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David Mosca

David Mosca joined NJ Urban News in March 2025, covering New Jersey’s Black and underserved communities, along with arts and culture. He previously spent seven years as a staff writer for the Jersey Journal, reporting on arts, grassroots organizations and local businesses until the paper closed in February 2025. He now works as a freelance writer. Mosca earned a bachelor’s degree in English with a concentration in journalism from New Jersey City University, where he wrote for the Gothic Times.

David Mosca's Latest Articles

Alabama Story Addresses The Fight Over Censorship In A New Jersey Production

The Theater Project’s production, running Aug. 6–17 in Union, tells the true story of a librarian who defied political pressure to ban a children’s book—and sparks conversations about censorship that continue today.

Paterson Jazz In The Park Returns With National Talent, Local Pride

Free festival celebrates the city's musical heritage with acclaimed jazz artists, local performers, food vendors, and family-friendly activities.

Public Art Installation at American Dream Mall Celebrates World Cup

The free exhibit, running through July 20, features soccer-themed sculptures and paintings steps from MetLife Stadium.

This Free Jazz Festival Is Taking Over Montclair All Summer

Dianne Reeves, Patrice Rushen, a Smithsonian collab, and 30,000 fans in the street. Here's everything you need to know about the Montclair Jazz Festival 2026.

Jersey City residents push back on third West Side waste facility

Concerned residents can voice their concerns at an April 28 Jersey City Hall hearing

Philly Artist Traced Her Family Back 8 Generations. The Result Is On View At Rowan University.

NJ native Jazlyne Sabree spent three years in census records and plantation archives. Her new exhibit, "The Spectrum of Resilience," turns that research into large-scale collage.

Newark Nonprofit Will Turn Vacant Lots Into Year-Round Urban Farms

Urban Seeds Grow will build hydroponic greenhouses and affordable housing on two vacant Newark lots, aiming to produce 50,000 pounds of fresh food annually.

From Foster Care To Dog Rescue: How Jersey City’s Rescue Treats Is Changing the Game

Honored by Jersey City, entrepreneur Arron Jones-Williams uses his resilience as a former foster youth to fund dog rescues.

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How an Afternoon in Newark Built the 25-Year Legacy of Jazz House Kids

Now in its 25th year, Jazz House Kids in Montclair continues its mission of bringing live music to students from various communities.

5-Time Grammy Winner Lalah Hathway Returns To Rahway March 6

Catch the R&B icon live at the Union County Performing Arts Center for a night of soulful hits from her latest album, Vantablack.