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Bridge Street Bridge Closed Week of September 18, 2023 bridge closure bridge repair bridge street bridge harrison nj detour harrison nj traffic Sep 17, 2023

The Bridge Street Bridge, a vital vehicular artery in our community, will be closed for construction on Monday, September 18, 2023, to Friday, September 22, 2023. The construction work will be carried out between 9:30 am and 3:30 pm, weather permitting.

During this period, the bridge will be...

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NWSL Showdown: Washington Spirit v. NJ/NY Gotham FC Sat. Sept. 16,2023 gotham gotham fc harrison nj washington spirit washington spirit fc Sep 15, 2023

On Saturday, September 16, 2023, soccer fans will be treated to a thrilling match between the Washington Spirit and the NJ/NY Gotham FC soccer clubs. The game is set to take place at the Red Bulls Arena in Harrison, NJ, promising an evening of intense competition and unparalleled skill on the...

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Mayor Fifeā€™s Legacy: Green Space Unfilled Promises & EPA Toxic Sludge agent orange epa essex county parks green space harrison nj pse&g pseg toxic chemical toxic sludge Sep 12, 2023

In the span of a year, Harrison Mayor James Fife has faced mounting criticism over his perceived failure to protect and foster green spaces in the Harrison Redevelopment Zone, a responsibility that falls both under his purview as the Chairman of the Harrison Redevelopment Agency (HRA) and Mayor...

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Bridge Street Closed Mon. Sept. 11 to Sept. 15, 2023 For Repairs bridge street bridge harrison nj traffic traffic bulletin Sep 10, 2023

The Bridge Street Bridge, a vital vehicular artery in our community, will be closed for construction on Monday, September 11, 2023, to Friday, September 15, 2023. The construction work will be carried out between 9:30 am and 3:30 pm, weather permitting.

During this period, the bridge will be...

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Harrison 9/11 Memorial Service 2023 Monday September 11th 9/11 memorial fabian soto harrison memorial monument harrison nj harrison-east newark elks Sep 08, 2023

In the golden glow of the setting sun, the community of Harrison will come together to remember and honor the lives lost on the tragic day of September 11, 2001. The Harrison East Newark Elks Lodge 2326 with the Town of Harrison, invites one and all to a heartfelt Memorial Service at the serene...

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Harrison Mayor & Council Meet Wed. Sept. 6, 2023: What You Need to Know agenda harrison nj mayor & council town meeting Sep 06, 2023

 The Town of Harrison, New Jersey, will be holding its Mayor and Council meeting on Wednesday, September 6, 2023. The meeting is scheduled to start at 6:15 p.m. and will take place at the Harrison Town Hall, located at 318 Harrison Avenue, Harrison NJ.  The initial part of the meeting...

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Remembering John Ogiela: Wake and Memorial Service Details Announced harrison nj holy cross chapel mausoleum john ogiela mulligan funeral home our lady of czestochowa harrison Sep 04, 2023

The community of Harrison, New Jersey, is in mourning following the tragic loss of John Ogiela, who passed away on Sunday, August 27, 2023, at the age of 74. Mr. Ogiela was fatally struck in a collision between a vehicle while riding his bicycle at the intersection of Harrison Avenue and the...

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Harrison Bridge Street Bridge Closed Tues. Sept. 5 thru Friday Sept. 8, 2023 bridge street bridge harrison nj construction harrison nj traffic traffic bulletin Sep 03, 2023

The Bridge Street Bridge, a vital vehicular artery in our community, will be closed for construction on Tuesday, September 5, 2023, to Friday, September 8, 2023. The construction work will be carried out between 9:30 am and 3:30 pm, weather permitting.

During this period, the bridge will be...

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Harrison NJ School Year 2023 Starts Wed. Sept. 6th back to school crossing guards drive safely back to school harrison nj harrison police harrison police department public safety Sep 02, 2023

The Town of Harrison in Hudson County, New Jersey, is buzzing with excitement as schools are set to open for the academic year on Wednesday, September 6, 2023, at 9 a.m. This is a significant day for students, parents, and educators alike, marking the beginning of new learning opportunities and...

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Brick City HBCU Kickoff Classic at Red Bull Arena Sat. Sept. 2, 2023 23 and me grambling state tigers greater newark conventino visitor bureau hampton pirates harrison football harrison nj harrison police harrison police department hue jackson i heart media prudential red bull arena robert prunty smirnoff lemonades wells fargo Aug 31, 2023

The Hampton Pirates and the Grambling State Tigers are set to face off in an exciting football game on Saturday, September 2, 2023, at 3 p.m. The match will take place at the Red Bull Arena in Harrison, New Jersey, as part of the inaugural Brick City HBCU Kickoff Classic. This event is more than...

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Bicyclist Fatally Struck in Harrison NJ: Joint Investigation Underway accident fatality harrison nj harrison police harrison police department new jersey state police route 280 state police Aug 29, 2023

A somber mood envelops the town of Harrison following a tragic accident on Sunday, August 27, 2023, where a bicyclist was fatally struck by a car. The incident occurred at the intersection of Harrison Avenue and the on-ramp to Route 280 East.

Initial reports suggest that the driver of the vehicle...

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Bridge St. Bridge Closed Mon. Aug. 28th to Fri. Sept. 1 2023 for Repair bridge closure bridge repair bridge street bridge harrison nj detour harrison nj Aug 27, 2023

The Bridge Street Bridge, a vital vehicular artery in our community, will be closed for repairs on Monday, August 28, 2023, to Friday, September 1, 2023. The construction work will be carried out between 9:30 am and 3:30 pm, weather permitting.

During this period, the bridge will be inaccessible...

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