1. Keep Your Poinsettias Merry, Bright, and Blooming Tips from Down to Earth Living
ROCKLAND/BERGEN – November 12, 2025 — Poinsettias are the quintessential seasonal statement piece—cheerful, colorful, and instantly bringing festive cheer to any space with their bright red, pink, or white bracts or leaves. To keep them looking their best throughout the holidays, a little care goes a long way. Here are smart, ...
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2. Easterseals New Jersey and Cross River Bank Rally to Support Residents Impacted by SNAP Benefit Delays Amid Government Shutdown
Jamesburg, NJ, November 2025 – Easterseals New Jersey, a disability services nonprofit, and Cross River Bank (“Cross River”), a technology infrastructure provider offering embedded financial solutions, have joined forces to assist hundreds of individuals and families who are experiencing partial or delayed Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits amid the ongoing ...
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3. TEDESCO, COMMISSIONERS PRESENT $136K IN OPEN SPACE FUNDING TO BOROUGH OF LITTLE FERRY
Funding will support the conversion of the old field hockey court into a pickleball court, located at Losen Slote Creek Park
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4. 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.
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5. The Valley Hospital Ranked Among the Best Hospitals in New Jersey by U.S. News & World Report for 2025-26
PARAMUS, NJ, July 29, 2025 – The Valley Hospital has once again been ranked among the best hospitals in New Jersey by U.S. News & World Report for 2025-26, placing among the top 10 on the list of 96 New Jersey hospitals that were evaluated. Valley also ranked among the ...
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6. MIDDLESEX COUNTY REGIONALCHAMBER OF COMMERCE HONORS BERKELEY COLLEGE LEADER AS COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR
James Marshmon Serves as Director, Student Development and Campus Life, Berkeley College, and Manager, Berkeley College Foundation Food Pantries
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7. Kean University Graduates Receive Top Honors as Student Teachers
UNION, N.J. — Three recent Kean University graduates received the state’s highest awards for their work as student teachers during a ceremony held by the New Jersey Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (NJACTE) and the state Department of Education (NJDOE). 
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8. When you go Away, Make Sure Your Indoor Plants are Okay
(Pomona, New York) July 2, 2025 — As summer travel season hits full swing, many local residents are heading off for some much-needed rest and relaxation. By considering the water and lighting needs of different plants and planning ahead, homeowners can keep gardens and houseplants healthy and hydrated while away. ...
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9. Bergen STEM Team Tops in U.S. … Times Two!
PARAMUS, N.J. – For an unprecedented second time in four years, Bergen Community College STEM students have placed first in the nationwide Community College Innovation Challenge. Sponsored by the American Association of Community Colleges and National Science Foundation, four Bergen students earned first place honors for their project, “Pop-Up Hydroponic ...
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10. Communication a Calling Card for Bergen
PARAMUS, N.J. – Bergen Community College has captured two National Council in Marketing and Public Relations Paragon Awards - the highest honor for excellence in strategic communication at community colleges.
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11. PORT AUTHORITY, NY WATERWAY OUTLINE EXPANDED, CROSS-HONORED FERRY AND BUS SERVICE DURING UPCOMING HOBOKEN PATH STATION CLOSURE IN EARLY 2025
Ferry Service to be Expanded During Peak Hours, Additional Weekend Route Added During Planned Hoboken PATH Station Closure Additional Crosstown Manhattan Bus Service to be Offered from Midtown/West 39th Street Terminal
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12. 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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13. The Valley Hospital Ranked Among the Best Hospitals in New Jersey by U.S. News & World Report for 2024-25
PARAMUS, NJ, July 16, 2024 – The Valley Hospital has been ranked among the best hospitals in New Jersey by U.S. News & World Report for 2024-25, placing third on the list of 63 New Jersey hospitals that were evaluated. Valley also achieved an overall rating as the 15th best ...
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14. The Valley Hospital Welcomes Hal, A New Simulation Robot
PARAMUS, NJ, June 17, 2024 – The Valley Hospital’s simulation center is excited to announce it is the first hospital in New Jersey and New York to take delivery of a new adult manikin called HAL S5301, or Hal for short, manufactured by Gaumard. Hal is a high-fidelity, full-body manikin, ...
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15. OFFICIAL STATEMENT FROM BERGEN COUNTY EXECUTIVE JIM TEDESCO
HACKENSACK, NJ – County Executive Jim Tedesco issues the following statement in response to MTA Chairman Janno Lieber claiming congestion pricing will reduce traffic and improve air quality:
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16. No Mow Lawn Workshop to be Held at Johnson Public Library on April 13
(Hackensack, New Jersey; March 19, 2024) – Did you know replacing all or some of a front lawn with native plants is a great way to help reduce flooding and pollution, support our natural ecosystem, and add beauty to your property? 
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17. The Valley Hospital Earns Eleventh Cardiovascular Imaging Quality Award
RIDGEWOOD, NJ, January 9, 2024 – The Valley Hospital’s advanced cardiovascular imaging team has been awarded the HeartFlow? CT Quality Award for the 11th quarter in a row. Valley earned this award for the third quarter of 2023.
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18. 2024 Girl Scout Cookie Season Begins in Northern New Jersey Fueling the Next Generation of Female Entrepreneurs
Riverdale, N.J. – January 9, 2024 – Girl Scouts of Northern New Jersey, the preeminent leadership development organization for girls in Bergen, Morris, Passaic, Sussex, and northern Warren counties, announces the kickoff of their 2024 Girl Scout Cookie Season, the annual event in which Girl Scouts unbox their futures as ...
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19. NEWSWEEK AND STATISTA RECOGNIZE BERKELEY COLLEGE AMONG AMERICA’S TOP ONLINE COLLEGES FOR THIRD CONSECUTIVE YEAR
Newsweek and Statista, a global business data platform, have recognized Berkeley College on their list of America’s Top Online Colleges for 2024. This is the third consecutive year Berkeley College has received the accolade. Berkeley College ranks at No. 55 – placing second among colleges in New Jersey, and fifth ...
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20. New Report Reveals New Jersey Among Best in Nation for Lung Cancer Surgery and Survival, Lags Behind for Cancer Screening; Black Individuals Least to Be Diagnosed Early, Have Surgery or Receive Treatment
American Lung Association examines toll of lung cancer in New Jersey, underscores urgent need for more high-risk people to be screened to increase survivorship TRENTON – (November 14, 2023) –The 2023 “State of Lung Cancer” report reveals that New Jersey is 4th in the nation for lung cancer surgery. ...
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21. COUNTY COMPLETES HISTORIC RESTORATION OF WORTENDYKE BARN
Renovations conclude in time for 13th Annual Bluegrass and Cider Concert PARK RIDGE, NJ – On Wednesday, October 25th, County Executive Jim Tedesco joined County Commissioner Vice Chairwoman Germaine Ortiz, County Commissioner Mary Amoroso, Park Ridge Mayor Keith Misciagna, and representatives from the County Parks Department to celebrate the completion ...
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22. The Valley Hospital Ranked Among the Best Hospitals in New Jersey
RIDGEWOOD, NJ, August 1, 2023 – The Valley Hospital has been ranked among the best hospitals in New Jersey by U.S. News & World Report for 2023-24, placing third on the list of 73 New Jersey hospitals that were evaluated. Valley also achieved an overall rating as the 17th best ...
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23. Bergen County Emergency Medical Services Unit Unveils New Ambulances to Assist with Countywide 911 Calls
Hackensack, N.J. – Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco joined with Bergen County Commissioner Chairman Tom Sullivan yesterday to start the Bergen County Emergency Medical Services Unit, a countywide unit that will assist local EMS agencies with mutual aid 911 medical calls.
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24. Wegmans Now Accepts EBT SNAP Payments for Online Orders through Wegmans.com and the Wegmans App
Rochester, N.Y. – Wegmans Today announced it is now accepting Electronic Benefits Transfer and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (EBT SNAP) payments for online grocery orders made via Wegmans.com and the Wegmans app. Customers who use EBT SNAP as their payment will receive free delivery for three orders. 
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25. NY WATERWAY TO UPGRADE FERRIES WITH GREEN HYBRID ENGINES THROUGH NEW FEDERAL TRANSPORTATION GRANT
U.S. Senators Bob Menendez and Cory Booker announced a $7.3-million federal grant issued through NJ TRANSIT that will help NY Waterway convert ferry engines from diesel to hybrid
by post on 01/25/2023 07:19 am - Story - 15,712 Hits