It’s been a busy week in Mahwah. Here’s a look at the top Patch stories of the week. If you have an idea for a story you’d like to see on the site, email it to Jessica.mazzola@patch.com.

Mahwah Drug Arrests Up 179% in 2012

The township also saw an increase in assault, weapons, theft, and burglary arrests last year

Preliminary School Budget Proposes 1.8% Tax Increase

Mahwah's budget considers adding a few staff members and taking on some facilities improvements this year

Family Operated Drug Business from Franklin Turnpike Apartment, Cops Say

Mother, son and friends have sold a “significant” amount of marijuana to township minors, police say

State Aid to Mahwah Remains Flat for Third Year

The township will receive nearly $5M from Trenton

Protesters Rally Against Tennessee Gas Pipeline [VIDEO]

And, a group of environmental activists say they will use their bodies to stop tree clearing in the Ramapo Reservation

Next Year’s School Calendar Includes 23 Days Off

Mahwah's calendar includes a shorter February break and the second day of school off

Report: Average Home-Sale Prices in Mahwah Up in 2012

But, the average price of a house in Mahwah is still down 14.2% from what it was in 2008, report says

Mahwah's Average Commute Less Than 30 Minutes

Interactive map shows Mahwah residents have a slightly shorter commute time than people in surrounding towns

‘Fight for Frank’ Fundraiser to Help Football Star Fight Cancer

The event, happening March 20, will include a lineup of impressive auction items like Broadway tickets and trips to Florida and Las Vegas

Volunteers Needed to Find Mahwah Neighborhood History

Museum is looking for volunteers to help with a new exhibit on the history of Mahwah’s neighborhoods, set to open in September

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