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BERGEN COUNTY CELEBRATES INDIAN INDEPENDENCE DAY

Commemorates the 79th Anniversary of Indian Independence
HACKENSACK, NJ – On Wednesday, August 13, the County of Bergen hosted a celebration in honor of Indian Independence Day at Two Bergen County Plaza, in partnership with Arya Samaj of New Jersey, EID Committee of New Jersey, Indo-American Senior Citizens Association of Bergen County, Inc., Hindu Samaj Temple of Mahwah, Indian Americans of Paramus, ISKCON of Bergen County, Kerala Cultural Forum of New Jersey, Milan Group Paramus, Ridgewood Indian Community, Riverdell Indian Association, and St. Peter Mar Thoma Church.

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The Valley Hospital Nationally Recognized for Its Commitment to Improving Cardiac Arrest Survival Rates

PARAMUS, NJ, August 12, 2025 – The Valley Hospital has received the American Heart Association’s  Get With The Guidelines? - Resuscitation with Target: Survival quality achievement award for its commitment to treating in-hospital cardiac arrest, ultimately helping to improve survival rates.   

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BRBQ BY AWARD-WINNING DOMODOMO TEAM NOW OPEN AT JOURNAL SQUARE URBY IN JERSEY CITY

Renowned restaurateurs’ third local concept brings Korean-American flair, bold flavors, cocktails and all-day energy to the dynamic neighborhood 
JERSEY CITY, NJ – BRBQ, the latest concept from the acclaimed DOMODOMO team, is now open at Journal Square Urby, welcoming guests to experience a dynamic fusion of Korean-American cuisine and wood-fired grilling in a stylish, contemporary setting.

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The Valley Hospital Foundation to Host Fourth Annual “Step Up for Valley” Virtual Fitness Challenge

PARAMUS, NJ, August 12, 2025 – The Valley Hospital Foundation is pleased to announce that the fourth annual Step Up for Valley virtual fitness challenge will take place from September 6 to September 13, 2025. The proceeds from this week-long fundraiser will be donated to benefit Valley’s cardiac obstetric initiative that screens, identifies, and supports pregnant and postpartum patients with hypertension (high blood pressure).

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COUNTY TO OPEN COOLING CENTERS TO ADDRESS HIGH UPCOMING HEAT INDEX

Open 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sunday, August 10, through Thursday, August 14, 2025
Hackensack, NJ – Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco, the Board of Commissioners, and the Department of Human Services announce that several emergency cooling centers will be opened throughout the County to help residents stay cool during the upcoming heat wave, as temperatures are expected to climb over 90 degrees. 

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Valley Welcomes New Director of Pediatric Asthma Care Program

PARAMUS, NJ, August 4, 2025 – Valley Health System, in partnership with Mount Sinai Kravis Children's Hospital, is pleased to welcome Laura Conrad, DO, as Director of the Pediatric Asthma Care Program for Valley Medical Group. Dr. Conrad is now seeing patients at 140 East Ridgewood Avenue in Paramus.

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MAGNOLIA LANDING TO HOST K-POP FOODIE FEST AUGUST 9TH

Festival Will Celebrate K-Pop Music, Dance, and Asian Street Food in Jersey City’s Journal Square Neighborhood
JERSEY CITY, NJ – Magnolia Landing, the dynamic public plaza next to the Journal Squared residential towers, will be jamming out K-Pop style on Saturday, August 9th, during the Jersey City K-Pop Foodie Fest.

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NAI James E. Hanson Sells Downtown Hackensack Industrial/Flex Building for $2.8M

Hackensack, N.J. (July 29, 2025) – NAI James E. Hanson, the largest New Jersey-based full-service independent commercial real estate firm, has negotiated the sale of a 16,950-square-foot industrial/flex building located at 32 First Street in Hackensack, New Jersey, for $2.8M.

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Bergen Selected for National Storytelling Initiative

Complete College America visited Bergen Community College in 2024 to photograph authentic lived experiences of real students. Allison Shelley/Complete College Photo Library
PARAMUS, N.J. – Complete College America (CCA) - a national nonprofit dedicated to increasing postsecondary attainment in the United States - has launched a public Creative Commons photo library featuring Bergen Community College students and campus life.

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The Valley Hospital Ranked Among the Best Hospitals in New Jersey by U.S. News & World Report for 2025-26

PARAMUS, NJ, July 29, 2025 – The Valley Hospital has once again been ranked among the best hospitals in New Jersey by U.S. News & World Report for 2025-26, placing among the top 10 on the list of 96 New Jersey hospitals that were evaluated. Valley also ranked among the top 25 best hospitals in the New York metropolitan area.

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