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Local and General News and Press Releases
Chair of Surgical Services for Valley Medical Group Reappointed to American College of Surgeons Board of Governors
PARAMUS, NJ, October 29, 2025 – Valley Health System is proud to announce that Eric Lazar, MD, Chair of Surgical Services for Valley Medical Group and Program Director of the General Surgery Residency Program, in partnership with the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, has been reappointed as Governor-at-Large to the Board of Governors of the American College of Surgeons (ACS). This will mark Dr. Lazar’s second term.
NAI James E. Hanson Negotiates Sale of 4-Acre Development Site in Paramus, N.J.
Rare development opportunity in one of the hottest boroughs in Northern New Jersey
The Valley Hospital Recognized by Healthgrades for Orthopedic, Stroke, Neuroscience, and Critical Care
PARAMUS, NJ, October 28, 2025 – The Valley Hospital is pleased to announce that it has received distinctions from Healthgrades in the fields of orthopedics, stroke, neuroscience, and critical care for 2026.
BERGEN COUNTY MOBILIZES EMERGENCY FOOD EFFORTS AMID FEDERAL SHUTDOWN & SNAP DISRUPTION
Hackensack, NJ – Due to the ongoing federal government shutdown, nearly 42,000 residents in Bergen County who rely on SNAP benefits will not receive them on time in November. In response, the Bergen County Office of Food Security is working closely with municipal and nonprofit partners to organize emergency food drives to support local food pantries in towns across the county.
Hillsborough Woman Celebrates the 10-Year Anniversary of Her Lifesaving Liver Transplant During National Liver Awareness Month
(Hillsborough, NJ) – As we recognize National Liver Awareness Month this October, Elaine “Sissie” Welsh is reflecting on the 10 years since her lifesaving liver transplant and encouraging others to register as organ and tissue donors to help save and enhance lives. On July 15, 2025, Elaine celebrated a decade of renewed life, a milestone made possible by the generosity of her organ donor.
Valley Health System Opens Montvale Campus at 400 Market Street
PARAMUS, NJ, October 24, 2025 – Valley Health System is pleased to announce the opening of Valley Health System – Montvale Campus, located at 400 Market Street in Montvale, New Jersey, at The Shoppes at DePiero Farm. The entrance to the Montvale campus is located on the opposite side of Pottery Barn and Williams-Sonoma. Valley Health System – Montvale Campus officially opened on Monday, October 13.
Country Music Star Dylan Schneider to Headline Westfield Garden State Plaza’s Big Santa Celebration Hosted by Z-100’s Danielle Monaro on Saturday, November 8
Bergen County’s biggest holiday celebration returns with live performances and the much-anticipated drone light show
Wegmans’ Stores Kick Off Companywide Check Out Hunger Scan Campaign Fall 2025
Wegmans’ companywide Check Out Hunger scan campaign runs from October 22 through November 29.
Customers can donate $1, $2, $3, $5, or any amount at checkout.
100% of the proceeds go to each store’s local Feeding America food bank.
More than 47 million people in the United States face hunger. This campaign raises critical funds for local food banks who help food-insecure families to fill in the gaps.
NY WATERWAY’S “SHADES OF AUTUMN” FALL FOLIAGE TOURS OFFER SPECTACULAR VIEWS ALONG THE HUDSON RIVER
Tickets on sale now for this unique autumn experience
October 2025 – Tickets are on sale now for NY Waterway’s “Shades of Autumn” Fall Foliage Tours, offering passengers unique on-water views of the spectacular fall scenery along the Hudson River. The weekend tours run now through November 2, with departures from the Midtown/West 39th Street and Port Imperial/Weehawken ferry terminals.
