1. 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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2. BERGEN COUNTY BREAKS GROUND ON NEW OVERPECK GOLF COURSE CLUBHOUSE
Teaneck, NJ – Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco, members of the Bergen County Board of Commissioners, representatives from the Bergen County Parks Department, and representatives from the Township of Teaneck broke ground today on a new clubhouse facility at Overpeck Golf Course — launching a significant investment in one of ...
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3. Chief Medical Officer for Valley Medical Group Named to AMGA Foundation Board of Directors
PARAMUS, NJ, February 20, 2025 –Valley Health System is proud to announce that Puneeta Sharma, MD, MHCM, CPE, Chief Medical Officer for Valley Medical Group, has been named to the Board of Directors of American Medical Group Association (AMGA) Foundation.
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4. Bergen County Commissioners Approve $4.87 Million to Elevate Recreation, Accessibility, and Senior Services
HACKENSACK, NJ – The Bergen County Board of County Commissioners started the new year by approving three major grants totaling $4.87 million to fund transformative projects aimed at improving the lives of residents. The initiatives include redeveloping the Carlton Hill Rail Trail into a community greenway, constructing an inclusive playground ...
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5. Carin & Roger Ehrenberg Continue Foundational Support for the Human Dimension Program at Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine with $3 Million Gift
Nutley, NJ – November 20, 2024 – Hackensack Meridian Health Foundation is pleased to announce a $3 million leadership gift from Carin and Roger Ehrenberg to support the Human Dimension program at the Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine.
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6. The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County Celebrates National Philanthropy Day and Awards Grants Totaling $115,000 to Nonprofit Agencies
(Eastern Bergen County, New Jersey; November 18, 2024) -- The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County opened National Philanthropy Day and announced 28 grants were awarded, totaling $ 115,000, to 29 nonprofit agencies responding to increased need in the community. 
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7. The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County Announces 2024 Request for Proposals
(Eastern Bergen County, New Jersey; April 18, 2024) -- The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County announces its 2024 Request for Proposals (RFP) for grants.  This year, The Community Chest's grantmaking process focuses on this set of priorities identified by our colleagues in leadership positions with local nonprofit agencies. 
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8. 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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9. FORMER JERSEY CITY RESIDENT ESTABLISHES ROOTS IN PERFECT HOME AT THE WYLDES LUXURY RENTAL NEAR HARRISON PATH STATION
The Upscale 399-Home Community Provides Danielle Grisales an Escape from Busy City Life While Still Offering Great Proximity to Manhattan
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10. The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County's Supporters and Volunteers Thanked at Donor Appreciation Gathering
(Eastern Bergen County, New Jersey; November 24, 2023) -- The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County celebrated the contributions of donors and volunteers at the Donor Appreciation Event held at the Bergen Performing Arts Center’s Performing Arts School in Englewood.
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11. Max Horbund Art Exhibition to Benefit The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County
(Eastern Bergen County, New Jersey; October 8, 2023) – Bergen County artist Max Horbund will display his work in an exhibition, Expressions, at the Englewood Framing Gallery from November 4 through December 30, 2023.  A portion of the proceeds of the sale of Horbund’s art will benefit The Community Chest ...
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12. Bergen Awards Scholarships, Hosts Production on Armenian Genocide
PARAMUS, N.J. – Founded through the Bergen Community College Foundation to foster awareness on the mechanisms of social conflict, political and ethnic violence and genocide, the Bergen Community College Center for Peace, Justice and Reconciliation has tapped its grant funds to award students with scholarships and sponsor a faculty-led theatrical ...
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13. Celebrating 90 Years of Giving! The Community Chest Awards Grants Totaling $124,950 to Nonprofits Responding to Increased Need in the Area
(Eastern Bergen County, New Jersey; August 21, 2023) -- The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County awarded 24 grants, totaling $124,950, to nonprofit agencies responding to increased need in the community in Bergen County, New Jersey. 
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14. NAI James E. Hanson Helps Local Urgent Care Expand to Englewood, N.J.
Englewood, N.J. (July 12, 2023) – NAI James E. Hanson, the largest New Jersey-based full-service independent commercial real estate firm, announces it has negotiated a 3,474-square-foot lease at 300 Grand Avenue in Englewood, N.J.
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15. Cause for Celebration: Bergen and Party City Collaborate
PARAMUS, N.J. – Officials from Bergen Community College and Party City, the global celebrations retailer, recently collaborated on a pair of June events that provided learning opportunities for the College’s students and company personnel. 
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16. OFFICIAL STATEMENT FROM BERGEN COUNTY HEALTH OFFICER HANSEL ASMAR
HACKENSACK, N.J. – Bergen County Health Officer Hansel Asmar releases the following statement on regarding current air quality conditions in Bergen County:
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17. NEW YORK WATERWAY ENHANCES MENTAL HEALTH INITIATIVES FOR EMPLOYEES
In support of Mental Health Awareness Month,NY Waterway focuses on ensuring resources for all its employees As part of its ongoing commitment to its employees, and in support of Mental Health Awareness Month, New York Waterway encourages staff members to take advantage of a wide range of offerings designed ...
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18. The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County Announces 2023 Request for Proposals
... Bergen County, New Jersey; April 6, 2023) -- The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County (The Chest) announces its 2023 Request for Proposals (RFP) for grants.  This year, The Chest's grantmaking process focuses on a new set of priorities identified by our colleagues in leadership positions with local nonprofit agencies.
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19. COMMISSIONERS VOTE ON SPORT COURT IMPROVEMENT AT MULTIPLE BERGEN COUNTY PARKS
(HACKENSACK, NJ)- The Bergen County Commissioners voted on Wednesday night to begin sport court improvements at three county parks to improve access to tennis, pickleball, and basketball courts. The three parks undergoing improvements will be Wood Dale County Park in Woodcliff Lake, Samuel Nelkin County Park in Wallington, and Saddle ...
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20. COMMISSIONERS VOTE ON SPORT COURT IMPROVEMENT AT MULTIPLE BERGEN COUNTY PARKS
(HACKENSACK, NJ)- The Bergen County Commissioners voted on Wednesday night to begin sport court improvements at three county parks to improve access to tennis, pickleball, and basketball courts. The three parks undergoing improvements will be Wood Dale County Park in Woodcliff Lake, Samuel Nelkin County Park in Wallington, and Saddle ...
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21. The Community Chest Awards Grants Totaling $115,000 to Nonprofits Experiencing Increased Need in the Area
(Eastern Bergen County, New Jersey; November 3, 2022) -- The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County awarded 21 grants, totaling $115,000, to nonprofit agencies responding to increased need in the community from COVID-19 and the impact of Hurricane Ida.
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22. Bergen County Adopts Zero Increase Budget for 2022
(HACKENSACK, N.J.) – On Wednesday, the Bergen County Board of Commissioners adopted the 2022 $448 million county budget. As introduced and adopted, the budget does not include any tax increases over the previous year.
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23. Hackensack Meridian Health Foundation Raises $5 Million at Network-Wide Celebration on May 21
Inaugural event raises vital funds for the Center for Discovery and Innovation to advance scientific breakthroughs 
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24. TEDESCO INTRODUCES ZERO BUDGET FOR 2022 WITH NO TAX INCREASE
(HACKENSACK, N.J.) – On Wednesday, Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco presented his 2022 budget proposal to the Bergen County Board of Commissioners at their regularly scheduled work session.
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25. Students Counter Conflict in Essay Contest
PARAMUS, N.J. – Four students have earned $2,500 in scholarships from the Bergen Community College Center for Peace, Justice, and Reconciliation (CPJR) and Bergen Community College Foundation for their submissions in an essay contest on conflict resolution.
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