1. Tri-County Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics New York Set for Tuesday, May 12
Westchester County, NY — The 2026 Hudson Valley Tri-County Law Enforcement Torch Run will take place on Tuesday, May 12, bringing together law enforcement agencies from Westchester, Rockland, and Putnam counties for the fifth consecutive year. Officers and community members will unite to carry the “Flame of Hope” in support ...
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2. BERGEN COUNTY REVOLUTIONARY WAR ROUNDTABLE SERIES TO FOCUS ON THE 1780 BATTLE AT OLD PARAMUS CHURCH
Hackensack, NJ – Bergen250, the Bergen County Division of Cultural & Historic Affairs, and the County of Bergen invite the public and media to attend the fourth installation of the Spring 2026 American Revolutionary War Roundtable Series on Wednesday, April 8th at 7:00 PM at the Bergen County Administration Building’s Multipurpose ...
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3. BERGEN COUNTY CELEBRATES RAMADAN WITH GRAND IFTAR AND CRESCENT LIGHTING
PARAMUS, NJ – On Monday, March 9, the County of Bergen, in partnership with the Eid Committee of New Jersey, hosted its Annual Grand Iftar and Crescent Lighting in recognition of the Holy Month of Ramadan at Bergen Community College in Paramus.
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4. BERGEN 250 REVOLUTIONARY WAR ROUNDTABLE SERIES TO INVESTIGATE LIFE OF PEGGY SHIPPEN ARNOLD
Hackensack, NJ – Bergen250, the Bergen County Division of Cultural & Historic Affairs, and the County of Bergen invite the public and media to attend the 2026 American Revolutionary War Roundtable Series on Wednesday, March 11 at 7:00 PM at the Bergen County Administration Building’s Learning Center, 4th Floor, 1 ...
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5. CALL FOR NOMINATIONS: 2026 Bergen County Historic Preservation Awards
(HACKENSACK, NJ) – The Bergen County Historic Preservation Advisory Board is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Bergen County Historic Preservation Awards. In honor of America’s 250th anniversary, the Bergen County Division of Cultural & Historic Affairs, and the Historic Preservation Advisory Board, will be prioritizing nominations for historic works ...
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6. BERGEN 250 TO KICK OFF 2026 REVOLUTIONARY WAR ROUNDTABLE SERIES, YEAR-LONG HIGHLIGHT ON REGIONAL HISTORY
Hackensack, NJ – Bergen250, the Bergen County Division of Cultural & Historic Affairs, and the County of Bergen invite the public and media to attend the kickoff of the 2026 American Revolutionary War Roundtable Series on Wednesday, January 14 at 7:00 PM at the Bergen County Administration Building’s Learning Center, ...
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7. LAST 2025 REVOLUTIONARY WAR ROUNDTABLE THIS WEDNESDAY, DEC. 10th
The Bergen250 Program, through our Division of Cultural & Historic Affairs, will host the final Revolutionary War Roundtable joined by Robb Haberman on Sgt. James Selkirk and the Morristown and Pompton Encampments
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8. REVOLUTIONARY WAR ROUNDTABLE SERIES RESUMES WEDNESDAY, NOV. 12TH
The Bergen250 Program, through our Division of Cultural & Historic Affairs, will host the third Revolutionary War Roundtable joined by John U. Rees on the role of African Americans in the Revolutionary War
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9. REVOLUTIONARY WAR ROUNDTABLE SERIES RESUMES WEDNESDAY, OCT. 8TH
The Bergen250 Program, through our Division of Cultural & Historic Affairs, will host the second Revolutionary War Roundtable joined by Bob Gula on the Battle of Springfield (1780)
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10. BERGEN250 HOSTS MULTIPLE EVENTS IN OCTOBER CELEBRATING OUR HISTORY
The Bergen250 Program, through our Division of Cultural & Historic Affairs, will host a variety of events highlighting Bergen County’s history and cultural richness.
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11. Children’s Aid and Family Services Increasing Access to Lifesaving Medication
Narcan “Buster Boxes” Launched in Bergen County September 22, 2025 – (Paramus, NJ) Children’s Aid and Family Services, with the support of the Marri family of River Edge, launched the “Buster Box,” a newspaper-style dispenser that will provide free Naloxone (Narcan) in 12 towns in Bergen County.
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12. NJ Sharing Network Commemorates Hispanic Heritage Month by Honoring the Memory of Organ Donor Hero Julian Rosado of Bayonne
(Bayonne, NJ) – During Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 – October 15), NJ Sharing Network is proud to honor the legacy of Julian Rosado of Bayonne, whose selfless decision to be an organ donor saved the lives of three people.
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13. BERGEN COUNTY TO KICK OFF FALL 2025 REVOLUTIONARY WAR ROUNDTABLE SERIES
First Lecture to Spotlight Hackensack Native and Revolutionary Leader Richard Varick Hackensack, NJ – Bergen250, the Bergen County Division of Cultural & Historic Affairs, and the County of Bergen invite the public and media to attend the kickoff of the Fall 2025 American Revolutionary War Roundtable Series on Wednesday, ...
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14. BERGEN COUNTY CELEBRATES INDIAN INDEPENDENCE DAY
Commemorates the 79th Anniversary of Indian Independence HACKENSACK, NJ – On Wednesday, August 13, the County of Bergen hosted a celebration in honor of Indian Independence Day at Two Bergen County Plaza, in partnership with Arya Samaj of New Jersey, EID Committee of New Jersey, Indo-American Senior Citizens Association of ...
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15. BERGEN COUNTY CELEBRATES COLOMBIAN INDEPENDENCE DAY
Honors 215 years of Colombian Independence with Flag Raising Ceremony and Celebration HACKENSACK, NJ – On Tuesday, July 22, the County of Bergen, in partnership with the Bergen County Latino American Advisory Board, hosted its Annual Colombian Independence Day Celebration and Flag Raising Ceremony in the Piazza of One Bergen ...
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16. AfroBeat Ignited Newark with African Rhythm, Culture, and Celebration Today
Live performances, DJs, vendors, food, crafts, art installations, and more Newark, NJ (July 12, 2025) – AFROBEAT FEST (ABF), the largest celebration of the African diaspora in the state of New Jersey, returned on Saturday, July 12 at Military Park. Cofounded by Newark’s First Lady, Linda Baraka, ABF unites ...
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17. Honoring Her Service: YWCA Northern New Jersey’s Operation Sisterhood Celebrates Women Veterans and Receives Major Grant
June 18, 2025 – Hackensack, NJ — YWCA Northern New Jersey’s (YWCANNJ) Operation Sisterhood proudly hosted its annual Women Veterans Appreciation Day dinner and ceremony on Thursday, June 12, at Fairleigh Dickinson University’s Florham Campus in Madison. The event brought together veterans, community leaders, and advocates from across the state ...
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18. BERGEN COUNTY DEDICATES NEW PUMPER TRAINING VEHICLE AT FIRE ACADEMY
... the Board of County Commissioners, and the Bergen County Department of Public Safety hosted a dedication ceremony today at the Bergen County Fire Academy to commemorate the County’s recent purchase of a new pumper truck. The truck will be used primarily in hands-on training activities at the newly upgraded Fire ...
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19. BERGEN COUNTY MARKS 110TH ANNIVERSARY OF ARMENIAN GENOCIDE WITH REMEMBRANCE CEREMONY
HACKENSACK, N.J. – Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco and the Board of Commissioners joined local Armenian American leaders, elected officials, and members of the public on Monday, April 28, 2025, to commemorate the 110th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide during a solemn remembrance ceremony held at One Bergen County Plaza.
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20. Acclaimed Author Martin Bodek to Speak at JCC of Northern NJ Active Seniors in Honor of Yom HaShoah
River Edge, NJ — The JCC of Northern NJ Active Seniors is honored to welcome Martin Bodek, author of the award-winning book Zaidy’s War: Four Armies, Three Continents, Two Brothers. One Man’s Impossible Story of Endurance, for a special presentation on Thursday, April 24, at 11:00 AM at Kol Dorot, ...
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21. BERGEN COUNTY CELEBRATES GREEK INDEPENDENCE DAY
HACKENSACK, NJ – On Thursday, March 20, the County of Bergen, in partnership with the AHEPA Bergen Knights Chapter 285, the AHEPA Alexander Hamilton Chapter 54, and the AHEPA Ramapo Chapter 453, held its Annual Greek Independence Day and Flag Raising Ceremony at Two Bergen County Plaza.
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22. JCC of Northern NJ Active Seniors Presents a Festive Purim Ball
River Edge, NJ – The JCC of Northern NJ Active Seniors invites local seniors to attend the 2nd Annual Purim Ball on Tuesday, March 11, from 11 AM to 1 PM at Kol Dorot: A Reform Jewish Community, 385 Howland Ave., River Edge, NJ.
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23. CELEBRATE LUNAR NEW YEAR AT AMERICAN DREAM
EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ (January 2, 2025) – American Dream will commemorate the Year of the Snake and honor the Lunar New Year with a series of festive events, vibrant performances, and delicious culinary offerings.
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24. The Valley Hospital Dedicates Family Care Pavilion in Honor of Audrey Meyers and Her 45 Years of Service to Valley
PARAMUS, NJ, December 23, 2024 – Valley Health System is pleased to announce the dedication of the Audrey Meyers Family Care Pavilion, named in honor of Audrey Meyers, FACHE, CEO Emeritus of Valley Health System. A dedication ceremony was held on Wednesday, December 18, and attended by members of Valley ...
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25. NJ Sharing Network Commemorates Hispanic Heritage Month by Honoring Organ Donor Heroes and Raising Awareness About the Importance of Organ and Tissue Donation
(New Providence, NJ) – According to the U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) and the Organ Procurement and Transplant Network (OPTN), over 22,000 Hispanic individuals are currently on the national organ transplant waiting list. In 2023, Hispanic Americans made up about 15% of all organ donors in the U.S. ...
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