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A newspaper clipping announcing the completion of the restoration project for the borough's Tercentenary celebration.

A newspaper article about the Boy Scouts wanting to take on another restoration project for the Tercentenary after completing the cemetery restoration. The article includes details about Tercentenary events.

A newspaper clipping about sandstone found during the restoration project for the Cedar Street cemetery. At the time, it was believed to be a slave cemetery. The sandstone was thought to be part of a former gravestone.

A newspaper clipping updating the status of the cemetery restoration project and future plans for the project at the time. The article details the inspection of a local tree surgeon about the removal of certain trees.

A newsclipping detailing the restoration of the "Old Slave Cemetery," as well as details about the rededication ceremony.

A newspaper clipping about the planned restoration of the African American Baptist Church Cemetery by the local Boy Scout troop.

An agenda for Boy Scouts concerning potential Tercentenary celebration activities, including the restoration and rededication of the African American Baptist Church Cemetery, thought to entomb former enslaved people.

Two documents about the planning of the cemetery restoration project, including the clearing trees and trash by the local Boy Scout troop in preparation for the borough's Tercentenary.

A newspaper article about Bergenfield resident Kenneth Van Valen, a dedicated citizen. The article includes biographical information about Van Valen.

A newspaper article about Daniel Slossar, a then senior at Bergenfield High School, receiving the Eagle Scout award, the Boy Scout's highest honor.