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Westwood, NJ

Westwood known as "The Hub of the Pascack Valley" is a borough in Bergen County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey. Westwood is part of the New York metropolitan area. Many of its residents regularly commute to New York City for work and leisure, many using public transportation.

Westwood was officially incorporated as a borough on May 8, 1894, from portions of Washington Township, early during the "Boroughitis" phenomenon then sweeping through Bergen County, in which 26 boroughs were formed in the county in 1894 alone. Isaac D. Bogert served as the first mayor of the borough. In April 1909, Westwood was enlarged through the annexation of the "Old Hook" section of the borough of Emerson, and on September 24, 1957, portions of the borough were exchanged with Emerson.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the borough had a total area of 2.30 square miles (5.95 km2), including 2.26 square miles (5.85 km2) of land and 0.04 square miles (0.10 km2) of water (1.74%).

Health and wellness are important aspects of life in Westwood. The borough is home to several fitness centers, such as the Westwood YMCA, offering a range of exercise classes, sports facilities, and health and wellness programs to promote a healthy lifestyle among residents. Viva La Beauty Spa offers a range of services including massages, facials, body treatments, and waxing. Nirvana Wellness Spa specializes in holistic wellness and offers various massage therapies such as Swedish massage, deep tissue massage, and hot stone massage. Healing Hands Massage & Wellness focuses on therapeutic massage techniques aimed at improving circulation, reducing muscle tension, and promoting overall well-being. Serenity Day Spa provides a tranquil environment for relaxation and rejuvenation. Bliss Spa offers a range of massage therapies including deep tissue massage, hot stone massage, and aromatherapy massage.

Top sites in Westwood, NJ are Hiram Blauvelt Art Museum, Saddle River County Park, and Westwood Art Gallery

Population: 11,434 (2024). ZIP codes: 07675, 07677. Area code: 201. Elevation: 108 feet (33 meters). Area: 2.31 square miles (5.98 km²).

FAQs

What is the history of Westwood, NJ?

The Lenni-Lenape Native Americans inhabited this part of the state and shared it with the transient hunters and trappers until the permanent settlers began to enter in the mid-18th century. In the early 19th century, the area that would later become Westwood was within the larger political boundaries of Harrington Township, which had been established by royal charter in 1775. In 1840, the western half of Harrington Township became Washington Township, with the Hackensack River as the dividing line. Washington Township was an agrarian region with isolated farmsteads. Early families, including the Hoppers and Ackermans, are buried at the Old Hook Cemetery.

What makes Westwood, NJ a festive borough?

Each December, Westwood holds its holiday parade called "Home for the Holidays". Participants of the parade include The Westwood Regional High School Marching Band, The Park Ridge High School marching band, The Emerson High School marching band, and many more. The parade ends with Santa Claus riding on top of one of the fire trucks. Afterward, there is a tree and candle lighting with hot food included. 

Is Westwood, NJ worth visiting?

Modern Westwood is a suburb of New York City. It is characterized by a mixed urban-suburban atmosphere. The borough offers new settlers a safe, family-oriented environment, ethnic and economic diversity, quality education and employment opportunities, a good commute, and numerous outdoor activities. 

Sources

Borough of Westwood

Wikipedia

Ziptozipmoving

Westwood YMCA

Viva La Beauty Spa

Nirvana Wellness Spa

Healing Hands Massage & Wellness

Serenity Day Spa

Hiram Blauvelt Art Museum

Saddle River County Park

Westwood Art Gallery 

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