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Press Releases

November 14, 2023

WEST ORANGE, NJ - The 7th Annual RWJBarnabas Health Running with the Devils 5K Run and Walk was hosted on Sunday, October 29th at Essex County’s South Mountain Recreation Complex in West Orange. More than 1,000 runners and walkers participated, as this event supports the commitment of both ...

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LIVINGSTON, NJ — Come shop for the holidays at Temple Beth Shalom’s Holiday Vendor Fair on November 14, 2023 from 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.  Local vendors include Dana Faith Jewelry, Excessorize by Stacey, Handcrafters, Pink Jewels, 4 - Fashions, A.Renee Creative Designs, Old World Market, Dylan’s ...

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NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ — Building on their already exceptional partnership, RWJBarnabas Health, the state’s largest academic health system, and Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey, the state’s only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, are announcing a transformative ...

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WHIPPANY, NJ — Students at The Calais School in Whippany, NJ are gearing up for the school’s 2nd annual Stuff The Bus Holiday Food Drive, now through November 13th.   In a state where food insecurity affects nearly 200,000 children daily,12 Plus students at The Calais School are affecting change ...

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Livingston High School seniors Sheryl Liu, Aimee Saju, and Akshaya Shankar, along with McNair Academic High School sophomore Sathvik Ram, won third place at the Mentor U Community Innovation Challenge hosted at NJIT for their community project proposal, on Saturday, November 4th, 2023. The ...

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As we approach the end of the campaign, I'd like to pause and reflect, not just as a candidate but as a mother, a neighbor, and a cherished member of our community. My dual heritage deeply influences my values. Chinese culture champions performing good deeds without expecting returns, reflecting ...

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Governor Murphy and the New Jersey Legislature created the Affordable New Jersey Communities for Homeowners and Renters (ANCHOR) program to provide property tax relief for eligible homeowners and renters. New Jersey residents who meet program criteria can receive up to $1,750 in property tax ...

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One Happy Camper NJ (OHCNJ), a division of Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest NJ, is providing up to $1,500 per child, (increased from $1,000 in previous years), toward tuition at more than 160 overnight camps across North America including traditional camps, specialty camps, and teen tours.

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The Livingston Board of Education (BOE) stands as a model of commitment to transparency and engagement. Meetings, both in-person and online, combined with thorough archives, act as reliable touchpoints for the community. Direct email channels further amplify our dedication to open dialogue. The ...

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Over the past four years, Livingston has experienced a significant influx, adding 268 new elementary students to our educational community. This growth, coupled with ongoing building projects in the town, underscores the need for forward-thinking solutions. Currently boasting an enrollment of 6,278 ...

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WHIPPANY, NJ — On Sunday, October 15, The Calais Foundation, a local non-profit dedicated to empowering children and young adults with special needs, hosted its Second Annual Calais 5K Charity Race at The Calais School in Whippany.  The Calais 5K is a USATF sanctioned Grand Prix event ...

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MILLBURN, NJ — Paper Mill Playhouse, Mark S. Hoebee, Producing Artistic Director; Michael Stotts- Executive Director), recipient of the 2016 Regional Theatre Tony Award, is pleased to announce the cast and creative team for its holiday season production of the beloved musical Fiddler on the Roof, ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ — In response to the steady increase in respiratory illness and COVID-19 hospitalizations across the state, RWJBarnabas Health reminds area residents of the updated masking protocols at all RWJBarnabas Health hospitals and facilities.   To reduce the risk of infection for ...

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In today's dynamic digital realm, countless simpler traffic reviews have highlighted one standout program making waves with a promise of unlocking a path to 6-figure profits. That program is none other than Simpler Traffic, ingeniously crafted by industry maestros Chris Munch and Jay Cruiz, and ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ - RWJBarnabas Health has been dedicated to treating New Jersey’s sick and injured for more than 140 years.  As the state’s largest and most comprehensive not-for-profit academic healthcare system, every year we take care of more than three million patients with over five million ...

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SOUTH ORANGE, NJ – JESPY House, a South Orange, New Jersey-based non-profit organization that has supported adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities for 45 years, announced today an extraordinary $1 million gift from Judy and Ken Peskin. The gift supports the organization’s campaign ...

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As the cooler months approach, it’s that time of year again when we brace ourselves for the arrival of the flu season. Dr. Aaiza Aamer, a specialist in geriatric and internal medicine at Jersey City Medical Center, discusses the effectiveness of the flu shot, the outlook for the current season, ...

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LIVINGSTON, NJ — Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center (CBMC) is commemorating a noteworthy milestone as it marks the 30th anniversary of its outpatient cardiac rehabilitation program this October. “In 1993, I noticed that many patients struggled to absorb information during their hospital stays due ...

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South Orange, NJ – JESPY House, a South Orange, New Jersey-based non-profit organization that has supported adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities for 45 years, announced today an extraordinary $1 million gift from Judy and Ken Peskin. The gift supports the organization’s campaign ...

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NEW JERSEY — Atlantic Health System medical centers are leaders in New Jersey and across the nation when it comes to delivering high quality care and superior patient outcomes across numerous specialties according to the Healthgrades 2024 Report to the Nation, released today. Morristown Medical ...

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WHIPPANY, NJ — The Calais School of Whippany is excited to announce a recent partnership with Ricciardi Brothers of Morristown. This partnership gives high school and 12 Plus students participating in The Calais School Work-Based Learning (WBL) program a chance to intern in the colorful and ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ — On October 16, in alignment with the latest FDA guidance, RWJBarnabas Health revised the System’s blood donor process with the introduction of the Individual Donor Assessment (IDA) questionnaire. The IDA questionnaire will make donations more inclusive, extending blood donation ...

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LIVINGSTON, NJ — Crunch Fitness Livingston, a $5 million, 35,000-square-foot fitness facility coming to 85 W. Mt. Pleasant Avenue this fall, invites the community to participate in or attend its inaugural Trunk or Treat event on Sunday, Oct. 22 from 10:30 a.m. to noon. In addition to photo ...

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Jersey City Medical Center, an RWJBarnabas Health facility, will host a breast cancer screening clinic in partnership with the New Jersey Cancer Education and Early Detection (NJCEED) program on Saturday, Oct. 28. The Medical Center is offering free mammograms to uninsured individuals in honor of ...

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Jersey City Medical Center, an RWJBarnabas Health facility, will host a Halloween get-together for families of former NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit) patients on Friday, Oct. 27. The event will feature music, treats, giveaways, face painting, and photos, and will take place from 4:30 p.m. to ...

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In the midst of the ongoing debate on book bans, one aspect remains unequivocally clear: the unwavering support for our educators. It's essential to emphasize the importance of standing by NJ state law, LPS school district bylaws, and most importantly, trusting our educators implicitly in the ...

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TRENTON, NJ – The first round of ANCHOR Property Tax Relief payments for tax year 2020 has been deposited for more than 700,000 New Jersey residents who chose to receive their payment via direct deposit, Governor Phil Murphy and Treasurer Elizabeth Maher Muoio announced.  For those who opted for ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ — Nancy E. Holecek, Executive Vice President, Chief Nursing Officer of RWJBarnabas Health, has been named among Becker’s Hospital Review’s 153 Hospital and Health System Chief Nursing Officers to Know for 2023. The list honors chief nursing officers for their commitment to ...

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HACKETTSTOWN, NJ — “MOTHER (and me),” written and performed by Melinda Buckley, is coming to the Centenary Stage Company, in Hackettstown, October 19-22.  MOTHER (and me) is a fast-paced 75-minute performance that uses the power of theater to bring people together around an important issue: ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ -  Dr. Andy Anderson, Chief Medical Officer and Chief Quality Officer of RWJBarnabas Health, has been named among Becker’s Hospital Review’s 130 Hospital and Health System Chief Medical Officer to Know for 2023. The list honors chief medical officers who better their communities and ...

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