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Trenton City Council president sued again

Embattled Trenton City council President Kathy McBride is being sued by the Trenton Police Superior Officer’s Association (SOA) for gross violations of the Open Public Meetings Act (OPMA) and not allowing residents, constituents, and others to speak openly at public City Council meetings, according to a copy of the lawsuit filed in the capital city on Tuesday.

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Rev. Dr. Freddie Haynes Resigns from Presidency of Rainbow/PUSH Coalition:

By Hazel Trice Edney Few details were available at Trice Edney News Wire deadline, but according to Dr. Haynes’ April 16 statement titled, “Public Resignation…

Elizabeth man Charged in Connection with Fatal Collision

On October 28, 2023, at 5:00 A.M., authorities responded to Route 35 South in thevicinity of Fred’s Bait and Tackle Shop, following the report of…

Governor Murphy, Attorney General Platkin Announce $12 Million in Funding for Community Crisis Response Teams

In January 2024, Governor Murphy signed the Seabrooks-Washington Community-Led Crisis Response Act, A5326/S4250, into law. The bill, named for Najee Seabrooks and Andrew Washington, who…

Update: Manuel Rivera Succumbs to his Injuries and Pronounced Deceased, April 17, 2024.

Middlesex County Prosecutor Yolanda Ciccone and Chief Daniel Plumacker of the Sayreville Police Department announced today that Manuel Rivera, 43, of Sayreville, was pronounced deceased…

Op-Ed: Why MAGA Policies Are Detrimental to Black Communities

NNPA NEWSWIRE – MAGA proponents peddle baseless claims of widespread voter fraud to justify voter suppression tactics that disproportionately target Black voters. From restrictive voter…

Biden-Harris Administration Releases First Set of Draft Rules to Provide Debt Relief to Millions of Borrowers

To date, the Biden-Harris Administration has taken historic action to approve debt cancellation for nearly 4.3 million borrowers, totaling $153 billion in debt forgiveness through…

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The Pediatric Emergency Department at Joseph M. Sanzari Children’s Hospital Becomes the First Autism Certified Center in the State 

As part of the CAC designation process, at least 80% of physicians, nurses and patient-facing department staff completed a training and certification program to better understand…

Northern NJ Community Foundation Celebrates Earth Month and Announces Partnership With Hackensack Public Schools

The Northern New Jersey Community Foundation celebrates Earth Month and announces a partnership with the Hackensack Public Schools district to address the problem of flooding and…

Fourth Man Charged in Connection with New Brunswick Shooting

Middlesex County Prosecutor Yolanda Ciccone and Chief Vincent Sabo of the New Brunswick Police Department announced today that a fourth man has been arrested and charged…

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Arts u0026amp; Culture

“Artistic Expressions”: JON-J Hosts a Celebration of Black History with African American Art 

Nahshon Bolton, President of the Bergen County chapter of JON-J, put together this event with the organization’s past and present leaders in attendance, hoping to get…

Our Lady of Mount Carmel Oratory in Montclair, NJ will Host Exhibit Feb. 24, Sacred Relics of Jesus, Virgin Mary and More

The event — which is presented by Joseph Santoro, the International Crusade for Holy Relics’ (ICHR) regional delegate to the U.S. — will include several authenticated…

Hudson County Community College Foundation Art Collection Celebrates the Incredible Works of African American Artists  

With Black History Month upon us, it’s a good time to reflect on and celebrate the rich and diverse contributions and experiences of African and African…

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Education

Atlantic City Superintendent Charged With Child Abuse

Laura Waters is managing editor of NJ Education Report where this report was originally published.  Dr. Small has been the superintendent of Atlantic City school district,…

Aspiring Physician at Kean University Advocates for Diversity in Medicine

The cell and molecular biology student from Plainfield advocates for underrepresented students entering healthcare fields. Watch this video to see how Kean’s welcoming community supports future physicians like…

BOB MARLEY: One Love Social Impact Scholarship Applications Open April 1 – April 30, 2024

This scholarship is specifically tailored to support rising sophomore, junior, and senior students pursuing degrees in community organizing, nonprofit management, public policy, or social justice-related programs…

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Business u0026amp; Finance

Easy, Safe, and for Everyone: The Essentials of Opening a Bank Account

There are many reasons for opening a bank account. From depositing a check to making a transfer, working with a bank makes it seamless to manage your…

Tamara Suvil, a New Jersey-based Community Manager at JPMorgan Chase

Women’s History Month is a time to come together to celebrate and recognize the achievements and contributions of women throughout the years. For this Women’s History…

How to Navigate an Election Year When it Comes to Your Finances

Study the past to calm anxiety: A quick look at historical data can help you make level-headed investment decisions during a bumpy election cycle. As it…

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Health

NJEDA BOARD APPROVES ANCHOR TENANTS FOR MATERNAL AND INFANT HEALTH INNOVATION CENTER

The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) Board approved three anchor tenants to lead the Maternal and Infant Health Innovation Center (MIHIC) in Trenton. These entities, Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey; Capital…

RWJBarnabas Health Recognizes Black Maternal Health Week 2024 

From April 11 – 17, System Will Host Several Virtual Educational Events Raising Awareness for Black Maternal Health  RWJBarnabas Health, the largest, most comprehensive academic health system…

Jersey City Raises Flag for National Autism Acceptance Month

In honor of National Autism Acceptance Month, Jersey City raised its Autism Acceptance Flag on April 2nd in a ceremony outside City Hall. Presented by The…

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Sports

“Where Are They Now?”

In 1973, as an 8-year-old, I began my journey into the world of college basketball, and it all started with the Seton Hall Pirates. Hailing from…

‘Where Are They Now?”

“I vividly recall my high school days in the 1980s, poring over articles about a remarkable basketball talent from Bayonne High School in New Jersey. Initially,…

Gender Bias in Power Five Schools:

Unraveling Gender Bias in Power Five Schools: The Issue The Power 5 Conferences, comprising the ACC, Big Ten, Big 12, Pac-12, and SEC, boast numerous high-profile…

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Politics

Gallup Finds Black Generational Divide on Affirmative Action By Charlene Crowell

Writing for the majority, Chief Justice John Roberts said in part, “In these cases we consider whether the admissions systems used by Harvard College and the University of North…

Racial Justice Advocates: Appeals Court Should Affirm Lower Court’s Decision to Stop Use of County Line

NEWARK – In an amicus curiae brief filed today, the New Jersey Institute for Social Justice and Campaign Legal Center – on behalf of the League…

Protect New Jersey’s Open Public Records Act (OPRA) 

The NJ OPRA Law is vital to our democracy. It is an important tool of transparency that advocates and members of the media use to hold our…

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Summit Church Aims to Plant 500 Trees to Champion Pope Francis’ Eco-Initiative

The parish created its tree-planting program in 2021 to support “Laudato Si,” Pope Francis’ 2015…

“The Moment” by Bakari Sellers

Every now and then, Bakari Sellers says he pulls out a black-and-white photograph that was…

“The Black Box: Writing the Race” by Henry Louis Gates, Jr.

Nearly ten years ago, when his granddaughter was born, Henry Louis Gates, Jr. asked his…

“The Wives: A Memoir” by Simone Gorrindo

She told him she’d leave him. When her partner, Andrew, said he was thinking of…

NJEDA Extends Deadline for Employee Ownership Program Feedback

Businesses, community development financial institutions and minority depository institutions now have until 24 April to…

Join Sunny Hostin for an Exclusive Fireside Chat and Book Signing

Get ready to be captivated by an afternoon of inspiration and empowerment asThe Pearls of…

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