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Harrison Mayor & Council Meeting: Key Decisions Tues. Dec 5, 2023 agenda epa gregory castano jr. harrison harrison nj mayor & council rca development zone Dec 05, 2023

The Town of Harrison's Mayor and Council are scheduled to convene on Tuesday, December 5, 2023, at 6:15 p.m. in a meeting that promises to be significant for the future of the town. Key issues on the agenda include changes to the RCA Redevelopment Zone plan and various legal contracts involving...

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Holiday Happenings: Christmas 2023 Events Near Harrison, NJ centro romeu cascaes centro romeu cascaes portuguese american community center christmas christmas tree lighting harrison harrison holy cross church harrison nj harrison-east newark elks kearny-belleville elks santa claus Dec 01, 2023

As the holiday season approaches, the communities of Harrison, East Newark, and Kearny are bustling with a variety of Christmas events, each bringing its unique charm and festive spirit. From traditional breakfasts with Santa to charitable drives, there’s something for everyone in this...

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Santa Breakfast at Centro Romeu Cascaes Portuguese Community Center community event harrison harrison nj Nov 29, 2023

This holiday season, the Centro Romeu Cascaes Portuguese Community Center, a cornerstone of cultural and educational activities in Harrison, NJ, is adding a sprinkle of festive magic to the community. They are hosting a heartwarming Breakfast with Santa, promising a delightful morning for...

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Harrison's Firehouse Plan Sparks Debate Over Community Needs cobalt apartment building environment environmental justice environmental protection agency epa harrison harrison fife department harrison firefighters harrison nj steelwork apartment building vermella harrison wylie apartment building Nov 27, 2023

The Harison Mayor & Council will be holding a meeting on Tuesday, November 28, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. at the Harrison Town Hall, 318 Harrison Avenue, 3rd Floor to pass a resolution to make an application to the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs for funding through the Resilient...

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HHS Parent Teacher Student Organization Breakfast Sat. Dec. 2, 2023 community event harrison harrison nj Nov 25, 2023

The Parent Teacher Student Organization (PTSO) of Harrison High School has been a vital part of the local community since its inception. Known for bridging the gap between parents, teachers, and students, the organization has a rich history of fostering collaboration and support within the school...

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Happy Thanksgiving Day 2023: Origin of National Holiday abraham lincoln george washington harrison president abraham lincoln thanksgiving day Nov 23, 2023

Your Harrison wishes you a Happy Thanksgiving. The origins of Thanksgiving in the United States trace back to the early 17th century, with the commonly cited first Thanksgiving celebrated in 1621. This event involved the Plymouth colonists and the Wampanoag Native Americans sharing an autumn...

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A Deeper Dive Into Red Bull Arena Events In 2022-23 Season harrison harrison nj mls new york red bulls ny red bulls red bull arena Nov 22, 2023

Your Harrison is taking a deeper dive into the events held at the Red Bull Arena this past 2022-23 season.  We have categorized the games/events by the New York Red Bulls, the NJ/NY Gotham FC women’s soccer team, International Soccer Games, Football game(s), local school game(s), and...

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Mayor Fife's Plan: Harrison to Switch to Bergen County Dispatchers harrison harrison dispatchers harrison emergency services harrison fire department harrison firefighters harrison nj harrison police department harrison police dispatchers Nov 14, 2023

Revisiting Tradition and Technology: The Outsourcing of Harrison's 911 Dispatch

The decision to outsource Harrison's 911 police dispatching service to Bergen County, as reported by NJ.com on November 13, 2023, has sparked a critical reevaluation of the town's priorities and its commitment to...

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Redevelopment Meeting: Accordia, Supor & Environmental Issue Mon. May 22, 2023, at 1 pm accordia harrison urban renewal harrison harrison nj harrison redevelopment harrison redevelopment agency harrison redevelopment zone supor properties harrison May 20, 2023

The Town of Harrison Redevelopment Agency has scheduled its upcoming meeting for Monday, May 22, 2023, at 1 p.m. This key gathering will be held in the Town of Harrison Council Chambers, situated on the 2nd Floor of the Harrison Town Hall, 318 Harrison Avenue, Harrison, NJ.  Please note that...

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Red Bulls Home v. NY City FC Sat. May 13, 2023 Traffic Alert Issued harrison harrison police harrison police department mls mls playoff new york city fc new york city fc soccer club red bull traffic red bulls red bulls arena red bulls soccer team red bulls stadium traffic traffic bulletin yankee stadium May 10, 2023

Soccer fans are eagerly anticipating the highly-anticipated match-up between the New York City FC and the New York Red Bulls soccer teams on Saturday, May 13, 2023. This exciting game is scheduled to take place at the Red Bulls Arena in Harrison, New Jersey, and promises to be a thrilling event...

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Red Bulls Face San Jose Quakes Sat. Apr. 8th 2023 at Home harrison harrison nj harrison police harrison police department lewis wolff new york red bulls ny red bulls red bulls red bulls arena red bulls soccer red bulls stadium red bulls tickets red bulls traffic san jose earthquakes san jose quakes Apr 08, 2023

The San Jose Earthquakes will be coming to Harrison NJ to take on the New York Red Bulls on Saturday, April 8, 2023, with a 7:30 p.m. The San Jose Earthquakes based out of San Jose, California was one of the 10 charter clubs of the Major League Soccer formed in 1996. In 1996 however, the team was...

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Harrison Planning Board Via Zoom Tues. Feb. 21, 2023 at 5:45 p.m. harrison harrison mayor harrison nj harrison planning board mayor mayor & council site plan waiver of site plan Feb 21, 2023

The Harrison Planning Board will be meeting on Tuesday, February 21, 2023, at 5:45 p.m. via Zoom which is unusual for the Harrison Planning Board because they were the only town board that did not utilize Zoom instead opting for In-Person meetings.

 The Harrison Planning Board is taking up...

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