News & Opinion
A significant street closure, along Passaic Avenue, is set to disrupt daily routines for residents of West Hudson, particularly impacting those who use Passaic Avenue in East Newark. The closure, which begins at 10 a.m. on Monday, February 5, 2024, will stretch from Central Avenue to Johnston...
In an ambitious return to the stage, the West Hudson Arts & Theatre Company (WhatCo) is proud to present Agatha Christie's riveting classic, "And Then There Were None." Directed by the accomplished Cynthia Ross and expertly managed by Jasmine Viera, this production promises to immerse...
Advance Realty Investors has recently revealed an impressive array of indoor amenities at The Wyldes, the newest luxury apartment complex in Harrison’s Redevelopment Zone. The development, designed by MHS Architecture, encompasses 399 upscale studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments,...
Are you ready for the Red Bull Arena’s awakening for the 2024 season? A little over a month from today (1/31/2024) or 38 days exactly the New York Red Bulls will have their home opener at the Red Bull Arena against FC Dallas to open up their 2024 Major League Soccer (MLS) season. The...
Last Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at the Franklin D. Roosevelt School in Kearny, NJ, Shawn M. LaTourette, the Commissioner of the New Jersey Department of Environment Protection (DEP), passionately pitched the Greenway Project as a transformative opportunity for the residents of Kearny. The...
In a significant victory for environmental justice, New Jersey Transit has abandoned its plans to construct a gas-burning power plant in South Kearny, New Jersey. This decision marks a crucial win for the residents of Kearny, Harrison, and East Newark, collectively known as the West Hudson...
In the heart of winter, as the world observes International Holocaust Remembrance Day, we recall not only the immense tragedy of the Holocaust but also the extraordinary acts of bravery that shimmered amidst one of history's darkest periods. This day, marked each year on January 27th, the...
Harrison, NJ is welcoming an innovative new addition to its community – Bubbly Paws, a unique pet grooming salon offering both self-service and professional grooming services. The grand opening weekend is set for Saturday, January 26, 2024, promising a delightful experience for pet lovers...
Recent winters have been mild compared to winters in the 1990s. Let's take a trip back to 1995 and recall a significant transformation in the Town of Harrison's approach to snow management, all thanks to the visionary efforts of former Councilman Anselmo Millan.
Back in 1995, Councilman Millan,...
The Harrison Planning Board is scheduled to meet on Wednesday, January 24, 2024, at 5:45 p.m. (Caucus) and 6 pm (Meeting) via Zoom, to revisit the contentious issue of a cannabis retail store application while also reappointing its attorney, planner, and consulting engineering firm. Zoom log-in...
In a perplexing turn of events, two individuals were shot last Thursday afternoon (1/18/2024) in what appears to be a shrouded incident in Harrison, NJ. The shooting reportedly took place sometime before 2 p.m., but the circumstances surrounding the event are raising eyebrows.
According to...
As the Harrison Redevelopment Agency (HRA) gears up for its critical meeting on January 22, 2024, at 1 p.m. in the Mayor's 3rd Floor Conference Room in the Harrison Town Hall, a shadow of controversy hangs over the proceedings. The meeting, set to address a range of fiscal and administrative...
