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Harrison Public School Delayed Opening at 10 AM Today January 16, 2024 harrison board of education harrison nj harrison nj weather harrison zoning board mayor & council zoning board of adjustment Jan 16, 2024

In Harrison, the local public schools will open later than usual today, Tuesday, January 16, 2024, with doors opening at 10 a.m. This change in schedule aims to ensure the safety and convenience of students and staff.

Additionally, the Harrison Mayor & Council meeting, which was initially sch

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Northern New Jersey Braces for First Significant Snowfall in Years anthony mondaro department public works harrison nj harrison nj weather Jan 15, 2024

Residents of Northern New Jersey, including Harrison, are preparing for a wintry mix as the Harrison Weather Station (HWC) forecasts the first significant snowfall in the region in the last couple of years. According to Anthony Mondaro of the Harrison Weather Center, today's weather (Monday, January...

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Remembering Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.: A Legacy Beyond Dreams civil rights constitutional rights coretta scott king dr. martin luther king jr. harrison nj i have a dream speech march on washington martin luther king jr. Jan 12, 2024

This January 15th (2024), we observe Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a federal holiday honoring Dr. King's life and profound contributions to the Civil Rights movement. Best known for his electrifying "I Have A Dream" speech, delivered at the Lincoln Memorial on August 28, 1963, King's words resonat...

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Auditions Open for WHAT Co's Deadly Dessert in Harrison, NJ arts community event deadly dessert championship harrison nj town of harrison west hudson arts & theatre company what co Jan 08, 2024

The West Hudson Arts & Theater Company (WHAT Co), an independent beacon of creativity that made its home in Harrison, NJ, has announced auditions for its upcoming dinner theater production, Deadly Dessert Championship. Written by the talented local playwright Allyssa Hynes, this original murder myst...

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Winter Weather Advisory Sat. 1/6/24 Mixed Precipitation & Accumulation harrison nj harrison nj weather harrison weather station national weather service Jan 06, 2024

Residents of Harrison and surrounding towns are advised to prepare for a significant weather shift as the weekend approaches. According to the latest report by Anthony “Tony” Mondaro from the Harrison Weather Center, the serene skies will soon give way to a weather pattern, potentially impacting wee...

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Harrison's $42 Million Budget/ DP Ordinance+ Wed. Jan. 3, 2023 budget harrison nj mayor & council municipal budget Jan 03, 2024

The upcoming Reorganization Meeting of Harrison's Mayor and Council, slated for January 3, 2023, at the Harrison Town Hall, starting at 6:15 p.m., is set to pass an operating budget exceeding $42 million. The Mayor & Council have not however published to the Town’s Website (1) the 2024 Town Treasure...

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Harrison NJ Happy New Year 2024! happy new year harrison nj Jan 01, 2024

Dear Residents of Harrison NJ & Neighbors, 

As the New Year starts, we at Your Harrison wish to extend our heartfelt greetings to each of you. May this year be a canvas of joy, health, and prosperity for you and your loved ones. 

Good Health: We hope the new year blesses you with robust health, vi...

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2023 A Year in Review for Your Harrison Community anthony mondaro harrison nj harrison police department harrison public library james fife john ogiela lionel messi mayor & council mayor james fife mayor raymond mcdonough peruvian civic association peruvian parade raymond mcdonough red bull arena st. patrick day parade united irish association Dec 29, 2023

Your Harrison had quite a year providing those who cherish the Town of Harrison with information on events occurring in and affecting the Town of Harrison.  The year started with news that West Hudson Arts & Theatre Company (WHAT Co) was making Harrison its home base at the former Holy Cross School ...

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Kingsland Avenue Closure: Tough On Harrison Residents harrison nj harrison parking kingsland avenue montana construction parking passaic valley sewerage commission sewer repair Dec 21, 2023

The recent decision to close Kingsland Avenue for eight months for sewer line rehabilitation has sparked a wave of discontent among residents. The move, sanctioned by the Harrison Mayor & Council in their meeting on December 19, 2023, allows for extensive construction activities by the Passaic Valle...

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Mayor & Council Meeting Tues. Dec. 19, 2023 Changes & Kingsland Ave. Plus harrison nj harrison redevelopment zone mayor & council passaic valley sewerage commission pvsc Dec 19, 2023

Traditionally, the Harrison Mayor & Council do not hold a Mayor & Council meeting on Christmas week but the Mayor James Fife has scheduled a meeting for Tuesday, December 19, 2023.  The meeting, which starts at 6:15 p.m., is slated to cover a wide range of significant topics. Key resolutions include...

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Harrison Zoning Board Meeting Wed. Dec. 20, 2023 Childcare Variance all season childcare learning center childcare harrison nj harrison zoning board o'canecao sports bar zoning variance Dec 18, 2023

The Zoning Board of Adjustment of the Town of Harrison will hold a regular meeting on Wednesday, December 20, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. at the Harrison Town Hall, located at 318 Harrison Avenue, Harrison in the 2nd Floor Council Chambers. This meeting, in compliance with the New Jersey Sunshine Law, has be...

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Harrison Redevelopment Agency Limiting Public Engagement harrison nj harrison redevelopment agency mayor james fife open public meetings act steelwork apartment building Dec 14, 2023

In a move that raises significant concerns about public engagement and transparency, the Harrison Redevelopment Agency, under the chairmanship of Mayor James Fife, adopted Resolution 12-2023 at its December 11 2023 meeting.  Resolution 12-2023 imposes a five-minute limit on public questions and comm...

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