By Everett M. Lo
Social Security Administration’s Regional Public Affairs Office in the New York region

Social Security reaches almost every family in the United States, and at some point touches the lives of nearly all Americans. It not only helps older Americans, but also workers who become disabled and families in which a spouse or parent dies. Today, about 159 million people work and pay Social Security taxes. More than 53 million people receive monthly Social Security benefits. In 2009 alone, those benefits came to about $675 billion.
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Wednesday, August 4th
6:00 – 10:00pm
Paramus Elks Club
200 Route 17 North
Paramus, NJ (behind Raymour and Flanigan)
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Bergen County Sheriff Leo McGuire was elected to the National Sheriffs’ Association (NSA) Board of Directors at NSA’s annual conference from June 26 through 30, 2010 at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, California. Sheriff McGuire, a career law enforcement official and graduate of the National Sheriffs’ Institute, also serves on several NSA committees including legislative and governmental affairs and homeland security. Read more

UPPER SADDLE RIVER, N.J., July 22, 2010 – Hunter Douglas, Inc., the leading manufacturer and marketer of custom window coverings in the U.S. and Canada, was ranked 12th among all home products companies in North America in a recent report on Top Home Suppliers in the July issue of HFN: Home Furnishings News for Industry Decision Makers. The prestigious trade magazine based the list on annual revenue for 2009. Hunter Douglas shared the listing with the likes of Whirlpool and General Electric and was the only window covering company on the list of the top 25 suppliers. Read more

RTBI Invites Parents, Caregivers and Young Children to Enjoy Song, Stories, Crafts and More Together

MAYWOOD, N.J., July 23, 2010 – Reconstructionist Temple Beth Israel (RTBI) announces the formation of Gan Katan (“Little Garden”), a new preschool program for children ages 5 and younger and their families, which will begin on Sunday, September 12. The classes, held every other Sunday morning, will be led by Rabbi Jarah Greenfield, the synagogue’s rabbi, who has extensive experience in children’s Jewish education. The one-hour sessions will start at 9:30 a.m. Those interested in details or enrollment information should call RTBI’s education line at (201) 845-7550, ext. 4. Read more

Paramus’ Democratic Dream Team My friend Rich LaBarbiera invited me to a Democrat rally at Vici Cucina Italiana Restaurant in Lodi. When the Democratic candidate for Mayor invites you, it is quite an honor. When you have a chance to visit a restaurant that is new to you, that’s another honor. It gave me a chance to get acquainted with his running mates, Councilman Rich Conte and candidate Pat Verile. Not that either is a stranger to me, but it offered a chance to see the candidates in a different atmosphere. It was a good experience! Read more

Create-A-Mattress™ (www.Create-A-Mattress.com) has launched as an innovative website allowing consumers to choose the materials, softness, features and other dimensions to create made-to-order mattresses based on personal preferences as well as health requirements, with national delivery.

“We recognize that traditional mattress shopping often leaves consumers confused and frustrated,” said Create-A-Mattress Founder/CEO Evan Saks. “By offering shoppers the opportunity to configure their beds, along with the information they need to make the right choices, we are making both the buying and sleeping experiences more comfortable.” Read more

The BoatUS Trailering Club’s Top 3 Reasons for Trailer Mishaps

With the boating season now in full swing, the miles are starting to add up for the thousands of boaters and anglers trailering their boats and fishing rigs to their favorite waterway. The BoatUS Trailering Club, which offers “Trailer Assist” roadside assistance for both disabled boat trailers and their tow vehicles, says if you want your trailer travels to remain trouble-free, now is the time to keep a close eye on your trailer for wear and damage. Read more

Property Manager Honored for Contributions to City's Ongoing Revitalization

Matrix Development Group, one of the Northeast's most active and well-regarded real estate investment and development companies, has announced that property manager Michele Cade has been awarded the prestigious Valuable Service Award for her work with New Brunswick City Market. Read more

Residents and guests of Heritage Pointe of Teaneck, a full-service rental retirement community, got timely advice from area banking and healthcare professionals during a recent presentation titled “Safe Time in the Summertime.”

Attendees learned important details on what identity theft is and how it happens from Danny Lu, assistant manager, and Craig Nichols, branch manager, of The Berkshire Bank in Teaneck. The bankers also shared tips on how to avoid becoming a victim of identity theft, and the necessary steps to take in order to re-establish one’s identity and credit stability if it occurs. Read more