Wednesday, 5 November 2008 – 2:13 pm
From the Star Ledger: Booker, Newark celebrate Obama’s win.
The outcome of the race had special meaning for many residents of the predominantly black city, which has never fully recovered from the racially charged riots that shook it in the late 1960s. Mayor Cory Booker said the election of Obama — the first African-American to be [...]
Wednesday, 5 November 2008 – 9:13 am
Charles Bell wins Newark Central Ward seat
Another local election loss for Booker, whose political strategy has been seen by many as faltering in recent months. I’ve heard grumbling that another loss for Booker in the Central Ward could spell disaster for Booker in his mayoral race for 2010. I’ll believe it when I see [...]
Monday, 3 November 2008 – 11:15 am
You’ve done your homework. You’ve watched the debates. You’ve considered the positions, and had long converstations with friends and now you’re ready to vote in the general election. But, how can you be sure your vote is counted?
I received this note from the NJ-ACLU based out of Newark by way of a tipster. Check [...]
Thursday, 30 October 2008 – 4:45 pm
“Great Dining, Great Deals!”
* Monday, November 3-Thursday, November 13
* There are 33 participating restaurants
* Come experience our revitalized city while you enjoy Great Dining and Great Deals.
* Some restaurants are offering prix-fixe menus, some offering discounts.
* www.gonewarkrestaurantweek.com
27 Mix
Iberia Seabra’s Rodizio
60 Park Grill
Iberia Peninsula
Sol Mar Rest.
Allegro Seafood
Key Club
Spanish Manor
Arena Lounge
Kilkenny Alehouse
Spanish Tavern
Assaggini Di Roma
Maize Restaurant
The Spot
Blue [...]
Thursday, 30 October 2008 – 2:56 am
I got to the New Newark forum about a half-hour late, but with enough time to catch the later half of Deputy Mayor of Economic Development Stefan Pryor’s breathless Powerpoint presentation about the opportunities for companies to build and come to the city.
Thursday, 30 October 2008 – 12:40 am
After the Star Ledger announced successful negotiations with its unions, the paper found a way to cover its expenses — at least for now.
Newarkers, though, still have plenty to be concerned about their local paper as the 151-person buyout has offered a year’s salary and healthcare and many of those that took the package are some of the best and insightful reporters on the City Hall beat.
Tuesday, 28 October 2008 – 4:27 pm
Newark suspends special police officer after arrest of TV cameraman
Newark police said today they suspended a special police officer who had arrested a Channel 2 news cameraman and put him in a chokehold while he was filming a demonstration on Sunday.
Christine Sloan, a Channel 2 newswoman who was present during the arrest, wrote on the [...]
Tuesday, 28 October 2008 – 4:02 pm
2 suburban schools refuse trips to Newark for football
The city’s recent rash of violence has begun to have an impact on school sports as neighboring communities decline to send their children to city football fields.
Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School and Cranford High School balked at playing games rescheduled from last Friday and Saturday. Newark school Superintendent [...]
Tuesday, 28 October 2008 – 3:28 pm
Verizon gets $20M tax break for keeping 700 jobs in Newark
Benefitting from a Corzine-backed urban tax break, the telecommunications giant looks to save on state taxes to the tune of $20 million. It’s encouraging to see the state invest money back into its urban infrastructure by partnering with the private sector to bring jobs.
This particular [...]
Tuesday, 28 October 2008 – 3:16 pm
Mike Francesa on Atlantic Yards
The Nets in Newark would be a lovely catalyst for economic growth downtown.
A few minutes ago, when a caller asked about a potential Nets move to Newark: “I think he will sell as soon as the Brooklyn thing dies, and it looks like it’s dying. I think Bruce Ratner will sell. [...]
Sunday, 26 October 2008 – 2:31 am
Mark your calendar for Sunday, November 2nd: the Newark Preservation & Landmarks Committee will host a tour of Newark featuring the stories of Newarkers who have made a difference in history. The tour is $25 for each adult and meets at the Newark Museum at 1pm.
Tour Nov. 2 Will Follow Footsteps of ‘People Who Made [...]
Thursday, 23 October 2008 – 2:36 pm
How are you? Doing good? Seen any good puppets lately?
The Open Doors gallery and artist space tour — which kicks off tonight! — will open with a sidewalk puppet parade. Elmo, much to my daughter’s chagrin, will NOT be attending, but I am assured that the puppets that will be in this [...]
Wednesday, 22 October 2008 – 8:41 am
The race for the Central Ward is sure to be entertaining and intruiging for Newark politicos. The 16-person race for the seat left in the wake of Dana Rone’s “rapid, requisite retirement” has revealed two frontrunners with what appears to be the classic alignments: Eddie Osborne, the labor leader who was once a supporter of the mayor [...]
Tuesday, 21 October 2008 – 12:51 am
It’s time! The Newark Arts Calendar is kicking off the 2008 Open Doors Gallery and Artist Space tour. Check out the calendar of events here — there’s something to check out every night this week from juried artist shows to movie screenings to the gallery crawl.
Monday, 20 October 2008 – 11:54 pm
I’m not sure if the Ledger is getting better at reporting it, or I’m getting better at noticing it, or criminals are more persistent in enacting it, but crime in Newark has been in the news just about every day these past couple of weeks. Here’s a quick rundown of recent events.
Sunday, Oct 19: 13-year-old [...]
