1. New Jersey Turns the Tide with Innovative Coastal Sediment Strategy
As New Jersey’s coastal communities prepare for summer boating and hurricane season, a unique public-private partnership is advancing a smart, sustainable approach to protecting our coast.
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2. Local High School Students Awarded Scholarships for Advocacy and Support of Organ and Tissue Donation and Transplantation
(NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ) – Twelve New Jersey high school students were awarded scholarships from the Sharing Network Foundation for their passion and dedication to raising awareness of organ and tissue donation and transplantation. The 2025 graduates were presented with their scholarship awards at NJ Sharing Network’s headquarters in New Providence.
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3. Foundation Awards Scholarships to 237 Students
PARAMUS, N.J. – Last month, the Bergen Community College Foundation awarded $187,750 in scholarships to 237 students for the upcoming fall semester. The 501(c)(3) nonprofit charitable organization recognized the scholarship awardees during an afternoon ceremony at the College on May 1.
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4. Bergen County Educators of the Year from PPS Recognized at Luncheon
May 22, 2025: Paramus, NJ – Congratulations to the 2025 Bergen County Educators of the Year from Paramus Public Schools, who were recognized on May 21 at a special luncheon!
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5. Local Volunteers Knit and Crochet Blankets and Shawls to Comfort Families of Organ and Tissue Donors
(New Providence, NJ) - NJ Sharing Network’s Wrapped in Love program continues to touch hearts and provide solace to families of organ and tissue donors. In 2024, volunteers handcrafted 883 lap blankets and shawls, each a tangible expression of love, compassion, and support for grieving families.
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6. FREE “MUSIC AT THE BARN” CONCLUDES SEASON WITH CROWD FAVORITE
14th Annual Bluegrass & Cider concert on Sunday, Oct. 27 at the Wortendyke Barn, Park Ridge
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7. The Obituary and Funeral Arrangements of Congressman Bill Pascrell, Jr.
Congressman Bill Pascrell, Jr. January 25, 1937 – August, 21, 2024 Bill Pascrell, Jr. was a husband, a father, a grandfather, a proud American, plain spoken New Jerseyan, a teacher, a veteran, a patriot, a local, state, and federal leader, and most of all a lifelong Patersonian. Each ...
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8. Kaplan Educational Foundation Announces 2024 College Decisions
Leadership Program Helps Community College Students Transfer and Earn Four-Year Degrees From Top Colleges and Universities New York, NY (August 15, 2024) -- The Kaplan Educational Foundation (KEF) celebrates the latest college decisions from its 17th cohort of scholars in its Kaplan Leadership Program. 
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9. Be A Community Leader—Support The Health And Education Of Paramus and Bergen County Children At The 45th Annual Terry Roemer Paramus Run
Join Paramus leaders as they support The Terri Roemer Paramus Run co-sponsored by The Valley Hospital Auxiliary. 
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10. The Community Chest's Fourth Golf Outing Draws Businesses and Philanthropists to Raise Funds to Support Grants for Nonprofits Responding to Need in Bergen County
(Eastern Bergen County, New Jersey; June 17, 2024) -- The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County held its fourth annual Golf Outing at Edgewood Country Club in River Vale, New Jersey.  Golfers attended to raise funds for The Chest's initiatives and to support grant awards to nonprofit agencies providing a ...
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11. Class of 2024 Valedictorian, Ian Park, Reflects on Time in Paramus District
June 17, 2024: Paramus, NJ – Ian Park '24, Valedictorian of the Paramus High School Class of 2024, reflects on his time in Paramus Public Schools
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12. College Foundation Awards Scholarships
PARAMUS, N.J. – The Bergen Community College Foundation, the 501(c)(3) nonprofit charitable organization that supports the institution, has awarded scholarships to 241 students for the fall semester.
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13. Felician University's Barbara J. Toscano Nursing Resource and Simulation Center Receives Latest Simulation Equipment
RUTHERFORD, NJ – FEBRUARY 2024 – Felician University's Barbara J. Toscano Nursing Resource and Simulation Center received the latest in-patient simulation technology earlier this month with the delivery of unique and specialized equipment.
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14. Edison Resident Lori Smith Celebrates 10-Year Anniversary of Her Life-Saving Kidney Transplant, Inspiring Hope and Advocacy for Organ and Tissue Donation
(Edison, NJ) - Lori Smith, 59, of Edison, NJ, marked a significant milestone in her life on December 16, 2023 - the 10-year anniversary of her life-saving kidney transplant at Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center. Her journey highlights the importance of organ and tissue donation and the powerful impact it has ...
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15. Kaplan Educational Foundation Welcomes New Scholars for the 2023-2024 Academic Year
Leadership Program Helps Community College Students Transfer and Earn Four-Year Degrees From Top Colleges and Universities New York, NY (November 16, 2023) -- The Kaplan Educational Foundation (KEF) celebrates the latest cohort of scholars selected for admission to the Kaplan Leadership Program. 
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16. The Community Chest to Honor Visions Federal Credit Union and Community and Young Adult Leaders
(Eastern Bergen County, New Jersey; April 12, 2023) -- The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County toasts and honors in person our neighbors and volunteers' contributions at its annual gala, Cheers to 90 Years. 
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17. FREE “MUSIC AT THE BARN” SERIES CONTINUES Bluegrass performed by “The Cider Barn Band” Sunday, Oct. 30th at the Wortendyke Barn Historic Site, Park Ridge
Hackensack, N.J. – Bergen County Executive James Tedesco, III and the Bergen County Board of Commissioners invite the public to attend a free music concert featuring “The Cider Barn Band” on Sunday, October 30, from 1pm-3:30pm (rain or shine) at the Wortendyke Barn Museum, a County Historic Site at 13 ...
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18. The Community Chest Raises $148,000 at Golf Outing & Gala.
Summary: The funds will provide grants to nonprofits responding to increased need for services to our neighbors experiencing hardships.
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19. The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County Announces the Passing of President Barbara Strauss
(Bergen County, NJ; June 28, 2022) -- With deep sadness, The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County announces the passing of Barbara Strauss, president of the Board of Managers.  Strauss, a resident of Englewood Cliffs, was an active member of the Board of Managers for nine years and served as ...
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Barbara Drake, mother of Darren Drake, presented Anthony Scrivanich with the Northern New Jersey Community Foundation's Darren Drake Memorial Fund's 2022 scholarship award. Photo Credit: Jimmy Drake
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21. Foundation Continues Legacy of New Milford Terrorist Victim Darren Drake With Scholarship Award in His Memory
(Bergen County, New Jersey; June 24, 2022) -- The Northern New Jersey Community Foundation's (NNJCF) Darren Drake Memorial Fund named New Milford High School 2022 graduate Anthony Scrivanich the fifth recipient of its scholarship award. 
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22. The Community Chest to Honor Valley Bank, Trustee Amie AbuRustum, and Community Service Awardee Jing Li at Gala
(Eastern Bergen County, New Jersey; May 25, 2022) -- The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County returns to toast and recognize in person our neighbors and volunteers' contributions at its annual gala, Help Us Fill The Community Chest. 
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23. 'Help Us Fill The Community Chest' at The Community Chest's Gala on June 9
(Eastern Bergen County, New Jersey; May 5, 2022) --The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County holds its annual spring gala, Help Us Fill The Community Chest, on June 9, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. at Montammy Golf Club, located at 7 Montammy Drive in Alpine, New Jersey. 
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24. K-12 Teachers Learn Cultural Competency Through Kean University Professional Development
UNION, N.J. — As newcomers from all over the world make New Jersey their home and the student population across school districts becomes more diverse, a Kean program is helping teachers acquire understanding, perspective, and evidence-based strategies so that they can teach more intentionally.
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25. Kean University Education Faculty Launch ‘Early Chemistry’ for Young Learners
UNION, N.J. — A faculty member in the Kean College of Education is laying the groundwork for children to learn chemistry by introducing the subject at a young age – in second and third grade.
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