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NEWARK HOUSING AUTHORITY SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION 2025 [PRESS RELEASE]

The Newark Housing Authority Scholarship Foundation (NHASF) is thrilled to announce its 17th Annual Golf Classic hosted on Monday, June 16, 2025, at the picturesque Forest Hill Golf Club in Bloomfield, NJ. This premier fundraising event is dedicated to supporting college-bound students residing in Newark Housing Authority's public

The Hood Report: April Edition
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The Hood Report: April Edition

Newark Stories in Bloom From poetry and film to youth-led storytelling, this month has been about planting seeds, and we’re watching them grow. April was filled with powerful moments: new programs were launched, voices were uplifted, and communities were connected through art and media. Here’s what we’ve

Stories Worth Seeing: Denise Hinds Talks the Power of Queer Film and What’s Ahead for Newark’s LGBTQ Film Festival
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Stories Worth Seeing: Denise Hinds Talks the Power of Queer Film and What’s Ahead for Newark’s LGBTQ Film Festival

"These are our stories, you don’t see them on TV, but here, you do," says Denise Hinds, Board President of Newark LGBTQ Community Center. Catch our full interview about the upcoming Newark LGBTQ Film Festival, May 1–4, and why this year’s lineup is bigger, bolder, and more beautiful than ever.

Support and Services in Newark: From Parenting to Financial Freedom

Support and Services in Newark: From Parenting to Financial Freedom

Newark is home to various programs designed to uplift, empower, and support residents from all walks of life. Whether raising a family, pursuing financial stability, seeking emotional support, or building stronger community ties, these resources help you thrive. Circle of Security Parenting Program Brick Education Network is hosting the Circle

NEWARK | Youth Scholarships and Opportunities This April.

Youth Scholarship Newark Housing Authority Scholarship Foundation Opens 2025 Application Cycle with Informational Sessions for Students Newark, NJ — April 3, 2025 — The Newark Housing Authority Scholarship Foundation (NHASF) is proud to announce that applications are now open for its 2025 Scholarship Program. The NHASF provides financial support to college-bound seniors

South Ward Resources for Youth, Families, and Community.

Newark’s South Ward is full of resources for youth, families, and individuals. Below, you'll find relevant information and South Ward resources available to support Newarkers this Spring in Newark, NJ. The zip codes in the South Ward are 07102, 07108, 07112, and 07114. Of the five, Clinton

Survival of the Fittest: A Newark Story as Told by Tahgee – Part One
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Survival of the Fittest: A Newark Story as Told by Tahgee – Part One

In “Survival of the Fittest,” a young Newark native reflects on his journey from childhood to surviving street life, juvenile detention, and gun violence. His story is raw, powerful, and a call to understand the environments that shape our youth.

The Hood Report: March Edition

The Hood Report: March Edition

We are cooking up things for this spring! Calling all Newark residents! We’re hosting our first Community Interview Day, and we want to hear from YOU. Whether you’ve lived in public housing, watched your block transform, or have a story about where you’ve called home in Newark,

The Hood Report: February Edition

Community Media Spotlight: Our Partnership with PUSHH We are excited to share an update on our Community Media Training Program in partnership with PUSHH (Peers Understanding Strategies for Healing and Help)! 🎤📸🎬 PUSHH is a Newark-based nonprofit dedicated to empowering at-risk and justice-involved youth through life skills training, advocacy, and community

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NEWARK: Culture, Comedy, and Anthropology with Dr. Amelia Simone Herbert and Justin Williams (Podcast)

By: Devonne Campbell YERRRRRR! QUICK TRIVIA: Which city in the US is home to the highest rate of corporate buyers in the nation, the victim of experimental tech-billionaire-led education reform, former home of The Black Youth Organization's Chad School and incubator of national comedy and culture icons? ANSWER:

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The Hood Report: Kicking off 2025

Kicking off 2025 - upcoming events and resources...

The Hood Report: October 002

Heartbreaking Loss: Community Mourns Young Sisters in Newark Fire Our Newark community is grieving the devastating loss of two precious young sisters, ages 6 and 8, who tragically passed away in a late-night fire at their South Ward home on Eckert Avenue. The family, who had sought a new life

Hip Hop Against Hunger Celebrates 10th Anniversary in Newark
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Hip Hop Against Hunger Celebrates 10th Anniversary in Newark

Hip Hop Against Hunger is an annual benefit concert where emcees, DJs, graffiti artists, and breakdancers come together to raise money and collect food, clothing, and supplies for food-insecure communities.

The Hood Report: October 001

On Tuesday, a major fire near the Newark-Irvington border left one person hospitalized and displaced over two dozen residents. Newark officials reported that the fire started in an abandoned home at 71 Montgomery Street in Irvington around 5 p.m. and quickly spread to four other occupied homes. One elderly

The Hood Report: September 002

Community Resources & Upcoming Events in Newark This Weekend The Fall House Music Festival3rd Annual House Music Festival in Branch Brook Park at Prudential Grove Concert area. Don’t delay sign up today to be a vendor!EventbriteCommunity Day: Fiesta Latina - Newark Downtown DistrictJoin us as we kick off

The Hood Report: September 001

This Week's Feature: Health and Wellness, Higher Education, and a Little Hype. 1. Education Opportunities: Discover free or low-cost programs to advance your career or complete your degree, including: * Per Scholas: Offers tuition-free IT education * GatewayU: Partners with Southern New Hampshire University for affordable degree programs * New Community

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Health and Wellness, Higher Education, and a Little Hype. A Guidebook for Grown People, Resources and Nightlife Networks in Newark.

Introduction Living in Newark for the last seven years, I am as in love as ever. Every day that I enjoy the city of Newark is another day that I discover our city is truly like no other. Trust me, I have lived in others. Of course, Newark Downtown has

The Hood Report: August 001

The Hood Report: August 001

Brick City Voices: Youth-Led Journey into Newark's Past Over the past 6 weeks, the Brick City Voices Oral History Project has made remarkable strides, thanks to our partnership with the Community Media Center at Express Newark and 12 passionate young people from across Newark. These dedicated youth have

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