News & Opinion
Two of the last Three Harrison's local government meetings for this month have been canceled and the third meeting was moved to an earlier date. On Tuesday, August 1, 2023, the Mayor & Council Meeting is scheduled (details below).
The Zoning Board Meeting, initially scheduled for Wednesday,...
On a sunny day in Harrison, New Jersey, the streets were filled with vibrant colors, lively music, and a community spirit that was simply infectious. The occasion? The 2023 Peruvian Day Parade, is a day of cultural celebration and community engagement that proudly marked Peru's Independence Day.
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When it comes to elite North American soccer, it doesn't get much more exciting than a Leagues Cup matchup between Major League Soccer (MLS) teams. This year, the Leagues Cup tournament boasts a whopping 47 teams, 29 from the MLS, with teams hailing from both the United States and Canada, and 18...
As the warm summer breeze sweeps across Red Bulls Arena, anticipation fills the air. It is Saturday, July 22, 2023, a day marked on every soccer enthusiast's calendar. For on this day, at 7:30 p.m., the New England Revolution will face off against the New York Red Bulls, part of the thrilling...
Residents of the Town of Harrison in New Jersey are voicing their frustrations over traffic restrictions imposed during games at the Red Bull Arena. The closure of South Frank E. Rodgers Boulevard to vehicular traffic during these events has drawn the ire of local inhabitants, particularly those...
Founded by the legendary inventor Elisha Graves Otis in 1853, the Otis Elevator Company represents a significant chapter in the annals of American industrial history. Otis, a Vermont native, first showcased his groundbreaking invention — a safety elevator — at the 1854 New York...
Looking for the 2024 Peruvian Day Parade and Festival information click here.
The Peruvian Civic Association of NJ Inc. (PCA) is holding its annual Peruvian Day Parade and Festival on Sunday, July 23, 2023. This vibrant event will feature a lively Parade starting in Harrison, NJ, followed by a...
The Cookies recreational cannabis store is about to open its Harrison NJ location and there is a lot of anticipation coupled with misinformation on Facebook about the legalization of cannabis in the State of New Jersey. Two examples of misinformation are as follow: Purchasers are anticipating...
After almost two years since the Town of Harrison passed Ordinance 1445 permitting the legal sale of cannabis, Cookies Harrison LLC will be opening its store before the end of July (2023) according to a response to a question about the Town’s Cannabis Ordinance at the July 11, 2023, Mayor...
The Town of Harrison, NJ, is bracing for disruptions to its water service as the Passaic Valley Water Commission (PVWC) has announced a necessary repair to a 30-inch transmission water main. The work is set to be completed on or about Friday, July 14, 2023.
During this repair period,...
The New York Red Bulls are the underdog this Wednesday, July 12, 2023, as league leaders FC Cincinnati prepare to take on the 10th-ranked Red Bulls at the Red Bull Arena. Kick-off is at 7:30 p.m., a perfect setting for an evening of exciting Major League Soccer (MLS) action. Harrison residents...
The Town of Harrison Mayor and Council are scheduled to hold a public meeting on Tuesday, July 11, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. The meeting will be conducted virtually, utilizing the Zoom video conferencing software. Citizens can participate by clicking here or by dialing in using the phone number (616)...
