Follow local news and events in Newark with The Jersey Bee. Here is The Daily Buzz for Mar. 24, 2026 from The Jersey Bee.
LOCAL NEWS
Newark Mayor Ras Baraka will deliver the State of the City Address on Mar. 31 at NJPAC. It begins at 7 p.m. and will discuss the city’s achievements and future goals. Newark residents can attend for free by contacting designated ward representatives, which is available online.
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Newark City
Previously incarcerated Newark residents can apply by Mar. 31 to attend a free 12-week entrepreneurship program at Newark library. Class is from Apr. 6 to Jul. 6 and meets Mondays and Wednesdays. Applications are available online.
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Newark Public Library
People can attend a virtual information session discussing constitutional workplace rights with Ironbound Community Corporation on Mar. 31. It begins at 5:30 p.m. It will discuss minimum wage and overtime rights, protection from discrimination, safety protections, and actions to take when rights are violated. Participants will receive a gift card. To register, text your full name and “WORK RIGHTS” to 973-346-7050.
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Ironbound Community Corporation
Newark students can register to attend the Summer Acceleration and Enrichment Program, scheduled from Jul. 6 to Aug. 6. Attendees will prepare for AP courses, earn certificates, and participate in internships. Registration is available online.
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Newark School of Data Science & Information Technology
Ironbound Community Corporation is training and hiring for urban forestry positions. It involves planting trees in Newark. Applications are available online. It is a paid position.
Ironbound Community Corporation
Rep. LaMonica McIver seeks submissions to the NJ-10 Congressional Art Competition through Apr. 24. The winning artwork will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol. Submissions must be delivered to the NJ-10 office, located at 60 Park Pl. Suite 302 in Newark. Open to students living in Newark, West Orange, East Orange, Orange, Montclair, and Irvington.
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Rep. LaMonica McIver
Branch Brook Park is hiring gardeners and landscapers. The position is available from March to October. Applications are available online.
Branch Brook Park Alliance
REGIONAL NEWS
Individuals ages 17+ must register by Mar. 26 to vote in the special general election for the 11th congressional district, scheduled for Apr. 16. The district includes parts of Morris, Essex, and Passaic counties. Eligible individuals can register to vote online, in-person at a local election office, or by mail. Voter registration status, ways to register, and polling information are available online.Add to 📅.
New Jersey Division of Elections
