Newark protests police murder of Michael Brown
Newark, NJ - Hundreds turned out for an Aug. 20 rally here to demand justice for Michael Brown. The protest was sponsored by the People’s Organization for Progress in Newark, NJ. POP Chairman Lawrence Hamm told the gathering, “Justice is the arrest of ...
Newark politicians react to 'One Newark' open enrollment process
NEWARK — Newark community leaders rebuked today Newark Public School system's open enrollment system after hundreds of parents waited for hours trying to register for school. The school district opened today a school enrollment center for students to ...
Newark school enrollment process frustrates parents
Hundreds of parents reported troubles trying to enroll their students in Newark public schools using the city's new "one Newark" program. The program is designed to help involve parents school selection process, but parents argue most assignments aren't ideal.
Prime Time: Newark Shines
Envisioned in 1986, with then-Governor Thomas H. Kean as a grand champion, the New Jersey Performing Arts Center opened its doors at 1 Center Street in Newark on October 18, 1997. The New Jersey Symphony Orchestra, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater and ...
