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NBHS Class Reunion of 1979 announced

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NBHS Class of 1979

Saturday Sept 21, 2019
Meadowlands Plaza Hotel

7:00PM-11:00PM
40 Wood Ave. Secaucus NJ
(Reunion Price $100 per person)
Includes Food an Open Bar

Website To Pay:
nbhs1979reunion.cheddarup.com

(No tickets available at the door)

Shuttle from Secaucus Junction Train Station to Hotel

HOTEL ROOMS BLOCKED (Rate Expires August 15, 2019 )
Special Rate $94.00 plus tax Includes Hot Breakfast!
Single/ Double Occupancy

Online- meadowlandsplazahotel.com
Group Rate Code – NBHSRC79
Call Direct – 1-201-272-1000

Candidates for Assembly call out Sacco for indecision on marijuana legalization

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Although marijuana legalization is supported by New Jersey’s Governor Phil Murphy and also has wide support among all age groups in the state, on March 25, 2019, the vote to legalize marijuana was canceled after a lack of support.

“Many of our assemblymen/women and our senators remain “undecided”. We were shocked to see that not only did our two LD32 assemblyman/woman, Angelica Jimenez and Pedro Mejia, remain undecided, but so did our senator, Nicholas Sacco,” says the Quesada-Mahmoud campaign. “Clearly, these democrats are not representing the actual will of the people, and the Quesada Mahmoud campaign are committed to doing just that.”

“The Quesada Mahmoud campaign believes in passing legislation that will eliminate employers from forcing mandatory drug testing as a precursor to employment, as well as banning the box – meaning individuals do not have to provide that they were previously incarcerated. These draconian laws disproportionately affect men of color and it’s time to ban these laws that perpetuate a cycle of poverty.”

In a previous talk the state Senator & Mayor Sacco’s spokesperson says, “They’re many Senators that are definitely voting no, and he [Sacco] is not one of them. He has a few questions about the language of the bill such as municipality regulations.”

This is a slight change from the Mayor’s previous position of “not taking a position.”

North Bergen DPW Unveils New Violations Trucks, 'Broom & Barrel' Program to Keep Township Streets Clean

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The township’s Department of Public Works recently began two new initiatives designed to keep the community cleaner than ever before. Under the leadership of Mayor Nicholas Sacco and Commissioner Frank Gargiulo, the DPW purchased three new violations trucks that are now accompanying the department’s street sweepers on their daily routes. Through a partnership with the North Bergen Parking Authority, the trucks are being used to enforce street cleaning parking rules as well as to carry additional cleaning equipment and to pick up bulk items left on curbs by residents.

In addition, last month the DPW began a new “Broom & Barrel” cleaning program designed to tidy up North Bergen streets. Six part-time employees have been hired to staff the program, which involves sweeping heavily trafficked commercial areas like Bergenline Avenue, Broadway and Kennedy Boulevard. Crews are also working to clean areas near township schools after dismissal, and are available for spot work in residential areas when issues are reported by residents.

“Protecting our quality of life is always a priority for our entire team, so I’m glad to see the Department of Public Works offer these new programs that are making our streets and sidewalks cleaner than ever,” said Mayor Sacco.

Two of the new violations trucks were paid for by Clean Communities grant funding, saving North Bergen taxpayers $50,000.

“We can count on our hardworking DPW employees to do whatever they can to keep our streets clean, and I commend our DPW Director John Shaw and his team for always doing an excellent job keeping North Bergen clean,” said Commissioner Gargiulo.

North Bergen Police Participating in Distracted Driving Enforcement and Education CampaignUDrive. UText. UPay. April 1 – April 21, 2019

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NORTH BERGEN, NJ — Law enforcement officers from the North Bergen Police Department will be cracking down on distracted drivers during April as part of New Jersey’s UDrive. UText. UPay. enforcement campaign.

Beginning April 1 and running through April 21, the high visibility law enforcement initiative will target motorists who engage in dangerous distracted driving behaviors such as talking on hand-held cell phones and sending text messages while driving.

“Distracted driving is a serious safety issue that can cause injuries and even death to drivers and pedestrians, and it’s important that all drivers understand that this behavior will not be tolerated in North Bergen,” said Public Safety Commissioner Allen Pascual. “Our North Bergen Police Department will be participating in this program to make sure our community stays safe for our children and all residents.”

Eric Heitmann, Director of the New Jersey Division of Highway Traffic Safety, points out that New Jersey is one of only four states nationally (along with Maine, Connecticut, and Oregon) to qualify for and receive dedicated federal grant funding to combat distracted driving.

“This is clearly one of the most critical traffic safety issues that we face today,” Heitmann said. “The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that in 2016 alone, 3,450 people were killed in distracted driving crashes and an estimated 391,000 people were injured in motor vehicle crashes involving a distracted driver.”

In New Jersey, driver inattention was listed as a contributing circumstance in 53 percent of the state’s crashes in 2016. Driver inattention was in fact listed as a contributing factor in crashes at a rate nine times higher than that of the next highest contributing factor (speed).

The campaign is being carried out during the month of April, which the National Safety Council has designated as Distracted Driving Awareness Month. The New Jersey campaign is modeled after similar successful high visibility enforcement programs such as Click It or Ticket and Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over.

Nicholas J. Sacco Foundation Will Fund New Performances of NBHS Drama Sensation 'Alien'

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The Nicholas J. Sacco Foundation, a non-profit founded by Mayor Nick Sacco, will fund additional performances of North Bergen High School’s production of ‘Alien.’ The show became an unexpected sensation in recent days, and the funding will allow students to perform the play again at a later date to be announced.

“All of North Bergen is proud of the incredibly creative and inventive play our students created, and it’s only right that they have the opportunity to perform it one more time now that it has gained such notoriety,” said Mayor Sacco. “I’m excited that our Foundation can play a role in making this happen and I can’t wait to watch ‘Alien’ and see our students shine.”

‘Alien’ premiered last week at NBHS and immediately became an online hit, with social media posts showing the elaborate sets and costumes created by students going viral and attracting attention from celebrities and journalists. The play has been written about in local and entertainment focused news outlets, who praised the students for the offbeat production. Mayor Sacco contacted Superintendent of Schools Dr. George Solter over the weekend and offered to cover the costs of new shows.

“We have all been absolutely floored by the positive attention this play has brought to our school and our students, and it is wonderful to see Mayor Sacco step up and provide funding so that our incredible cast will once again be able to showcase their months of hard work,” said NBHS Drama Teacher Perfecto Cuervo, who directed the play. “On behalf of our students I want to thank Mayor Sacco and invite everyone to come out and see the show.”

Trading bikes for burgers as Jimmy D's closes

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Jimmy D's Blue's Saloon

The establishment that once brought droves of leather jackets and Harley Davidsons to midtown North Bergen officially closed their doors on December 21st, 2018.

Jimmy D’s Blues Saloon was purchased in 1991, and built its reputation as a fun, neighborhood dive bar. But after 25 years, the owner put the building up for sale.

Realtor (and occasionally Jimmy D’s bartender) Vienna Bello facilitated the sale of the property, however, after 4 years on the market the Blues Saloonwas still up for grabs.

Bello, a lifelong Hudson County resident, decided to take a chance on the bar and re-open as “Hudson Burger & Beers.”

Why burgers?

“Before Jimmy D’s, the bar was named Ray’s Old Mill Tavern, and they were known for their burgers and cherry bombs,” says Bello. “I thought it would be great to bring that back to the neighborhood.”

Vienna says she is putting a lot of emphasis on building as a community.

“We are going to purchase our meat from Pat LaFrieda, our buns from Hudson Bread, and our beer from NJ Beer Co. All North Bergen based companies.”

But before the decor and sign changed, the bar will open for one “last hoorah” as Jimmy D’s on Friday, 1 March 2019

“Please join us as we celebrate over 25 years of memories one last time as Jimmy D’s Blues Saloon,” Bello invites the public. “Complimentary buffet style food provided while it lasts. Bring your cameras. Look forward to seeing you there!”

North Bergen's Amanda Pace wins first ever NJSIAA Girls Wrestling Tournament

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Sunday, February 17, 2019, was a historic day for NJ High School Athletics. This was the first year of the NJSIAA Girls Wrestling Regional Tournament.

Female wrestlers from New Jersey High Schools throughout the state competed in this event. This was a special day for NJ female athletes including those from North Bergen HS.

Emelin Aguilar, Sujeydy Gonzalez and Amanda Pace are the first-ever to compete in the NJSIAA Girls Wrestling Tournament.

Special recognition and congratulations to Amanda Pace, who won the tournament and captured the gold medal. Amanda is North Bergen’s first girl’s regional wrestling champion. She will travel to Atlantic City where she will represent NBHS in her quest to capture a championship.