Author: Cheryl De Leon
Curtain Call: See Bergen’s High School Musicals
Catch a rising star and watch the best student actors, singers and dancers as they perform on stage.
Winter Wellness: 4 Tips To Stay Strong This Season
All this cold getting you down? Two Bergen doctors offer advice to feel good even when the weather is bad.
Hungry Eyes
Meelo the Pomsky of Leonia gets the birthday meal that every good boy deserves.
18 Ideas For A Presidents’ Day Staycation
No plans for the long weekend? The best music, shows, daytrips and more are at your fingertips in Bergen County.
4 Love Stories That Share Valentine’s Day Spirit
Romance is in the air! Bergen County couples tell us how love found them.
Diets—And Their Downsides
Want to lose weight? Here are seven popular plans—and a doctor’s view of the pluses and minuses of each.
Advice on Gut Health
Gastrointestinal problems are unpleasant to discuss and even more unpleasant to suffer. Here, two doctors from our area answer questions about them.
‘How Love Found Us’
12 Bergenites tell their stories of meeting the partner who turned out to be marriage material.
5 Ideas For A Fun Valentine’s Day
Dinner with your special someone is a given, but there’s plenty to do afterward in Bergen on Feb. 14.
Keeping The Rhythm
An accomplished Maywood drummer gets some practice in.
What’s Bergen’s Best Slice?
Here are 11 great options for delicious pizza in Bergen. But which one will take home the prize?
5 Different Foods For Your Super Bowl Bash
We love pizza and wings, but new and tasty flavors are always welcome too.
12 Restaurants Hosting Valentine’s Day Dinner
Wine and dine with your special someone at one of Bergen’s romantic hotspots.
Shoulder Guards
These two Ramsey kittens always have the perfect view.
7 Events That’ll Warm Your Winter
This weekend in Bergen is packed with laughs, music, movies and more!
Watch Oscar Nominees At These Bergen Theaters
Still haven’t seen all the contenders for Best Picture or Best Actor? These local movie theaters can provide.
Practical Wow
The brand-new house had every possibility, but its look was blah. It was time for the homeowners to make it their own—functional, but also startling.
This Season Of The Heart
Winter brings cardiac risks that call for special prudence, two Monmouth doctors explain.
A Kitchen That Fits
In Ridgewood, this vital room had cabinets too low and an oven too small for comfortable cooking. But that was before.
Are We All Lonely?
These days people hunger for connection, and their very health could be at stake. Happily, there are ways to beat the epidemic of isolation, but it takes effort.
This Season Of The Heart
Winter brings cardiac risks that call for special prudence, two Bergen doctors explain.
Cold Play
A family in Mahwah enjoys a magical, moonlit snowy evening.
Soup Recipes To Warm Up Winter
Savor the creamy texture of these dishes—and find out where some of Bergen’s tastiest soups are served.
8 Activities That’ll Make You Forget It’s Cold
Cabin fever? Get out of the house and enjoy winter fun at these Bergen happenings.
Kitty Co-Pilot
A great navigator he is not, but this Fair Lawn kitten sure is cute!
5 Ways To Continue Martin Luther King Jr.’s Legacy
Bergen County celebrates MLK’s spirit with film screenings, service projects, interfaith gatherings and much more.
Laugh Out Loud At These 5 Bergen Comedy Shows
Feeling those winter blues? Laughter is the best medicine.
6 Events To Ring In Lunar New Year
Celebrate the Year of the Snake with festivals full of dances, songs and cultural activities.
Advice On Gut Health
Gastrointestinal problems are unpleasant to discuss and even more unpleasant to suffer. Here, a Monmouth doc explains them.
DIETS —And Their Downsides
Want to shed pounds in the New Year? Here are seven popular plans—and a doctor’s view of the pulses and minuses of each.
How To Thrive In ’25
For a healthy new year, don’t just ignore that medical issue that’s been worrying you— get it checked out. Here’s the lowdown on a dozen such concerns.
DIETS—And Their Downsides
Want to shed pounds in the New Year? Here are seven popular plans and a doctor’s view of the pluses and minuses of each.
2 Show-stopping Recipes For Holiday Dinner
Baked ham and roast turkey are great, but these dishes can add a new sweet-and-savory taste to the table.
Spreading Joy
Music is this Wood-Ridge pianist’s life, and he uses it to reach out to others and share holiday cheer.
9 Eateries That Can Help With Hanukkah
Struggling to fill your holiday menu? These Bergen spots will cater your celebration with kosher food that’s just as good as homemade.
10 Festive Events For Everyone This Weekend
Need a break from holiday shopping and cooking? These events are filled with family-friendly fun.
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bergenPAC Season Recap And Look Ahead
The 20th anniversary season kicked off with some of the most iconic headliners in the organization’s history.
A Very Lucky Meeting
This Park Ridge pup is his person’s “perfect” match—though he got to her in an unconventional way.
14 Bergen Shops To Find The Perfect Present
Still looking for something special? There’s a gift for everyone on your list at these local stores.
Where To See Christmas Lights In Bergen County
Catch the spirit of the season at these merry and bright holiday displays.
How Sweet It Is
Sugar is tasty, tempting— and potential trouble. A Monmouth dietitian explains when to tell yourself “no.”
Treating You Like Family
For 50 years, Red Bank-based fashion retailer Garmany has thrived on providing a first-class customer experience.
A Team Cooks Up A Kitchen
A Wyckoff couple had many ideas for making their most important room both beautiful and functional. So did a smart designer and other pros.
Where Charity Begins
Bergen is a county of givers, and many of the organizations they support are home-grown.
Advice On Gut Health
Gastrointestinal problems are unpleasant to discuss and even more unpleasant to suffer. Here, a Bergen doc explains them.
Black Friday Steals And Deals
Walk off the big meal and start your holiday shopping at these Bergen County stores.
Turning Back Time
In Paramus, a whole family enjoyed a day of fun—and Dad relived his childhood.
9 Bergen Events To Jumpstart The Holidays
Looking for some seasonal fun for the entire family? Check out festivals, music and amazing lights all over Bergen.
5 Tips For A Healthier Thanksgiving
Feel full and feel good with a few simple food swaps on Turkey Day.
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