Author: Anastasiia Chokhliad

Doing Good

Doing Good in Bergen County

Whether they’re helping a hero dog and her owner or preparing lunches for homeless families, Bergenites find ways to make others smile.
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Toddler Time

A Westwood tot enjoys a chocolate donut freshly baked and hand-picked from Abma’s Farm in Wyckoff.
Meatballs

Meatballs Better Than Mom’s?

OK, no one beats Mom’s recipe, but we know five Bergen County restaurants that can contend for the Best Italian Meatballs title.
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Check Out Their New Digs

Forget snow angels and forts—a pair of Edgewater kids dig a traditional Japanese Kamakura to escape from winter woes.
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What to Do This Weekend

It’s last call for these family-friendly and COVID-safe activities happening in Bergen County. A great excuse to get out of the house!
Young Woman Getting Vaccinated

COVID-19: What’s the Latest?

There are constant headlines as it relates to COVID and the vaccine here in Bergen County, so it’s hard to keep track of it all. Here’s what you need to know right now.
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Cool as Ice

A Rutherford family gets front-row seats to the hottest hockey rink in town.
Mardi Gras

Mardi Gras Grub… at Home

Though you might’ve been stuck in New Jersey for Fat Tuesday 2021, you can still enjoy the traditional eats of Mardi Gras season any day of the year in Bergen County.
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Pet Adoption Gets Frisky

As the coronavirus keeps folks at home and limits contact with friends, more of us are seeking out companions of the maskless, four-legged kind.
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Think Outside the Boxing

With "smart" technology, you needn’t be Rocky to develop a home workout routine that packs a punch.
Healthier Heart

A Healthier Heart

Frequent checkups can help patients with a serious cardiac condition stay on top of their health.
Proud Partnership

Proud Partnership

MMC, Monmouth University provide healthcare education at new simulation lab and learning center.
Pet Adoption

Pet Adoption Gets Frisky

As the coronavirus keeps folks at home and limits contact with friends, more of us are seeking out companions of the maskless, four-legged kind.
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Think Outside the Boxing

With "smart" technology, you needn’t be Rocky to develop a home workout routine that packs a punch.
Rahul V. Pawar, M.d. 11/16/20 Photo By John O'boyle

New Year, New Board Member

An attending physician at Saint Barnabas Medical Center goes full circle by joining the Board of Trustees at his “hometown hospital.”
Human Pancreas

Taking Charge of Pancreatic Cysts

The Medical Center’s new Pancreatic Cyst Surveillance Program uses top-notch technology—and a multidisciplinary team of doctors—to evaluate a pancreatic cyst before it becomes cancerous.
Beautiful Happy Black Haired Woman Taking Off Medical Antiviral Mask.

COVID CARE for the Long Haul

The new Post-COVID CARE Program at Saint Barnabas Medical Center offers individualized care for those experiencing lingering coronavirus symptoms.
A Plate Of Chocolate Dipped Strawberries

Sweets for Your Sweetheart

Life is like a box of chocolates, but you can make it more interesting on V-Day with unique treats from Bergen’s best sweet shops.
Writing Letter

The Write Time

Your email inbox has unread messages, but a hand-written letter rarely goes untouched. Here are ways you can revive this dying art.
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Break the Ice

A half dozen guys from the Ridgewood High School ice hockey team posed for this photo while practicing at the Celery Farm.
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Alexis L. Parcells, MD

As a female plastic surgeon and mother to two daughters, Dr. Parcells is passionate about advocating for women’s health and empowerment.
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Susan Hordych

Susan’s story is a “sweet” one no matter how you stir the pot. In high school, Susan worked part-time in a candy shop where she was introduced to her future husband and the two loves of her life ultimately came to be.
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Tanya L. Freeman, ESQ.

Tanya L. Freeman is a partner and the chair of the family law department at Weiner Law Group LLP.
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Jenny Lee Pizzo

After 23 years in the beauty industry—as a stylist, cosmetology school owner and director and salon owner—Jenny Lee knows the importance of a luxury experience and she delivers.
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Michelle Dlugosz, DMD

With 25+ years in the dental field, Dr. Dlugosz delivers gentle dental care for the entire family.
Pet Adoption

Pet Adoption Gets Frisky

As the coronavirus keeps folks at home and limits contact with friends, more Bergenites seek out companions of the maskless, four-legged kind.