Author: Cheryl De Leon

On 9/11, A Family Gives Back

TV reporter Jen Maxfield has seen more than enough tragedy to make her grateful for her Bergen County life. So each year she helps her kids reap the rewards of helping others.

Pure Happiness At H Mart

This toddler is all smiles on a quick trip to the Asian supermarket, proof that even the mundane task of grocery shopping can be a good time.

Back on Two Feet

A Middletown woman is walking pain-free again thanks to a pair of total knee replacement surgeries at Monmouth Medical Center's Joint Replacement Center

A New Breath On Life

Thanks to the Zephyr Valve Procedure—offered only at CBMC in New Jersey—patients with severe respiratory disease can breathe better and get their life back.

A Teen Effort: Supporting Cancer Care

Through community support, Comfort Project 360 enhances the patient experience at The Cancer Center at Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center. The annual Reason to Walk gets Gen Z involved too.

Major Surgery, Custom-Made

An active, 57-year-old medical salesman got his life back after knee replacement surgery at The Joint Institute at Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center. The keys to his success? A fantastic surgeon, a great attitude—and an innovative knee implant fitted just for him.

Teens Speak Their Minds

A chat with 11 high school seniors-to-be yields thoughts about vaping, cheating, learning online and having to compete for those precious slots at the college of one’s choice.

To Mask—Or Not To Mask

With most mandates now rescinded, Bergen residents must decide on their own whether to use face coverings—and where. Here’s some expert advice.

Making A Splash

When the heat is on, young Maximus knows exactly how to cool off at his Mahwah home.

Best Game In Town

5-year-old twin sisters Marley and Navalli Schechter pick up some backgammon pointers from their “teachers.”

All Their Ducks In A Row

After a long practice at Overpeck Park and weeks of prep work, the Saddle River Day School crew team is off to its next stop: a big regatta this weekend in Philadelphia.

7 Outdoor Activities We Love

Our county is packed with green grass, great waterways and open spaces where you can soak up fresh air. So slather on some sunscreen and enjoy Mother Nature!

Back To Life

Monmouth Medical Center’s renowned Joint Replacement and Spine Center gives patients a new lease on life.

You Have The Power

Fitness expert and Peloton pro Robin Arzón brings a message to match the positive energy of Monmouth Medical Center’s Power of Pink fundraiser.

Subtly Coastal

In Long Branch, a designer proves that a seaside aesthetic needn’t mean beach overreach.

5 Outdoor Activities We Love

Our counties are packed with green grass, scenic waterways and open spaces where you can soak up fresh air. Head out and enjoy the great outdoors!

All Decked Out

A Summit family sought to make their outdoor structure more spacious without sacrificing a beloved backyard—or a certain tree.