It was a busy week in Mahwah. Here’s a look at the top Patch stories of the week. Got an idea for a story you’d like to see? Email it toJessica.mazzola@patch.com.

Hurricane Sandy in Mahwah: New Text Message Alert System Part of Preparation Plan

What residents need to know about getting ready for Hurricane Sandy

Police Investigating Eight Similar Thefts In Past Month

Burglars have made off with thousands of dollars in merchandise stolen from parked cars

Anti-Government Movement Member Arrested On Drug Charges, Cops Say

Brooklyn man linked to a group that has reportedly killed at least six police officers in recent years, police believe

Democratic Campaign Worker Charged With Swiping Campaign Signs

Washington DC man charged with theft after allegedly stealing Republican election signs from along Route 17. Allegedly tells police it was in retaliation for the theft of campaign signs for Senator Robert Menendez

Armed Robber Chose Victim Intentionally, Police Say

Police are still investigating robbery at a Ramapo Brae condo unit last week

Should Mahwah Sell Advertising To Make Money? [POLL]

Other ideas presented to the town council include adding solar panels to municipal buildings and reducing garbage and recycling pick-up

Resident Calls Working Presidential Debate 'Participating In History'

A Mahwah HIgh School grad who was chosen to work at last week's presidential debate spills the details about what her experience was really like 

New Owners Officially Revamp Longtime Mahwah Flower Shop

New owners took over the shop a year ago, and have been transitioning to the new look ever since

Mixed Martial Arts Trainer Sentenced To Probation, Community Service

Mahwah man admitted to forging medical documents so his fighters could participate in MMA fights, Attorney General said

Mahwah Earns $45K Recycling Grant

The township's cut of $13.1M in statewide grants is based on its recycling efforts in 2010

Mahwah's Annual Halloween Parade Adds New Twist For Parents

A new prize category at the parade will be sure to encourage everyone attending to dress up

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