Ramsey School Board Champions ‘Governance Mindset,’ Innovative Assessment Strategies Amid Public Concerns

Overview: In a pivotal meeting of the Ramsey School Board, numerous topics, from strategic planning to innovative assessment techniques, were discussed. Yet the central theme revolved around the critical balance between the roles of the board and the superintendent, the heart of what was termed a “governance mindset.”

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.

A New Dawn for Ramsey’s Emergency Services: Aging Building to Give Way to State-of-the-Art Facility

Overview: In a bold move towards community safety and accessibility, Ramsey Borough Council, led by Mayor Deirdre Dylan, has embarked on a transformative project. The centerpiece of the project: a new Emergency Services building to replace the existing structure, plagued by structural, operational, and compliance issues, as per a recent council meeting.

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.

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.