News & Opinion
On July 3, 2024, at approximately 10 a.m., a pedestrian was struck by a car at the intersection of Harrison Avenue and the Route 280 Eastbound Ramp. The vehicle that hit the pedestrian left the scene of the accident, prompting immediate concern and action from witnesses and authorities.
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The U.S. Women's National Soccer Team (USWNT) will face the Mexico Women's National Soccer Team at Red Bull Arena in Harrison, NJ, on July 13, 2024, with a 2:30 p.m. start. This match, presented by New York Life, is significant as it serves as a penultimate preparation for the USWNT before they...
The Peruvian Civic Association of NJ Inc. (PCANJ) will hold its Annual Peruvian Cultural Parade, on Sunday, July 21, 2024. The parade will commence at 12:30 p.m. from the Harrison Town Hall, located at 318 Harrison Avenue, and proceed north along Frank E. Rodgers Blvd. and Kearny Avenue,...
The Town of Harrison is gearing up for a series of important meetings this coming week. Here’s a detailed look at what residents can expect, including notable cancellations and changes.
Harrison Redevelopment Canceled Meetings
The Harrison Redevelopment Agency Meeting scheduled for...
The Harrison Mayor & Council have appointed LEW Environmental Services Company as the designated firm to conduct lead paint inspections in town. LEW is not the only lead inspection company that can conduct and certify a property passed a lead inspection but the designation provides residents...
This summer, Harrison Public Schools is launching a Free Summer Lunch Program for local children, running from Monday, July 8, 2024, through Thursday, August 1, 2024. The program will be held at Washington Middle School, located at 1 North 5th Street, Harrison, NJ. Lunch will be served from 11...
As we celebrate Independence Day, let's take a moment to reflect on the document that severed America's ties with Great Britain—the Declaration of Independence. Written by Thomas Jefferson and ratified on July 4, 1776, this historic document holds immense importance in American history. It...
The Town of Harrison does not currently have an Independence Day Celebration and/or Fireworks Celebration but other surrounding communities have 4th of July Celebrations and Fireworks. Last year as many Harrison residents will recall the Town of Harrison had a 4th of July CONCACAF Gold Cup Soccer...
The Mayor and Council of Harrison, NJ, held a Special Council meeting on Monday, July 1, 2024, at noon via Zoom. The agenda included several important items: the renewal of alcohol licenses, awarding a contract to an environmental services company for lead paint inspections in rental units, the...
The Town of Harrison will conduct a Special Meeting of the Mayor & Council on Monday, July 1, 2024, at 12:00 noon using the Zoom videoconferencing platform. This meeting will include the participation of the Mayor, Council members, Town Department Heads, and the Public. Click this link and...
The excitement continues at Red Bull Arena as NJ/NY Gotham FC gears up to host Seattle Reign FC on Sunday, June 30, 2024. The match, set to kick off at 1:00 p.m., will be a special occasion as Gotham FC marks the send-off for their players heading to the 2024 Paris Games.
This match promises to...
The New York Red Bulls are set to face off against their long-time rivals, D.C. United, on Saturday, June 29, 2024, in what promises to be an exciting match at Red Bull Arena. The game kicks off at 7:30 p.m. ET and will feature a special Kids Night, making it a perfect family outing. The rivalry...