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Newark Symphony Hall Celebrates 100 Years With Massive Restoration Project

New Jersey’s iconic Black-led arts institution is getting a high-tech facelift, including new TV studios and an arts lab by fall.

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Phillipsburg to Honor “Unknown Black Child” with Memorial at Historic Cemetery

The town is currently fundraising via GoFundMe to support the plaque and other local Black history initiatives.

Wellpoint New Jersey and Civic Association Partner on Paterson Impact Grant Focused on Grassroots Solutions for Community Well-Being
Middlesex County NJ Resolution to Ban ICE Operations on County Property

The resolution follows Gov. Mikie Sherrill’s recent executive order

How To Secure A $5,000 Grant For Your Neighborhood In Newark

Newark's Love Your Block initiative offers residents grants for neighborhood beautification and sustainability projects.

South Plainfield House Fire Leaves One Dead, Multiple Injured

Fatal Cedarbrook Avenue fire under investigation as officials rule out foul play.

A City Surveilled

Camden operates the largest drone program in South Jersey with little regulation. But whose safety does it really serve?

Wali Bey, 42, Identified In Deadly Newark Police Shooting

NJ officials identified the man and officer involved in a fatal Newark police shooting now under investigation by the Attorney General.

Olympic Fencer Ibtihaj Muhammad Brings Message Of Representation To Plainfield

Plainfield Public Schools marked Muslim Heritage Month with a community celebration honoring Islamic culture and student leadership.

Why Newark Liberty Airport Keeps Appearing In Measles Exposure Alerts

Newark Liberty’s repeated measles exposure alerts highlight how heavy travel and a national measles resurgence increase risks at major U.S. airports.