University Hospital Newark awarded $600K for expansion of nationally recognized Liver Transplant Center
University Hospital has received a $600,000 gift from The Healthcare Foundation of New Jersey (HFNJ) to support expansion of the hospital’s state-of-the-art Advanced Liver Disease & Transplantation Center. HFNJ’s investment in University Hospital will significantly expand access to advanced liver care and...
East Orange City Council Backs Kuzuri Kijiji Apartment Complex Redevelopment
East Orange is inching closer to transforming Sussex Avenue after a recent approval from city council of a tax incentive towards the redevelopment of the Kuzuri Kijiji apartment complex near the I-280 and Garden State Parkway interchange. City officials agreed to adopt the ordinance for a payment in lieu of...
Newark school board urged to ‘ditch’ food vendor contracted by ICE detention center
Immigrants’ rights advocates are urging the Newark Board of Education not to renew millions of dollars in contracts with Driscoll Foods, a company that provides meals to thousands of public school children and to adults being held in the city at the Delaney Hall immigrant detention center. Groups including...
New Jersey Unveils Plan To Transform Abandoned Rail Line Into Nine-Mile State Park
Environmental Protection Commissioner Shawn M. LaTourette revealed plans for a nine-mile greenway in Essex and Hudson counties. This will become New Jersey's newest state park. Officials drafted a plan to turn an old rail corridor into a recreation area. "The Vision & Action Plan specifies a strategic approach for...
Family demands answers after fatal police shooting in Newark
NEWARK, NJ - A fatal officer-involved shooting in Newark remains under investigation as the victim’s family and community members demand answers. The New Jersey Attorney General’s Office confirms a Newark police officer fatally shot one man and wounded another during an encounter Monday afternoon near Ross Street and...
NJ family reunited with stolen dog found on freeway near Newark Airport
A New Jersey family was reunited with their 3-month-old Labradoodle after the puppy was stolen along with their car in Morris County this week.
The New York gas rule every homeowner must check to avoid up to $5,000...
New York homeowners should take a look at the local and state natural gas regulations and inspections, as some laws are changing, and local violation fines are being sent out this month
New Map Shows Where Significant Snowfall Is Most Likely From Major Winter Storm
A fast‑strengthening winter storm has upped the odds for plowable snow in parts of the Northeast, even as dangerous icing looms to the south. AccuWeather’s latest map for Saturday night, Jan. 24, through early Monday, Jan. 26, highlights where at least 3 inches is most likely. Breakdown by...
New York Rescuers Step Inside A Tiny Apartment And Discover A Scene They’ll Never...
Every so often, a rescue case comes to light that is difficult to process and serves as a stark reminder of how severe neglect can be. There is no justification for mistreating animals, who depend entirely on people for care, safety, and compassion. Yet some are subjected to unimaginable conditions.
Winter Storm Warning As 22 Inches of ‘Lake-Effect’ Snow To Hit
Hazardous travel conditions are expected in Michigan and New York, with significant variations in snow and visibility.
