Baraka annouces $2 million emergency aid to combat food insecurity and food deserts
Mayor Ras J. Baraka announces the availability of funding for the Nourishing Newark Community Grants Program.
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NAACP Perth Amboy Area Branch denounces Proud Boys in Woodbridge
NAACP Perth Amboy Area Branch is calling on elected officials to appoint officials of Woodbridge Township to join us in standing against this designated terrorist hate group.
NJ Human Services awards contract to to reduce opioid treatment gap experienced by Black residents
Acting Commissioner Sarah Adelman announces the Department has awarded a contract to provide cultural competency training for opioid treatment providers to narrow the treatment gap experienced by Black residents, who are statistically less likely to receive or access services.
‘The Tea with Ms. Tina Knowles Lawson’ Fireside Chat, filmed at Newark Symphony Hall, to Premiere on NWK-TV on Feb. 28
Newark Symphony Hall (NSH) announces today the exclusive fireside chat with Tina Knowles Lawson it hosted last fall is broadcasting on NWK-TV, as well as streaming on NSH’s Facebook and YouTube pages, on February 28 at 9 p.m. ET.
President of Ghana joins T.D. Jakes’ International Leadership Summit
The president of one of Africa’s wealthiest and most stable countries is bringing his international leadership and expertise to the International Leadership Summit.
VIDEO: Menendez pushes for greater equity in homeownership
During a Senate Banking Committee hearing today, U.S. Senator Bob Menendez (D-N.J.) pushed for greater equity in the housing market, noting the significant racial homeownership gap that exists in the United States.
Maximize tax refunds and avoid penalties with five W-2 tips
Form W-2, Wage and Tax Statement, is a vital resource for determining 2021 taxes and future social security benefits.
Stroke risk among older adults highest in first 3 days after COVID-19 diagnosis
The risk of stroke among older adults diagnosed with COVID-19 was highest within the first three days of diagnosis, according to preliminary research to be presented at the American Stroke Association’s International Stroke Conference 2022,
New study reveals young E-Cigarette users develop wheezing, other respiratory symptoms
A new study funded by the American Lung Association reveals that young adults who used e-cigarettes were more likely to develop respiratory issues within one year of vaping.
NJ Department of Education announces release of comprehensive school-based Mental Health Resource Guide
The New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE) releases its Comprehensive School-Based Mental Health Resource Guide to help districts address the mental health needs of students throughout the state.