News & Opinion
New Jersey City University (NJCU) will celebrate its 2024 commencement with two ceremonies at the Red Bull Arena in Harrison, New Jersey, on Wednesday, May 15. This year’s event marks a significant occasion for the university, as it welcomes graduates, their families, and the broader...
This Sunday, May 12, marks Mother's Day, an occasion set aside annually to honor and celebrate the profound influence of mothers. With roots in the United States, the holiday has been embraced globally, each country adding its own cultural touch and traditions. Here's a look at how Mother’s...
The Harrison Redevelopment Agency is scheduled to meet on Monday, May 13, 2024, at 1 p.m. in the afternoon. On the Agenda is a Resolution to Approve BRG Harrison Lofts revised Site Plan that eliminates underground parking among other changes. The developers of BRG Harrison Lofts have...
The West Hudson Arts & Theater Company (WhatCo.), in collaboration with Teaneck New Theater and the Hackensack Performing Arts Center (HACPAC), is excited to announce open auditions for their upcoming Shakespeare productions this summer. Aspiring actors and seasoned performers alike are...
The Town of Harrison, New Jersey, is set to host its next Mayor & Council meeting on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at the Harrison Town Hall located at 318 Harrison Avenue. The proceedings are scheduled to begin with a caucus at 6:15 p.m. in the Conference Room on the third floor, followed by the...
This May, the Centro Romeu Cascaes (CRC) Portuguese American Community Center is set to host two significant events that highlight the spirit of community and tradition within the Portuguese-American community in Harrison, NJ.
Honoring Rosa and João Ventura: A Luncheon to Remember
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The month of April celebrated as Earth Day Month, is a time to reflect on sustainability and environmental justice—a crucial aspect for towns like Harrison, New Jersey, with a complex history of environmental challenges and transformation.
Historical Challenges
Over 26 years ago, the...
Emotions of concern were expressed at the Harrison Mayor & Council meeting last Tuesday, April 23, 2024, as residents voiced their grievances against the local Cookies Harrison cannabis store following a controversial 420 Backyard BBQ Party held on Saturday, April 20, 2024. The event,...
Saturday, April 27, 2024, marked the fifth anniversary of the pivotal Keegan Landfill protest, a bold stand against environmental injustice. The march, which began at the Kearny Department of Public Works on Bergen St. in Kearny and ended at the now-closed NJSEA Keegan Landfill down the street,...
