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The storefront of the main True Value building, located in Tenafly.

Saying Goodbye to Benjamin Brothers: Tenafly’s 80-Year Hardware Staple Closes Saturday

For the last 80 years, 121 North Summit Street has been the place Tenafly residents went to fix a leak, match a paint chip, or just get advice on a project they were afraid to start. But that history ends this week. Benjamin Brothers True Value Hardware is closing its doors for good. The family-owned business confirmed the news recently on social media. According to WMTR AM , the store’s final day of operation is scheduled for Saturday, January 31, 2026. This isn't a sudden

Achyut Manoj

3 days ago2 min read

A wooden judge’s gavel rests on a large leather-bound book titled “Legislation,” with shelves of law books in the background.

How Tenafly Makes Laws and How You Can Shape Them

How does Tenafly actually make its laws, and how can residents influence them? This article breaks down the ordinance process, public hearings, and how everyday people can shape local decision-making.

Achyut Manoj

Dec 21, 20254 min read

Tenafly downtown at night, featuring Cafe Angelique and Tenafly shops.

A Tale of Two Elections: Fierce County Battles and Tenafly's Quiet Consensus

The dust has settled on the 2025 General Election, yielding results that offer a fascinating study in political contrast. At the state and county levels, voters turned out for hard-fought, high-stakes contests. Yet, here in Tenafly, our local municipal and school board races were marked by an almost complete absence of competition, forcing us to consider the state of civic engagement right at our doorstep. State and Legislative Takeaways The election cemented a major shift in

Achyut Manoj

Nov 8, 20254 min read

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