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Tuesday, June 19, 2012

Part 2: Bergen County And You, Perfect Together?

A deeper look at the birth of an economic development program designed to make Bergen County a better tourist destination.

During a public forum on economic development at Bergen Community College in Paramus last week, local business leaders, educators, residents, and government officials met to discuss ways on how to make Bergen County a desirable tourist destination.    The goal is to attract visitors from across the country and around the globe through major events and destinations such as Wrestlemania, the Ironman U.S. Championships, the Super Bowl, and the Meadowlands American Dream, an entertainment destination, which will feature the country’s tallest Ferris wheel, year-round indoor skiing and snowboarding, restaurants, and shopping and more. The hope is to attract more businesses and residents to the area, and in turn, allow the County and local …

Wednesday, June 13, 2012

Bergen County And You, Perfect Together?

Local business leaders, educators, developers, and government officials meet to discuss ways on how to make Bergen County a desirable tourist destination

If Destination Bergen County, a campaign designed to drive tourism to the region, can be nearly as successful as the 1970’s “I Love New York” campaign was for New York City, the think tank behind the effort could exceed expectations.  The economic development program presented June 12 by members of the 2012 Bergen LEADS class during a public forum at Bergen Community College (BCC) opened the possibilities by presenting ideas that highlight the best Bergen County has to offer including historical sites, almost 9,000 acres of county parks, and a multitude of dining and shopping choices that make Bergen County a viable tourist destination.  Major events coming to Bergen County over the next year or two could also aid in the branding effort to…

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Sally G

8:01 pm on Sunday, November 4, 2012

Gary, Mr. Mays is a known provocateur. He will insist on the last word, and will bait endlessly. Most of us are with you.   more ›

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