Bergen County Honors Lifesavers, Unveils Resilient Budget Amid Inflation Pressures

Overview: The recent Bergen County Board of Commissioners meeting served as an occasion to honor several community heroes while grappling with the pressing issues of economic inflation and fiscal responsibility.

Bergen Community College Unveils Inclusive Growth Strategy, Honors Founding Faculty Member

Overview: The Bergen Community College Board of Trustees recently held a poignant session, where they unveiled a comprehensive diversity, equity, and inclusion plan while paying tribute to a founding faculty member who recently passed away, Professor Morrow Marzaco.

Hackensack City Council Grapples with Park Renovations

Overview: In a contentious Hackensack City Council meeting, the spotlight centered on the delay and controversies surrounding the renovation of local parks, with city officials addressing various community concerns about public space improvements, racial discrimination, and public safety.

Food Security Crisis Looms Large Over Bergen County Commissioners’ Meeting

Overview: As the Bergen County Board of Commissioners convened recently, one issue emerged as a stark reminder of the challenges facing the community: a burgeoning food security crisis. In their deliberations, the commissioners expressed deep concern over the escalating situation, the numbers of food-insecure individuals surpassing even those recorded during the pandemic peak.

Hackensack Struggles to Select School Board Member

Overview: In a recent Hackensack School Board meeting, a contentious debate regarding the selection of a new board member took center stage, alongside insightful discussions of innovative education strategies and academic achievements.