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As the summer of 2024 draws to a close, the residents of Harrison, NJ, are once again preparing to honor Labor Day—a holiday that resonates deeply in this town known for its storied industrial past. Labor Day, celebrated on the first Monday of September, is more than just a long weekend or...
Update from Harrison Police Department on 9/4/2024
The Harrison Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 15-year-old Amanda Caldeira, who was reported missing by her parents on...
The New York Red Bulls are set to face the Philadelphia Union on Saturday, August 31, 2024, at Red Bull Arena, with kickoff scheduled for 7:30 p.m. The match, part of the club's annual Hip-Hop Night Theme presented by Toyota, will feature live performances and a Tote Bag Giveaway.
Currently, the...
Ray Lucas, a resident of Harrison, NJ, and former professional football player for the New York Jets, has taken on a new and vital role off the field. Lucas, who enjoyed a successful career in the National Football League (NFL), is now dedicating his time to building awareness among high school...
On August 29, 2022 (two years ago), Harrison Mayor James Fife inadvertently revealed at a Harrison Redevelopment Agency meeting what was supposed to be kept under wraps: the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) planned to establish a Toxic Agent Orange Dewatering Plant at the PSE&G property...
On Saturday, August 24, 2024, the NJ/NY Gotham FC (Gotham FC) women’s soccer team will host the Portland Thorns at Red Bull Arena in Harrison, NJ. The highly anticipated National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) matchup is set to kick off at 2 p.m., drawing fans from across the region to...
The Town of Harrison has announced the cancellation of two meetings scheduled for the week of August 19, 2024. The first meeting, set for Tuesday, August 20, 2024, was to be a session of the Mayor & Council. The second, a Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting, was planned for Wednesday, August...
In a continued effort to strengthen the relationship between local law enforcement and the community, the Harrison Police Department's Community Policing Unit is set to host the fourth installment of its popular Pizza With A Cop event on Thursday, August 22, 2024.
Originally scheduled for Monday,...
Soccer fans are in for a treat as NJ/NY Gotham FC (Gotham FC) prepares to host Chelsea FC Women’s team of the Women’s Super League from England at the Red Bull Arena on Monday, August 19, 2024, with kickoff scheduled for 7:00 PM. This highly anticipated match is expected to draw a...
From Monday, August 12th to Friday, August 16th, 2024, the Harrison Police Department is hosting its annual Junior Police Academy, a cornerstone program designed to strengthen the relationship between local law enforcement and the community's youth. This year, 30 cadets, all students from Grades...
In a continued effort to foster strong relationships between the police force and the local community, the Harrison Police Department's Community Policing Unit is hosting its third Pizza With A Cop event on Monday, August 12, 2024. The event is scheduled to take place from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at...
On Monday, August 12, 2024, the Harrison Redevelopment Agency (HRA) will convene at the Harrison Town Hall on the 3rd floor Mayor’s Conference Room at 1:00 p.m. This marks the Agency's first meeting following the announcement that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has selected a...