Follow local news and events in Newark with The Jersey Bee. Here is The Daily Buzz for Sep. 2, 2026 from The Jersey Bee.
LOCAL NEWS
Newark youth can attend a free college readiness program starting Sep. 2 at Newark library’s Branch Brook Branch. It meets weekly through Sep. 23. Registration is required. Library card not required.
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Newark Public Library
“Bring Your Own Book” club meeting planned at Newark library on Sep. 9 in the Main Branch. It is from 6-8 p.m. Registration is not required.
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Newark Public Library
Back-to-school giveaway planned with Newark Councilman Michael Silva on Sep. 9. It is from 4-6 p.m. at Ironbound Stadium. There will be free haircuts and backpacks. Rain date is Sep. 11.
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Councilman Michael Silva
Ironbound Community Corporation is hiring for multiple positions. Openings include handyman, development director, and employment coach, among others. Email resumes to info@ironboundcc.org.
Ironbound Community Corporation
CareWell Health Medical Center opened a new medical laboratory in East Orange. It is located at 240 Central Ave. The laboratory provides diagnostic testing for blood chemistry, hormone and immune system analysis, blood cell counts, and more.
East Orange City
“Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration” planned with Essex County Board of County Commissioners on Sep. 9 in Newark. It begins at 6 p.m. at Essex County Hall of Records and will honor Miryam A. Torres, Madeline Guthrie, Jamille Hernandez, and Antonia Lerdo. There will be a musical performance by Payne Tech student Zoe Alexa Arroyabe.
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Carlos Pomares, VP, Essex County Commissioners
Free webinar discussing life insurance planned with Urban League of Essex County on Sep. 9. It is from 6-7 p.m. on Zoom. Registration is required.
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Urban League of Essex County
REGIONAL NEWS
New Jersey residents can attend food festivals and food truck events throughout September. There are more than 60 events scheduled across the state. A list is available online.
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