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🌱 Patch AM: Fatal Shooting Claims Man’s Life In Newark, Police Investigation Continues

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Cheers Newark! We're back, helping you stay up to date with what's happening. Let's take on the day together! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Police probe deadly afternoon shooting on Littleton Avenue in Newark
  • Newark council backs yearlong pause on new AI data centers
  • Essex County warns families about costly fake bail phone scam

Also on today's calendar: Newark PorchFest and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What day of the year is trucker's day? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Partly sunny, with a high of 83 and low of 60 degrees.
  • Saturday: Clouds and sun; not as warm, temps: high: 74, low: 63.
  • Sunday: Periods of rain, with a high of 69 and low of 59 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Fatal Shooting Claims Man's Life In Newark, Police Investigation Continues (patch.com) — A man was fatally shot Thursday afternoon on the 200-block of Littleton Avenue in Newark, and authorities are still investigating the circumstances. The victim was taken to University Hospital, where he was pronounced dead shortly after arrival. Prosecutors are asking anyone with information about the Newark shooting to contact their anonymous tips line.
   

2. Newark City Council Takes Stance On Data Centers, Passes Resolution (patch.com) — Newark residents could see tighter oversight of AI data centers after the City Council backed a 12‑month moratorium on new or expanded facilities while zoning rules are reviewed. The resolution urges protections against higher utility costs and requires water‑efficient cooling technology, though it does not yet change city law. Council members say the pause gives Newark time to ensure development benefits local infrastructure and neighborhoods.
   

3. Fake Bail Scam Resurfaces In Essex County, Families Of Arrestees Targeted (patch.com) — Essex County officials are warning Newark-area families about a resurfacing fake bail scam in which callers pose as law enforcement or attorneys and demand thousands via apps like Apple Pay and Zelle. Prosecutor Theodore Stephens stresses that, under New Jersey's bail reform, legitimate bail is rarely required and is never collected through digital payment platforms, urging residents to report suspicious calls to the county tips line.
   

4. NJ City's Homeless Encampment To Be Cleared Out, Officials Said (patch.com) — A large homeless encampment at I-280 and Route 21 in Newark is being cleared, with the city coordinating with the state transportation department to address safety concerns for drivers and unhoused residents. Newark's Office of Homeless Services is offering housing and support to people living there while the DOT handles cleanup of the state-owned ramp area.
   

5. New Jersey Institute of Technology: Jocelyn Kranicka, Fintech Major, Wins Rising Star Award (targetednews.com) — A New Jersey Institute of Technology senior in Newark, fintech major Jocelyn Kranicka, has been honored with the New Jersey Business & Industry Association's Rising Star award for her data analysis work and community service. Local readers can take pride in a Newark-based student gaining statewide recognition, though accessing the full write-up requires requesting the document from the publisher.
   

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  • Today is one of those days I wish I was home, just feeling exhausted mentally and body wise!!!
    But trying my best to smile to all my customers truck drivers and make it thru the day.....If they happy I'm happy :) (Nextdoor Doremus Ave)
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    Need to get to the trunk to get the battery out so I can replace it. (Nextdoor Weequahic)
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