Former Filmmaker from Bergen County Makes Film on Armenian Genocide

The Oradell resident says growing up around the Armenian culture in Bergen County had an influence on him.

$1 Million Powerball Jackpot Ticket Sold in Bergen County

The winning numbers are 16, 19, 20, 29, 33. The Red Powerball number was 10. The multiplier number was 02.

Habitat Bergen Youth United Selected to Receive State Farm Grant

Students volunteering with Habitat for Humanity of Bergen County have been selected to receive a $4,000 matching grant from State Farm.

Habitat for Humanity of Bergen County Accepts Donation from 'Room & Board'

“One of Room & Board’s guiding principles is to positively impact and strengthen the communities in which we work and live."

Hats with Hugs Program Donates Hand-Knit Caps to Valley Hospital

Soft, attractive hand knit hats were given to cancer patients who are dealing with the effects of chemotherapy and hair loss.

Paramus Residents to be Awarded at Bris Avrohom Gala

Paramus' Arthur and Alla Ayzerov will receive an award.

Bergen County McDonald's Employee Wins Super Bowl XLIX Tickets

The celebration came after the Fort Lee restaurant was named Top 10 in overall customer satisfaction across the U.S.

Paramus Resident Selected to Travel to Las Vegas, Potentially be Contestant on Monopoly Millionaires's Club TV Show

Paramus resident Gene Pate will have a chance to participate in the Monopoly Millionaires' Club lottery game TV show.

New Year, New Baby: 10-Pound Girl is North Jersey's First of 2015

First daughter of North Bergen family enters the world at 12:09 a.m., Jan. 1.

Senate President Sweeney Presents $10K Check to Community FoodBank of New Jersey

CFBNJ distributes food, provides education and training and develops programs to help hungry people throughout the state.

Bergen County Jaguar-Land Rover Show Commitment to Literacy, Donate 10K Books to Children

The two Tata group companies hosted a second reading celebration at Jackson Avenue School through continued partnership with First Book.

Nordstrom of Garden State Plaza Volunteers with Habitat Bergen

The volunteers worked on various tasks such as the installation of sheetrock and spackling in a Little Ferry home.

ConnectOne Bank Volunteers with Habitat Bergen in Little Ferry

The volunteers worked on various tasks, such as the installation of vinyl tile, installation of trim and painting a basement.

Bergen Community College, Bergen County Technical Schools Donate Scarves on 'Giving Tuesday'

As part of the "Giving Tuesday" initiative, volunteer knitters donated 50 scarves, blankets and hats to the homeless.

North Jersey Senior Living Facility Pays Tribute to 98-Year-Old Veteran

Henry Perkowski served four honorable years during WWII and is the oldest living solider from his division from the Battle of the Bulge.

Valley Hospital Hosts Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Reunion Halloween Party

The annual event reunites parents and children with the physicians and nurses who cared for them.

Bergen Highlands/Ramsey Rotary Club Donates New Truck to Center for Food Action

Bergen Highlands/Ramsey Rotary Club members gathered to present the Center for Food Action with the donation of a new refrigerated truck.

Valley Medical Group Welcomes Medical Oncologist/Hematologist Yoomi Lee, M.D., M.S. to Paramus Center

Dr. Lee joins 5 other Valley Medical Group hematologists/oncologists in practice at Valley’s Daniel & Gloria Blumenthal Cancer Center.

Senator Weinberg Honored with Equal Justice Award by Legal Services of New Jersey

The award recognizes individuals who have made exceptional contributions toward securing a more just society for disadvantaged people.

Paramus Resident Vivian DiPietro Named Co-President of 'Tomorrows Children's Fund'

Vivian DiPietro, from Paramus, and Jerry Pinkus, from Hillsdale, were elected co-presidents of the nonprofit charitable organization.

NJ Devils Teams Up with CASA of New Jersey to Benefit Abused, Neglected Children

Game proceeds will benefit CASA programs in New Jersey that advocate for children removed from their homes due to neglect and/or abuse.

Bergen County Sheriff's Office Announces Promotions

Pictured: Sheriff Saudino, Capt. Kolich, Lt. Criscuolo, Sgt. VanDerWeert, Sgt. Bagnuolo.

Paramus Park Mall 'Christmas in New Jersey' Store Offering 20% Off Sept. 15

Celebrating 100 days until Christmas, Christmas in New Jersey will offer 20 percent off everything in the store.

Ramsey Couple to Adopt Malnourished Dog Found in Paterson Last Month

A Ramsey couple will adopt Bunny, a tan-and-white pit bull mix, that was found malnourished in a Paterson park.

11 Years After 'Heaven,' What Life is Like for the Burpo Family

The movie, in stores July 22, is about a real-life boy who says he went to Heaven and met Jesus during surgery. We spoke with the family behind the film about how it can help start a discussion in your town.

24 Amazing Ways Residents Inspire Their Communities

Patch readers told us who the "Everyday Inspirations" in their communities are, and we're sharing their stories and the work they've done locally.

Everyday Inspirations: Incredible Ways People Give Back Locally

Patch readers told us who the "Everyday Inspirations" in their communities are, and we're sharing their stories and the work they've done locally.

'Coupon Queen' Gets $800 Grocery Bill Down to $7, Gives Savings Away

A New York woman is so good at bargain shopping that she's used her skills to donate groceries and other goods to charity. Learn how you can follow her lead locally.

Charitable Children: 'No Matter What Age You May Be, You Can Change the Life of Another'

As a part of our "Everyday Inspirations" series, we look at how children across the country are making big impacts locally.

Harp Healing: Woman Uses Music Therapy to Help Hospital Patients

After losing three people close to her in eight months, Edie Elkan picked up a harp for the first time in 28 years. Now she runs a program training others to play the instrument for patients in hospitals.

Nominate 'Everyday Inspirations' in Your Town

Patch wants to share stories about people who work every day to change others' lives for the better.

Bergen County's First Baby of 2014: Nayeli Abigail

Three Jersey Boys in Under Armor All-American Game

Jabrill Peppers had the attention of opponents in New Jersey for the last four years. Now he's in the spotlight on the national level.

7 Options to Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Bergen County

Some of our favorite local watering holes, restaurants and venues are holding New Year's Eve events right here in Bergen County.

Top 15 Paramus Feel Good Stories of 2013

Patch reported on dozens of local feel good stories this year. Here are 15 of our favorites.

Top Images from Paramus in 2013

Officer down with broken leg, football state champions, Paramus High School graduation and more.

Select Bergen Community College Students Share 180K in Donated Scholarships

Bergen Community College Foundation donors gave $180,000 in scholarships to local students from all around North Jersey.

Paramus Students Selected for Bergen County Band

Check out some photos of the band from their performances during the football season. Keep clicking through the slideshow below.

Santa Makes Rounds With Paramus Fire Department

Did you see Santa around town on Monday?

Former Spartans Make the Grades and Study Abroad

A couple of former PHS Spartans have been doing good things down at the University of Delaware.