Westwood, Borough in Bergen County, New Jersey.
Westwood is a borough in Bergen County, New Jersey, comprising a network of residential streets, parks, and commercial districts. The town sits roughly 25 miles from New York City and forms the center of the Pascack Valley region.
Westwood developed from farmland in the 1700s into an independent municipality after a railroad arrived in 1870. Its incorporation in 1894 marked the start of a new period with increased growth and development.
Locals refer to the borough as the hub of the Pascack Valley, and it serves as the main shopping area for people living in surrounding towns. The downtown district functions as a gathering place where residents meet to shop and handle daily business.
Visitors find local shops and services concentrated in downtown Westwood along the main roads. The area is easy to navigate by car and offers parking in various parts of the borough.
The school district shares educational facilities with a neighboring township through formal agreements. This arrangement allows both communities to use resources more efficiently together.
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