Altercation between two homeless men leads to stabbing
A 42-year-old homeless man was taken into custody early Sunday, Feb. 22 in North Bergen after allegedly stabbing a 39-year-old homeless man in the leg and hitting him in the head with a bottle.
The altercation occurred about 3:30 a.m. The alleged assailant then hid beneath a bridge that carries John F. Kennedy Boulevard across the Palisade Cliffs. The two men apparently live under the bridge.
Police had to pull the alleged attacker up to the street using ropes and a gurney. The Port Authority Police Emergency Services Unit assisted in the arrest. Both men were taken to area hospitals.
March of Dimes works to improve health of Hudson County Babies
More than 12,000 New Jersey babies will be born premature this year. March for Babies, the March of Dimes largest fundraiser, helps fund lifesaving research and educational programs aimed at helping moms have stronger, healthy babies.
Bruce Markowitz, president and CEO of Palisades Medical Center, has taken on the role of Hudson County March for Babies chair to raise awareness and important funding to provide for babies who are born premature or with birth defects. “I am honored to serve in the important role as the chairman of the Hudson County March for Babies,” he said. “I believe we can all rally behind the March of Dimes and its mission to help moms have full-term pregnancies and research the problems that threaten the health of babies.”
March for Babies will be held on April 26 at Liberty State Park in Jersey City. Hudson County residents can sign up at www.marchforbabies.org and start a team with co-workers, family, or friends. Last year, more than 650 people attended the event and more than $150,000 was raised in Hudson County.
“We’re so excited to have Mr. Markowitz on board to help us at a local level,” said Addy Bonet, State Director for the New Jersey March of Dimes Chapter. “His passion for the cause will be a huge driving factor in the success of our event. We are grateful for his commitment.”
Free health screenings upcoming in local communities
Free health screenings will take place at various locations in Hudson County over the coming months courtesy of Palisades Medical Center. The screenings will include information on blood pressure, heart rate, percentage of oxygen in the blood, peak flow/respiratory, Body Mass Index – BMI, certificates for mammography, prostate screening, HIV testing, and more.
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. For more information, call Joanne Riggs at (201) 854-5793. Free screenings will take place at the following times and locations:
• March 1, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. – St. Augustine Church, 3900 New York Ave., Union City
• March 15, 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. – Immaculate Heart of Mary Chapel, 7615 Broadway, North Bergen
• March 21, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. – Grove Reformed Church, 4615 Kennedy Blvd., North Bergen.
Blood drive on March 7
Community Blood Services is holding a blood/platelets drive on Saturday, March 7 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the blood mobile in the Walmart parking lot in North Bergen, 2100 88th St.
You must weigh at least 110 lbs, eat before donation, and bring ID. There will also be a complimentary non-fasting glucose and cholesterol test with every blood donation. To set up an appointment call (201) 251-3703. Walk ins are also welcome.
Every drop counts. Give blood today.
First-Sunday-of-the Month nature walk on March 1
The free two-hour walk of Mill Creek Marsh in Secaucus features raptors, waterfowl and early spring migrants. Meet outside the Meadowlands Environment Center at 10 a.m. on Sunday, March 1. Directions are on meadowblog.net in the left column. The walk is sponsored by the N.J. Meadowlands Commission and the Bergen County Audubon Society. Participants have to sign a standard liability release that is good for NJMC/BCAS events throughout the year. To register call (201) 230-4983.
High Tech HS hosts roundtable discussion with Assembly Speaker Prieto
High Tech High School hosted a roundtable discussion with Assembly Speaker Vincent Prieto on Thursday, Feb. 16 about the importance of vocational and technical education. Speaker Prieto was joined by Andrew Campbell, CEO of Eastern Millwork, and Hudson County Schools of Technology (HCST) Superintendent Frank Gargiulo. Tours were given showcasing the Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs offered by HCST in honor of CTE Month 2015.
Career and Technical Education prepares students to succeed as global citizens for career opportunities for the 21st century and to support healthy economic growth within the state.
Two Chabad parties coming up this week in Hoboken
Chabad of Hoboken’s annual grand international Purim Party will be held Thursday, March 5, at The Multi-Service Center, 124 Grand St., in Hoboken. This year’s theme, “Celebrating Purim a Paris,” will feature a Parisian dinner and Parisian décor, and great entertainment for all ages, including a caricaturist, air brush art, face paint, balloon shaping, a bar for adults, and more.
Doors open at 4:45 pm. All are welcome to join regardless of affiliation or background.
Chabad will also host an exclusive party for young Jewish Professionals on Wednesday night, March 4 at 8:30 pm at Lulu’s at the W Hotel, 225 Rover St. Light refreshments will be available, including sushi and Hamantashen, premium top shelf open bar, and more.
For more information and to RSVP for either of these programs, check out the website www.JewishHoboken.com, or call (201) 386-5222.