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Top 5 Feel Good Stories of 2013

Check out some of the best good news stories from Wyckoff and Franklin Lakes this year.

Throughout 2013, Patch has covered police, fire, school, local business, government, election, and community news. Our picks for the top 5 “feel good” stories of the year span nearly every news category.

There were many to choose from, but below are stories about things that happened in Wyckoff and Franklin Lakes during 2013 that we hope brought smiles to readers’ faces.

Rooney Wins 'Chopped' Crown

Former mayor says he'll donate his $10,000 prize to charity.

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'Cousins on Call' Get New 'Undercover' HGTV Deal

Wyckoff, Franklin Lakes cousins' new show slated to air in October.

Wyckoff's Longest Serving Crossing Guard Retires

Albert Riffel crossed tens of thousands of students during his 27 years in Wyckoff.

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Parents Say Goodbye to Longtime Sicomac Principal

Debra Kirsch will retire at the end of this year, and parents said their goodbyes at a party on Wednesday.

PHOTOS: Wyckoff Officially Welcomes Russell Farms Park to Community

Town says it will continue to improve the new passive recreation space.

Think we missed something that should have been on this list? Comment below to let us know which 2013 story you think deserves a nod on the Feel Good countdown. 


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