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🌱 Why an Irvington councilwoman was in the spotlight at Carnival kickoff

Spotted on the Irvington calendar: Franciscan Charities 5K Run & Walk Fundraiser

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  • Why an Irvington councilwoman was in the spotlight at Carnival kickoff

Also on today's calendar: Franciscan Charities 5K Run & Walk Fundraiser and 9 more events.

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📰 News we're reading

• Elected officials and community leaders kick off Labor Day festivities at WIADCA's annual VIP Breakfast (haitiantimes.com) — Irvington councilwoman Charnette Frederic was among the dignitaries spotlighted at a high-profile VIP breakfast in Brooklyn that kicks off New York's Caribbean Carnival Parade. The gathering brought together Caribbean community leaders, major elected officials, and cultural figures, underscoring regional ties that include Irvington's Haitian and Caribbean communities and their engagement beyond New Jersey.
   

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