Philip Roth’s Newark, the Hometown He Never Really Left
By Joseph Berger
NEWARK — Roberta Harrington, a retired nurse of the same vintage as Philip Roth, remembers a visit a year ago by Mr....
Driverless cars? Ride sharing? Why Newark is in great position to benefit from coming...
By Tom Bergeron
The transportation infrastructure in Newark is extensive — and certainly greater than any other location in the state. New Jersey Transit, Amtrak and the PATH all go through...
Former principal Roger Leon chosen as Newark’s new superintendent
By Patrick Wall
Former principal and veteran administrator Roger Leon has been chosen as Newark’s new schools chief — its first since the city regained control...
Essex County Football Coaches Hall of Fame beckons Hill, 3 others
By Mike Kinney
The Halls of Fame that continue to beckon Irvin “Poochie” Hill for his commendable work in both high school football and boxing will...
Newark clergy call for action on Essex County foreclosure crisis
NEWARK, NJ - Prominent members of Newark's African-American clergy community converged at an Essex County government hearing to argue that additional measures are needed...
Xian Zhang Extends NJSO Music Director Contract
by BWW News Desk
The New Jersey Symphony Orchestra today announces internationally renowned conductor Xian Zhang has extended her initial four-year term as NJSO Music Director...
Three Newark council races head to runoff
By David Wildstein
Voters in three wards will go to the polls on Tuesday when a runoff election for a trio of seats on the Newark...
The mayors of 2 major US cities blame 2 big factors for Americans’ low...
By Leanna Garfield
When asked about the slow growth of the US economy, Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel and Newark Mayor Ras Baraka both said that...
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Engaging and empowering residents, business and property owners, worship centers, civic organizations and other stakeholders in Newark’s South Ward to contribute to sustainable change...
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Blind Divas shine a light for us to follow
By Barry Carter
Tara Invidiato couldn't see the audience. She couldn't hear them, either.
But Invidiato, who is deaf and blind, could feel their presence Saturday during...
Chris Rock Visits Newark To Research Movie Role As Garbage Worker
By Eric Kiefer
NEWARK, NJ — When actor Chris Rock shoots his upcoming movie, he'll have the experience of the Newark Department of Public Works to...
Ras Baraka win in Newark changes political landscape in Essex and...
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NEWARK — On election night in Newark last week, newly elected mayor Ras Baraka stood before a cheering crowd to...
