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Trenton Council names new President

Dozens of Trentonians celebrated earlier this week when newly elected Trenton Council member Teska Frisby was appointed President at-large of the council at the first official and joint meeting of the newly formed legislative arm in the Capital City. Frisby (West Ward) joined fellow council members Joe Harrison (East Ward), Jenna Figueroa Kettenberg (South Ward), […]

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Full local control returned to Jersey City Public School

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Murphy, Fulop and regional leaders in-person June 23 at The Jersey City Summit for real estate investment

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Franklin School and New Jersey City University team up to provide high school students with access to NJCU athletic facilities

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Survey says Camden and Trenton among the most dangerous places to live

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Mary McLeod Bethune statue unveiled in Jersey City
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