Just over 35% of Newark’s 300,000-plus residents identify as Hispanic, a far greater share than in surrounding Essex County or New Jersey, both at about 22%, according to the non-profit DataUSA.
To acknowledge the courage, resilience and importance of the city’s second-most populous racial or ethnic group, particularly in light of the ongoing immigration crackdown, the city will hold its annual Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration on Friday with a day-long event at Symphony Hall.
“Newark is prouder than ever of our Hispanic community and the way it has infused vibrancy into every aspect of our city life,” Mayor Ras J. Baraka said in an announcement of the 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. event, the eighth one he’s hosting…