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Harrison NJ: Otis Elevator Company Innovation and Industrial Progress charles otis elisha graves otis harrison nj lisbon new york world's fair norton otis otis elevator santa justa lift Jul 20, 2023

Founded by the legendary inventor Elisha Graves Otis in 1853, the Otis Elevator Company represents a significant chapter in the annals of American industrial history. Otis, a Vermont native, first showcased his groundbreaking invention — a safety elevator — at the 1854 New York...

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Cookies Harrison Cannabis Store Opening Scheduled for July 2023 cannabis cookies harrison green origin solutions harirson cannabis ordinance harrison 701 rodgers mini mall harrison nj harrison redevelopment harrison redevelopment agency mayor & council ordinance ordinance 1445 ordinance public sessions waterfront redvelopment plan Jul 13, 2023

After almost two years since the Town of Harrison passed Ordinance 1445 permitting the legal sale of cannabis, Cookies Harrison LLC will be opening its store before the end of July (2023) according to a response to a question about the Town’s Cannabis Ordinance at the July 11, 2023, Mayor...

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Harrison Water Disruption Due to Essential Water Main Repairs department public works harrison nj harrison st harrison water department passaic valley water commission robert van riper water & sewer water main repair Jul 11, 2023

The Town of Harrison, NJ, is bracing for disruptions to its water service as the Passaic Valley Water Commission (PVWC) has announced a necessary repair to a 30-inch transmission water main.  The work is set to be completed on or about Friday, July 14, 2023.

During this repair period,...

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FC Cincinnati v. Red Bulls Showdown at RBA Wed. July 12, 2023 concacaf fc cincinnati harrison nj harrison planning board mls new york red bulls ny red bulls red bull arena red bull soccer red bull traffic Jul 10, 2023

The New York Red Bulls are the underdog this Wednesday, July 12, 2023, as league leaders FC Cincinnati prepare to take on the 10th-ranked Red Bulls at the Red Bull Arena. Kick-off is at 7:30 p.m., a perfect setting for an evening of exciting Major League Soccer (MLS) action. Harrison residents...

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Zoom Mayor & Council: 300%+ Pay Increase On July 11 2023 Agenda cannabis cape may street park green acres green space harrison nj harrison redevelopment agency liquor license mayor mayor & council mayor raymond mcdonough raymond j. mcdonough Jul 09, 2023

The Town of Harrison Mayor and Council are scheduled to hold a public meeting on Tuesday, July 11, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. The meeting will be conducted virtually, utilizing the Zoom video conferencing software. Citizens can participate by clicking here or by dialing in using the phone number (616)...

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Gotham Clash Against Portland Thorns at RBA Sun. July 9, 2023 angel city fc gotham fc harrison nj harrison police harrison police department kansas city currents nj ny gotham fc nj/ny gotham fc ny/nj gotham fc red bull arena red bull traffic traffic bulletin Jul 08, 2023

The NJ/NY Gotham FC will take on the powerhouse Portland Thorns FC at the Red Bull Arena in Harrison, New Jersey on Sunday, July 9, at 5:30 p.m.  Both teams, with impressive performances so far in the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL), are ready to display their prowess on the...

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Soccer fans are eagerly anticipating the upcoming matchup between the New England Revolution and the New York Red Bulls, scheduled to take place on Saturday, July 8, 2023, starting at 7:30 p.m.  Both teams will battle it out on the field in an anticipated thrilling encounter. With the New...

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Harrison NJ Planning Board Schedules Earlier July Meeting 300 cifelli drive 300 somerset street harrison building i urban renewal harrison nj harrison planning board signage site plan Jul 06, 2023

In a recent turn of events, the Harrison NJ Planning Board has announced a change in its schedule, moving its Wednesday, July 26, 2023, meeting two weeks ahead to Wednesday, July 12, 2023. No official reason was cited by the Board for this alteration in the meeting's timing. The meeting time and...

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Happy 4th of July: A Reflection On Declaration of Independence 4th of july declaration of indepedence harrison nj independence day justice Jul 04, 2023

On this Independence Day, take a moment to contemplate the significance of the document that severed America's ties with Great Britain—the Declaration of Independence. Penned by Thomas Jefferson and ratified on July 4, 1776, this historic document holds immense importance in American...

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Harrison Public Schools Announces Summer Swim Program agent orange epa harrison nj mayor james fife summer swim program swim lessons Jul 03, 2023

Note: This article is about the 2023 Summer Swim Program to get information on the 2024 Summer Swim Program follow this link.

Harrison Public Schools has officially announced the commencement of its Summer Swim Program, an initiative to equip local residents with vital swimming skills and also...

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Red Bulls Arena: Gotham FC v. Angel City FC Sun. July 2, 2023 angel city fc banc of california stadium bmo stadium carmax gotham fc harrison nj johnny walker nj/ny gotham fc red bull arena red bulls traffic Jul 02, 2023

Angel City FC is set to face off against NJ/NY Gotham FC this Sunday, July 2 2023, at 5:30 p.m. This rematch of the season's home opener will mark the teams' fourth encounter overall. Last year, both teams won once each, and earlier this year, Gotham managed to clinch a victory with a score of...

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