Follow local news and events in Newark with The Jersey Bee. Here is The Daily Buzz for Mar. 4, 2026 from The Jersey Bee.
LOCAL NEWS
Community meeting planned with Newark Second Precinct police officers on Mar. 11. The meeting is from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at St. Michael’s Church, 172-175 Broadway.
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Newark Public Safety
Women’s Wellness Summit planned with Newark public schools on Mar. 12. It is from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Harold Wilson School. It will discuss ways to manage stress and support their children. Free admission. Registration is required.
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Newark Public Schools
Birth Justice Institute, an organization focused on equity and justice in maternal healthcare, seeks community feedback on ways to improve birth justice on Mar. 11 in Irvington. It is from 4:30-6:30 p.m. at 50 Union Ave. Attendees will also learn about the organization’s mission, values, and purpose. Registration is required. Free admission.
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Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern NJ
Boys ages 14-18 affected by the justice system can attend a six-week mentorship program starting Mar. 12 at East Orange library. It meets from 6-8 p.m. through Apr. 16. Free admission. Transportation available. Register by calling 973-464-2004 or emailing safiyabashirlpc@gmail.com.
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East Orange Public Library
Students in grade 10 can attend a webinar discussing pathways after high school on Mar. 11 with Maplewood library. It is from 6:30-7:30 p.m. and led by My College Planning Team. It will also discuss college admissions processes and financial aid. Registration is required. Free admission.
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Maplewood Public Library
Maplewood is hiring for multiple positions. Openings include accounting assistant, building attendant, staff engineer, poll worker, and more. Applicatons are available online.
Maplewood Township
AAPI-NJ seeks volunteers to make posters in support of birthright citizenship on Mar. 11-12 in Montclair. Posters will be used in Washington, D.C. outside of the Supreme Court hearing of Barbara v. Trump on Apr. 1. Registration is required.
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AAPI New Jersey
REGIONAL NEWS
NJPAC published its lineup for the 2026 North to Shore Festival, scheduled for Jun. 13-28 across the state. A list of artists and musicians is available online. Tickets can be purchased online.
New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC)
Eligible businesses can apply to the state’s Small Business Improvement Grant. It provides reimbursement for expenses associated with building improvements, new furniture, and equipment. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Eligibility requirements and applications are available online.Add to 📅.
New Jersey Economic Development Authority
