1. Stay Ahead of Spring: Down to Earth Living’s January Garden Checklist for Winter Plant Care
POMONA, N.Y. (January 21, 2026) While January might seem like a sleepy month for gardeners, it’s actually a critical period to give your landscape the care it needs to thrive come spring. In the Hudson Valley, where fluctuating temperatures, snow, and drying winds are the norm, a few proactive steps ...
by post on 01/31/2026 07:59 pm - Story - 4,816 Hits

2. Larken Associates Volunteers Continue Tradition of Bringing Hope and Housing to Guatemala
Five-member team builds new home in Parramos and delivers essential donations
by post on 12/08/2025 12:27 pm - Story - 6,788 Hits

3. OFFICIAL STATEMENT FROM THE BERGEN COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
The Bergen County Board of Commissioners is deeply saddened by the passing of Surrogate Michael Dressler, a remarkable public servant whose influence will be felt in this county for generations.
by post on 12/05/2025 09:33 pm - Story - 4,105 Hits

4. ENVIRONMENTAL EMPOWERMENT!! Innovative Riverfront Accessibility Project, Pathways to the River, to Hold Second Public Meeting to Reconnect Hackensack Community with Natural Spaces
(Hackensack, New Jersey; November 14, 2025) -- The Northern New Jersey Community Foundation (NNJCF) and the Hackensack Environmental Justice Alliance (HEJA) will hold a second public meeting to discuss a groundbreaking initiative, Pathways to the River, to transform Hackensack's riverfront accessibility.
by post on 11/17/2025 08:38 am - Story - 7,508 Hits

5. The Valley Hospital Implements System to Reduce Radiation Exposure to Clinicians
PARAMUS, NJ, November 6, 2025 – The Valley Hospital is proud to improve workplace safety for its staff in the cardiac catheterization and electrophysiology laboratories through the addition of the EggNest? Protect system manufactured by Egg Medical.
by post on 11/08/2025 02:46 pm - Story - 5,381 Hits

6. Easterseals New Jersey and Cross River Bank Rally to Support Residents Impacted by SNAP Benefit Delays Amid Government Shutdown
Jamesburg, NJ, November 2025 – Easterseals New Jersey, a disability services nonprofit, and Cross River Bank (“Cross River”), a technology infrastructure provider offering embedded financial solutions, have joined forces to assist hundreds of individuals and families who are experiencing partial or delayed Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits amid the ongoing ...
by post on 11/07/2025 07:47 am - Story - 8,372 Hits

7. Innovative Riverfront Accessibility Project Launches to Reconnect Hackensack Community with Natural Spaces
(Hackensack, New Jersey; October 7, 2025) -- The Northern New Jersey Community Foundation (NNJCF) and the Hackensack Environmental Justice Alliance (HEJA) announce a groundbreaking initiative, Pathways to the River, to transform Hackensack's riverfront accessibility. The NNJCF, a not-for-profit organization headquartered in Hackensack New Jersey, continues its commitment to community quality ...
by post on 10/08/2025 10:48 am - Story - 12,392 Hits

8. TEDESCO, COMMISSIONERS PRESENT $136K IN OPEN SPACE FUNDING TO BOROUGH OF LITTLE FERRY
Funding will support the conversion of the old field hockey court into a pickleball court, located at Losen Slote Creek Park
by post on 09/27/2025 05:40 am - Story - 10,833 Hits

9. The Valley Hospital’s Human Subjects Protection Program Awarded Reaccreditation by the Association for the Accreditation of Human Research Protection Programs, Inc.?
PARAMUS, NJ, July 17, 2025 – The Valley Hospital is proud to announce that its Human Subjects Protection Program has received full reaccreditation by the Association for the Accreditation of Human Research Protection Programs, Inc.? (AAHRPP). The Valley Hospital’s program has been reaccredited for five years.
by post on 07/18/2025 11:31 am - Story - 9,772 Hits

10. 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 ...
by post on 07/13/2025 08:59 am - Story - 15,901 Hits

11. 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. ...
by post on 07/03/2025 06:48 pm - Story - 11,098 Hits

12. New Jersey Turns the Tide with Innovative Coastal Sediment Strategy
As New Jersey’s coastal communities prepare for summer boating and hurricane season, a unique public-private partnership is advancing a smart, sustainable approach to protecting our coast.
by post on 06/25/2025 05:30 pm - Story - 13,278 Hits

13. 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 ...
by post on 05/03/2025 06:28 pm - Story - 12,516 Hits

14. Center for Hope & Safety Reports Domestic Violence Statistics for Bergen County
Reports a 292% Increase in Services Other than Shelter for Domestic Violence Survivors
by post on 04/25/2025 02:57 pm - Story - 16,559 Hits

15. 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.
by post on 03/26/2025 12:00 pm - Story - 21,856 Hits

16. Hackensack River Nation Summit Takes Place on Earth Day on April 22.
Leaders and Environmentalists from the Region Expected to Attend to Grow a Greener, Healthier Watershed.
by post on 03/24/2025 06:44 pm - Story - 16,888 Hits

17. College Conferences Spotlight Human Trafficking
PARAMUS, N.J. – According to data reported by former U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken last year, approximately 27 million people worldwide have become victims of human trafficking through exploited labor, services and commercial sex.
by post on 03/22/2025 01:10 pm - Story - 11,290 Hits

18. Hackensack Riverkeeper’s Captain Bill Sheehan to Give Keynote at Hackensack River Nation Summit. Leaders and Environmentalists from the Region Expected to Attend to Grow a Greener, Healthier Watershed.
(Hackensack, New Jersey; February 7, 2025) – The Northern New Jersey Community Foundation (NNJCF) announces Captain Bill Sheehan, Executive Director of Hackensack Riverkeeper, will present the keynote address, The State of the Hackensack River, at the 2025 Hackensack River Nation Summit on Tuesday, February 25. The Summit takes place from ...
by post on 02/13/2025 04:41 pm - Story - 20,643 Hits

19. BERGEN COUNTY OPEN SPACE TRUST FUND NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS
Floodplain Protection, Historic Preservation, Land Acquisition, and Municipal Park Improvement grants available in 2025 funding cycle (HACKENSACK, NJ) – The Bergen County Department of Parks, Division of Land Management, announces the 2025 Bergen County Open Space Trust Fund Grant Program. The 2025 grant cycle welcomes applicants seeking aid in three ...
by post on 02/04/2025 04:11 pm - Story - 13,738 Hits

20. Northwestern Mutual Appoints Theresa Calabrese, CLF as a New Managing Director of New York City Office
Notably, this marks the first time a woman has been appointed as a managing director across the Northwestern Mutual New York City territory.
by post on 01/30/2025 08:10 am - Story - 21,373 Hits

21. Lung Association: Elevated Levels of Cancer-Causing Radon Gas Detected in Nearly 10% of New Jersey Homes
During January’s National Radon Action Month, the American Lung Association urges all residents to test their home for radon, a leading cause of lung cancer.
by post on 01/02/2025 06:37 pm - Story - 15,649 Hits

22. YWCA Northern New Jersey Kicks Off Employee Rights Campaign with Virtual Press Conference Featuring Leaders in Civil and Workplace Rights
... and Educational Videos to Empower Workers Hackensack, NJ - YWCA Northern New Jersey (YWCA NNJ) has launched a campaign to educate employees in New Jersey about their rights and legal protections in the workplace. ‘Know Your Employee Rights’ kicked off with a virtual press conference on Thursday, August 8th.
by post on 08/21/2024 12:38 pm - Story - 23,849 Hits

23. Green Days Ahead as Bergen Recognizes Earth Week
PARAMUS, N.J – Since the U.S. first recognized Earth Day in 1970, it has become the signature event encouraging global citizens to safeguard the planet. In celebration of Earth Day, Bergen Community College will hold a series of events under the theme of “Plant Forward” featuring Arbor Day plantings, tree ...
by post on 03/25/2024 07:28 pm - Story - 16,941 Hits

24. Lung Association Report: High Levels of Cancer-Causing Radon Gas Detected in about 10% of New Jersey Homes
During National Radon Action Month in January, the American Lung Association urges everyone to test their home for radon TRENTON – (January 2, 2024) – Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer and the “State of Lung Cancer” report reveals that it is detected at high levels ...
by post on 01/02/2024 08:09 am - Story - 24,169 Hits

25. Three Tips for for Keeping Lungs Healthier in 2024
TRENTON (December 28, 2023) –  As we end the holiday season and look to the start of the New Year, it’s a good time to consider resolutions that can help keep you and your family healthier.  The American Lung Association provides these tips for lung health:
by post on 12/28/2023 08:31 am - Story - 40,701 Hits