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The Observer Newspaper Joins Local Heroes For Thanksgiving Food Drive food pantry harrison nj observer newspaper the observer newspaper turkey giveaway Nov 19, 2024

In the spirit of giving, The Observer, a local newspaper serving the Town of Harrison and neighboring communities, is teaming up with Kearny PBA No. 21, FMBA Local 18/218, and CS-11 to host a Thanksgiving Food Drive. Their mission: to ensure every family in need has a hearty Thanksgiving meal,...

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Red Bulls & Kean University Athletes Team Up For Turkey Giveaway harrison fest turkey meal drive harrison nj kean univesity red bull arena traffic traffic bulletin turkey giveaway Nov 18, 2024

In a heartwarming display of community partnership, the New York Red Bulls and Kean University are joining forces to spread Thanksgiving cheer to families in need. On Thursday, November 21, 2024, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., the Red Bull Arena in Harrison, NJ, will host a Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway,...

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Hudson County Honors Local Veterans in Jersey City Ceremony councilman lawrence bennett craig guy cristina sanchez harrison nj hudson county executive craig guy lawrence bennett mark makowski thomas veith veterans veterans day Nov 15, 2024

Hudson County Executive Craig Guy led a heartfelt ceremony in Jersey City to honor the service and sacrifices of local veterans as part of the county’s annual Veterans Day commemorations. Among this year’s honorees from West Hudson were Cristina Sanchez of Harrison, Thomas Veith of...

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Harrison Mayor & Council Meeting Nov. 19, 2024 @ Harrison Town Hall harrison nj harrison redevelopment agency mayor & council mayor james fife public session zoning board of adjustment Nov 13, 2024

The Mayor and Council of Harrison are scheduled to convene on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, at 6:15 p.m. in the Third Floor Conference Room of the Harrison Town Hall. This meeting is expected to draw significant attention, as it marks the first time the governing body will meet since its last...

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Check Your Lottery Ticket As Local Store Sold Million $ Lottery Ticket harrison nj jersey cash 5 lottery kearny nj new bergen winee & liquors nj lottery Nov 12, 2024

A very lucky New Jersey Lottery player has struck gold, winning a $1,302,942 Jersey Cash 5 Jackpot with a ticket purchased at New Bergen Wines & Liquors located at 230 Kearny Avenue in the neighboring Town of Kearny, NJ  on Sunday, November 10, 2024.

The winning numbers for that...

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Stunning Upset: Trump Wins 4th Ward in Heavily Democratic Harrison, NJ councilman james doran donald trump epa harrison nj james fife kamala harris mayor & council mayor james fife november election pilot presidential election property taxes rent increase toxic sludge toxic sludge plant Nov 11, 2024

In a surprising twist in the 2024 presidential election, Republican candidate Donald Trump captured significant ground in Harrison, New Jersey—a town traditionally known for its strong Democratic leanings. Trump won three districts outright and took the Fourth Ward with 568 votes to Kamala...

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Harrison, NJ's Public Library Desperately Needs a Children's Room election systems & software fema harrison nj harrison public library stem Nov 09, 2024

In a time when public libraries have become vibrant community hubs, offering everything from STEM programs to tech resources, the Town of Harrison, NJ, is facing a glaring oversight: the lack of a dedicated children's room in its public library. This is particularly troubling given that a...

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Gotham FC Hosts Playoff Game Against Portland Thorns Sun. Nov.10, 2024 eli manning gotham fc harrison nj harrison police department nj ny gotham fc portland thorne fc portland thorns traffic bulletin Nov 08, 2024

In an electrifying milestone for NJ/NY Gotham FC (Gotham FC), they are set to host their first-ever Red Bull Arena home playoff game in the club's history on Sunday, November 10, 2024. The match, which kicks off at 3 p.m., sees Gotham FC facing off against the Portland Thorns in the quarterfinals...

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Solemn Tribute to Valor & Sacrifice: Harrison Honors Veterans Day 2024 donald b. scott harrison nj harrison post no 282 american legion harrison veterans plaza joseph p. mobus library park scott mobus place veterans veterans day vfw post 340 world war ii world war ii monument Nov 06, 2024

On Monday, November 11, 2024, the Town of Harrison, New Jersey, gathered to honor its veterans with a heartfelt Veterans Day ceremony led by Harrison Post 282 American Legion and Sergeant William Sawelson VFW Post 340. The observance, held at 11 a.m. at Veteran’s Plaza in Harrison Library...

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Where & How to Vote in Harisonā€™s 2024 Presidential Election election election 2024 election day election systems & software expressvote xl harrison nj presidential election Nov 04, 2024

As the 2024 Presidential Election is upon us, it's crucial to understand where and how to vote to ensure your voice is heard. If you missed Early Voting or Vote By Mail, you can still vote using what a decade ago was the only way to Vote, In Person on Election Day. In New Jersey, polling...

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Daylight Savings Time Sun. Nov. 3, 2024: Clocks One Hour Back In Time daylight savings time harrison nj Nov 03, 2024

Daylight Saving Time (DST) is the practice of moving clocks forward by one hour during warmer months to extend evening daylight, a system that will come to an end this year on Sunday, November 3, 2024, as clocks "fall back" by an hour. The change occurs at 2 a.m. when 2 a.m. becomes 1 a.m. adding...

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Red Bulls v. Columbus Crew Playoff Game Sun. Nov. 3, 2024 columbus crew columbus crew soccer dj kd harrison nj harrison police department mls mls playoff new york red bulls nini iris red bull arena traffic bulletin Nov 02, 2024

The New York Red Bulls are set to take on the Columbus Crew at Red Bull Arena in Harrison, NJ, on Sunday, November 3, 2024, with kickoff scheduled for 4:30 p.m.

The first 15,000 fans will receive a free RED RUNS DEEP rally towel, with all doors opening at 3 p.m.. The BULLevard begins at 1 p.m.,...

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