Follow local news and events in Newark with The Jersey Bee. Here is The Daily Buzz for Aug. 31, 2026 from The Jersey Bee.
LOCAL NEWS
“Work Ready: The Hidden Rules of Getting Hired After Incarceration” workshop planned at Newark library on Sep. 3 in the Main Branch. It is from 6-7 p.m. Attendees will learn ways to secure employment and overcome work barriers. Registration is required. Free admission. Library card not required.
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Newark Public Library
Eligible Newark residents can submit a preliminary application for affordable housing at 45 William St. Available affordable housing units include one one-bedrooms and one two-bedrooms. Preliminary applications available online.
Newark City
Eligible Newark youth up to age 17 can receive free vaccinations with the city’s health department through Sep. 19. It is from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 110 William St., Room 108. Appointments are not required.
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Newark Department of Health and Community Wellness
“Pours into Purpose” fundraiser benefitting Isaiah House, an East Orange-based nonprofit that supports homeless residents, is scheduled for Sep. 24 in Springfield. It begins at 6:30 p.m. at Sofia’s Fine Italian Cuisine, 272 Morris Ave. There will be a wine tasting, dinner, and more. Tickets are available online.
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Isaiah House
Latinos of Montclair seeks volunteers to support its events. People interested in volunteering can sign up online.
Latinos of Montclair
Businesses and nonprofits can apply to vend at Out Montclair’s Pride Festival, scheduled for Oct. 11. Deadline to apply is Sep. 4. Applications are available online.
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Out Montclair
Arc of Essex County is hiring for its events and communications internship and IT internship. Positions start in mid-September. It is a paid position. Applications are available online.
The Arc of Essex County
“Family Fun Fest” planned with The Arc of Essex County on Sep. 12 in East Hanover. It is from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Camp Hope, 127 Cedar St. There will be movement activities, arts and crafts, and more. RSVP by Sep. 7.
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The Arc of Essex County
REGIONAL NEWS
New Jersey residents ages 16+ can apply to be an election poll worker within their county. In-person early voting for the general election is from Oct. 24 to Nov. 1. General election day is Nov. 3. Interested applicants should contact their county board of elections for applications.
New Jersey Division of Elections
