1. 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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2. Valley Medical Group Announces Promotion of Michael Rahmin, MD, to Director of Gastroenterology
PARAMUS, NJ, August 15, 2024 – Valley Medical Group is pleased to announce the promotion of Michael Rahmin, MD, to the position of Director of Gastroenterology for Valley Medical Group.
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3. BERGEN COUNTY DIVISION OF SENIOR SERVICES AWARDED $466,000 STATE GRANT, BRING COST-SAVING PROGRAMS TO MORE RESIDENTS
“Senior Save Navigator” Grant Will Allow County to Aid Low-Income Older Adults and Individuals with Disabilities in Saving Money on Prescription Drug Costs, Medicare Premiums, and More.(HACKENSACK, N.J.) – On Thursday, July 12, the Bergen County Division of Senior Services was awarded a $466,000 “Senior Save Navigator” grant by the New ...
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4. What’s in a Name? Much More for a Hispanic-Serving Institution
PARAMUS, N.J. – When Bergen Community College President Eric M. Friedman, Ph.D., arrived on campus in 2021, he quickly learned that students, faculty and staff prized the College’s standing as a federally designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) as a point of pride in Bergen’s overall identity.
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5. Bergen’s Care for Vets Gets Recognized
PARAMUS, N.J. – For the second consecutive year, Bergen Community College has secured a “Companies That Care” award from the Commerce and Industry Association of New Jersey (CIANJ) and Commerce Magazine.
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6. 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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7. Biden-Harris Administration Awards $955,697 to Expand Housing Counseling for Underserved Communities in New Jersey
Vice President Harris and Acting Secretary Todman announced the funding to help bridge the racial homeownership gap and foster the next generation of homeowners. 
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8. PSEG employees prepare 500 hygiene kits for The Salvation Army New Jersey Division during National Volunteer Week
Union, NJ– As part of National Volunteer Week, the parking lot at The Salvation Army New Jersey Division Headquarters was bustling as PSEG employees generously volunteered their time to ensure that those facing disaster had a source of comfort.
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9. Booker Helps Bolster Bergen Workforce Initiatives
PARAMUS, N.J. – U.S. Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) has secured $75,000 in federal funds for the Bergen Community College business accelerator’s LatinxCEO program as part of $191.6 million that he has delivered for in-state initiatives in the 2024 government funding bills. 
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10. The Community Chest's Fourth Golf Outing to Raise Funds for Nonprofits Responding to Increased Need in the Area
(Eastern Bergen County, New Jersey; April 4, 2024) -- The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County holds its fourth annual Golf Outing on Monday, May 6 at one of New Jersey's finest golf courses, Edgewood Country Club, located at 449 Rivervale Rd. in River Vale, New Jersey.  Golfers may join ...
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11. Four Local Women Leaders to be Honored at Girl Scouts of Northern New Jersey’s Annual Women of Achievement Gala
Riverdale, N.J. – March 7, 2024 – Girl Scouts of Northern New Jersey (GSNNJ), the preeminent leadership development organization for girls, announces it will be recognizing four of New Jersey’s most influential women leaders as this year’s Women of Achievement honorees.
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12. The Valley Hospital Introduces Laborist Program
... to enhance the care and comfort of women who are in labor. Five independent Valley Medical Group physicians will provide care through the laborist program, assisting Valley’s obstetrician team with the care of patients on the hospital’s labor and delivery (L&D) unit and providing comprehensive support for the L&D team.
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13. Bergen County And Bergen Community College Form Partnership To Enrich Veterinary Technology Education
TETERBORO, NJ – The Bergen County Board of Commissioners and County Executive Jim Tedesco are excited to announce a new innovative partnership between Bergen Community College (BCC) and the Bergen County Animal Shelter and Adoption Center.  BCC’s Veterinary Technology Program students will now have the opportunity to gain hands-on externships at ...
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14. County to Host Annual Caregiver Conference
Hackensack, NJ – County Executive James J. Tedesco, III, the County Board of Commissioners, and the Bergen County Department of Human Services announce that the County’s Division of Senior Service/ADRC’s Annual Fall Caregivers Conference will take place on Saturday, Saturday, October 14, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at the ...
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15. NCJW BCS to Honor Six Bergen County Women Who are Being Recognized as “Women of the Century” at Centennial Celebration
Washington Township, NJ (June 1, 2023) - National Council of Jewish Women Bergen County Section (NCJW BCS), a grassroots organization of volunteers and advocates who turn progressive ideals into action, will be hosting their Centennial Installation & Awards Champagne Luncheon to honor the “Women of the Century'' award recipients and ...
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16. COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT BREAKS GROUND ON NEW CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION HIGH SCHOOL
PARAMUS, NJ – On Tuesday, April 18, the Bergen County Technical School District held a groundbreaking ceremony to mark the beginning of construction for a new Career and Technical Education School at their Paramus Campus.
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17. 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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18. College, County Extend Assistance to Entrepreneurs
LYNDHURST, N.J. – Bergen Community College and the Bergen County Business Resource Network welcomed more than 300 local entrepreneurs to a complimentary showcase event Sept. 29 that offered workshops, professional services and consultations with small business resource specialists.
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19. TEDESCO ANNOUNCES ECONOMIC RECOVERY INITIATIVES TO HELP SMALL BUSINESS
County re-authorizes Bergen Business Resource Network partnership and announces new Small Business Grant Program
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20. Northern NJ Community Foundation's Jannie Smith Legacy Fund Presents Scholarships to Students of Color Impacted by Family Member Battling Cancer
(Bergen County, New Jersey; July 19, 2022) -- The Northern New Jersey Community Foundation's The Jannie Smith Legacy Fund awards its 2022 scholarships for $1,000 each to twins Kassidy Frempong and Kaydence Frempong of Teaneck, New Jersey, who will attend Hampton University in the fall. 
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21. Girl Scouts of Northern New Jersey to focus on leadership development with $10K Kearny Bank donation
Will help expand access to the Girl Scout Leadership Experience
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22. EXCEPTIONAL TEEN NAMED 2022 NEW JERSEY “YOUTH OF THE YEAR” BY BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS IN NEW JERSEY
Trinity Campbell Set to Receive College Scholarship and Vie for Northeast Regional Title in June
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23. Bergen Student Earns National Award for Tutoring
PARAMUS, N.J. – The International Center for Supplemental Instruction at the University of Missouri-Kansas City has recognized Bergen Community College student and supplemental instruction leader Livia Fontana with the group’s annual “International Outstanding New SI Leader Award.”
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24. The Community Chest's Second Golf Outing to Raise Funds for Nonprofits Responding to Increased Need in Area
(Eastern Bergen County, New Jersey; March 28, 2022) -- The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County holds its second Golf Outing on Monday, May 16, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at one of New Jersey's finest golf courses, White Beeches Golf and Country Club, located at 70 Haworth Drive in Haworth, ...
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25. Center for Hope and Safety Issues Call for Volunteers for Gift Wrapping Fundraiser at Paramus Park Mall
Paramus, NJ. (December 17, 2021) – Center for Hope and Safety, a New Jersey based non-profit agency dedicated to assisting victims and survivors of domestic violence, is in need of volunteers for its annual holiday gift wrapping event held throughout the holiday season at the Paramus Mall.
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