1. CarePlus NJ and Bergen County CIT Surpass 1,000 Trained in Crisis Response
Training milestone underscores countywide commitment to effective mental health crisis intervention
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2. Wegmans Customers Donate Millions to Hunger Relief in Fall 2025
Wegmans customers raised nearly $3.1 million during the company’s fall 2025 Check Out Hunger scanning campaign. Since its inception over 30 years ago, Wegmans’ Check Out Hunger campaign has raised more than $58 million for hunger relief. Companywide, Wegmans customers donated $570,000 more than during the same campaign ...
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3. NJ Coalition Against Human Trafficking Teams Up with International Sports Awareness Organization “It’s a Penalty” to Prevent Trafficking at FIFA 2026 World Cup.
The New Jersey Coalition Against Human Trafficking (NJCAHT) is partnering with UK‑based It’s a Penalty to bring prevention to the New Jersey region during the FIFA 2026 World Cup. Together the two organizations will help to ensure that messaging is survivor‑informed and consistent as fans travel in and out of ...
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4. Valley Health System Introduces Lipids and Cardiometabolic Disease Program
PARAMUS, NJ, November 7, 2025 – Valley Health System is pleased to announce the launch of a Lipids and Cardiometabolic Disease Program, a comprehensive initiative focused on preventing cardiovascular disease, including heart attack and stroke. The program is led by Waqas Malick, MD, Director of the Lipids and Cardiometabolic Disease ...
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5. The Valley Hospital Receives SCOPY Award by the American College of Gastroenterology
PARAMUS, NJ, November 3, 2025 – The Valley Hospital is proud to announce it has received the SCOPY “Staying Strong & Scoping On” Award by the American College of Gastroenterology (ACG). This award recognizes excellence in colorectal cancer outreach and prevention.
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6. BERGEN COUNTY ANNOUNCES EMERGENCY FOOD DISTRIBUTION AT OVERPECK COUNTY PARK
County and Partners Respond as Federal Shutdown Leaves Residents Without SNAP Benefits or Paychecks LEONIA, NJ – As the federal government shutdown stretches into its fifth week, Bergen County will host an emergency food distribution event on Thursday, November 6th at Overpeck County Park in Leonia to assist SNAP recipient ...
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7. The Valerie Fund Pledges $3.5 Million to Establish New Pediatric Pain and Palliative Care Program at Hackensack Meridian Joseph M. Sanzari Children’s Hospital
Hackensack, NJ – November 3, 2025 – Hackensack Meridian Joseph M. Sanzari Children’s Hospital today announced a transformative, 5-year, $3.5 million commitment from The Valerie Fund to significantly expand its Pediatric Pain and Palliative Care Program.
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8. The Salvation Army Calls for Support as Rising Costs and SNAP Uncertainty Drive Increased Need
Union, NJ — As families across New Jersey face rising costs and ongoing uncertainty surrounding SNAP benefits, The Salvation Army remains committed to providing support to communities throughout New Jersey.
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9. The Nostalgia of Christmas Is on Full Display at Down to Earth Living
ROCKLAND/BERGEN – October 29, 2025 — The elves at Down to Earth Living are already hard at work decorating for Christmas. For many, Christmas is a time to reflect on simple pleasures like roasting marshmallows, drinking hot apple cider and wrapping gifts for friends and family. Down to Earth Living intends ...
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10. BERGEN COUNTY MOBILIZES EMERGENCY FOOD EFFORTS AMID FEDERAL SHUTDOWN & SNAP DISRUPTION
Hackensack, NJ – Due to the ongoing federal government shutdown, nearly 42,000 residents in Bergen County who rely on SNAP benefits will not receive them on time in November. In response, the Bergen County Office of Food Security is working closely with municipal and nonprofit partners to organize emergency food ...
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11. Bergen Student Named a “Rising Star”
PARAMUS, N.J. – The New Jersey Business and Industry Association (NJBIA) has recognized Bergen Community College student Alicia Brownstein with its “Rising Star Award.” The honor recognizes five female college students who have excelled in the classroom and made significant contributions to their communities.
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12. 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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13. 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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14. Fire Departments in New Jersey Receive $10,000 Grant from State Farm? and the National Volunteer Fire Council
A total of $1.5 million was awarded to 150 volunteer fire departments nationwide through the Good Neighbor Firefighter Safety Program
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15. The Valley Hospital Foundation to Host Fourth Annual “Step Up for Valley” Virtual Fitness Challenge
PARAMUS, NJ, August 12, 2025 – The Valley Hospital Foundation is pleased to announce that the fourth annual Step Up for Valley virtual fitness challenge will take place from September 6 to September 13, 2025. The proceeds from this week-long fundraiser will be donated to benefit Valley’s cardiac obstetric initiative ...
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16. NJPAC’S FREE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES, HORIZON SOUNDS OF THE CITY, RETURNS TO HEAT UP THE NEWLY REIMAGINED CHAMBERS PLAZA
July 17 – Aug 7: Free summer music series returns to Thursday nights with global stars including Lyfe Jennings, Cimafunk and MC Lyte  
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17. ASBURY PARK-BASED NON-PROFIT CATSBURY PARK RETURNS WITH CATSBURY CAT CON FOR TWO DAYS
OCTOBER 11 AND 12 AT BELL WORKS IN HOLMDEL, NJ Featuring internationally recognized kitten rescuer HANNAH “KITTEN LADY” SHAW and beloved cat behaviorist and TV personality JACKSON GALAXY PLUS NEPTUNE TATTOOVILLE, CATMAN BINGO CAT CAFÉ, CITY BY THE SEA VETS and more to join. Tickets on sale ...
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18. Valley Medical Group Opens Menopause Center
PARAMUS, NJ, July 10, 2025 – Valley Medical Group is pleased to announce the opening of a Menopause Center, a place where menopausal women can seek care for their symptoms from certified menopause practitioners.
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19. Down to Earth Living Announces Annual Parking Lot Sale with Deep Discounts Starting July 1
(Pomona, NY) June 30, 2025 — Down to Earth Living (www.dteliving.com) is excited to announce its upcoming Parking Lot Sale, running from July 1 through July 20. This exclusive event features massive savings on a wide selection of outdoor furniture and home décor, including one-of-a-kind, discontinued, and open-box items, as ...
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20. 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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21. Beat the Tariffs with Down to Earth’s Christmas Tree Sale in July
Save 20–50% on Artificial Trees from Existing Inventory — While Supplies Last Pomona, NY (June 26, 2025) -  In a rare and special opportunity, Down to Earth Living in Pomona is celebrating Christmas in July with deep discounts on its current inventory of artificial Christmas trees. For a limited ...
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22. Valley Health System and Inbound Health Partner to Launch
PARAMUS, NJ, June 23, 2025 – Valley Health System, in partnership with Inbound Health, a leading enabler of advanced care at home, is proud to announce a Hospital at Home program, set to launch this summer. This innovative program will deliver high-acuity inpatient care to eligible patients in the comfort ...
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23. CarePlus NJ Honored at Englewood Police Department’s Awards Night for Life-Saving Crisis Response and Community Partnership
Englewood, NJ (June 16, 2025) — CarePlus NJ, a leading nonprofit provider of integrated mental health, substance use disorder, and primary care services, is proud to announce that several team members were recognized for their outstanding service during the City of Englewood Police Department’s Awards Night on May 14, 2025. ...
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24. NJ Woman Celebrates 20th Anniversary of Liver Transplant by Running 5K with Her Father Ahead of Father’s Day
(New Providence, NJ) - In a heartfelt tribute to both her organ donor, her transplant team at NewYork-Presbyterian, and her devoted parents, Jessica Chipkin-Klein of Jersey City celebrated the 20th anniversary of her lifesaving liver transplant by running side by side with her dad, David Chipkin of Kinnelon, in NJ ...
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25. NEW JERSEY TUTORING CORPS CONTINUES DEVELOPMENT OF NATION'S FIRST TUTOR APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM TO ADDRESS EDUCATOR WORKFORCE SHORTAGES
Builds "Garden State Dream Team" of State Education Innovators to Assist Activation and Implementation of New Tutor-to-Teacher Pathway [New Jersey – June 12, 2025] – The New Jersey Tutoring Corps (NJTC) announced today that ConnectED Workforce, New Jersey City University, and the Teacher Apprenticeship Network will provide needed expertise ...
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