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A question that has been raised by a Newark native is why the city, despite its size, doesn’t have a shopping mall like its neighboring cities, Elizabeth and Jersey City. The query, posted on Reddit, has sparked a discussion among residents and those familiar with the city’s history.
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The discussion on Reddit revealed several reasons for the absence of a mall in Newark. One user mentioned that a mall was planned for downtown Newark, but the project was eventually replaced with the Prudential Center. This sentiment was echoed by another user who recalled the failed Renaissance Mall project, which was supposed to be built many years ago…