Breast Cancer lecture at the library on Oct. 8
The North Bergen Public Library will host a lecture on the topic of breast cancer on Wednesday, Oct. 8 at 7 p.m. The lecture will be presented by Yadyra Rivera, M.D., Holy Name oncologist.
Breast cancer is the most common form of cancer in women, with the exception of skin cancer, and more than 2,300 men will also develop the disease this year. Early detection provides the best possibility for successful treatment. Come and learn about the importance of screening, treatment options, and the latest advances in research.
This event is made possible by the Hispanic Outreach Program and Holy Name Medical Center for Wellness Wednesdays. It will be held at the North Bergen Free Public Library, 8411 Bergenline Ave. For more information call (201) 869-4715 or visit www.nbpl.org.
Local ‘Tub Gang’ using a drone to facilitate robberies?
A North Bergen resident, 44, is one of two men suspected of using a drone to keep an eye on police while conducting robberies, according to a story on NJ.com.
The North Bergen man and a Newark man, 20, were arrested in Upper Saucon Township, PA while allegedly in possession of more than $50,000 of cell phones stolen from a Verizon Wireless store.
One of the men was also in possession of a drone equipped with a remote control camera. Police had earlier spotted the drone hovering over the police station in Upper Saucon.
The drone’s camera contained footage of Union City, Newark, New York City, and other locales. The men are alleged to be members of the “Tub Gang,” a burglary ring suspected of criminal activity in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and several other states. The two men are being held at the Lehigh County Jail in Pennsylvania.
Macy’s job fair coming to North Bergen Public Library
Macy’s logistics and operations in Secaucus is seeking talented individuals for seasonal picking and packing positions and will have a job fair at the North Bergen Public Library, 8411 Bergenline Ave., on Wednesday, Oct. 15, from 4 to 7 p.m.
Associates are responsible to receive, put away, pick, pack, and ship merchandise in a safe, productive and accurate manner. Associates will be cross-trained in multiple areas.
Free cancer screenings
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and Hoboken Family Planning is offering free breast exams and mammograms for uninsured and underinsured women*. Free screenings are available with no appointment on the following days and times at their three locations, or call (201) 963-0300 for an appointment and additional information.
• Oct. 6 from 9 to 11 a.m. at Family Planning Center of West New York, 5305 Hudson Ave., West New York.
• Oct. 24 from 9 a.m. to noon at Hoboken Family Planning, 124 Grand St., Hoboken.
• Oct. 28 from 9 to 11 a.m. at Summit Center, 1206 Summit Ave., Union City.
This program is made possible by grants from the NJ Dept. of Health & Senior Services, Office of Chronic Disease Prevention & Control/NJ CEED program.
*There are some financial and age limitations for the screenings.
Assistance still available for Sandy recovery
Hudson County was one of the nine counties in NJ most affected by Superstorm Sandy. Although it has been almost two years since the storm, there are still people in our community that have not yet fully recovered and are not aware that there are still resources available to help them.
Hudson Regional Health Commission (HRHC) has received a Social Services Block Grant and in cooperation with the Hudson County Long Term Recovery Committee (HCLTRC) is trying to spread the word and let people know that there are resources available to help them. Residents should be aware that if they have not yet recovered there is money available to help them fix their homes, or replace a vehicle or furniture that was damaged as a result of Superstorm Sandy. There is mental health counseling available as well.
Anyone who still needs assistance can call 211 to connect with a case manager who will help guide them through the process. Please share this message with everyone: post it to Facebook, on websites, and Tweet that the recovery effort is still taking place in Hudson County.
HCLTRC is a voluntary organization committed to relief, recovery, and rebuilding associated with Superstorm Sandy in Hudson County. The goal of the HCLTRC is to provide coordinated management of long-term recovery assistance to residents of Hudson County who have been affected by the storm and who do not have the personal resources necessary to help return their lives to normalcy.
Please see these sites for additional resources:
NJ211: http://www.nj211.org/hurricane.cfm
NJ Mental Health Cares: http://www.njmentalhealthcares.org/
HCLTRC: http://www.hcltrc.org/
North Bergen Recreation Basketball Registration in October
Mayor Nicholas Sacco and Commissioner Hugo Cabrera invite boys and girls ages 5 through 16 to register for North Bergen Basketball.
Registration will be held at North Bergen Recreation, 6300 Meadowview Ave., Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. starting Tuesday, Oct. 14. There will also be registration on Thursday evenings Oct. 16 and 23 from 6 to 8 p.m. No sign-ups on Nov. 4 and 11. A $35 non-refundable registration fee is required, along with birth certificate and proof of residency. Cash or money order only.
Job Fair in Secaucus on Oct. 9
The Town of Secaucus in collaboration with the North Hudson Community Action Corporation will host a job fair on Thursday, Oct. 9 featuring over 30 companies from different fields including administrative, financial services, home care, hospitality and more.
The job fair will take place at La Quinta Inn & Suites, 350 Lighting Way, Secaucus, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Palisades Medical Center providing free community health screenings
Throughout the year, Palisades Medical Center’s staff takes an active role in local communities by partnering with North Hudson Community Action Corporation, Christ Hospital School of Nursing, and Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern NJ to provide free health screenings and education programs. The New Jersey Hospital Association (NJHA) recognized Palisades Medical Center’s Community Outreach Program with its Community Outreach Award for its unique and effective methods of reaching out to better serve the healthcare needs of area residents. Palisades Medical Center’s community outreach and education programs are generously funded in part by TD Charitable Foundation.
The following is a schedule of Palisades Medical Center’s free Health Screenings that will be held in local communities in the coming months. Free screenings and information will be available on blood pressure, heart rate, percentage of oxygen in the blood, peak flow/respiratory, Body Mass Index – BMI and mammography certificates. For more information, call Joanne Riggs at (201) 854-5793.
• Oct. 12 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at St. Mary’s Church, Corner of Erie and 2nd Sts, Jersey City.
• Nov. 2 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at St. Joseph/St. Michael’s Church, 1314 Central Ave., Union City.
• Nov. 9 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at St. Anthony’s Church, 615 8th St., Union City.
• Nov. 23 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Sacred Heart Church, 9034 Barr Pl., North Bergen.
Register for free classes in the performing arts
The Grace Theatre Workshop, Inc. will hold registration for its free professional theatre training program in ballet, hip hop, salsa, tap/rhythm, singing, and acting for children ages eight and up on Mondays through Thursdays from 5 to 8 p.m. at Jose Marti Freshman Academy, 1800 Summit Ave.
To register, kids must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. All classes are free. No special clothing or equipment is needed. The registration fee is $30 per student. All of the instructors are professional performers. Open to all residents of Hudson County. For information, log on to www.GraceTheatre.com.
German-American Association hosting bus trip to Amish country
The German-American World Friendship Association is hosting an all-day deluxe bus excursion to Amish country on Thursday, Oct. 16. Travelers will leave from the Senator Lounge, Schuetzen Park, 3167 Kennedy Blvd. at 8 a.m. and stop for an all-you-can-eat luncheon at the Good ‘N Plenty Restaurant in Smoketown, Pa. From there they will enjoy a two-hour guided tour of the Amish farmlands. Refreshments will be served on the bus.
The trip is open to the public on a first-come basis at $70 each for adults and $60 each for children ages 4 to 12 years. To reserve a spot call (201) 751-4452. Checks should be made out to German-American World Historical Society, Inc. (GAWHS) and mailed to the society at 3161 Kennedy Blvd., North Bergen NJ 07047-2303.
Marsh discovery trail reopened following storm damage
On Wednesday, Sept. 24 the New Jersey Meadowlands Commission (NJMC) celebrated the long-awaited reopening of the Marsh Discovery Trail, the most popular walkway in DeKorte Park. The trail incurred extensive damage during Hurricane Irene in 2011 and Superstorm Sandy in 2012. Originally opened in 1991, the Marsh Discovery Trail attracts thousands of nature lovers, bird watchers, school children, and those simply looking for a tranquil place for relaxation and reflection.
The half-mile boardwalk loop extends over DeKorte Park’s Shorebird Pool and includes four bird-blinds, two study docks, two shaded classrooms, two open classrooms and several seating areas. The Marsh Discovery Trail, one of the first barrier-free marsh nature trails constructed in the State of New Jersey, is a vital component of field-based environmental education programs offered by the NJMC’s Meadowlands Environment Center (MEC). Educators use the path as a teaching tool for the thousands of students in Grades K-12 who participate in MEC classes each year. Students learn about the marsh environment in the walkway’s shaded and open classroom areas and use its study docks to dip net for organisms and collect water samples.
The NJMC, in partnership with the Bergen County Audubon Society, offers free, twice-monthly guided nature walks throughout the Meadowlands region, including the Marsh Discovery Trail. The trail is a great place to see Least Bitterns, Marsh Wrens, and other waterfowl in the Shorebird Pool, and Red-winged Blackbirds, and various raptors overhead during all seasons.
The Marsh Discovery Trail, like DeKorte Park, is open from 8 a.m. to dusk year-round excluding holidays. It may be accessed through the main entrance gate located along the Shorewalk, a short walk from the Meadowlands Environment Center; or from the mid-point of the Transco Trail.
Nature walk is on Oct. 5
The free two-hour first-Sunday-of-the-month nature walk of Mill Creek Marsh in Secaucus features raptors, waterfowl and fall migrants. Meet at the marsh entrance at 10 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 5. The walk is sponsored by the N.J. Meadowlands Commission (NJMC) and the Bergen County Audubon Society (BCAS). Check meadowblog.net for last-minute weather updates. Participants will have to sign a standard liability release that is good for NJMC/BCAS events throughout the year. To RSVP call (201) 230-4983.
Palisades Medical Center honored with quality achievement awards
The American Heart Association/American Stroke Association have recognized Palisades Medical Center with their Get With The Guidelines Gold-Plus Quality Achievement Awards for the Medical Center’s treatment of heart failure and stroke patients.
Get With The Guidelines–Heart Failure helps Palisades Medical Center’s staff develop and implement acute and secondary prevention guideline processes to improve patient care and outcomes. The program provides hospitals with a web-based patient management tool, best practice discharge protocols and standing orders, along with a robust registry and real-time benchmarking capabilities to track performance. The quick and efficient use of guideline procedures can improve the quality of care for heart failure patients, save lives and ultimately, reduce healthcare costs by lowering the recurrence of heart attacks.
Get With The Guidelines-Stroke helps hospital teams provide the most up-to-date, research-based guidelines with the goal of speeding recovery and reducing death and disability for stroke patients. Palisades Medical Center earned the award by meeting specific quality achievement measures for the rapid diagnosis and treatment of stroke patients at a set level for a designated period. These measures include aggressive use of medications and risk-reduction therapies aimed at reducing death and disability and improving the lives of stroke patients.
According to the American Heart Association, about 5.7 million people suffer from heart failure. Statistics also show that, each year, 670,000 new cases are diagnosed and more than 277,000 people will die of heart failure. However, many heart failure patients can lead a full, enjoyable life when their condition is managed with proper medications and devices and with healthy lifestyle changes.
According to the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association, stroke is the number four cause of death and a leading cause of adult disability in the United States. On average, someone suffers a stroke every 40 seconds; someone dies of a stroke every four minutes; and 795,000 people suffer a new or recurrent stroke each year.