Portal Innovations, DEVCO mark opening of the New Jersey Innovation HubPortal Innovations and the New Brunswick Development Corporation (DEVCO) on Oct. 6 celebrated the opening of the New Jersey Innovation Hub, Powered by Portal (NJIH) at the Health and Life Science Exchange (HELIX) in NewRead the story
Nearly 70 percent of Americans would let AI do some financial tasks, according to TD surveyConsumers are open to using artificial intelligence for more than financial information and guidance. A new TD Bank U.S. survey finds that 69% would allow a bank-provided AI assistant to complete at least one financialRead the story
Ryder adds used vehicle centers in Newark and North Bergen to grow Northeast networkPublicly traded Ryder System Inc., provider of outsourced logistics and transportation services throughout the United States, Canada and Mexico, is expanding customer access to used commercial vehicles with two investmenRead the story
Former Bamberger’s and Ohrbach’s Building in Newark Slated for 98 ApartmentsThe former home of L. Bamberger & Co. and Ohrbach’s at the corner of Halsey and Market streets. Image via Google Maps. The Newark Central Planning Board recently voted to approve a proposal that will rehabilitate thRead the story
Borough Planning Board Gives Unanimous Approval for Senior and Veteran HousingNORTH ARLINGTON - The borough’s planning board has given its unanimous support for the construction of a Senior and Veterans Housing Project at 200 River Rd., the current site of the VFW building.The proposed developmeRead the story
Newark's 12-Month Moratorium on Data Center Proposals Comes as One Power Substation Goes Online with Another in the PipelineNEWARK - City Council passed a resolution to put a 12-month moratorium on approving any large-scale data centers earlier this month so that Newark officials can study the potential impacts on infrastructure and the envRead the story
Prudential Will Keep Headquarters In Newark, Sell 2 Other BuildingsPrudential is staying in Newark, but another major corporation is leaving. The city remains home to several other big businesses.Read the story
Dreamtime In Newark: Aljira And The Making Of Global Contemporary ArtThe Newark Museum of Art will host an exhibit that celebrates the 35-year history and global impact of the artist-led nonprofit gallery.Read the story
OPINION: Newark housing policy should put Newarkers firstAuthor says Newark should build housing for Newarkers Regional affordability standards miss Newark’s income reality Stalled projects could bring thousands of homes to the city Housing can help residents stay, reRead the story
NJPAC presents comedian Pete Holmes on January 14th(NEWARK, NJ) -- Comedian, actor and podcast host Pete Holmes brings his stand-up to New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) on Thursday, January 14, 2027 at 8:00pm. The performance will take place in NJPAC’s Victoria TRead the story
Graduation Rates Up For Newark Public Schools, Absenteeism DownStudents, parents and teachers have been working together to make improvements, the district said.Read the story
Newark City Budget Still Needs Final Vote, Already Several Months LateAn unusual set of circumstances is shaping up for Newark homeowners this year, including a potential tax hike.Read the story
Company Plans To Revive Shuttered Car Wash In Newark"We've been washing Newark's cars since 1991, and bringing Zap to the Ironbound has been a long time coming."Read the story
Rendering Revealed for 760 Clinton Avenue in Newark, New JerseyA rendering has been revealed for 760 Clinton Avenue, a forthcoming four-story residential building in the Upper Clinton Hill district of Newark, New Jersey. Designed by OCA Architects and developed by Vancho Tolomanosi,Read the story
Newark Tenants Will Be Protected from Costly Brokerage Fees. But Will Small Landlords Buckle Under the Cost?NEWARK — Renters will no longer be responsible for paying brokerage fees when renting residential properties – the latest move to protect city tenants, promote transparency in rental transactions, and, ultimately, keepRead the story
Proposed Data Center Ban In Newark Is Moving Along, Councilman SaysA temporary moratorium on building AI data centers is under consideration in Newark. Here’s where it currently stands.Read the story
$110M Expansion Plan At Newark Airport Fueled By Surging Passenger VolumesThe Port Authority of New York and New Jersey has greenlighted another major construction project at the busy airport.Read the story
New Technology Center Unveiled At Essex County College Campus In Newark“This is a dream come true for us,” a computer science major said.Read the story
Newark's Cathedral House Set for Demolition After Preservationist Voter Gets OustedCathedral House, an 85-year-old Collegiate Gothic building on Rector Street in Newark that once served as a rectory for the Episcopal Diocese of Newark, faces imminent demolition. The New Jersey Performing Arts Center plRead the story
Chick-fil-A to Open First Newark Location, Hire Dozens of WorkersChick-fil-A’s Bridgewater location. Chick-fil-A. Chick-fil-A is gearing up to open its first Brick City storefront this fall. The restaurant franchise, known for its crispy fried chicken, waffle fries, and milkshakes, wRead the story
The annual Newark Summit for economic development, placemaking and innovation returns on Dec. 8The 4th Annual Newark Summit for Economic Development, Placemaking & Innovation has been announced for December 8th, 2026. Organizers expect over 1,250 regional principals to attend the now-annual leadership conferenRead the story
Newark’s Wellness Scene Gets New Stretch With Kala PilatesNEWARK — The neighborhood happy hour is getting a new competitor: the wellness class. As more people prioritize movement, fitness and self-care, Newark’s growing wellness scene is giving residents new ways to spend theRead the story
Newark Still Operating Without 2026 Budget as Emergency Appropriations Near $472MNewark’s proposed $900.5 million budget might not be adopted until the end of October – six months past the mandatory deadline – as the city continues to operate through temporary emergency appropriations to keep the sRead the storyA Yearly Opportunity To Gather Regional Leaders Across Sectors & Specialties
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Tonya Smith-Jackson, Ph.D., CPE
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