Bergen Vocational School Board Highlights Wellness Initiatives, Student Achievements, and Community Collaborations

Overview: At the recent Regular Public Meeting of the Bergen Vocational School Board, held on August 30, 2023, an array of district highlights were showcased, with special emphasis on the “Navigating Success Through Wellness” initiative and several significant student and district accolades.

County Board Approves Funds for Emergency Repairs at Bergen County Justice Center

Overview: In a recent convergence of the Bergen County Board of Commissioners, a myriad of pressing issues and community proposals were brought to the fore, with the emergency condition at the Bergen County Justice Center emerging as the focal point of discussions.

Westwood School Board Meeting Exposes Divides over Parental Rights, Grapples with Union Scrutiny

Overview: In a recent heated meeting of the Westwood School Board, debates underscored existing tensions and disparate viewpoints among board members, educators, and community members. The meeting revolved around scrutiny the board faces from the Westwood Education Association (WEA), the introduction of a contentious parental rights policy, and deliberations over alterations to the fifth-grade health curriculum.

Fire Department Seeks Increased Clothing Allowance Amid Budget Underutilization

Overview: In a recent Washington Town Council meeting, a significant portion of the discussion centered on the fire department’s request for an increase in the clothing allowance for several high-ranking positions, including the chief, deputy chief, and battalion chief. Battalion Chief Frank Aiello spearheaded the presentation, emphasizing the department’s history of budget underspend and the need to align the allowances with those of neighboring towns.

Bergen Community College Board of Trustees Honors Late Steve Paulino with Scholarship

Overview: In a Bergen Community College Board of Trustees meeting held on September 6, 2023, members united in mourning and honoring the life and legacy of the late Steve Paulino, a former board member who served from November 2019 until his passing earlier this year. Alongside this, the board navigated discussions on new collaborations, celebrated student achievements, and steered the course for institutional accreditation.