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Harrison FMBA Local No. 22 Junior Firefighter Day Sat. Nov. 2, 2024 harrison fest harrison fest grand parade harrison fire harrison fire department harrison firefighters harrison nj junior firefighter day Oct 31, 2024

The Harrison Fire Department, in partnership with FMBA Local No. 22, invites all residents to join a day of fun, learning, and community bonding at the annual Junior Firefighter Day. The event, which will take place on Saturday, November 2, 2024, runs from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Harrison Library...

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Harrison Public Works Begins Fire Hydrant Flushing Mon. Sept. 16, 2024 department public works harrison fire department Sep 11, 2024

The Town of Harrison Public Works Department has announced that it will begin flushing fire hydrants starting the week of September 16, 2024, through October 25, 2024. The flushing will take place during late-night hours, between 9 p.m. and 1 a.m., over six weeks. This maintenance is essential...

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HPD Junior Police Academy: Youth & Law Enforcement Building Bridges harrison fire department harrison jr. police academy harrison nj harrison police department hudson county k-9 unit hudson county prosecutor hudson county sheriff new jersey state police newark police mounted unit Aug 14, 2024

From Monday, August 12th to Friday, August 16th, 2024, the Harrison Police Department is hosting its annual Junior Police Academy, a cornerstone program designed to strengthen the relationship between local law enforcement and the community's youth. This year, 30 cadets, all students from Grades...

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Harrison Fire Dept.ā€™s Quick Response Extinguishes Blaze In Apt. Bldg. chief henry richard david barry east newark fire department harold stahl harrison collection harrison fire harrison fire department harrison firefighters harrison nj harrison path station harrison station hfd chief henry richard ironstate jersey city fire department jersey city fire fighters kearny fire department michael barry path station path train Aug 03, 2024

On Thursday, August 1, 2024, a fire broke out at the luxury apartment complex known as Harrison Collection, located at 300 Somerset Street in Harrison, NJ. The Harrison Fire Department’s Battalion 1 was the first to respond, swiftly arriving on the scene with Fire Engine 1, Fire Engine 4,...

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Early Morning Accident Shakes Harrison: Vehicle Crashes into Storefront accident harrison building department harrison fire department harrison nj harrison police harrison police department Jun 02, 2024

A morning drive turned chaotic in Harrison on Saturday, June 1, 2024, when a vehicle plowed into an unoccupied storefront following a two-car collision. The incident, which occurred at approximately 7:30 AM in the center of Town at the intersection of Harrison Avenue and Frank E. Rodgers...

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Harrison Memorial Day 2024: So Nobody Forgets Reading Of Names athen rivera dave doyle harrison fire harrison fire department harrison memorial day tribute harrison nj harrison police harrison police department harrison post no 282 american legion james fife james woods lt. dave doyle mayor & council mayor james fife sergeant william sawelson vfw post 340 May 24, 2024

On Thursday, May 23, 2024, the Town of Harrison gathered in solemn remembrance for the annual Memorial Day Tribute in the center of town at the Veterans Plaza in Library Park. The event, sponsored by Harrison Post No. 282 American Legion and the Sgt. William Sawelson VFW Post 340, brought...

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Harrison Fire Dept. Honors Fallen Hero at St. Patrick's Day Parade 2024 east newark fire department firefigher vincent doffont harrison fire department harrison firefighters harrison nj vincent doffont vincent doffont jr. Mar 11, 2024

In a heartfelt tribute that echoed through the streets of West Hudson, the Harrison Fire Department marked this year's United Irish St. Patrick's Day Parade with a solemn yet proud procession. Firefighters, clad in their sharp dress uniforms, marched in unison, carrying a flag to remember and...

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Harrison Mayor and Council Meeting Tues. Mar. 5, 2024 6:15 p.m. agriculture department environmental protection agency epa harrison fire department harrison nj harrison police department mayor & council red bull arena toxic sludge Mar 04, 2024

The Town of Harrison is set to host its Mayor and Council meeting on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, starting at 6:15 p.m. at the Harrison Town Hall, located at 318 Harrison Avenue, Harrison, NJ. This session is anticipated to address a variety of resolutions, ordinances, and community concerns.

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Harrison Fire Dept's Company Engine 4 Featured on National Fire Radio anselmo millan captain steve spera chief henry richard councilman anselmo millan firefighter joe schroek harold stahl harrison fire harrison fire department harrison nj national fire radio Mar 02, 2024

In the heart of Harrison, New Jersey, the Harrison Fire Department, led by Chief Henry Richard, was featured by National Fire Radio in a video (see below). Jeremy Donch of the National Fire Radio organization recently spotlighted the department for its forward-thinking Fire Committee, composed of...

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The After The Storm: Mayor & Council Meeting Tues. Feb. 13, 2024 6:15 p.m. harrison fire department harrison nj harrison police department harrison town budget harrison treasurer mayor & council mayor james fife Feb 13, 2024

The Harrison Mayor & Council meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, February 13, 2024, at the Town Hall located at 318 Harrison Avenue. The session is scheduled to commence at 6:15 p.m. in the Caucus Room on the Third Floor, with the official meeting following at 6:30 p.m.  The Mayor &...

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(Update) Ho-Ho-Holiday Saturday Cheer: Santa's Grand Tour 2023 Thru Harrison community event harrison fire department harrison firefighters harrison police harrison police department santa santa claus Dec 16, 2023

The spirit of Christmas is descending upon Harrison, NJ, in the most magical way this Sunday, December 17, 2023. Saturday, December 23 2023 Get ready to deck the halls and jingle all the way, as none other than Santa Claus himself will be gracing our town with his jolly presence. From 1 p.m. to 4...

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Concerns Over Transparency & Decision-Making in Harrison environmental protection agency epa harrison fire department harrison nj harrison police department harrison police dispatchers harrison redevelopment harrison redevelopment agency kearny fire department mayor & council Nov 16, 2023

In a series of recent developments that raise questions about transparency and decision-making, the Town of Harrison, NJ, is witnessing a troubling trend in its local governance. A critical look at these events reveals a pattern of special meetings, failure to notice a Mayor & Council...

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