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‘Let’s Go Brenda’ shirts arrive at Jersey Shore businesses as Kamala Harris seeks presidency
Days after President Joe Biden announced that he would not be seeking reelection, two Jersey Shore businesses that offer “Let’s Go Brandon” merchandise say they haven’t seen a drop off in sales. The slogan that’s become a rallying cry for some Republicans opposed to Biden shifted...
Newark's House Music Project Brings Summer Beats to Mulberry Commons Each Wednesday
NEWARK, NJ - The heart of Newark pulsed with electrifying rhythms as House Music Wednesdays transformed Mulberry Street into a vibrant dance floor the last few weeks. This summer, Mulberry Commons is set to become the heartbeat of Newark’s vibrant music scene with the House Music Project. Sponsored by the City of Newark and Mayor Ras J. Baraka, the event promises to bring the community together every Wednesday from July 3, 2024, through August 28, 2024, from 5 PM to 9 PM, weather permitting.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Co-organizer Obalaji Baraka said, "House...
New Jersey’s Oldest All-Black School Building to Become a Museum Celebrating Black History
The oldest school building in New Jersey may soon become a museum to celebrate its Black history. Located in Newark, the 179-year-old State Street Public School is the only remaining location of the city’s former school for Black students, as well as the home of the first Black principal in the city’s school system. Although the school has been vacant for decades, officials still aim to turn the building into a place where people can gather to learn more about its Black history. “At some point in time you have to preserve what you can,” said Marian Bolden, who has led the efforts...
Newark Flooding: A Chronic Issue for Brick City
Brick City has had to bear the brunt of the damage caused by modern flooding, which has damaged homes and businesses and limited people’s access to living necessities. Unfortunately, it appears this problem will only get worse without proper solutions. According to a study by First Street, 15,298 properties...
Early Addition: Olympic swimmers pee in the pool
Because that's how a true competitor marks their territory, here are your early links: A deep dive on the + POOL, tree branches are increasingly falling on subway tracks, actors in movies about the Roman Empire should have Italian accents, and more. [ more › ]
De Blasio: Harris is ‘perfectly positioned’ to run
Former Mayor Bill de Blasio said in an interview Wednesday that Kamala Harris is “perfectly positioned” to run for president. “In a sense, Kamala Harris is perfectly positioned for the kind of campaign we need to run. This is all about women. The decision of this country is going to be made by women, in particularly by suburban women,” he said on “Inside City Hall.”
Politically connected Hudson County attorney’s law license suspended by state review board
The law license of a politically connected Hudson County attorney with a history of ethics complaints has been suspended for six months by the state Supreme Court Disciplinary Review Board for practicing law during a prior suspension in 2016 and “conduct involving dishonesty, fraud and deceit.”. John Collins, an...
City of Jamestown, NY declares emergency over homeless encampments
Jamestown, NY (WJET/WFXP) — The City of Jamestown, NY government has declared a state of emergency citing unauthorized camping sites on public and private land. In a release, the city said they lack the funds and resources to manage what they’re calling necessary to effectively manage the crisis calling it a plea for immediate support […]
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