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Kearny Scouts 305:A Century of Building Leaders & Community Fundraiser civic fundraiser harrison nj kearny nj troop & pack 305 Mar 24, 2025

With a legacy that spans over a century, the Boy Scouts of America has established itself as one of the premier youth development organizations in the United States. Focused on nurturing character, citizenship, and fitness among young people, it boasts many chapters that exemplify these ideals, incl...

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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 evening's draw were...

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Peruvian Civic Association Hosts 2024 Peruvian Day Parade & Festival harrison nj kearny nj peruvian civic association peruvian festival peruvian independence day peruvian parade Jul 20, 2024

 The Peruvian Civic Association of NJ Inc. (PCA) is set to host its annual Peruvian Day Parade and Festival on Sunday, July 21, 2024. This vibrant and colorful event will feature a lively parade beginning in Harrison, NJ, and a festival at the picturesque Frank Vincent Marina Park in Kearny, NJ. Giv...

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4th of July 2024 Celebrations & Fireworks Close to Harrison NJ belleville nj carol jean doyle harrison nj jersey city nj john v. kelly iii kearny nj michael melham montclair nj nutley nj red bull arena steven fulop Jul 02, 2024

The Town of Harrison does not currently have an Independence Day Celebration and/or Fireworks Celebration but other surrounding communities have 4th of July Celebrations and Fireworks. Last year as many Harrison residents will recall the Town of Harrison had a 4th of July CONCACAF Gold Cup Soccer Do...

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Harrison Public Schools & Town Pride Flag Raising Tues. June 11, 2024 east newark harrison nj harrison pride flag raising kearny nj lgbtq+ Jun 08, 2024

The Joint Harrison Public Schools and Town of Harrison Pride Flag Raising event is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, June 11, 2024, at 12:30 p.m. This annual event celebrates and supports the LGBTQ+ community within Harrison and beyond.

However, the timing of the event has sparked some controvers...

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MVC In Harrison on Tues. May 28, 2024 & Kearny on Tues. June 28, 2024 6 points of identification harrison nj kearny nj mvc mobile unit njmvc real id license May 25, 2024

The New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) is set to bring convenience right to the doorstep of Harrison residents with its Mobile Unit this coming Tuesday, May 28, 2024. Located in front of the Harrison Senior Citizen Center at 221 Harrison Avenue, the unit will operate from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., pr...

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Passaic Ave. To Close Mon. Feb. 5, 2024 Between Central Ave & Johnston east newark nj harrison nj kearny nj passaic avenue street closures Feb 04, 2024

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 Avenue...

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Low Voter Turnout in Harrison / New Mayor in Kearny election election 2023 election day election results harrison nj kearny nj Nov 08, 2023

In the Town of Harrison General Election held on November 7, 2023, voter turnout was notably low with only 10% of registered voters casting their ballots. The election featured no mayoral race, and the council members who were running did so unopposed. Despite their unopposed status, there was a sig...

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Nine Days of Early Voting: New Touchscreen Voting Machine Is Super Cool early in person voting early voting harrison nj hudson county hudson county board of elections hudson county clerk hudson county superintendent of elections kearny nj Oct 31, 2023

As the Tuesday, November 7, 2023 General Election approaches, Hudson County voters have the opportunity to participate in early voting, ensuring their voices are heard. Here's what you need to know about early voting dates, times, locations, and the new voting machines.

Early Voting Dates and Times...

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The Incredible Duck Race Launches Sat. Sept. 24th 2022 bridge street bridge harrison nj food trucks incredible duck race kearny nj kearny-belleville elks Sep 17, 2022

The Incredible Duck Race is scheduled for Saturday, September 24, 2022 at 300 Belgrove Drive, Kearny Nj.  The event starts at 10:30 a.m. and goes until 5 p.m.   The event is put together by the Kearny-Belleville Elks.  The main event is the Duck Race but there is much more than a Duck Race. But that...

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Pathways to Independence Walk-A-Thon Sat. Sept. 24, 2022 adults with disabilities fundraiser harrison nj kearny nj pathways to independence tricky tray walk-a-thon west hudson park Sep 15, 2022

If you're looking for a good cause to get behind, look no further than the 20th Annual Pathways to Independence Walk-A-Thon and Tricky Tray. This event will benefit adults with disabilities, and is sure to be a fun day for the whole family.

The Walk-a-Thon will take place in West Hudson Park in Har...

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