
Bergen County Celebrates the Completion of the Modernization of the Law and Public Safety Institute in Mahwah



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Hackensack NJ, on Thursday, Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco had the honor of speaking with Euy Whan Kim, the Consulate General of the Republic of Korea. Together, they enjoyed a positive and constructive dialogue about the importance of the Korean community and Bergen County. Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco stressed his continued interests in pursuing a business partnership between Bergen County and Korea.

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Bergenfield NJ, the 41st Annual Bergen County St. Patrick’s Day Parade was held in Bergenfield on Sunday, March 12, 2023.Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco said in Facebook post ,”Had a wonderful time marching down Washington Avenue yesterday for the annual Bergen County Saint Patrick’s Day Parade! Kudos to the Council of Irish Associations of Greater Bergen County, Inc for once again organizing a wonderful and festive event!”


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Mahwah NJ, Bergen County Office of Emergency Management is official. According to officials ,4 ambulances purchased ,inspections approved, and EMT’s hired. A soft rollout in progress with a dozen emergency calls answered . Bergen County Emergency Medical Services is now on the road assisting our EMS partners and municipalities answering emergencies throughout Bergen County! Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco and Commissioners cut the ribbon today to make this service go live.

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Ridgewood N J, the National Weather Service warns of Below Zero Wind Chills Friday night into Saturday Morning. “A dangerously cold air mass has settled over the region this
morning.”

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New Milford NJ, Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco celebrated the grand opening of Bergen New Bridge Medical Center’s second CareRite Now at the Shoprite of New Milford. These healthcare centers, conveniently placed in local Inserra supermarkets. According to the County Executive they represent Bergen New Bridge Medical’s continued commitment to bringing quality healthcare directly to the communities they serve.

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Paramus NJ, after a winter weather delay Bergen County’s Winter Wonderland and Christmas Tree lighting in Van Saun Park finally happened .
Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco ,It was truly a “Winter Wonderland ” in Van Saun County Park on Sunday as Bergen County’s Winter Wonderland hosted it’s annual tree lighting ceremony featuring Santa Claus, carols, holiday instrumental jazz from the Bergen County Academies Jazz band, and fresh snowfall! Thank you to all who came out on Sunday to attend this special celebration. Remember, Bergen County Winter Wonderland is open Fridays through Sunday from now until News Years Day!
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Project will rehabilitate former rail line into new, 11-acre public park
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Rutherford NJ, when I was a kid I would often go dirt bike riding on this rail strip ,now the Open Space Institute (OSI) and officials from Bergen County today announced the acquisition of a former rail corridor linking the communities of Rutherford and East Rutherford. Permanent protection of the 1.2-mile-long property is the first step in building an 11-acre public park in this densely populated area.
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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Mayor Susan Knudsen joined Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco, Bergen County Commissioner Germaine M. Ortiz , Bergen County Commissioner Mary Amoroso , Bergen County Commissioner Tom Sullivan , Bergen County Commissioner Tracy Silna Zur, Bergen County Commissioner Ramon M. Hache, Bergen County Commissioner Steve Tanelli and Congressman Josh Gotteimer in the rededication and the reopening of Wild Duck Pond in Saddle River County Park in Ridgewood!
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Lyndhurst NJ, the brand new Bergen County Rowing Center hosted it’s first completion, the Passaic Regatta, since opening last month. Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco joined the Passaic River Rowing Association for this important milestone . The county executive along with many of us is looking forward to the continued growth of competitive rowing here in Bergen County!
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Hackensack NJ, National POW/MIA Recognition Day is observed each year on the third Friday of September to recognize those who have been taken prisoner of war or gone missing in action in service to our country. May we all reflect on this solemn day their sacrifice for our nation and until every member of our military returns home, we hold them in our hearts and keep their loved ones in our thoughts and prayers.

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Ridgewood NJ, Feed the Frontlines, a collaborative initiative supported by the Healthbarn Foundation, the Ridgewood Chamber of Commerce, and the Bergen County Food Security Task Force, will soon be able to start another phase of operation thanks to the receipt of a new $1 million NJEDA grant to the Healthbarn Foundation! This is an incredible program where local restaurants provide nutritious hot meals to community pantries across Bergen County. This program is truly one of the best examples of county government, non-profit organizations, and small business teaming up to tackle an important issue in our community. To date, over 300,000 meals have been delivered pantries, providing the dignity of a hot meal from a local restaurant to families in need.

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Lyndhurst NJ,Ridgewood Crew board representatives and coaches joined Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco , Commissioner Ramon Hache for the ribbon cutting ceremony of the new Bergen County Rowing Center!
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