Care Plus NJ Expands Paradigm Therapeutic Middle School to Serve Fifth Grade Students
Expansion strengthens early intervention and therapeutic education services for students with emotional and behavioral health needs
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BERGEN COUNTY MODIFIES STAR-SPANGLED SPECTACULAR SCHEDULE DUE TO WEATHER FORECAST
Event to begin at 6:00 p.m.
Fireworks and performances by Super Trans Am and The Sugarhill Gang to proceed as scheduled
BERGEN STAR-SPANGLED SPECTACULAR JULY 4TH SCHEDULE AND PARKING LOGISTICS
July 4th celebration will mark America’s 250th Anniversary
Residents encouraged to arrive early for July 4 celebration featuring live music, family activities, The Sugarhill Gang, and fireworks
YCS Institute Earns APA Accreditation Renewal for Psychology Internship Program, Securing Highest Possible 10-Year Designation
Accreditation extends through 2035, reflecting the highest standards in psychology training and supervision
West Orange, N.J. (June 30, 2026) – Youth Consultation Service (YCS), a leading nonprofit behavioral health and social services agency in New Jersey, announces that the psychology internship program at the YCS Institute for Infant and Preschool Mental Health has received reaffirmation of accreditation from the American Psychological Association (APA), earning a full 10-year accreditation cycle, the highest designation available. The program's next accreditation review is scheduled for 2035.
TICKETS ON SALE FOR NY WATERWAY’S SCENIC AND FAMILY-FRIENDLY 4TH OF JULY FIREWORKS CRUISE
NY Waterway’s annual 4th of July experience is back for America’s 250th Anniversary, featuring breathtaking views of the world-famous Macy’s Fireworks Show
HAVEN HOUSE RESTAURANT NOW OPEN AT BAY 151 IN BAYONNE
“Eatertainment” Restaurant Fills Need for Local Hangout, Alternative to Bars
BAYONNE, NJ — Haven House, a restaurant focused on great food, great drinks and fun times together, is now open at the Bay 151 residential community in Bayonne, developer KRE announced today.
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
Center for Hope & Safety Names Kristine Pendy, LCSW, as Chief Executive Officer
Behavioral health leader with 30+ years of experience to guide organization in its 50th anniversary year
Rochelle Park, N.J. (June 26, 2026) - Center for Hope & Safety, a nonprofit organization committed to helping adults and children in Bergen County rebuild their lives from domestic violence, has appointed veteran behavioral health executive Kristine Pendy, LCSW, as chief executive officer. She will assume the role on July 6, succeeding Julye Myner, Ph.D., who has led the organization for more than a decade.
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Juniper Village at Paramus Recognized as a Great Place to Work in 2026
June 29, 2026 – [Paramus, NJ] – Juniper Village at Paramus has earned a Great Place to Work? Certification in 2026, based entirely on feedback from the team members who work there each day. The certification reflects how team members experience their workplace in real time, including whether they feel supported by leadership, respected by their peers, and connected to the purpose behind their work.
Senator Andy Kim Joins Family Promise to Serve Meals to Bergen County Residents in Need
RIDGEWOOD, NJ — On Friday, June 5, Senator Andy Kim joined Family Promise of Bergen County in serving free, nutritious meals to members of the community facing food insecurity at the organization’s nightly meal distribution program in Hackensack.
