Author: Cheryl De Leon
How To Donate Blood In New Jersey
Blood banks and hospitals all over the country are running low on donations. Find out how to help—and who qualifies—in Bergen County.
5 Super Bowl Snack Alternatives
Give your football party’s menu an international twist by serving these unconventional yet always enjoyable game-day dishes.
7 Ways To Celebrate Black History Month In Bergen County
From discussions to health fairs to a dance party, there are lots of ways to pay tribute to our county’s Black community this February.
Have A Heart!
And keep it hearty. A Hackensack-based cardiologist offers tips for your ticker.
Outdoor Cats, Endangered Birds
Charming as furry felines can be, they have a natural appetite for winged creatures. Can Bergen County handle the inevitable clash?
A New Kind Of School Sports
Esports, “or electronic sports,” has been around for years, but it’s gaining new fans—and players—in Bergen County. Does your kid’s high school have an esports league?
Big Steaks, Big Game
A Philly native who now lives in Glen Rock brought—what else?—homemade cheesesteaks to the viewing party, where he watched the Eagles clinch a spot in the Super Bowl.
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Bergen New Bridge Medical Center Brings Healthcare To Local Supermarkets
Bergen New Bridge Medical Center has established CareRite Now.
5 Fun Ways To Spend Valentine’s Day
Everyone appreciates chocolate and flowers, but your special someone will love you more after a fun and memorable date night.
5 Charcuterie Boards To Inspire Your Super Bowl Bash
Pizza and wings are great, but the meats, cheeses and more in these arrangements will win over every fan.
6 Must-Have Items For National Wear Red Day
Show off your style and support women’s heart health with new red accessories and attire.
Happy Little Shopper
A Midland Park toddler is all smiles strolling the aisles at a local store.
4 New Chicken Joints To Check Out In Bergen County
What came first, the chicken or the egg? We’ll never know the answer—all we know is that right now, eggs are expensive, and chicken is moderately priced. So, why not eat more chicken?
Hit The Slopes At These 5 Ski Resorts
Skiers and snowboarders can shred at these facilities, where there’s no shortage of snow this season.
3 New Bergen Coffee Shops To Get You Through January
These cups of joe will get you through the month and then some.
A New Mom’s New Workout
A fitness guru and mom from Teaneck shows that even a new baby is no excuse not to get a workout in.
5 Events To Check Out This Weekend
Whether you’re looking for good food, great music or just a laugh, there’s something for everyone taking place in Bergen County.
5 Chinese Restaurants To Try In Bergen County
Celebrate the Lunar New Year this weekend with family, friends—and a delicious feast!
Cheer For Your Team At These 6 Sports Bars
Root, root, root for the home team—and nosh on great eats—at one of Bergen County’s spirited sports bars.
Benny Takes The Bone
This Mini Schnauzer from Cresskill hit the rawhide jackpot when his owner brought him home a tomahawk bone from River Palm Terrace.
5 Ways To Honor Martin Luther King Jr. In Bergen County
These events, speakers, workshops and more will pay tribute to the Civil Rights leader on MLK weekend.
Bergen’s Got Talent
Outdoor ice time at Allendale’s Celery Farm turns into a figure skating showcase.
Skating In A Winter Wonderland
The Holmgren family continues their ice skating tradition at Van Saun Park.
Hit The Ice At These 5 Bergen Rinks
Ice skating—indoors and out—is the perfect winter activity for friends and family.
Clothing Sales To Shop In January 2023
From big-box retailers to local boutiques, these stores’ sales are still going strong into the new year.
Meet North Jersey’s First Babies Of 2023
These six newborns made their grand entrances shortly after the clock struck midnight on Jan. 1.
Know Your Breast Cancer Risk
A Valley Hospital oncologist urges women to learn more about their bodies—and families—to guard against this disease.
Your Mind Matters
Mental health affects physical health. You always figured that, but—as a recent women’s wellness event revealed—you didn’t know the half of it.
Hungry For Perfection
Eating disorders were on the rise—then the pandemic made the problem worse. But therapy and family support can help.
Beat 4 Winter Blues
You should know these exposure-related cold-weather dangers — and what to do about them.
Your Body: A Head To Toe Guide
More than the sum of your parts? Of course you are. But a part-by-part check can't hurt.
5 Ugly Sweater Events To Check Out In Bergen
Here are five events in Bergen County to show off your finest ugliest holiday garb.
A Choreographed Christmas
The Kim family of Harrington Park really gets into the holiday spirit with a festive Christmas dance contest.
Where To See Christmas Lights In Bergen County
The holiday spirit is big and bright at these neighborhood homes and businesses.
Gift Guide ’22: There’s A Book For Everyone
New or used, best-seller or classic, hardcover or paperback—a good book found under the tree or stuffed in a stocking will give a smile to anyone.
Gift Guide ’22: Christmas Ornaments Are Perfect For Everyone
Whether they’re made of hand-blown glass, canvas or other material, these keepsakes are ideal for the season of giving.
Sitting With Santa In River Edge
Who says the kids must have all the fun? These River Edge parents posed with Santa during their town’s tree lighting—and luckily, the pic is pre-teen approved.
5 Places To Donate Toys In Bergen County
The people on your list aren’t the only ones who deserve a gift this season. Consider a donation to a local toy drive and put a smile on someone else’s face.
13 Hanukkah 2022 Menorah Lightings In Bergen County
Plan the first few nights of Hanukkah with these community-wide lightings and events.
6 Drive-Thru Light Shows + Pro Help For Home Displays
These half-dozen drive-through holiday displays (one here in Bergen) are worth the drive to nearby counties. Plus, check out three Bergen-based companies that will install a light display at your home.
Take Photos With Santa At These Bergen Malls
Deck the malls! Here’s where to get photos with Santa and enjoy more festive fun at Bergen County’s five shopping centers.
Kid’s Cooking Up Something Good!
Chef Lala helps prepare Thanksgiving dinner for her family.
Leftover Pumpkins? Donate Them!
Bergenites collect uncarved, unpainted pumpkins to feed farm animals.
Building A Stronger Community
Monmouth Medical Center receives a federal grant to continue battling food insecurity within the service area.
Making The Grade
MMC earns highest score for patient safety from The Leapfrog Group for the 16th straight year.
Spine Surgery Is A Family Affair
‘Dr. P’ helps mom, dad and daughter get back on their feet again—and they continue to travel from their Florida home for follow ups at MMC.
Monmouth Medical Center Delivers Excellence In Maternity Care
The hospital receives a host of national recognitions for the quality of its childbirth care.
Nutrition For Athletes
A new sports nutrition program at CBMC helps athletes meet their dietary and body composition goals through individualized counseling, community outreach and education.
Taking The Stress Out Of Breast Screening
The Same Day Breast Imaging Results Program at CBMC means patients obtain their screening mammogram results while they wait, and may undergo any additional imaging if necessary.
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