1. Bergen British Invasion: U.K. Partners Visit
PARAMUS, N.J. – The British are coming! (Actually, they were already here). As an inaugural partner in the “U.S.-U.K. Community College and Technical Education Exchange” program organized by the Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT) and U.K. Association of Colleges (AoC), Bergen Community College recently hosted students and faculty ...
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2. Sharing Network Foundation Awards Health Sciences Scholarships to Six New Jersey Students
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ – The Sharing Network Foundation is proud to announce the recipients of its 2025 Health Sciences Scholarships, awarded to six exceptional college students from New Jersey who are dedicated to careers that support the lifesaving field of organ and tissue donation and transplantation.
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3. American Innovators Network Launches New Jersey Chapter Bergen County Resident Carlos Iván Merino Named Chapter President
The American Innovators Network (AIN) today announced the launch of a New Jersey Chapter to elevate the voice of the start-up community and “Little Tech” builders in state policy conversations. Carlos Iván Merino, a leading advocate for New Jersey’s innovation ecosystem and emerging technologies, has been named Chapter President.
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4. Transplant Growth Collaboration in New Jersey Drives Progress and Innovation in Organ Donation and Transplantation
(New Providence, NJ) – September 12, 2025 – NJ Sharing Network, the nonprofit organization responsible for the recovery of donated organs and tissue for transplant in the state, hosted a Transplant Growth Collaboration meeting that brought together C-suite and senior leaders from transplant centers and hospitals from throughout the region, ...
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5. First Day of School Marks Launch of CarePlus NJ’s Paradigm Therapeutic Middle School in Bergen County
New school serves grades six through eight, expanding CarePlus NJ’s proven therapeutic education model
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6. More than Flowers Bloom at the Hackensack Community Rain Garden
(Hackensack, New Jersey; July 9, 2025) --The students and teachers at Hackensack High School, as well as residents in its neighborhood, celebrated the end of the 2025 school year with a special event. In June, the Hackensack Community Rain Garden got a new educational sign and public art, featuring painted ...
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7. The Valley Hospital Director of Care Coordination Receives Emerging Leader Award for Acute Care from New Jersey Hospital Association
PARAMUS, NJ, July 9, 2025 – The Valley Hospital is proud to announce that Drew D’Ercole, MSN, APN-BC, RN, Director of Care Coordination at The Valley Hospital, has received the Emerging Leader Award – Acute Care from the New Jersey Hospital Association (NJHA).
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8. Bridgeway Behavioral Health Services Welcomes Karen Kaufman as Director of Marketing and Communications
Union, N.J. (June 25, 2025) - Bridgeway Behavioral Health Services (Bridgeway), a leading community-based provider supporting individuals and families facing mental health and substance use challenges, announces the hiring of Karen Kaufman, M.A., as Director of Marketing and Communications.
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9. Healthy Bergen Announces New Coordinator and Task Force Co-Chairs
Hackensack, N.J. (June 11, 2025) – Healthy Bergen, powered by the Community Health Improvement Partnership (CHIP), proudly introduces Lisa Pinto, MPH, CHES, of the Bergen County Department of Health Services, as the new Healthy Bergen Coordinator.
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10. MENTORS IN MEDIA INITIATIVE WITH iHEARTMEDIA TURNS UP THE VOLUME FOR BERKELEY COLLEGE APPLIED MEDIA STUDENTS
Berkeley College students pursuing degrees in Applied Media and Marketing recently rocked the airwaves thanks to an experiential learning opportunity with iHeartMedia New York. Through the Mentors in Media initiative, students toured the iHeartMedia facilities in New York City, interacted with media professionals, and shadowed radio personalities during live broadcasts. ...
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11. THE ELISABETH MORROW SCHOOL RECEIVES 2025 ASCA STUDENT COUNCIL SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE AWARD
(Englewood, N.J. – May 8, 2025) The Elisabeth Morrow School is proud to announce that their very own Morrow House (Grades 5-8) student council is the recipient of the 2025 ASCA Student Council School of Excellence Award.
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12. Healthy Bergen, Powered By The Community Health Improvement Partnership (CHIP), Hosts Get Fit Classes in Bergen County
Hackensack, N.J. (May 05, 2025) — Healthy Bergen, powered by the Community Health Improvement Partnership (CHIP), is pleased to announce the 2025 spring schedule for free yoga and fitness classes for Bergen County residents ages 18 and older throughout May and June in collaboration with the Bergen County Department of ...
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13. Healthy Bergen, Powered By The Community Health Improvement Partnership (CHIP), Launches 2025 Community Health Needs Assessment, Seeking Public Input Assessment informs implementation plan for Bergen County for the next three years
Hackensack, N.J. (May 2, 2025) — Healthy Bergen, powered by the Community Health Improvement Partnership (CHIP), in collaboration with all seven non-profit hospital systems within Bergen County, recently launched the 2025 Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA). Participating hospitals include Englewood Health, Bergen New Bridge Medical Center, The Valley Hospital, Holy ...
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14. Dr. Rochelle Wimpfheimer, Executive Director of The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County, Named a 2025 NJBIZ ICON
(Eastern Bergen County, New Jersey; April 7, 2025) – The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County announces Executive Director Dr. Rochelle Wimpfheimer has been named a 2025 NJBIZ ICON honoree. NJBIZ, a prominent business publication in the Garden State, awards this prestigious recognition to distinguished business leaders from New Jersey, ...
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15. Fortune and Great Place To Work Name Wegmans to ‘100 Best Companies to Work For' in 2025, Ranking No. 6
Rochester, N.Y. — Great Place To Work? and Fortune? have recognized Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. as one of the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For? in 2025. This is Wegmans 28th time being named to this prestigious list, this year coming in at 6th place. Earning a spot ...
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16. New Jersey’s Next STEM Frontier: Learning from the Land’s First Scientists
Picture this: Thick smoke chokes the air as flames blaze closer toward homes, businesses, and forests. Firefighters battle the blaze, but it spreads too fast. In New Jersey’s Pine Barrens—one of the most fire-prone regions in the state—this is a growing concern.
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17. Inclusive Education Program Notches National Honors
PARAMUS, N.J. – Bergen Community College’s Turning Point Program, a two-year postsecondary education experience for young adults with intellectual disabilities, has earned a silver “Excellence Award” in the Equity, Inclusion and Social Justice category from NASPA - Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education.
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18. The Opici Group Celebrates 90th Anniversary Setting a New Guinness World Records Title: Largest Online Video Chain of People Pouring and Passing a Drink
Glen Rock, NJ, November 20, 2024 – In celebration of its 90th anniversary, The Opici Group has set a new Guinness World Records title for “the largest online video chain of people pouring and passing a drink.” Opici achieved this record with participation from 499 colleagues across the organization.
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19. Pediatric Gynecologist from Mount Sinai Joins Valley’s Pediatric Team
PARAMUS, NJ, November 20, 2024 – Valley Health System, which has a partnership with Mount Sinai Kravis Children's Hospital, is pleased to welcome pediatric gynecologist Kellie Woodfield, MD.
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20. Valley Health System Honored For Digital Excellence As a 2024 Digital Health Most Wired Survey Recipient
PARAMUS, NJ, November 18, 2024 – Valley Health System has been recognized as one of the nation’s “Most Wired” according to The College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) Digital Health Most Wired? 2024 survey.
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21. Paramus-Based Nonprofits Awarded Northern NJ Community Foundation’s Grants
(November 15, 2024; Hackensack, New Jersey) – The Northern New Jersey Community Foundation (NNJCF) joined more than 1,000 community foundations nationwide to celebrate National Community Foundation Week from November 12 to November 18, 2024. 
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22. Valley Health System Opens New Spine Center
... – Valley Health System is excited to announce the opening of its new Spine Center, which guides patients on the proper path to pain relief and prevention by bringing together the skills of medical, surgical, pain, and rehabilitation specialists to collaborate in caring for patients with neck and back conditions.
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23. Bergen an Inaugural Partner in UK Student Exchange Program
... with colleges in the United Kingdom. Officially the “U.S.-UK Community College and Technical Education Exchange,” the program will pair Bergen with Southport College in England to collaborate on initiatives related to sustainable construction. ACCT and AoC officials announced program participants at the ACCT’s leadership congress event this month in Seattle.
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24. Bergen Volunteers Appoints Shara Nadler as their New CEO
Hackensack, NJ, September 2024 - Shara Nadler has been named Chief Executive Officer at Bergen Volunteers, effective September 9, 2024, the agency’s Board of Directors announced today.
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25. Northern NJ Community Foundation to Open National Arts and Humanities and Jersey Arts Month Celebrating ArtsBergen’s 10th Anniversary at Connect the Dots’ Works on Water
(Bergen County, New Jersey; September 5, 2024) –The Northern New Jersey Community Foundation, a not-for-profit, 501(c)(3) organization headquartered in Hackensack, New Jersey, opens National Arts and Humanities and Jersey Arts Month in October with a celebration of ArtsBergen’s tenth anniversary supporting the arts, artists, and creative placemaking in Bergen County,
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