Friday, May 3, 2013
Local legislators host discussion on public safety, gun violence prevention featuring guest speaker from the Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence.
Continuing with the ongoing discussion on public safety and gun violence prevention, local state legislators invite the public to attend a special screening of a film based on a survivor of the Virginia Tech massacre and a post-film discussion at Bergen Community College on May 7. “Living for 32,” is a portrait of Colin Goddard, his account of the terror he and his classmates endured and his journey in telling his story to America. On that horrific day, April 16, 2007, a gunman entered Norris Hall education building on the campus of Virginia Tech killing 32 and wounding 17 in a mere 11 minutes. “Living for 32 will help to illustrate the harsh reality we face as a result of senseless acts of gun violence taking place all over America,” …
Sunday, April 7, 2013
County executive's former campaign manager offers free public relations help to Bergen Community College.
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Sunday, April 7
The decision by Alan Marcus and The Marcus Group to withdraw their $90,000 contract with Bergen Community College was the appropriate course of action given the County Executive’s past practice of weeding out unnecessary and wasteful spending. However the decision by Mr. Marcus to offer “free” consultation services regarding upcoming labor negotiations is equally disturbing. When does a public agency or in this case a county school board take collective bargaining tips from a public relations executive? Doesn’t Bergen Community College have on retainer legal counsel to handle such matters? The withdrawal of this contract does not cause harm to the institution as suggested, but it saves taxpayers $90,000 on something that wasn’t needed or …
Wednesday, March 20, 2013
Host of regional employers planned at job fair Thursday
Whether it is employment your looking for, or career coaching, Bergen County is hosting a Job Fair and Career Resource Event on Thursday, March 21 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Pitkin Education Center at Bergen Community College. According to a release by County Executive Kathleen Donovan, this fair will have a targeted focus on regional manufacturers who are looking for both entry level and skilled, talented employees. Participating employers include: Affinity Health, Cintas Corporation, Holy Name Hospital, Macy's, Stryker, Hertz Corporation, Crestron Electronics, Home Depot, National Manufacturing, Party Rental, Ltd., Triangle Manufacturing, Versa Products Company, Whole Foods Market, Stauff Corporation, New Jersey Transit, Paul Davis …
Saturday, January 19, 2013
High school students from around Northern New Jersey spent all-day Friday at Bergen Community College learning the benefits and options of a STEM career
Leaders from President Obama to Warren Buffett have stressed the need to educate more American students in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) fields in order to keep America competitive in the global economy. On Friday afternoon, Bergen Community College hosted its first annual Teen STEM Day to offer Northern New Jersey high school students the opportunity to learn about different career paths. The day-long conference had students attend hands-on workshops which demonstrated how industries use science, technology, engineering and math to answer the needs and demands of daily living. "Having this conference shows the excellence in STEM subjects that has made American a leader," Dr. Judith Fitzpatrick of Bergen Community …
Tuesday, October 23, 2012
The League of Women Voters hosted a debate at Bergen Community College featuring the candidates for Bergen County Freeholder on Tuesday afternoon
For all of the differences on party platforms, the four candidates for Bergen County Freeholder: Republican’s Freeholder Robert Hermansen (Mahwah) and former Mayor Margaret Watkins (River Edge) with Democrats Councilman Steven Tanelli (North Arlington) and Tracy Silna Zur (Franklin Lakes), showed they are more alike than many have realized during Tuesday afternoon’s debate at Bergen Community College. From questions on consolidating the Bergen County Police and Sheriff’s Departments to tightening the Pay-to-Play ordinance and making sure to keep Bergen Regional Medical Center, the candidates touted similar ideas on how to best move the County forward for the benefit of taxpayers. Consolidation While the Freeholders voted down an ordinance …
Wednesday, September 12, 2012
Shop the craft sale at Copper Tree Mall on Friday and Saturday or take part in the annual Mutts Marathon at Bergen Community College to benefit the animals of the Ramapo-Bergen Animal Refuge.
Love animals? This weekend there are plenty of fun opportunities to take part in that will directly benefit the animals of the Ramapo-Bergen Animal Refuge, Inc., a no-kill animal shelter based in Oakland. On Friday and Saturday, Sept. 14 and 15, RBARI will host a gift and craft sale at the Copper Tree Mall in Oakland. All proceeds will directly benefit the animals at the shelter. The sale runs from 9 a.m. to 9 pm. on Friday and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday. On Sunday dog lovers from all over the county can bring their four-legged friends to Bergen Community College in Paramus to take part in the eighth annual Mutts Marathon, a benefit for RBARI. The annual walk-a-thon event is one of three major fundraisers, RBARI conducts each year, says…
Friday, July 13, 2012
After learning about tapping into resources, critical infrastructure, and lessons learned from recent natural disasters, business owners brushed up on preserving data, business continuity, and having the right insurance before disaster strikes.
A major storm could potentially wipe out businesses that have taken generations to build in a matter of minutes. And while major corporations may have one or more staff members to ensure the continuity of an organization when natural disaster strikes, many small business owners may not have the additional staff or know of available resources. The Disaster Preparedness Conference at Bergen Community College in Paramus, an event organized by the Meadowlands Regional Chamber (MRC), the Bergen County Executive Office, and the Bergen County Office of Emergency Management on Tuesday, provided local businesses with critical business continuity plans in the event of a major emergency. Jim Kirkos, CEO of the MRC, said when his Lyndhurst home …
Wednesday, July 11, 2012
Disaster Preparedness Conference unites government officials, utilities, and leaders of business organizations in Bergen County.
Bergen Community College was the site for Tuesday's Disaster Preparedness Conference organized by Jim Kirkos of the Meadowlands Regional Chamber and the Bergen County Office of Emergency Management (BCOEM). The conference was designed to provide a forum that would offer municipalities and businesses guidance and information on preparing for severe weather events. Although the focus of the conference was on preparedness for future weather emergencies, it was the devastating effects of Hurricane Irene, Tropical Storm Lee and the October snowstorm on municipalities in Bergen County, and the response of the public utility companies, that was on the forefront of the minds of local officials. During a panel discussion, United Water's manager …
Saturday, July 7, 2012
A year after the state was impacted by Hurricane Irene and other storms, and thousands of businesses were forced to close, a program is being presented July 10 in Paramus to prepare businesses for the worse.
Although the 2012 hurricane season is not in full swing, county entities are not leaving anything to chance. The Meadowlands Regional Chamber (MRC) is teaming up with the Bergen County Executive’s Office and the Bergen County Office of Emergency Management to help local businesses develop a business continuity plan in the case of an emergency. “Recent severe weather incidents along with a minor earthquake that rumbled our region show just how vulnerable and unprepared we are,” said Jim Kirkos, CEO of the Meadowlands Regional Chamber. “This conference is a call to action for all small and medium sized businesses who have not thought about how to protect and sustain their companies.” The event will be held Tuesday at Bergen Community College…
Monday, June 18, 2012
A deeper look at the birth of an economic development program designed to make Bergen County a better tourist destination.
During a public forum on economic development at Bergen Community College in Paramus last week, local business leaders, educators, residents, and government officials met to discuss ways on how to make Bergen County a desirable tourist destination. The goal is to attract visitors from across the country and around the globe through major events and destinations such as Wrestlemania, the Ironman U.S. Championships, the Super Bowl, and the Meadowlands American Dream, an entertainment destination, which will feature the country’s tallest Ferris wheel, year-round indoor skiing and snowboarding, restaurants, and shopping and more. The hope is to attract more businesses and residents to the area, and in turn, allow the County and local …
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