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Service to the Community
Empowering Students to Use Their Gifts in Service to Others Article by AnneMarie Vaughn | Photography by Immaculate Heart Academy There is a reason why Immaculate Heart Academy has been repeatedly named the Best Private School in Bergen County. In addition to its rigorous academic program and powerhouse athletics, students are empowered on a daily basis to lead with confidence and contribute meaningfully to the world around them. Service at IHA is more than just something that is required; it...
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Life + Culture
Tacos, Tiles and a Whole Lot of Heart
Building Hands, Building Hope: How Cinco de Mahjong Rallied Bergen County for Children Experiencing Foster Care Article and Photography by Carly Mac Manus Margaritas. Mahjong tiles. And somewhere between the tacos and the first winning hand of the night, something quietly remarkable happened. What looked from the outside like the most fun Tuesday in Upper Saddle River’s recent memory turned out to be something far more intentional: a room full of neighbors who showed up to play a game and...
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Fitness
Built for a Lifetime:
Aeon Gymnastics helps children discover strength, joy, and resilience through movement Article by Julian Crest | Photography by Clara Wang Photography Some friendships last a lifetime. For Amanda Lorenz and Stephanie Green, that friendship also became the foundation for a business that has impacted thousands of children across Bergen County. The co-owners of Aeon Fitness and Gymnastics first met in third grade while growing up in Park Ridge. As young athletes, they spent countless hours...
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Oreo Ice Cream - No Churn
Article and Photography by Gwynn Galvin With just four ingredients you'll have Oreo Ice Cream for dessert! This homemade ice cream is so easy to make without an ice cream maker. Equipment: electric mixer hand mixer spatula measuring spoons loaf pan Ingredients: 1 pint heavy cream 1 Tablespoon vanillaextract 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk 15 oreo cookies , crushed, about 1 1/2 cups crushed cookies Instructions: Beat the heavy cream...
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At Northern Highlands City Lifestyle, we celebrate Allendale, Ho-Ho-Kus, Saddle River, and Upper Saddle River through stories that reflect the heart of the community. From local leaders and small businesses to fun events and hidden gems, we spotlight what makes this area shine. Each month, our print, digital, and social content-brought to life by a talented creative team-spotlights what makes the Northern Highlands a wonderful place to live.












