Tito Puente Jr. to Headline Outdoor Hispanic Heritage Concert at Westfield Garden State Plaza on September 19
Tito Puente, Jr. Salsa Night celebrates the energy and tradition of Latin culture through live music and dancing
Local and General News and Press Releases
2025 FREE “MUSIC AT THE BARN” SERIES
Crash Gordon & Debra Dynamite to perform on Sunday, August 31 at the Wortendyke Barn, Park Ridge
(HACKENSACK, NJ) – Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco, and the Bergen County Parks Department invite the public to attend a free music concert featuring Crash Gordon & Debra Dynamite on Sunday, August 31, from 4pm– 6:30pm at the Wortendyke Barn Museum, a County Historic Site (13 Pascack Rd, Park Ridge, NJ). This is the second concert in the 2025 music series.
FINAL ‘SUMMER’ CONCERTS IN THE PARK
Dr. K’s Motown Revue & ARENA: Relive the Rock to perform this week
(NORTH ARLINGTON & RIDGEFIELD PARK, NJ) – Bergen County Executive James J. Tedesco III, the Board of Commissioners, and the Bergen County Parks Department invite you to celebrate the final week of the 2025 Free Summer Concert Series with two unforgettable performances across the county. From soulful classics to rock anthems and retro flair, this week’s lineup promises something for everyone—and it’s all free!
Habitat for Humanity of Bergen County Announces the Race to Build 5K Community Run/Walk to Raise Funds for Affordable Housing
Ridgefield Park, NJ — Monday August 25th, 2025 – Habitat for Humanity of Bergen County is thrilled to announce the Race to Build 5K and One-Mile Walk, taking place on Sunday, October 19, 2025. This exciting community event invites runners, walkers, families, and supporters of all ages to come together in support of Habitat Bergen’s mission to build safe, affordable homes for local families in need.
Deadline Nears for Alfred N. Sanzari Family Foundation’s Fall Grant Program
Local nonprofits can apply for up to $10,000 to support work strengthening communities across northern New Jersey
DARLINGTON COUNTY PARK FULLY REOPENS
Lower Lake Swim Area Now Open for Swimming
MAHWAH, NJ – Bergen County Executive James J. Tedesco III, the Board of Commissioners, and The Bergen County Parks Department announces that the lower swimming lake at Darlington County Park has reopened.
BERGEN COUNTY CELEBRATES REOPENING OF PASSAIC AVENUE BRIDGE IN LODI
LODI, NJ – On Friday, August 22, 2025, Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco, members of the Bergen County Board of Commissioners, and Lodi Mayor Scott Luna cut the ribbon to celebrate the reopening of the new Passaic Avenue Bridge over the Saddle River.
Bergen Pair Honored as CIANJ Enterprising Women
PARAMUS, N.J. – The Commerce and Industry Association of New Jersey has recognized two Bergen Community College leaders as part of the group’s annual “enterprising women in commerce” program.
KIDS RIDE FREE ON NY WATERWAY FERRIES THIS SUMMER SEASON
Free Fares for Children Under 12 on NY Waterway Ferries through Monday, September 1
Fire Departments in New Jersey Receive $10,000 Grant from State Farm? and the National Volunteer Fire Council
A total of $1.5 million was awarded to 150 volunteer fire departments nationwide through the Good Neighbor Firefighter Safety Program
