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Harrison, NJ's Public Library Desperately Needs a Children's Room election systems & software fema harrison nj harrison public library stem Nov 09, 2024

In a time when public libraries have become vibrant community hubs, offering everything from STEM programs to tech resources, the Town of Harrison, NJ, is facing a glaring oversight: the lack of a dedicated children's room in its public library. This is particularly troubling given that a...

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2023 A Year in Review for Your Harrison Community anthony mondaro harrison nj harrison police department harrison public library james fife john ogiela lionel messi mayor & council mayor james fife mayor raymond mcdonough peruvian civic association peruvian parade raymond mcdonough red bull arena st. patrick day parade united irish association Dec 29, 2023

Your Harrison had quite a year providing those who cherish the Town of Harrison with information on events occurring in and affecting the Town of Harrison.  The year started with news that West Hudson Arts & Theatre Company (WHAT Co) was making Harrison its home base at the former Holy...

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Harrison Redevelopment Agency Mon. Feb.13, 2023 Meeting Cancelled harrison mayor harrison nj harrison public library harrison redevelopment harrison redevelopment agency harrison redevelopment zone harrison zoning board mayor & council zoom Feb 13, 2023

The Harrison Redevelopment Agency (HRA) Meeting scheduled for Monday, February 13, 2023, has been canceled.  The next scheduled meeting of the HRA is in two weeks on Monday, February 27, 2023, at 1 pm.

There are two other meetings scheduled for the Town of Harrison the week of February 13,...

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Harrison Library Changes Hours After Residents Complain at Mayor & Council Meetings harrison mayor harrison nj harrison public library james fife librray hours mayor mayor & council mayor james fife Jan 31, 2023

The Harrison Public Library has updated its hours of operation which will improve access to the library.  It took a while but public outcry and discussion at the public session of the Mayor & Council meetings and discussion of the Harrison Resident’s forum on Facebook finally got...

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Harrison Mayor & Council Meeting Tues. Jan. 17th 2023 6:30 pm. Via Zoom cash management cash management plan daniel choffo harrison construction department harrison mayor harrison nj harrison public library harrison redevelopment agency mayor & council ordinance ordinance public sessions property taxes resolutions Jan 15, 2023

The Town of Harrison Mayor & Council meeting will be held on Tues. Jan. 17th, 2023 at 6:30 P.M Via Zoom. The public is invited to attend and participate in the Public Session and/or the Public Session during an Ordinance discussion.

This month's agenda includes among other items:

An...

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Harrison Public Library Hours Are Still Very Limited children issues harrison harrison library harrison nj harrison public library james fife mayor & council mayor james fife Dec 26, 2022

Update: Since the publication of this article the Harrison NJ Public Library has expanded its hour of operation, read all about it in our article entitled Harrison Library Changes Hours After Residents Complain At Mayor & Council Meeting.

The Harrison N.J. Public Library is open for very...

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The Harrison Public Library: A Rich History of Literacy and Learning green space harrison public library mayor frederick j. gassert new deal president roosevelt's new deal public works administration town of wantage wantage elementary school May 09, 2022

Today, the Harrison Public Library continues to be a place of learning and discovery. It offers a variety of programs and services for children, teens, and adults. The library also has an extensive collection of books, magazines, and other materials. Whether you are looking for a place to read or...

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