John Felice Archives - New Jersey Globe

Felice backs Ghassali for Congress

December 28, 2019 2:42 pm

Former Bergen County Freeholder John Felice has endorsed Michael Ghassali for the Republican nomination for Congress in New Jersey’s 5th district. Ghassali, the mayor of Montvale, is one of seven Republicans vying for the chance to take on two-term Rep....

Jeff Bader, former Woodcliff Lake council president, dies at 63

April 6, 2019 3:33 pm

Jeffrey Bader, a former Woodcliff Lake council president who switched parties and came within 12 votes of defeating Republican Carlos Rendo in a race for mayor of Woodcliff Lake, died suddenly on April 4. He was 63. Bader was elected...

One reason why Bergen Dems want speedy special for Sheriff

September 30, 2018 3:56 pm

There are probably a bunch of reasons why Bergen County Democrats are rushing to hold a special election for Sheriff in 2018, but here’s one that plays into their thinking: Democrats widely view 2018 as a hugely favorable election year...

Gottheimer aide may get Assembly seat

April 27, 2018 1:35 amApril 27, 2018 7:02 pm

Chris Tully, a top aide to Rep. Josh Gottheimer, is emerging as a leading candidate to fill one of the two vacant State Assembly seats in the Bergen County-based 38th district. Democrats must fill the seats of Joseph Lagana (D-Paramus),...

Felice pushed to run for Senate

April 15, 2018 6:15 pmApril 16, 2018 12:41 am

Former Bergen County Freeholder John Felice is receiving strong encouragement to take on State Sen. Joseph Lagana (D-Paramus) in the November special election for in the 38th district. “He is my personal first choice,” said District 38 Republican Chairman James...