1. Bergen Grads Scale “the Rock” in Signature Sendoff
NEWARK, N.J. – Nearly 1,100 members of the Bergen Community College class of 2026 rocked the Prudential Center during the institution’s 57th annual commencement exercises on May 15. Joined by thousands of faculty, staff, family, friends and special guests, the class featured students such as valedictorian Alexie Kotfisz. During her ...
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2. BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS IN NEW JERSEY PROUDLY ANNOUNCES 2026 NEW JERSEY YOUTH OF THE YEAR FINALISTS
Fifteen exceptional Boys & Girls Club teen leaders to compete for the prestigious New Jersey State and Military Youth of the Year titles on May 12 Honorees are creating meaningful change in their communities while preparing for careers in fields such as law, engineering, education, healthcare, technology, and more
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3. 30 YEARS OF IMPACT: RUSS BERRIE MAKING A DIFFERENCE AWARD HONORS 30 UNSUNG HEROES, INCLUDING 15 GEN Z HONOREES
Russell Berrie Foundation Celebrates Honorees at 30th Annual Ceremony, Highlights a Legacy That Lives on Through the Next Generation 
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4. Wegmans Announces Release of its 2025 Impact Report
Rochester, NY – Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. has released its 2025 Impact Report, sharing the various ways the company makes a difference for its customers, communities, and employees. The report is available at https://www.wegmans.com/impact-report.
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5. RCC and Ramapo College of New Jersey Partner to Support Bachelor’s Degree Completion
[Rockland County, NY] April 13, 2026 – Rockland Community College (RCC) in Suffern, NY, and Ramapo College of New Jersey (RCNJ) in Mahwah, NJ, have signed a transfer agreement to provide RCC students with a direct pathway to a bachelor’s degree.
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6. Allendale Senior Living Resident Isabelle Magna Celebrates 102nd Birthday Inspiring Centenarian Honored by Residents and Staff
ALLENDALE, N.J. (March 10, 2026) – At 102 years young, Isabelle Magna is still turning heads. The Allendale Senior Living resident was recently honored with a festive birthday party – joined by staff and fellow residents – that celebrated the centenarian’s remarkable life filled with love, adventure and extraordinary talent.
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7. Helena Theurer Donates $10 Million Gift to Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine to Establish Endowed Scholarship Fund
Nutley, NJ – January 14, 2026 – The future of medicine just received a monumental boost. The Hackensack Meridian Health Foundation today announced a record-breaking $10 million donation from philanthropist Helena Theurer to the Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine.
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8. Reham Shaaban, DO, Named Chief Academic Officer for Valley Health System
PARAMUS, NJ, January 13, 2026 – Valley Health System is pleased to announce the appointment of Reham Shaaban, DO, to the role of Chief Academic Officer for Valley Health System.
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9. Bergen Gala Raises Over $200,000 for Scholarships
PARAMUS, N.J. – The Bergen Community College Foundation hosted its inaugural “Scholarship Gala” on December 3 at The Venetian in Garfield, raising more than $200,000 for student scholarships. Over 300 community leaders, elected officials, donors, faculty, staff, alumni and students attended the organization’s signature fundraising event that recognized Port Authority ...
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10. Northern New Jersey Community Foundation Awards Grant to Paramus-Based CancerCare
(December 17, 2025; 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, 2025. 
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11. Bergen Student Honored by HACU
PARAMUS, N.J. – Bergen Community College student Salome Jimenez has received the $5,000 Health Care Scholars United Scholarship from the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU).
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12. Alumna Joins Bergen Board of Trustees
PARAMUS, N.J. – After election by her peers, Bergen Community College alumna Ourania Nassis Rahman (’25) has joined the institution’s Board of Trustees as alumni representative. Rahman took the oath of office at the governing panel’s November 25 meeting.
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13. 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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14. Valley Health System and WMI Partner to Host International Scholar Ambassadors
PARAMUS, NJ – Valley Health System and Wells Mountain Initiative (WMI) are proud to announce a partnership supporting the 2025 WMI Scholar Ambassadors, distinguished medical professionals who are making exceptional contributions in their communities around the world.
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15. Heroes Wanted: 5K Supports Student Veterans
PARAMUS, N.J. – Lace up your sneakers and step with purpose for Bergen Community College’s tenth annual “Hero 5K” on Sunday, November 2 at the College’s main campus, 400 Paramus Road, Paramus. All proceeds will directly support Bergen military student veteran scholarships, housing, tuition, books and emergency needs.
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16. Joey’s Little Angels Contributes $10,000 to the Sharing Network Foundation in Memory of Daniel Haas
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ — Joey’s Little Angels, a nonprofit founded in memory of Joseph Thomas “Joey” Angiolino of Hamilton, has contributed $10,000 to the Sharing Network Foundation in honor of Daniel Haas of West Windsor, a Notre Dame High School graduate whose organ donations saved six lives.
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17. 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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18. 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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19. SECOND PHASE OF THE HAZEL IN JERSEY CITY REACHES 95% LEASED
Signature Rental Building Strengthens Bergen-Lafayette’s Arrival As a Standout Jersey City Neighborhood
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20. Student Scholars Shine at Beacon Conference
PARAMUS, N.J. – Recognizing excellence in community college student scholarship, Bergen Community College hosted the 33rd annual installment of the Beacon Conference at its main campus on June 6. A collaborative of 15 mid-Atlantic community colleges, of which Bergen remains a charter member, have partnered to organize the event since ...
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21. Local High School Students Awarded Scholarships for Advocacy and Support of Organ and Tissue Donation and Transplantation
(NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ) – Twelve New Jersey high school students were awarded scholarships from the Sharing Network Foundation for their passion and dedication to raising awareness of organ and tissue donation and transplantation. The 2025 graduates were presented with their scholarship awards at NJ Sharing Network’s headquarters in New Providence.
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22. Foundation Awards Scholarships to 237 Students
PARAMUS, N.J. – Last month, the Bergen Community College Foundation awarded $187,750 in scholarships to 237 students for the upcoming fall semester. The 501(c)(3) nonprofit charitable organization recognized the scholarship awardees during an afternoon ceremony at the College on May 1.
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23. 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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24. GSS 2023 Class
GSS 2023 Class: The 2022-2023 class of Governor’s STEM Scholars at the STEM in Government conference held on Saturday, October 29, 2022 at the Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy at Rutgers University
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Barbara Drake, mother of Darren Drake, presented Anthony Scrivanich with the Northern New Jersey Community Foundation's Darren Drake Memorial Fund's 2022 scholarship award. Photo Credit: Jimmy Drake
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