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Alexis Tarrazi

Community Editor

atarrazi@dailyvoice.com

Daily Voice Community Editor Alexis Tarrazi has been in the news industry for more than 10 years.

A New Jersey native, Tarrazi was graduated from Rutgers University with a Journalism and Media Studies degree and began writing professionally at the Daily Targum.

She later worked as a beat reporter, covering everything from political scandals to celebrity profiles.

Tarrazi's work has garnered her various journalism awards for writing and photography. She also worked as a one-woman-band by creating video news segments and is skilled in social media.

Tarrazi has contributed freelance pieces to various publications in New Jersey and New York.

Alexis was formerly a reporter at Daily Voice.

Alexis Tarrazi's Contributions

Neighbors

Rutherford Runner Overcomes Spinal Surgery, Finishes NYC Marathon RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Overcoming spinal surgery, weight loss and a heart condition, Cheryl Anne Hedge of Rutherford completed her first marathon in New York City on Sunday, Nov. 1. “I want people to know they pretty much can do anything as long as you put your mind to it,” Hedge said. “If you devote yourself to it or train, you can do anything in life. If you decide to do something, you can make it happen.” As a self proclaimed slower runner, Hedge is used to crossing the finish line at the back of the pack with little or no support waiting for her. Despite finishing after the allotted cutoff…

by Alexis Tarrazi

11/03/2015

Events

Halloween Party In The Park Draws Youngsters CLIFFSIDE PARK, N.J. -- Cliffiside Park youngsters, from Pre-K to fifth grade were invited to a Halloween Party in the Park on Saturday, Oct. 31. There was a clown making balloon animals, a giant slide, a moon walk and an obstacle course. Cookies and juice were offered as snacks. Pumpkins ad goodie bags filled with candy were given out as favors. The event was hosted by Mayor Thomas Calabrese and council members.

by Alexis Tarrazi

11/02/2015

Schools

Wood-Ridge Students Reach Semi-Finals In Fundraising Contest WOOD-RIDGE, N.J. — Wood-Ridge students have made the semi-finals in the TerraCycle "Box That Rocks" to raise $500 for the Catherine E. Doyle School. They just need you to VOTE HERE. "We chose this bin as a finalist because of the fantastic use of upcycled materials, and the creative way it demonstrated taking ‘a bite out of recycling’,” said Albe Zakes of Terracycle. Founded in 2001 by Tom Szaky, then a 20-year-old Princeton University freshman, TerraCycle is an international upcycling and recycling company that collects difficult-to-recycle packaging and products and re-pur…

by Alexis Tarrazi

11/02/2015

Neighbors

Lyndhurst 'Wife' Trying To Raise Funds For Injured Saddle Brook Biker SADDLE BROOK, N.J. — Jeff Smith of Saddle Brook is a good two months from returning to his job delivering water cooler barrels after crashing his motorcycle in Westchester and spendng time in a Fairfield County hospital. Meanwhile, his girlfriend, Tina Allen of Lyndhurst is trying to raise money to help cover his expenses. Smith, 34, suffered four fractured ribs and a hairline fracture to his pelvis in the Oct. 4 crash on Route 95 in Rye, N.Y. “He is lucky to be alive,” said Allen, a Wyckoff haidresser who Smith's motorcycle club considers his wife. Smith is home after surgery at Stamford…

by Alexis Tarrazi

11/02/2015

Schools

Rutherford Mayor Walks to School, Promotes Wellness RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Rutherford Mayor Joe DeSalvo will be walking to school for the last time this year as part of his Wellness Campaign. The last “Walk to School with the Mayor,” will take place on Wednesday, Nov. 4 at 8:25 a.m. to Slyvan Kindergarten Center. The public and students are welcome to meet DeSalvo at Lincoln Park at the corner of Lincoln Avenue. The campaign began when DeSalvo took office three years ago with the goal of promoting a healthy lifestyle. Walks are held every Wednesday in May and October. To date there have been 28 walks. “It’s a good opportunity to get out with t…

by Alexis Tarrazi

11/02/2015

News

Study Being Conducted In Teaneck For NJ Transit Parking Deck TEANECK, N.J. — A feasibility assessment will be done to help determine whether New Jersey Transit should build a parking deck at Holy Name Medical Center in Teaneck. “Right now there are a lot of cars infiltrating the residential neighborhood for parking for the hospital and bus,” Teaneck Deputy Mayor Elie Katz said. “If we take those cars away from the area and put them in a parking facility it will help alleviate the street parking.” Representatives of Holy Name Medical Center, New Jersey Transit and the Teaneck have met to discuss the deck, which potentially serve hospital employees, pa…

by Alexis Tarrazi

11/02/2015

Neighbors

Lyndhurst 'Wife' Raises Funds For Injured Saddle Brook Biker LYNDHURST, N.J. — Jeff Smith of Saddle Brook is a good two months from returning to his job delivering water cooler barrels after crashing his motorcycle in Westchester and spendng time in a Fairfield County hospital. Meanwhile, his girlfriend, Tina Allen of Lyndhurst is trying to raise money to help cover his expenses. Smith, 34, suffered four fractured ribs and a hairline fracture to his pelvis in the Oct. 4 crash on Route 95 in Rye, N.Y. “He is lucky to be alive,” said Allen, a Wyckoff haidresser who Smith's motorcycle club considers his wife. Smith is home after surgery at Stamford Ho…

by Alexis Tarrazi

11/02/2015

News

Maywood's New Website Goes Live MAYWOOD, N.J. — Borough employees are able to edit their own pages on the new municipal website www.MaywoodNJ.com. The previous site “used coding and took a long time to update," Mayor Adrian Febre said. The new user-friendly site was created a year ago to allow borough employees to keep the site fresh themselves instead having the information sent to volunteer to update in their free time. Content continued to be loaded -- with more to come, including meeting agendas and minutes -- before borough officials began redirecting visitors from the old site. “The department heads will have…

by Alexis Tarrazi

11/02/2015

Events

North Arlington Kicks Off Halloween NORTH ARLINGTON, N.J. -- Residents of all ages sported costumes at North Arlington's annual costume parade and Trunk or Treat on Oct. 29. The parade started at the corner of Bergen Avenue and Ridge Road and the Trunk-or-Treat was held behind Borough Hall. Public officials including North Arlington resident and Bergen County Freeholder Steve Tanelli attended.

by Alexis Tarrazi

10/30/2015

Police & Fire

Adult Halloween Party To Raise Funds For Wallington FD WALLINGTON, N.J. -- The Wallington Fire Department is hosting an adult Halloween Party on Friday night to benefit the Hose Company 3's Building and Equipment Fund. The event runs from 7:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. at the Park Row Firehouse. Tickets for adults 21 and over are $20 to enter with costume and $25 without -- and include food, soda and beer. There will also be drink and shot specials. A costume contest with cash prizes will also be held. MORE INFO: Facebook

by Alexis Tarrazi

10/30/2015

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