Gov. Richard Codey and Assemblyman John McKeon Offer Remarks on The Avenue and the Revitalization of Downtown South Orange

Representatives from Sterling Properties joined officials from The Village of South Orange and the State of New Jersey on Oct. 5 to cut the ribbon on The Avenue at South Orange, Sterling’s luxurious community of 79 rental residences.

The American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program (ACS NSQIP) has recognized Hackensack University Medical Center as one of 26 ACS NSQIP participating hospitals in the United States that have achieved exemplary outcomes for surgical patient care. As a participant in ACS NSQIP, Hackensack University Medical Center is required to track the outcomes of inpatient and outpatient surgical procedures and collect data that directs patient safety and the quality of surgical care improvements.

Dear Friends,

Thank you all so much for your support and attendance at our 20th Anniversary Celebration. The event was a great success, and we couldn't have done it without you. If you haven't already seen them, you can view some of our photos online.

If you weren't able to support our Celebration but are looking for another way to lend a hand, here's an idea to consider. Each year, Bright Side Manor participates in a joint fundraiser with Bloomingdale's. The event is called "Love Where You Live," and here's how it works.

Luxury Development in Princeton Offers Rich Lifestyle, Plus Convenience

The Residences at Palmer Square, the new luxury townhome and condominium community in the heart of downtown Princeton, N.J., offers residents the convenience of a wealth of shopping, entertainment and cultural opportunities -- all within walking distance -- as well as a wide selection of dining out options.

MMI offers educational resources in honor of National Protect Your Identity Week

It can strike at any moment. Like a thief in the night, it is waiting for the perfect opportunity to attack the vulnerable - it is identity theft. Because identity theft is a serious crime affecting more than 10 million Americans every year, Money Management International (MMI), the nation’s largest credit counseling agency, will participate in National Protect Your Identity Week 2010 (PYIW). PYIW is a grass roots initiative created to build awareness and educate communities across the country about identity theft. This year’s week-long event is slated for October 17-23, 2010.

Specialty Retailer to Offer Limited Edition Products and Exclusive Events Benefiting Komen for the Cure

AVENUE®, a women’s plus-size retailer and premier brand in the Redcats portfolio, is proud to announce today its partnership with Susan G. Komen for the Cure®. AVENUE® is the first-ever plus-size specialty store retailer to join forces with Komen for the Cure in support of its promise to save lives and end breast cancer forever. Between October 17th and October 30th, AVENUE® will host a full-scale breast cancer awareness program that will reach out to every customer both in-store and via emails, as well as on Avenue.com. Visitors to Avenue.com will find a list of events that benefit “Komen for the Cure” that will be promoted during the campaign.

Boat Owners Association Reports Grassroots Efforts

In the battle to add up to 50% more ethanol to the nation’s gas supply without first providing scientific evidence it won’t harm boat engines or cause serious safety issues, America’s recreational boaters have spoken. Of the over 22,000 Americans who have emailed President Obama in the last thirteen days urging him to stop the EPA from approving the increase, BoatUS reports that nearly three-fourths of those emails are from BoatUS members and other recreational boaters.

Available October 27 – November 21 at all three New York City locations
Free Cooking Demonstration October 30 at 10 am
At Rosa Mexicano Riverside Square, 390 Hackensack Avenue
Reservations are required, please call Cre at 212.397.0666 ext 40
www.rosamexicano.com

Cross River Bank, one of New Jersey’s most successful and fastest growing community banks, recently hosted a golf outing that generated significant funds for Madraigos – a nonprofit group that provides a wide array of innovative programs to help at-risk teens.
More than 120 participants from leading New Jersey and New York businesses, as well as prominent religious organizations, participated in the bank’s inaugural golf outing. The Madraigos mission is focused on guiding troubled youths on a path of self-improvement and emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being.

Produce Pete, one of America’s favorite grocers, will be the featured speaker at the October 27th meeting of the Breakfast Club of Englewood Hospital and Medical Center. Brunch and a lively conversation about selecting and preparing nutritious, delicious food will be the highlights of the event, Get Fresh! The program will benefit the hospital’s educational outreach to local schools and community groups on combating childhood obesity.