51. BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF PATERSON AND PASSAIC RECEIVES $35,000 DONATION FROM KOHL’S A COMMUNITY WITH HEART PROGRAM
Kohl’s gifts $5 million to nonprofits nationwide, including a grant of $35,000 for health and wellness of Paterson and Passaic families.
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52. Pediatric Patient Makes Wish to Donate Technology Back to Joseph M. Sanzari Children’s Hospital with Make-A-Wish Hudson Valley
Hackensack, NJ – December 27, 2022 – On Monday, December 19, during a private presentation, Make-A-Wish Hudson Valley honored the wish of 15-year-old Shannon of Rockland County (NY), who elected to use her wish to give back to pediatric patients at Hackensack Meridian Children’s Health at Joseph M. Sanzari Children’s ...
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53. New Jersey American Water employees and union members donate more than 275 toys to The Salvation Army New Jersey Division
Short Hills, NJ – The conference room at New Jersey American Water’s Short Hills operating center was full of wrapping paper, toys and cheer as employees gathered to wrap presents for children in need this holiday season.
by post on 12/05/2022 01:26 pm - Story - 9,837 Hits

54. CarePlus NJ Announces Next Generation of Leadership
Joe Masciandaro, pioneer in integrated behavioral health care, to retire Brigitte Johnson, Esq. appointed President/CEO effective January 2, 2023
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55. Kean University Chosen to Pilot New College Admissions Tool
UNION, N.J. — Kean University is one of 14 colleges and universities across the country taking part in a pilot program for college admissions that helps level the playing field for prospective students, especially minority and first-generation students.
by post on 11/24/2022 02:05 pm - Story - 9,286 Hits

56. The Valley Hospital Once Again Earns an “A” for Patient Safety
RIDGEWOOD, NJ, Wednesday, November 16, 2022 – The Valley Hospital is proud to have been recognized with an “A” grade for patient safety for the 19th time with the release of The Leapfrog Group‘s Fall 2022 Hospital Safety Grade. This national distinction celebrates Valley’s achievements in protecting hospital patients from ...
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57. CarePlus NJ Awarded Behavioral Health Care and Human Services Accreditation from The Joint Commission for Ninth Consecutive Year
All CarePlus NJ behavioral health residences receive Behavioral Health Home Certification
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58. CarePlus NJ Awarded $525,000 in Grants to Enhance Trauma Intervention and Response, Expand Access to Substance Use Disorder Treatment in Northern NJ
Paramus, N.J. (October 12, 2022) – Care Plus NJ, Inc. (“CarePlus NJ”), a pioneer in integrated primary and behavioral health services for adults and children, announces it has been awarded three grants totaling $525,000 to execute programs that will address and enhance trauma intervention and rapid response services and increase access ...
by post on 10/13/2022 04:22 pm - Story - 11,065 Hits

59. CarePlus NJ Elevates Jerry Joseph, MD to Medical Director
Paramus, N.J. (September 8, 2022) – Care Plus NJ, Inc. (“CarePlus NJ”), a pioneer in integrated primary and behavioral health services for adults and children, announces the appointment of Jerry Joseph, MD to the role of Medical Director.
by post on 09/17/2022 04:45 pm - Story - 12,870 Hits

60. BERGEN COUNTY OPENS NEW ROUND OF GRANTS FOR SMALL BUSINESSES
HACKENSACK, N.J. – Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco announces that the County of Bergen will open a new small business grant program utilizing federal American Rescue Plan monies.
by post on 09/06/2022 06:44 pm - Story - 13,255 Hits

61. Bergen New Bridge Medical Center Cuts Ribbon on New 3D Mammography Unit
Celebrates Women’s Equality Day by Furthering Healthcare Equity
by post on 09/01/2022 02:11 pm - Story - 12,700 Hits

62. NAI James E. Hanson Negotiates Lease to Bring Podiatry Practice to Lodi, N.J.
Lodi, N.J. (July 11, 2022) – NAI James E. Hanson, the largest New Jersey-based full-service independent commercial real estate firm, announces the lease of 1,608 square feet of medical space at 4 Hunter Street in Lodi, N.J.
by post on 07/12/2022 02:29 pm - Story - 15,928 Hits

63. Bergen STEM Students Win NSF-Sponsored Challenge
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Students from Bergen Community College have earned first place honors in the national Community College Innovation Challenge sponsored by the National Science Foundation and American Association of Community Colleges.
by post on 07/12/2022 02:24 pm - Story - 16,037 Hits

64. Jasey, Swain & Jaffer Bill Closing Registration Loophole for Gun Owners Who Move to New Jersey Heads to Governor
(TRENTON) – Aiming to close a loophole in the state’s gun registration system, a bill sponsored by Assembly Democrats Mila Jasey, Lisa Swain and Sadaf Jaffer would require new residents to register firearms that they legally obtained in another state upon moving to New Jersey. The measure passed the full ...
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65. The Valley Hospital Earns National Recognition for Commitment to Providing High-Quality Stroke Care
RIDGEWOOD, June 23 2022 – The Valley Hospital has received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines? - Stroke Gold Plus quality achievement award for its commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines.
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66. CarePlus NJ Continues Community Education Efforts with Series of Free Summer Workshops
First session to discuss cultural competency and resources for LGBTQ+ community
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67. NSF, AACC announce 2022 Community College Innovation Challenge winners
Bergen Community College, NJ; Front Range Community College, CO; and Columbus State Community College, OH took home winning titles following presentations of their STEM innovations to address real-world challenges
by post on 06/22/2022 01:54 pm - Story - 20,722 Hits

68. CarePlus NJ to Host Free Virtual Expert Roundtable to Explore Mental Illness and Addiction in Honor of Mental Health Awareness Month
Paramus, N.J. (May 24, 2022) – Care Plus NJ, Inc. (“CarePlus NJ”), a pioneer in integrated primary and behavioral health services for adults and children, announces it will be hosting a free virtual expert roundtable in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month titled
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69. AACC, NSF Announce 12 Student Teams to Advance to Community College Innovation Challenge Finals
Community college students will attend an Innovation Boot Camp to pitch their STEM solutions to real-world challenges 
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70. U.N. Resumes Security Training at Bergen County Law and Public Safety Institute After Two-Year Hiatus
(Mahwah, NJ) – The Bergen County Law and Public Safety Institute has once again welcomed United Nations (U.N.) personnel for training in “Safe and Secure Approaches in Field Environment” (SSAFE) protocol.
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71. The Valley Hospital Nationally Recognized with an ‘A’ Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade
Ridgewood, NJ, May 10, 2022 –  For the 18th time, The Valley Hospital has been recognized with an “A” for patient safety as part of the Hospital Safety Grade program from The Leapfrog Group. This national distinction recognizes a hospital’s performance in protecting patients from preventable harm and error.
by post on 05/10/2022 04:04 pm - Story - 9,984 Hits

72. CarePlus NJ Kicks Off Mental Health Month by Bringing Stigma-Free Message to Paramus Little League
Reinforces commitment to youth community mental health services through sponsorship Paramus, N.J. (May 5, 2022) – In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, Care Plus NJ, Inc. (“CarePlus NJ”), a pioneer in integrated primary and behavioral health services for adults and children, is bringing the Paramus Stigma-Free message to ...
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73. AACC, NSF Announce 12 Student Teams to Advance to Community College Innovation Challenge Finals
Community college students will attend an Innovation Boot Camp to pitch their STEM solutions to real-world challenges 
by post on 05/04/2022 06:08 pm - Story - 25,385 Hits

74. MAGYAR BANK PRIORITIZES INDOOR AIR QUALITY FOR HEALTH & WELLNESS OF EMPLOYEES AND CUSTOMERS
(New Brunswick, NJ - April 27, 2022) Magyar Bank has installed ultraviolet germicidal irradiation (UVGI) devices to their existing HVAC system at their headquarters and have provided portable air purifiers in their SIX other branch locations, destroying 99.9% of viruses, bacteria and other pathogens while providing a high ROI. 
by post on 04/28/2022 08:06 am - Story - 27,127 Hits

75. County, College Collaborate for Small Business Support
PARAMUS, N.J. – Bergen County Executive James J. Tedesco III, Bergen Community College President Eric M. Friedman, Ph.D., the Bergen County Commissioners and Bergen County Division of Economic Development Director Joanne Cimiluca have joined forces to develop a portfolio of free support services for entrepreneurs through the Bergen County Business Resource Network.
by post on 04/22/2022 08:06 am - Story - 30,189 Hits