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Plainfield’s Queen City Film Festival Showcases Diverse Voices In Global Cinema

Plainfield’s 2025 Queen City Film Festival showcases global films and celebrates underrepresented filmmakers.

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Audible Unveils The Pillars Retail Hub In Newark

Audible and Newark opened The Pillars, a new 15,000-sq-ft retail hub boosting small businesses and community life near Harriet Tubman Square.

How New Jersey Has Become “Hollywood East”

NJ's film industry is booming thanks to tax credits, diversity incentives, and new studios, earning the state the nickname “Hollywood East.”

Newark Arts Festival To Fill The City With Joy, Creativity, And Global Talent

The Newark Arts Festival returns Oct. 8–12, bringing art, music, and creativity to the heart of the Brick City.

NJ Leaders Highlight Stakes And Voter Impact Of 2025 Governor’s Race

NJ leaders urge higher turnout in the 2025 governor’s race, stressing the power of informed and engaged voters.

Newark Police Consent Decree Nears Its End: What Does This Mean For City Residents?

Newark residents voice frustration as trust in police remains fragile nearly 10 years into federal consent decree reforms.

United Celebrates Summer Turnaround At Newark Airport

United Airlines highlighted Newark Airport upgrades with better performance, job growth, sustainability, and expanded international service.

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Black Men Vote Assembles NJ Leaders For Town Hall

The nonprofit gathered local community leaders and elected officials at Kean University for a town hall panel about voter registration and civic power amongst Black men in New Jersey.

Plainfield And Amazon Donate Backpacks To Local Students

Plainfield families got free backpacks and supplies from Amazon and the Historic Society after summer storms.

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Trenton’s Environmental Solutions Put Spotlight On Governor’s Race

Local leaders and advocates gathered in Trenton to showcase the city’s efforts to create healthy, energy-efficient communities as the gubernatorial race nears its end.