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Press Releases

November 8, 2023

The Mount St. Dominic girls soccer team (20-2) edged top-seeded IHA, 2-1, in the NJSIAA Non-Public A, North State Sectional Final Tuesday afternoon, on the Blue Eagles' home turf in Washington Township to take home its first-ever State Sectional Championship.  Freshman outside midfielder Sophia ...

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Whether you have a few hours a week or a few hours a month to spare, Oasis would love to welcome individuals who are passionate about giving back. Oasis provides critical services to women and children in need. As a nonprofit, Oasis operates with a skeleton staff, which means you are needed! At ...

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Montclair Kimberley Academy is excited to host an array of upcoming events for families interested in applying for the 2024-2025 school year.   Visit www.mka.org/admissions/events to view the full list of upcoming events, register to attend, and learn more about their three age ...

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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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The West Essex Art Association presented 7 cash awards at its October 27, 2023 reception at Crane’s Mill in West Caldwell.  The winners in the 84th Annual WEAA Members’ Show were selected from 30 entries by Marilyn Rose. The judge commented on the Best in Show work, Plymouth Fleet, "Wonderful ...

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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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WEST ORANGE, NJ -N   In response to the steady increase in respiratory illness and COVID-19 hospitalizations across the state, RWJBarnabas Health announces it will implement masking protocols at all RWJBarnabas Health hospitals and facilities starting October 2, 2023.   To reduce the risk of ...

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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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Crane’s Mill, the community that set the gold standard for active living in New Jersey, honored its silver anniversary with a truly amazing evening celebration. The event, hosted in the campus’s renowned Towne Square, showcased the community’s gorgeous, renovated spaces and the remarkable people ...

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The students of Mount St. Dominic Academy, the independent, Catholic college preparatory school for young women in Caldwell, marked the occasion of The International Day of the Girl 2023 with a field trip to the United Nations and an in-house assembly that welcomed Sarah Osembo, Co-Founder and CEO ...

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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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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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The American Heart Association and more than 1,000 community members are expected to walk at the Northern NJ Heart Walk.  Local businesses and American Heart Association volunteers, as well as heart disease and stroke survivors will participate. This year’s Heart Walk is sponsored by ADP, Bayer, ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ  –RWJBarnabas Health, together with Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey, has been named among Becker’s Hospital Review’s 100 Hospitals and Health Systems with Great Oncology Programs for 2023. The list honors heath systems that have earned national recognition for their work in ...

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WEST ORANGE, NEW JERSEY - RWJBarnabas Health and the New Jersey Devils are teaming up for the 7th annual RWJBarnabas Health Running with the Devils 5K Run & Walk with virtual participation available anytime, anywhere, now through October 29th. The live 5K Run & Walk will take place on ...

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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 announces it will implement masking protocols at all RWJBarnabas Health hospitals and facilities starting October 2, 2023.   To reduce the risk of ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ -  Mark E. Manigan, President and Chief Executive Officer for RWJBarnabas Health, today announced the appointment of two new executive leaders to the system’s management team.  George Helmy joins the system as Executive Vice President, Chief External Affairs and Policy Officer, and ...

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Do you sometimes feel depressed? Have you experienced a loss recently or long ago  that has been on your mind Please join the monthly Bereavement Support Group, sponsored by Journey Hospice of Northern New Jersey, and led by Vivian Rodeffer, Chaplain. This is a supportive, confidential, and safe ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ -  RWJBarnabas Health, the largest, most comprehensive academic health care system in New Jersey, is dedicated to supporting New Jersey residents coping with addiction on their paths to recovery. The system’s proactive, multidisciplinary approach to addressing substance use ...

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NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ — TAPinto's local news and digital marketing platforms have undergone a major town homepage redesign, with key new features to make the experience faster and better for readers. "TAPinto's redesign reflects that the way news is presented is evolving and more visual," TAPinto ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ -  Two RWJBarnabas Health leaders, Debra Lienhardt and Dr. Mary Abed, MD, FACC, were recognized by NJBIZ as Best 50 Women in Business. This 2023 list recognizes outstanding women who have made a significant impact on New Jersey business and the community at large.   As ...

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Now that the air is becoming chillier, consider cuddling with a new puppy or kitten all available for adoption at the 7th Annual Luck O’ the Pup Adoption and Fundraiser on Sunday, November 12 from 12-4 pm at the Shillelagh Club in West Orange Representatives from Rescue Shelters including ...

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MONTCLAIR, NJ -– Mountainside Medical Group has announced that Laura Yapor, M.D. has joined the practice in the field of pulmonology. Dr. Yapor is an experienced pulmonologist whose commitment to her patient goes beyond just providing treatment.  She takes a comprehensive approach to diagnosis ...

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LIVINGSTON, NJ - The Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges, which includes the West Essex YMCA, has raised over $20,000 during its first Camp for a Cause fundraising campaign to make summer camp experiences possible for more kids. “Our Ys came together in a monumental way to help expand access to ...

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Announcing The Art of Giving: 35th Anniversary Celebration, Family Promise of Essex County’s gala fund-raising event on Thursday, October 5, 2023, from 7:00 – 10:00pm at the Montclair Art Museum, in Montclair. Guests will enjoy an engaging evening surrounded by the Museum gallery ambiance, ...

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LIVINGSTON, NJ -The Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges recently welcomed five new members to its Board of Directors, to help set policy and strategic direction as the organization works to carry out its mission of youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.  “These five ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ — Several RWJBarnabas Health facilities have received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® - Stroke quality achievement award for their commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ - Gary J. Rogal, MD, FACC, Chief of Cardiology and Medical Director for RWJBarnabas Health Cardiac Services, was honored as a recipient of the NJBIZ 2023 ICON award. This esteemed award recognizes New Jersey business leaders for their notable success, demonstration of strong ...

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CASA for Children of Essex County is thrilled to collaborate with PastaRAMEN to bring the community an unforgettable dining experience – all while making a difference in the lives of youth in Essex County living in foster care. Set for September 14, 2023, diners are invited to indulge in the ...

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