1. Kean University Graduates Receive Top Honors as Student Teachers
UNION, N.J. — Three recent Kean University graduates received the state’s highest awards for their work as student teachers during a ceremony held by the New Jersey Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (NJACTE) and the state Department of Education (NJDOE). 
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2. Bergen Cerullo Center Tops Two-Year Tutors
PARAMUS, N.J. – The Association for the Coaching and Tutoring Profession has selected the Bergen Community College Cerullo Learning Assistance Center to receive the “Learning Center of Excellence Award” for two-year institutions, recognizing it as the nation’s best among its peers. ACTP serves as a professional organization for academic coaches, student ...
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3. The Valley Hospital is Now Enrolling Qualified Patients in SPYRAL AFFIRM Clinical Study
PARAMUS, NJ, March 5, 2025 – The Valley Hospital is now enrolling patients in the SPYRAL AFFIRM Clinical Study, which evaluates the long-term safety, efficacy, and durability of the Medtronic Symplicity Spyral? Renal Denervation System – also known as the Symplicity blood pressure procedure – in patients with uncontrolled hypertension ...
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4. BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF PATERSON AND PASSAIC LAUNCHES FREE ACADEMIC TUTORING PROGRAM
Paterson, NJ – The Boys & Girls Club of Paterson and Passaic is excited to announce the launch of its Saturday Academic Tutoring Program for the new academic year.
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5. Diné Artist’s Work on View in Gallery Bergen
PARAMUS, N.J. – Explore the photography of Diné (Navajo Nation) artist Will Wilson, which intertwines the past, present and future of Indigenous cultural practices, with “Talking Tintypes: Examining the Portrayal of Native Americans” on view beginning Thursday, September 26 at 6 p.m. in Gallery Bergen, located in West Hall at ...
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6. Kean University Announces Education Partnership with 2024 HBCU NY Classic
UNION, N.J. — Kean University, the state’s urban research university, will serve as the New Jersey Education Partner for the 2024 HBCU NY Classic and host a series of events on its Union campus in advance of the annual football tradition in September. 
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7. The Artistic Trio Exhibits Their Artwork at The Gallery at West Side
RIDGEWOOD—Three friends who share a love of art – Lisa Hahn, Pat Smythe and Shantala Kaikini – have joined together to showcase their work at The Gallery at West Side Presbyterian Church for the month of November.
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8. Allendale Senior Living Residents and Local High Schoolers Prove Winning Combination at Virtual Reality Trivia Game
ALLENDALE, N.J. (Oct. 26, 2023) — Assisted living and skilled nursing residents at Allendale Senior Living and Allendale Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center teamed up with local high school students for a winning combination during the virtual reality Back-to-School Trivia Tournament recently held at the Bergen County continuum-of-care campus. The Allendale ...
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9. Kean University Trustees Chair Honored at 44th Annual News & Documentary Emmy Awards
UNION, N.J. — Steve Fastook ’H06, chair of the Kean University Board of Trustees, has been inducted into the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) prestigious Gold and Silver Circle, an honor society for the television industry.
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10. ‘U.S. News & World Report’ Ranks Kean University Among Top in Nation for Social Mobility
UNION, N.J. — Kean University is among the country’s top institutions of higher education in social mobility for students, ranking number 26 among national universities in the prestigious U.S. News & World Report 2023-2024 Best Colleges rankings.
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11. Jazz & Roots Music Festival at Kean Features Reggae, Fusion and Fun
UNION, N.J. — Kean University invites the public to its third annual Jazz & Roots Music Festival, a free, outdoor celebration of an eclectic variety of music, at Kean's main campus on Saturday, September 23.
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12. Local Artist Makes Her Debut at West Side Presbyterian Church
RIDGEWOOD—West Side Presbyterian Church is excited to welcome Bergen County artist Andrea Macaluso to The Gallery for the month of September!
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13. Kean University Student-Athlete Perseveres, Graduates Despite Personal Loss
UNION, N.J. — When Tymere Briggs-Perkins joined the Kean University football team as a freshman, the defensive lineman chose No. 90 for his team jersey, honoring his mother’s birthday on February 9.
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14. Commercial Burglary – Jewelry store in Paramus
On Thursday, March 23, 2023, at 3:48am, Paramus Police received an activation of a burglar alarm at the Jewelry Exchange, 275 State Highway #4 W/B, Paramus, NJ.
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15. Kean University Shares ‘Strength in Numbers’ at Mid-Year Convocation
UNION, N.J. — Pledging to “dig deeper, reach higher and recommit” to ensure success for all students, Kean University President Lamont O. Repollet, Ed.D. shared the University’s goals and progress in addressing equity gaps during his inaugural Mid-Year Convocation on Thursday, March 2.
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16. Northern New Jersey Community Foundation Names Leonardo Vazquez Executive Director
(Hackensack, New Jersey; February 23, 2023) – The Northern New Jersey Community Foundation's board of trustees  (NNJCF) announced the appointment of Leonardo Vazquez, AICP/PP as the organization's Executive Director.  Vazquez comes to NNJCF with more than 30 years of experience working as an urban planner, community economic development professional, creative ...
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17. Author James McBride to Give Distinguished Lecture at Kean University Feb. 9
UNION, N.J. — Award-winning author and screenwriter James McBride will speak about identity and inclusion on Thursday, February 9 as part of the President’s Distinguished Lecture Series at Kean University.
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18. Residential Burglary - Arrest
The Paramus Police Department announces the arrest of Nicolas Lozano Cortes, 25 yoa of Flushing, NY, Julian Santiago Cortes-Camelo, 22 yoa of West New York, NJ, Johan Felipe Medina, 22 yoa of Flushing, NY and Santiago Ortiz 22 yoa of Flushing, NY for burglary, resisting arrest, hindering apprehension and conspiracy ...
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19. Kean University Is First in NJ to Join National Moon Shot for Equity Partnership
UNION, N.J. — As part of a longstanding commitment to diversity and equity in higher education, Kean University announced today it is the first university in New Jersey to join Moon Shot for Equity, a national network of colleges and universities committed to eliminating equity gaps in higher education by ...
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20. Middle States Reaffirms Kean University Accreditation
UNION, N.J. — The Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) has reaffirmed Kean University’s accreditation following a two-year self-study process at New Jersey’s urban research university. 
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21. Retail Theft Crew - PARAMUS
The Paramus Police Department announces the arrest of T'kai Smokes-Davis 19 yoa, of West Orange, NJ, Nephihah Hamilton, 20 yoa of Newark, NJ and Andrew Estrada,18 yoa, of Flanders, NJ for Organized Retail Theft at the Ski Barn, 846 State Highway #17 north, Paramus.
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22. Kean University Chosen to Pilot New College Admissions Tool
UNION, N.J. — Kean University is one of 14 colleges and universities across the country taking part in a pilot program for college admissions that helps level the playing field for prospective students, especially minority and first-generation students.
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23. Actor Holly Taylor Helps Kean University Professor Launch Latest Book
UNION, N.J. — Kean University Distinguished Professor Robin Landa’s 25th book was launched with celebrity cachet this month when her former student, Kean graduate and television star Holly Taylor hosted an Instagram Live session for her 109,000 followers.
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24. WNBA Hall of Famer Chamique Holdsclaw Speaks at Kean University Mental Health Summit
UNION, N.J. — WNBA All Star Chamique Holdsclaw spoke at a Mental Health Summit at Kean University recently, telling community leaders, care providers and Kean students, “we’re here to normalize the conversation about mental health.”
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25. Ender Legacy Continues at College
PARAMUS, N.J. – In memory of departed Bergen Community College professor Robert Neil Ender, and in recognition of his family’s legacy of philanthropy at the institution in his memory, the College has renamed its math and science tutoring center in his honor.
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