WINE SPECTATOR REVEALS 2026 RESTAURANT AWARDS WINNERS
Annual Program Celebrates Top Global Destinations for Wine and Hospitality
Special ‘Restaurant Awards’ Issue Also Profiles New York Chef Andrew Carmellini
Local and General News and Press Releases
Valley Health System Chief Financial Officer Named to 2026 NJBIZ Finance Power List
PARAMUS, NJ, June 24, 2026 — Valley Health System is pleased to announce that Christopher Tascione, CPA, Senior Vice President of Finance and Chief Financial Officer for Valley Health System, has been named to the 2026 NJBIZ Finance Power List.
Bergen’s Model U.N. Team Makes Real Impact
PARAMUS, N.J. – Bergen Community College students traveled to the National Model U.N. Conference in New York City this spring and returned home with two major awards.
JOINT STATEMENT AFFIRMING THAT HATE HAS NO HOME IN BERGEN COUNTY
HACKENSACK, N.J. – The following joint statement is being issued by U.S. Representative Nellie Pou, State Senator Benjie Wimberly, Assemblyman Al Abdelaziz, Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco, Bergen County Commissioner Chair Steven A. Tanelli, Vice Chair Tracy Silna Zur, Chair Pro Tempore Dr. Joan M. Voss, and Commissioners Mary J. Amoroso, Rafael Marte, Germaine M. Ortiz, and Thomas J. Sullivan regarding the cancellation of a music event that had been scheduled to take place in Garfield:
BERGEN COUNTY ANNOUNCES FIFA WORLD CUP TICKET LOTTERY FOR FIRST RESPONDERS
25 Pairs of Tickets Available to Eligible Bergen County Police Officers, Firefighters, and EMS Personnel
HACKENSACK, N.J. – Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco and the Board of Commissioners announce that Bergen County will distribute 25 pairs of tickets to three upcoming FIFA World Cup matches at New Jersey New York Stadium through a randomized lottery open. The ticket lottery is open exclusively to Bergen County first responders who live in Bergen County.
Valley Health System Appoints Puneeta Sharma, MD, as Vice President and Chief Medical Officer
PARAMUS, NJ, June 23, 2026 – Valley Health System is pleased to announce the appointment of Puneeta Sharma, MD, to Vice President for Valley Health System and Chief Medical Officer for Valley Medical Group.
FEMA Makes Nearly $10 Million Available for Pre-Disaster Mitigation for Flood, Earthquake and Wildfire Resilience Projects in New Jersey and New York
NEW YORK - Today, FEMA announced that federal funding for hazard mitigation projects is available to New Jersey and New York to address flood, earthquake and wildfire risks. This funding will empower states to take decisive, proactive steps to protect their communities from future disasters.
New Concepts for Living Welcomes Special Olympics New Jersey to its Paramus Achievement Center
PARAMUS, N.J. — Special Olympics New Jersey is collaborating with New Concepts for Living (NCFL) to expand its reach in North Jersey. Special Olympics, the world's largest sports organization for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, will now have office space in the Paramus headquarters of NCFL, the nation’s premier provider of services for adults living with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD).
KRE TO HOST SOCCER MATCH FESTIVAL AND WATCH PARTY JUNE 27TH AT MAGNOLIA LANDING
Guests Will Enjoy Food Trucks, Beer Garden, Live Music, Activities, and Three Games on the Big Screen
Writing the Next Chapter: JCC of Northern New Jersey Honors Community Leaders at Annual Spring Celebration
ROCKLEIGH, NJ — Every community has a story, and last Thursday, June 18, the JCC of Northern New Jersey (JCCNNJ) gathered to celebrate the remarkable people who are actively helping write theirs. The annual Spring Celebration brought together supporters, friends, family and staff to honor individuals whose outstanding leadership, generosity, and dedication have shaped the most meaningful chapters of local Jewish life.
