Check out some of our top stories this week in Newark and Essex County.
One of the graduates said the commencement was a “long time coming” after he dropped out of school. Now, the goal is to get to college.
The world is filled with humor, inspiration and beauty. Here are seven stories to make you smile from Essex County, New Jersey.
Essex County Althea Gibson Leadership Awards were presented to four high-achieving community members for 2024.
The free event is in celebration of the spirit of Arman Roy.
The celebration featured singing in African dialects, cultural attire, and a special guest homilist.
An inspirational Newark native has earned some well-deserved kudos for being a “dynamite advocate” to people with hearing loss.
Need a new fade, buzzcut, taper, faux hawk, beard trim, layers, shears trim, shag, mullet or pixie cut? Get one for free on March 29.
Eight municipalities in North Jersey – including Newark – will soon have a huge new state park to explore.
Need some encouragement to fill your sail with wind? Here are five people who had a good year in Newark.
These future social workers have found that libraries are more than just places for books: they're places where people can find help.
It’s time to “let your hands do the talking,” Newark.
Tired of winter? Here are some key dates for local cherry blossom aficionados in Essex County.
The book launch for “Lawrence Hamm: A Life In The Struggle” will take place at the Newark Public Library on Saturday.
Residents may experience water discoloration or pressure loss while flushing is taking place. Here’s when it will happen in Irvington.
The Center for Politics and Race in America at Rutgers University-Newark was named in honor of Sheila Oliver, an Essex County native.
A new “state-of-the-art” training facility in Newark will sharpen skills – and strengthen community ties, officials say.
Students at KIPP BOLD Academy in Newark celebrated Black History Month at an annual event.
Audible and the Newark Public Library will present an event in celebration of Women's History Month with the Newark Artist Collaboration.
The Rachel Coalition of Jewish Family Service of MetroWest NJ is seeking volunteers for its Court Advocate Program.
A grant of nearly $600,000 will expand Rutgers Health’s outreach efforts to Newark community and reduce disparities in nutrition program
These community leaders in North Jersey have fought for cheaper medicine, helped youth become architects and served on town councils.
Newark Beth Israel Medical Center has been hosting a series of events in recognition of Black History Month.
A “beacon of hope” at Metropolitan Baptist Church is broadening its reach in Newark, advocates say.
Three Newark community leaders were recognized for their contributions to the city at an annual African American History Month event.
Essex County presented Morris – the head coach of the Atlanta Falcons – with this year’s Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Leadership Award.
Newark police have been spearheading donation drives and dinner dances, organizing tributes to Black history and teaching English lessons.
Catch up with some recent good news stories involving inclusivity for people with disabilities in New Jersey.
Newark Mayor faces hurdles and opportunities in his ambitions to potentially lead the Garden State as governor.
The Africana Institute at Essex County College will hold a free, public event in Newark as part of its annual Garvey/Nkrumah Lecture Series.
The fact it was Valentine's Day did not stop Catholics from receiving ashes as Lent begins.
The public event will discuss updates on the Newark Police Department's compliance with a landmark 2016 consent decree.
A nonprofit handed out “personal care bags” to women experiencing homelessness at the YMCA of Newark – just in time for Valentine’s Day.