13-Story Mixed-Use Building in Ironbound Gets Approval From City Planning Board 

November 2, 2021

NEWARK, NJ — Plans to construct a 13-story mixed-use building on Market Street in the East Ward received approval from the City Planning Board on Monday, aiming to bolster the city’s River Public Access and Redevelopment Plan. 

SUW K, LLC, a New York-based company, is proposing to construct the mixed-use building on 430 Market St. at the intersection of Market and Prospect ...

Essex County College Cross Country Teams Crowned Regional Champions

November 8, 2021

NEWARK, NJ — The Essex County College Men's and Women's Cross Country teams paced their way this season to a pair of region championships. 

The Wolverine harriers captured Region 19 titles last month, led by a pair of outstanding sophomores. Sophomore Davian Gray traversed the 5-mile course in 27:50, a full three minutes faster than his nearest competitor.

Video: Rick Rodgers Shares How to Make Sweet Potato Thanksgiving Show-Stopper

November 6, 2021

WEST ORANGE, NJ — Cookbook author Rick Rodgers shares his recipe for a killer sweet potato side dish for Thanksgiving from The Big Book of Sides (Ballantine, 2014).

Rodgers teaches virtual cooking classes through his website, CoffeeandCake.org, and in the video above, he shares tips, tricks and step-by-step instructions for this show-stopper.

“If you like the theory of ...

A Mild-Mannered Mayor's Message for Halloween

October 26, 2021

Being safe on Halloween is no trick. As we plan for a ghoulish Sunday in Belleville, I’m hoping that everyone follows some basic tips to make sure Halloween is an enjoyable night with little fright.

The weekend celebration begins Friday, as we announce the winners of our annual home decorating contest. The first place prize is $100, while second and third place winners each get $50.

Bill Bratton and NJ Mayors Discuss Public Safety, Community Policing and Bail Reform at Roundtable Event

November 7, 2021

PATERSON, NJ -- Former Police Commissioner Bill Bratton took part in a roundtable discussion on public safety, community policing and bail reform at the Passaic County Community College’s Hamilton Club on October 28. 

Moderated by Larry Mone of the Manhattan Institute, Bratton was joined by three New Jersey mayors: Paterson Mayor André Sayegh, Trenton Mayor Reed Gusciora, and ...