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From Patrolman to Police Chief: A Career Defined by Service & Struggle chief derek kearns councilman james doran harrison police james doran mayor & council mayor james fife Apr 28, 2025

Over 30 years ago, David Strumolo began his service with the Harrison Police Department as a patrol officer and rose through the ranks to lieutenant. His leadership and qualifications earned him widespread respect among his peers. In 2018, when then-Chief Derek Kearns announced his retirement, the T...

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Red Bulls v Montreal Sat. 4/26/25 +Kids Day Celebration @ SI Stadium cf montreal soccer harrison nj harrison police harrison police department new york red bulls sports illustrated the sports illustrated stadium Apr 25, 2025

The New York Red Bulls are set to host CF Montreal Saturday, April 26, 2025, at Sports Illustrated Stadium (formerly Red Bull Arena), with kickoff scheduled for 4:30 p.m. The match will also serve as a special celebration of Kids Day, presented by Hackensack Meridian Health, featuring a variety of p...

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Harrison to Unveil Vietnam Veterans Monument Sat. April 26, 2025 david robertson donald b. scott franklin d. roosevelt park harrison nj harrison post no 282 american legion joseph p. mobus library park sergeant william sawelson vfw post 340 veterans Apr 23, 2025

In a continuing tribute to its proud military heritage, Harrison’s Post No. 282 American Legion and Sgt. William Sawelson VFW Post 340 will conduct a special ceremony to unveil a new monument honoring the town’s Vietnam War veterans. The ceremony will take place on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at 11 a....

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EPA Violating Its Mission Statement To Protect Public Health agent orange bridge repair dioxin environmental justice environmental protection agency harrison nj mayor & council Apr 21, 2025

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) was established to protect human health and the environment. But its proposed plan for cleaning the lower Passaic River—once a noble effort—is now in danger of violating that very mission. What was once a blueprint for restoring a polluted river has evolved ...

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Red Bulls Host D.C. United at SI Stadium on Sat. 4/19/2025 dc united harrison nj harrison police department new york red bulls ny red bulls traffic traffic bulletin Apr 18, 2025

The New York Red Bulls Aim to extend their Unbeaten Streak Against Rival Club in Saturday night's Matchup. The New York Red Bulls return to the Sports Illustrated Stadium on Saturday, April 19, 2025, for a highly anticipated matchup against longtime rivals D.C. United. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 ...

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Harrison Police Chief Strumolo Retirement & Police Director Ordinance chief david strumolo councilman james doran epa harrison nj harrison police harrison police department james doran james fife mayor james fife police chief police director toxic sludge Apr 16, 2025

For the first time in years, the Harrison Mayor & Council held a full meeting in the 2nd Floor Council Chambers—and it wasn’t standing room only but it was a very large crowd. Dozens of residents, along with a significant number of Harrison Police Officers and their supporters, packed the room on Tu...

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Harrison Police Unions Oppose Civilian Police Director Role chief david strumolo david burke harrison nj harrison police harrison police department marc silva mayor james fife police chief police director Apr 14, 2025

The two unions representing the officers of the Harrison Police Department—Harrison PBA Local 22 and Harrison PBA 22A—have issued a strong joint statement condemning the recent move by the Harrison Mayor & Council to introduce an ordinance creating a new civilian Police Director position. The propos...

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Gotham FC Hosts NC Courage Sun. Apr. 13 ’25 in Style-Focused Showdown gotham fc harrison nj nj ny gotham fc north carolina courage sport illustrated stadium Apr 11, 2025

This Sunday, April 13, at 4:00 p.m. NJ/NY Gotham FC will welcome the North Carolina Courage to Sports Illustrated Stadium (formerly Red Bull Arena) for a National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) matchup that promises both athletic intensity and a celebration of fashion. The game, themed Dress to Impres...

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Mayor & Council Quietly Moving To Add Police Director Position accordia harrison urban renewal chief david strumolo harrison police harrison police department police director Apr 09, 2025

Without public notice or inclusion on the original agenda, the Harrison Mayor & Council introduced an ordinance at their most recent meeting on April 1, 2025, to amend the Police Department’s Table of Organization by adding the position of Police Director, a civilian role with a proposed salary rang...

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Harrison High School Drama Club Brings Bubble Boy to Life bubble boy cultural event harrison high school drama club harrrison nj theatre Apr 07, 2025

The Harrison High School Drama Club is set to take the stage with its spring musical, Bubble Boy, running Thursday through Saturday, April 10–12, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. in the Harrison High School Auditorium located at 401 Kingsland Avenue, Harrison, NJ.

This year’s production promises to be an eye-pop...

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Keeping Harrison's Water Clean: The Role of Fire Hydrant Flushing fire hydrant flushing harrison fife department harrison nj harrison water department hydrant flushing Apr 05, 2025

Starting Monday, April 7, 2025, the Town of Harrison's Water Department will initiate a crucial maintenance program aimed at ensuring the purity and safety of its water supply. The six-week project involves the flushing of fire hydrants across Harrison, scheduled to take place nightly from 9 p.m. to...

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Red Bulls Host Chicago Fire Sat. Apr 5th '25 @ Sports Illustrated Stadium aspergers austism awareness autism chicago fire fc chicago fire soccer team harrison nj harrison police new york red bulls ny red bulls red bulls red bulls traffic traffic traffic bulletin Apr 04, 2025

On Saturday, April 5, 2025, the New York Red Bulls will square off against Chicago Fire FC in a significant MLS regular season matchup at the Sports Illustrated Stadium, starting at 7:30 p.m. This game is not only a test of skill on the pitch but also a night of inclusivity and awareness, as the Red...

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