This borough of about 8,000 people snuggled up against the Oradell Reservoir, on the Hackensack River, between Emerson & New Milford, was incorporated in 1894 as Delford, New Jersey. It was Daniel Demarest, Oradell's second mayor, who is credited with giving the community its present name.

Oradell Public School (Grades K-6): 201-261-1180, 350 Prospect Ave.

River Dell Middle School (Grades 7-8): 201-599-7250, Located on Woodland Avenue in River Edge

River Dell Regional High School (Grades 9-12): 201-599-7200, Located at 55 Pyle Street, Oradell