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UEZ Funds Support Public Safety Surge in North Ward BIDs

NEWARK – A significant boost in public safety and overall quality of life is sweeping through Newark’s North Ward, thanks to a collaborative effort by its two Business Improvement Districts (BIDs): the Bloomfield Avenue/Lower Broadway Alliance (BALBA) and the Mt. Prospect Partnership (MPP).

Free Weekend Microtransit Program to Connect Residents to Newark’s Arts and Education District

NEWARK – In the face of transit limitations brought on by the NJ Transit locomotive engineers strike, Newark leaders have taken steps to expand local transportation opportunities through the launch of “Via Newark,” a free weekend-only, on-demand transit service.

Newark, Audible, Invest Newark Expand Business Attraction Efforts to Strengthen Local Economy

NEWARK – Sweet Jeans Kitchen + Espresso Bar, a specialty café serving a menu with the downtown commuter in mind, has opened on Broad Street with the support of Newark, Audible and Invest Newark.

Newark Alliance, Invest Newark and City of Newark launch Newark Fan Fest mobile passport during marquee college basketball event

The Newark Alliance, Invest Newark and the City of Newark’s Arts and Education District recently launched “Newark Fan Fest,” a mobile passport for the estimated 19,000 visitors traveling to Downtown Newark during the National College Basketball Playoffs at Prudential Center, set for March 27-29, 2025.

Newark Receives Grant Funding to Revitalize Public Spaces, Increase Foot Traffic

NEWARK – Invest Newark, on behalf of the city, received $7 million from the state’s Urban Investment Fund Grant Program to embark on various revitalization projects, including the creation of Newark’s Walk of Fame.

Invest Newark Celebrates Local Entrepreneurs at Business Accelerator Graduation

Invest Newark celebrated the graduation of 16 small business owners from its Executive Business Accelerator Program during a ceremony at City Hall on Thursday, Jan. 16.

Combining Social Issues, Good Food: Sihana Bistro Set to Open in Downtown Newark

NEWARK – A new day-to-night café nestled in the heart of downtown Newark has emerged to cater to its community not just with great food, but with people-focused initiatives to combat social and economic issues affecting the city.

Newark awards $1.2 million to seven city small businesses, supporting growing retail scene

Newark city officials are giving a boost to local businesses, pledging $1.2 million in funding for seven restaurants and organizations as part of a plan to activate its retail corridors.

New Minority-Owned Cannabis Shop in Newark Comes to Budding Industry

City Leaf is the third cannabis shop to open in Newark since recreational cannabis was legalized in 2021.

Newark Leaders Award $2.3M to 8 City-based, Black-Owned Businesses

The City of Newark and Invest Newark have pledged $2.3 million in funding for eight retail businesses as part of a new Retail Reactivation Initiative to increase the number of amenities in Newark’s Arts & Education District.

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UEZ Funds Support Public Safety Surge in North Ward BIDs

NEWARK – A significant boost in public safety and overall quality of life is sweeping through Newark’s North Ward, thanks to a collaborative effort by its two Business Improvement Districts (BIDs): the Bloomfield Avenue/Lower Broadway Alliance (BALBA) and the Mt. Prospect Partnership (MPP).

Free Weekend Microtransit Program to Connect Residents to Newark’s Arts and Education District

NEWARK – In the face of transit limitations brought on by the NJ Transit locomotive engineers strike, Newark leaders have taken steps to expand local transportation opportunities through the launch of “Via Newark,” a free weekend-only, on-demand transit service.

Newark, Audible, Invest Newark Expand Business Attraction Efforts to Strengthen Local Economy

NEWARK – Sweet Jeans Kitchen + Espresso Bar, a specialty café serving a menu with the downtown commuter in mind, has opened on Broad Street with the support of Newark, Audible and Invest Newark.

Newark Alliance, Invest Newark and City of Newark launch Newark Fan Fest mobile passport during marquee college basketball event

The Newark Alliance, Invest Newark and the City of Newark’s Arts and Education District recently launched “Newark Fan Fest,” a mobile passport for the estimated 19,000 visitors traveling to Downtown Newark during the National College Basketball Playoffs at Prudential Center, set for March 27-29, 2025.

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UEZ Funds Support Public Safety Surge in North Ward BIDs

Free Weekend Microtransit Program to Connect Residents to Newark’s Arts and Education District

Newark, Audible, Invest Newark Expand Business Attraction Efforts to Strengthen Local Economy

Newark Alliance, Invest Newark and City of Newark launch Newark Fan Fest mobile passport during marquee college basketball event

Newark Receives Grant Funding to Revitalize Public Spaces, Increase Foot Traffic

Invest Newark Celebrates Local Entrepreneurs at Business Accelerator Graduation

Combining Social Issues, Good Food: Sihana Bistro Set to Open in Downtown Newark

Newark awards $1.2 million to seven city small businesses, supporting growing retail scene

New Minority-Owned Cannabis Shop in Newark Comes to Budding Industry

Newark Leaders Award $2.3M to 8 City-based, Black-Owned Businesses

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UEZ Funds Support Public Safety Surge in North Ward BIDs

Free Weekend Microtransit Program to Connect Residents to Newark’s Arts and Education District

Newark, Audible, Invest Newark Expand Business Attraction Efforts to Strengthen Local Economy

Newark Alliance, Invest Newark and City of Newark launch Newark Fan Fest mobile passport during marquee college basketball event

Newark Receives Grant Funding to Revitalize Public Spaces, Increase Foot Traffic

Invest Newark Celebrates Local Entrepreneurs at Business Accelerator Graduation

Combining Social Issues, Good Food: Sihana Bistro Set to Open in Downtown Newark

Newark awards $1.2 million to seven city small businesses, supporting growing retail scene

New Minority-Owned Cannabis Shop in Newark Comes to Budding Industry

Newark Leaders Award $2.3M to 8 City-based, Black-Owned Businesses

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