Follow local news and events in Newark with The Jersey Bee. Here is The Daily Buzz for Apr. 1, 2026 from The Jersey Bee.
LOCAL NEWS
New and expectant parents can receive free diapers and baby formula at La Casa de Don Pedro on Apr. 15 through the organization’s “Baby Needs” program. Resources are available at a first-come, first-served basis every third Wednesday of the month from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 23 Broadway in Newark.
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La Casa De Don Pedro
Newark police is hiring school crossing guards. Applications are available online.
Newark Public Safety
Eligible N.J. residents can sign up for free tax preparation services with professional IRS volunteers in Newark’s South Ward through Apr. 15, when individual income tax returns are due to the federal government. VITA, the IRS’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance, provides free tax assistance to individuals who earn $80,000 or less and need help preparing their tax returns. South Ward locations include Leaders for Life, 84 Clinton Pl., BRICK Gateway Academy, 534 Clinton Ave., and Weequahic Family Sucess Center, 434 Chancellor Ave. Appointments can be scheduled online.
BRICK networks
Branch Brook Park Roller Skating Center in Newark was added to the N.J. Black Heritage Trail, which identifies Black history sites throughout the state. The designation was approved in September.
NJ Advance Media
Free tax preparation assistance with AARP representatives planned at Belleville library. Appointments required and can be booked online. Time slots available Mondays and Thursdays from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Belleville Township
KinderSmile Foundation is hiring a volunteer coordinator in Bloomfield. To apply, email ksf@kindersmile.org.
KinderSmile Foundation
Maplewood is hiring for multiple positions within the township. A list of job openings is available online. Applications accepted online.
Maplewood Township
Turtle Back Zoo launched an app for patrons. It includes a map, audio tours, and scavenger hunts. It is available to download online.
Turtle Back Zoo
REGIONAL NEWS
Robert Frazer was recently appointed as N.J.’s U.S. attorney, or top federal prosecutor, by the U.S. District Court of N.J. Frazer’s appointment follows the disqualification of four U.S. attorneys chosen by the Trump administration. Among them was Alina Habba, who served as acting U.S. attorney for N.J. from July to December 2025. United States Third Circuit Court of Appeals Judge D. Michael Fisher ruled that Habba’s appointment is unconstitutional because Habba was not confirmed by the Senate or appointed by district trial court judges. The Trump administration chose Jordan Fox, Ari Fontecchio, and Philip Lamparello for the position, but U.S. District Judge Matthew Brann ruled that they are disqualified because their appointment was not approved by the Senate.
New Jersey Monitor
New Jersey residents can receive free tax preparation assistance with the AARP Foundation’s IRS-certified counselors until Apr. 15. Tax services can be prepared in-person or virtually, with additional options to self-prepare or drop off tax documents at a tax aide site and collect the return when it’s ready. Appointments may be required depending on the location. Residents can search for the nearest AARP tax aide site online and schedule an appointment if prompted.
AARP Foundation
