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Support Local Shops & Restaurants on Small Business Sat. Nov. 30, 2024 grocery store grocery stores harrison grocery stores harrison nj restaurant page small business saturday Nov 29, 2024

As the holiday season kicks into high gear, shoppers are reminded to support local businesses during their holiday shopping. Saturday, November 30, 2024, is Small Business Saturday. The annual event, launched in 2010 by American Express, celebrates and supports small businesses that are the heart...

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Lincolnā€™s Legacy: How Thanksgiving Became a National Holiday abraham lincoln george washington harrison nj plymouth colonists president abraham lincoln sarah josephs hale thanksgiving day Nov 28, 2024

Thanksgiving Day, as we know it, owes much to President Abraham Lincoln, who played a pivotal role in formalizing the holiday. While the origins of Thanksgiving trace back to 1621, when the Plymouth colonists and the Wampanoag Native Americans shared an autumn harvest feast, the journey to a...

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Holiday Cheer at Centro Romeu Cascaes:Toy Drive & Breakfast With Santa breakfast with santa harrison nj santa claus tomorrow's children fund toy drive Nov 27, 2024

The Centro Romeu Cascaes Portuguese American Community Center in Harrison, NJ, is embracing the spirit of giving and joy this holiday season with two special events designed to bring the community together while spreading cheer to those in need.

Toy Drive in Partnership with Tomorrow’s...

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Harrison Redevelopment Agency Meet Mon. Nov. 25, '24 EPA Not On Agenda epa harrison nj harrison redevelopment harrison redevelopment agency harrison redevelopment zone mayor james fife toxic sludge toxic sludge plant Nov 25, 2024

The Harrison Redevelopment Agency (HRA) is scheduled to hold a public meeting on Monday, November 25, 2024, at 1 p.m. on the third floor of Harrison Town Hall, located at 318 Harrison Avenue, Harrison NJ. The meeting will take place in the Mayor's Conference Room. Among the key items on the...

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Join Harrison East Newark Elks Lodge @ 2024 Holiday Community Events christmas community event harrison nj harrison-east newark elks santa claus toys for tots Nov 22, 2024

The Harrison East Newark Elks Lodge 2326, located at 406 Harrison Avenue, Harrison, NJ, has announced an exciting lineup of holiday-themed community events for December 2024. From creative activities to charitable efforts, these events are designed to bring the community together and spread...

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HHS Boys Soccer Team Faces Sterling High @ Group II State Championship harrison high school harrison high school boys soccer harrison nj Nov 20, 2024

The Harrison High School Boys Soccer Team is poised to make history this Sunday, November 24, 2024, as they face Sterling High School in the Group II State Championship Final. The highly anticipated match kicks off at 5:30 p.m. at Franklin High School Field, 500 Elizabeth Avenue, Somerset, NJ.

As...

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The Observer Newspaper Joins Local Heroes For Thanksgiving Food Drive food pantry harrison nj observer newspaper the observer newspaper turkey giveaway Nov 19, 2024

In the spirit of giving, The Observer, a local newspaper serving the Town of Harrison and neighboring communities, is teaming up with Kearny PBA No. 21, FMBA Local 18/218, and CS-11 to host a Thanksgiving Food Drive. Their mission: to ensure every family in need has a hearty Thanksgiving meal,...

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Red Bulls & Kean University Athletes Team Up For Turkey Giveaway harrison fest turkey meal drive harrison nj kean univesity red bull arena traffic traffic bulletin turkey giveaway Nov 18, 2024

In a heartwarming display of community partnership, the New York Red Bulls and Kean University are joining forces to spread Thanksgiving cheer to families in need. On Thursday, November 21, 2024, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., the Red Bull Arena in Harrison, NJ, will host a Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway,...

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Hudson County Honors Local Veterans in Jersey City Ceremony councilman lawrence bennett craig guy cristina sanchez harrison nj hudson county executive craig guy lawrence bennett mark makowski thomas veith veterans veterans day Nov 15, 2024

Hudson County Executive Craig Guy led a heartfelt ceremony in Jersey City to honor the service and sacrifices of local veterans as part of the county’s annual Veterans Day commemorations. Among this year’s honorees from West Hudson were Cristina Sanchez of Harrison, Thomas Veith of...

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Harrison Mayor & Council Meeting Nov. 19, 2024 @ Harrison Town Hall harrison nj harrison redevelopment agency mayor & council mayor james fife public session zoning board of adjustment Nov 13, 2024

The Mayor and Council of Harrison are scheduled to convene on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, at 6:15 p.m. in the Third Floor Conference Room of the Harrison Town Hall. This meeting is expected to draw significant attention, as it marks the first time the governing body will meet since its last...

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Check Your Lottery Ticket As Local Store Sold Million $ Lottery Ticket harrison nj jersey cash 5 lottery kearny nj new bergen winee & liquors nj lottery Nov 12, 2024

A very lucky New Jersey Lottery player has struck gold, winning a $1,302,942 Jersey Cash 5 Jackpot with a ticket purchased at New Bergen Wines & Liquors located at 230 Kearny Avenue in the neighboring Town of Kearny, NJ  on Sunday, November 10, 2024.

The winning numbers for that...

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Stunning Upset: Trump Wins 4th Ward in Heavily Democratic Harrison, NJ councilman james doran donald trump epa harrison nj james fife kamala harris mayor & council mayor james fife november election pilot presidential election property taxes rent increase toxic sludge toxic sludge plant Nov 11, 2024

In a surprising twist in the 2024 presidential election, Republican candidate Donald Trump captured significant ground in Harrison, New Jersey—a town traditionally known for its strong Democratic leanings. Trump won three districts outright and took the Fourth Ward with 568 votes to Kamala...

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