Emerson Borough Council Makes Notable Land Purchase and Appoints New Land Use Board Member

Overview: The Emerson Borough Council made significant strides at its regular meeting on June 13th, 2023, purchasing valuable land and appointing new personnel to pivotal roles in the community.

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.

Emerson School Board Meeting Showcases Stellar Student Achievements, Marks Historic Baseball Milestone

Overview: In a recent meeting brimming with notable recognitions and critical discussions, the Emerson School Board celebrated numerous student achievements while acknowledging a landmark achievement for the Emerson baseball team: a thousand program wins.

Emerson Council Rejects Affidavit Amid Development Litigation; Local Boy Becomes Mayor for the Day

Overview: In a recent Emerson Borough Council meeting that saw a young boy appointed Mayor for the Day and the unveiling of various community initiatives, a significant development emerged regarding local planning and development issues. The council debated and ultimately rejected an affidavit from a former mayor, illuminating ongoing tensions in the borough’s development landscape.

Tensions Surface Over Faculty Contracts, STEM Funding at BCC

Overview: The most recent Board of Trustees meeting at Bergen Community College (BCC), held on May 9, 2023, brought to the forefront crucial issues surrounding faculty contracts and STEM program funding, casting a shadow over the institution’s significant achievements.