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Posted on: March 31, 2023

THE LITTLE LEAGUE, MINOR LEAGUE AND TEE-BALL OPENING DAY PARADE ON SATURDAY APRIL 29TH AT 11:00 AM

We are all meeting at 10:00 am on Saturday, April 29th at the Harrison Soccer courts on F.E.R. Blvd. and will be marching down on Harrison Avenue to the League Field. 

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Posted on: February 15, 2023

SUNSHINE NOTICE - PLANNING BOARD 2/21/2023 MEETING AT 6:00 PM VIA ZOOM

PLANNING BOARDTOWN OF HARRISON

318 Harrison AvenueHarrison, New Jersey 07029#268-2446

Arthur PettigrewChairperson

Jack MulrenanVice-Chairperson

Mary C. GainesSecretary

MEMBERS

Laurence BennettEdward AzevedoCarlos MarianoMatthew RavoJohn StarrJohn Thomas

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Posted on: January 27, 2023

NEW HARRISON PUBLIC LIBRARY HOURS

HARRISON PUBLIC LIBRARY HOURS

Monday - 10:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M.

Tuesday - 10 A.M. to 7:00 P.M.

Wednesday – CLOSED

Thursday - 10:00 A.M to 7:00 P.M.

 Friday - 11:30 A.M to 6:00 P.M.

Saturday – 10:00 A.M to 2:00 P.M.

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Posted on: January 17, 2023

NOTICE - PLANNING BOARD MEETING FOR 1/25/2023

PLANNING BOARD

TOWN OF HARRISON318 Harrison AvenueHarrison, New Jersey 07029#268-2446

Arthur PettigrewChairpersonJack MulrenanVice-ChairpersonMary C. GainesSecretary

MEMBERSLaurence BennettEdward AzevedoCarlos MarianoMatthew RavoJohn StarrJohn Thomas

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Posted on: December 22, 2022

FREE PARKING AT THE HARRISON PARKING GARAGE FROM NOW UNTIL NOON ON WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 28TH

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

12-22-2022

 

This is a message from Mayor James A. Fife and the Harrison Town Council.

As you know, Winter Storm Elliot is bringing the potential for flooding in Hudson County, including here in Harrison.

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Posted on: November 23, 2022

ACCELERATED TAX SALE 2022

ACCELERATED TAX?SALE 2022 

 

As of the 11th day of November, 2022 unpaid taxes, interest and other Municipal charges for the current year are eligible for tax sale.  Unpaid taxes, interest and other Municipal charges become a lien...

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Posted on: October 9, 2022

ATTENTION HARRISON RESIDENTS - WATER ADVISORY

ATTENTION HARRISON RESIDENTS:

 

Due to a 72” water main break in Nutley, our wholesale water supplier, Passaic Valley Water Commission, is supplying water to other municipalities, which in turn causes our pressure to be reduced.  ...

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Posted on: October 9, 2022

TOWN OF HARRISON FLU CLINIC

The Harrison Health Department will be giving the flu vaccines to Harrison residents at the Community Center, located at 401 Warren Street, on Wednesday, October 12th, from 9:30 am to 11:30 am. ID is required.

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Posted on: September 29, 2022

HIGH-DOSE FLU SHOTS AVAILABLE FOR HARRISON RESIDENTS AGE 65 AND OVER ON WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2022

FROM 9:30 AM TO 11:30 AM AT HARRISON SENIOR CENTER. NO APPOINTMENT IS NECESSARY.

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Posted on: August 9, 2022

NORTH HUDSON COMMUNITY ACTION CORPORATION WILL BE DISTRIBUTING MONKEYPOX VACCINES STARTING AUGUST 10

The North Hudson Community Action Corporation will be distributing Monkeypox vaccines starting August 10th in East Newark and Kearny.

For eligibility and scheduling, visit www.nhcac.org/northhudsonmonkeypox

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Posted on: July 26, 2022

TOWN OF HARRISON TAX BILL NOTICE

NOTICE

Tax bills will be mailed out on or before August 1, 2022.   The due date is extended to August 31, 2022.  

"Please note, failure to pay by the extended deadline will incur interest back to August 1".

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Posted on: April 5, 2022

GRAND OPENING OF THE NEW MULTI-FIELD COMPLEX (LITTLE LEAGUE)

The Recreation Department will have the grand opening of the new Multi-Field Complex (Little League) on Sunday, April 10th.

  • The Ribbon Cutting will take place at 1:00 pm
  • The Soccer game will start at 2:00 pm
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Posted on: January 27, 2022

FREE PARKING AT HARRISON PARKING DECK END'S FEBRUARY 2nd AT 11 PM

This is a reminder that applications for 2022 Resident Parking Permits are still being accepted.  Expired 2021 Permits will be honored until February 28th

 

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Posted on: January 7, 2022

SPECIAL MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL, MONDAY JANUARY 10TH AT 3:30 PM

PUBLIC NOTICE 

TOWN OF HARRISON

Special Meeting of the Mayor and Council

 

Please take notice that in accordance with the NJ Open Public Meetings Act, N.J.S.A. 10:4-6 et seq., and the rules and regulations adopted pursuant to same (the “Act”...

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Posted on: October 28, 2021

TOWN OF HARRISON FLU CLINIC

The Harrison Health Department will be giving free flu shots for All RESIDENTS over the age of 18. 

on Monday evening, 11/1/21 from 5pm - 7pm at the Senior Citizen Center located at 221-223 Harrison Ave. 

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Posted on: October 8, 2021

HIGH-DOSE FLU VACCINES TO ALL RESIDENTS OVER THE AGE OF 65, OCTOBER 19TH.

The Harrison Health Department will be offering high-dose flu vaccines to all residents over the age of 65.

Date: Tuesday, October 19, 2021

Place: Harrison Community Center 401 Warren St. 

Time: 9:00am - 11:00am

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Posted on: September 17, 2021

FEMA MEET FOR HURRICANE IDA DAMAGE ASSISTANCE ON WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 22, FROM 9:00 AM TO 1:00 PM

A Team from FEMA will be at the Harrison Community Center on Wednesday September 22, between the hours of 9am and 1pm. Anyone who sustained damages to their property from the flooding caused by the remnants of Hurricane Ida will be able to meet with the T...

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Posted on: April 21, 2021

NJEDA SMALL BUSINESS EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE GRANT PROGRAM

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

04-21-2021

 

This is a message from Mayor James A. Fife and the Harrison Town Council.

The New Jersey Economic Development Authority has announced a new Small Business Emergency Assistance Grant program for businesses nega...

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Posted on: April 7, 2021

HUDSON REGIONAL HEALTH COMMISSION - PUBLIC HEALTH UPDATE

Consistent with CDC's recommendations, NJDOH has updated guidance for fully vaccinated persons as it relates to travel. Fully vaccinated persons should get tested 3-5 days after returning to the United States from international travel, but no qua...

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Posted on: March 8, 2021

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

03-08-2021

 

This is a message from Mayor James A. Fife and the Harrison Town Council.

We hope that you and your family are doing well during these difficult times.

While the majority of Harrison students are on remote lear...

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Posted on: February 22, 2021

PUBLIC HEALTH ADVISORY

HUDSON REGIONAL HEALTH COMMISSION

HEALTH ALERT NETWORK

Public Health Advisory

February 21, 2021

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To Hudson County Health Officers and Public Health Community:

 

Please review the following message from Alan Talarsk...

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Posted on: December 9, 2020

2021 PARKING PERMITS AVAILABLE FROM MONDAY, DECEMBER 14TH

The Harrison Police Department will be accepting Resident Parking Permit applications for 2021 starting on Monday, December 14th.

Parking Permit applications can be found on the Town website at www.townofharrisonnj.com by clicking on the Services tab and t...

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Posted on: August 11, 2020

HARRISON PUBLIC LIBARY CURBSIDE PICKUP

Harrison Public Library

Our doors remain closed to the public, but we are here happy to assist you. We are providing Curbside Pickup.

Staff will be available Monday to Friday, from 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM.

Please call the library at 973-483-2366 to request the bo...

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Posted on: November 23, 2020

TAX SALE NOTICE / ACCELERATED TAX SALE 2020

***TAX SALE NOTICE***

UNDER THE LAW OF THE STATE OF NEW JERSEY (TITLE 54, CH 5, SEC 19 & CH 99 P.L. 97) YOUR ACCOUNT HAS TAXES OR OTHER MUNICPAL CHARGES DUE AS OF NOVEMBER 10, 2020 OR PRIOR WHICH ARE SUBJECT TO SALE, AT WHICH TIME A LIEN WILL BE PLACED...

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Posted on: July 31, 2020

PLAYGROUND'S OPEN 9:00 A.M. TILL 4:00 P.M

PLAYGROUND SIGNAGE

STAY HOME IF YOU ARE SICK OR DO NOT FEEL WELL

USE SOCIAL DISTANCING TO MAINTAIN A DISTANCE OF 6 FEET BETWEEN YOURSELF AND OTHERS IN THE PLAYGROUND

WASHING HANDS BEFORE AND AFTER USING THE PLAYGROUND FACILITIES

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Posted on: July 28, 2020

PARKING ENFORCEMENT STARTING MONDAY, July 27TH

As you know, for health and safety reasons, and in-line with Governor Murphy’s “lock-down” orders, the Town relaxed enforcement of certain parking regulations.  This enabled residents to abide by the Governor&rsq...

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Posted on: June 18, 2020

Harrison Public Library Takeout Service

Harrison Public Library

On Friday, June 12 at 1pm Governor Murphy announced that New Jersey libraries could open as early as Monday June 15 for takeout services only. We have been working hard to get our takeout services in place, with the safety of both s...

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Posted on: June 17, 2020

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

REVERSE 911 CALL

06-17-2020

This is a message from Mayor James A. Fife and the Harrison Town Council.

Yesterday, you may have experienced discolored water in your home.  This was due to an unexpected high use of water by a...

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Posted on: June 5, 2020

Town has resumed street-sweeping operations

As always, the Town Council hopes that you and your family are doing well during these very difficult times.

As you know, for health and safety reasons, the Town has resumed street-sweeping operations.  Please check the signage on your street for ...

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Posted on: May 7, 2020

Town is resuming street-sweeping operations starting on Monday, May 11

As always, the Town Council hopes that you and your family are doing well during these very difficult times.

For health and safety reasons, the Town is resuming street-sweeping operations starting on Monday, May 11.  Please check the signage on yo...

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Posted on: June 9, 2020

Planning Board Meeting June 18th At 5:45 PM

PLANNING BOARD

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Posted on: April 17, 2020

Harrison resident are now able to access Kearny Library's Virtual resources

Harrison resident are now able to access Kearny Library’s Virtual resources such as Audio, ebooks, freegal music, online learning and much more. Please email at kearnylibrarycovid19@gmail.com and provide your name and town of residence to receiv...

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Posted on: March 28, 2020

A CORONAVIRUS MESSSAGE FROM – MAYOR JAMES A. FIFE

First of all, I hope that you and your loved ones are healthy and safe during this crisis.  If you need any assistance whatsoever, please call my office at 973-268-2444.

Next, I want you to know that ALL municipal government operations are continu...

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Posted on: March 19, 2020

NJ Human Services

NJ Human Services Works to Protect & Help Maintain Continued Benefits for Residents Amid COVID-19 Outbreak

Actions Address Child care, Seniors, Homeless, Medicaid, Mental Health, Substance Use Disorder and Disability Services

March 18, 2020

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Posted on: March 17, 2020

Harrison Town Hall & Annex Buildings

ATTENTION!

HARRISON TOWN HALL & ANNEX

POLICY TO RESTRICT IN-PERSON ACCESS

In accordance with recommendations from the CDC and the Governor’s Office, the Town of Harrison (“Town”) will be practicing social distancing to limit...

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Posted on: March 17, 2020

Parking:

Effective immediately, street cleaning and two hour parking enforcement is
suspended until further notice.

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Posted on: March 13, 2020

Coronavirus Pandemic Municipal Services Update

Due to the world-wide Coronavirus pandemic, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy has declared a State of Emergency.  Out of an abundance of caution, the Town of Harrison is taking the following precautions in the interests of public health:

  • Effective i...
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Posted on: October 17, 2019

Junior Firefighter Day on Saturday October 26th from 11 AM to 2 PM At Library Park

Harrison Residents Please Join 

Mayor James A. Fife and the Harrison Town CouncilAnd The Harrison FMBA Local 22 for

Junior Firefighter Day Saturday October 26, 2019 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

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Posted on: October 9, 2019

PSE&G GAS BILL DECREASE

PSE&G will decrease residential gas bills this fall and bills will be about 50 percent lower than they were in 2008.  

The typical residential gas customer will pay about $880 less per year than they did in 2008.

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Posted on: October 29, 2019

FREE Flu Shots @ Harrison Senior Center 221-223 Harrison Avenue

The Harrison Health Department will be offering FREE flu shots to all Harrison residents 18 years and older at the HARRISON SENIOR CENTER located at 221-223 Harrison Ave.

Wednesday evening, November 20, 2109, 6:00 pm – 7:00pm

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Posted on: October 1, 2019

The Harrison Cancer League in conjunction with the Harrison Health Department

The Harrison Cancer League in conjunction with the Harrison Health Department and In The Pink will be offering free breast screenings on Wednesday evening, October 16, 2019.

This program is for uninsured Harrison residents age 35 and over.

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Posted on: June 19, 2019

Red Bulls / Harrison Recreation Dept. Summer Camps

Open to Harrison residents only. Please bring proof of residence on the first day of camp.

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Posted on: May 22, 2019

Summer Fest 2019 on Monday June 3rd.

Location:

County Prep High School

525 Montgomery St, Jersey City, NJ 07302

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Posted on: May 15, 2019

Free Rabies Clinic on Wednesday, June 5th

ATTENTION HARRISON RESIDENTS

HARRISON FREE RABIES CLINIC

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 5, 2019CLEVELAND AVE. FIREHOUSE

7:00PM – 8:00PM

THIS WILL BE THE ONLY RABIES CLINIC THAT HARRISON WILL BE OFFERING THIS YEAR. ANYONE WHO’S DOG IS DUE FOR A VACCINE IN...

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Posted on: April 11, 2019

Home Energy Assistance available to Hudson County Residents

Applications can also be obtained at the 

Mayor’s Office

Town Hall

318 Harrison Avenue, Harrison, NJ 07029

Or call (973)268-2444

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Posted on: March 14, 2019

Public Notice: Green Acres Program

TOWN OF HARRISON

PUBLIC NOTICE

GREEN ACRES PROGRAM

The Town of Harrison will hold a Public Hearing to discuss the proposed Green Acres Applications pertaining to the Proposed Cape May Street Waterfront Park/Walkway. The Green Acres Program provides funding i...

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Posted on: January 3, 2019

WEEKEND WORLD TRADE CENTER PATH STATION CLOSURES BEGINS SATURDAY JAN 5th

WEEKEND WORLD TRADE CENTER PATH STATION CLOSURES BEGIN THIS SATURDAY, TO REPAIR SEVERE DAMAGE TO TUNNELS AND EQUIPMENT CAUSED BY SUPERSTORM SANDY

Date: Jan 02, 2019Press Release Number: 1-2019

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Posted on: January 18, 2019

PANYNJ Bridges, Tunnels and Rail Advisory

BRIDGES, TUNNELS AND RAIL ADVISORY 

Lane closings scheduled on the Bayonne Bridge, Goethals Bridge,

Outerbridge Crossing, George Washington Bridge and Holland Tunnel

PATH’s World Trade Center Station closed this weekend;

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Posted on: December 10, 2018

Harrison Parking Permits for 2019 are Available Now

The Harrison Police Department has announced that parking permit applications for 2019 are available now. Resident applicants may apply at the Harrison Police Department, seven days a week, 24 hours a day. The permits will be good for a One-year period an...

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Posted on: December 3, 2018

Vote for the Governors Educator of the Year!

Harrison Community Members are able to vote for educators by filling out the nomination form by December 10th and bringing the completed form to the educator’s respective school’s main office.

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Posted on: October 12, 2018

Roadway Improvements

  • October 15th through November 12th remove and replace deteriorated concrete curb and sidewalk on Cleveland Avenue.  Work will begin on the south side of the street between 3rd and 2nd Streets.
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Posted on: October 30, 2018

Free Flu Shots to all Harrison Residents 18 yrs or older at the Harrison Senior Center

The Harrison Health Department will be offering FREE flu shots to all Harrison residents 18 years and older at the HARRISON SENIOR CENTER located at 221-223 Harrison Ave.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2018 FROM 6 PM – 7 PM

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Posted on: December 3, 2018

Jayden Vega, an eighth grader from Harrison will be on ESPN 3 from Disney World in Florida.

Jayden will be playing football for “The Brick City Lions” on ESPN 3 at 3:15 PM on Tuesday, December 4, 2018. Tune in to see our local boy play.

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Posted on: September 5, 2018

Live at Brennan's Concert on 9/27 - Ellis Paul

Hudson County employees can receive a 15% discount using the code HUDSONCOUNTY.

If you have further questions or would like to buy tickets offline, contact Matt Caranante at 201-459-2070 xt.6419 or mcaranante@hcnj.us

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Posted on: July 31, 2018

Tax Bills are going to be mailed on or around August 3rd.

The grace period for payment has been extended to August 31st, 2018. Please keep in mind that payments that are made after August 31st will be charged interest back to the original due date of August 1st.

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Posted on: July 27, 2018

Register life-sustaining equipment with PSE&G

If you have a family member or constituent or someone you know relies on electricity to run life-sustaining equipment, like a respirator or dialysis machine, please advise them to register their equipment with PSE&G.  They can call PSE&G ...

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Posted on: July 18, 2018

TOWN-WIDE REVALUATION INFORMATION SESSION ON JULY 24TH AT 7 PM

THE MAYOR & COUNCIL HAVE SCHEDULED A PUBLIC INFORMATION SESSION ON TUESDAY, JULY 24TH AT 7 PM AT THE HARRISON HIGH SCHOOL AUDITORIUM, 401 KINGSLAND AVENUE.  REPRESENTATIVES FROM REALTY APPRAISAL COMPANY, AS WELL AS TOWN OFFICIALS, WILL EXPLAI...

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Posted on: July 2, 2018

PSE&G Prepared for Hot Weather, Expecting High Temperatures to Linger

With very high temperatures forecast for the next several days, Public Service Electric & Gas (PSE&G), New Jersey’s largest utility, is prepared to meet the demand for additional power and utility crews will be ready to respond to servic...

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Posted on: May 30, 2018

Ann Street One Way effective Friday June 1st.

Effective Friday June 1, 2018, Ann Street will become a One Way Street heading westbound from Manor Avenue to Sixth Street.  One Way signs will be posted on every corner of Ann Street. Parking will continue to be allowed on both sides; however, a...

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Posted on: May 23, 2018

Memorial Day Service

The Harrison American Legion Post 282 and the VFW Post 340 will host a Memorial Day Service on Thursday - May 24th, 2018 at 6:00 pm in the Roosevelt Park/Veteran's Plaza.    Immediately following the Memorial Service, refreshments will b...

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Posted on: April 24, 2018

Harrison Blue Tide Competition Cheerleaders

Congratulations to Coaches Lauren Rosales, Michelle Carr, Jenna Ferriero, Stephany Flatley, Katie Esteves and the Harrison Blue Tide Competition Cheerleaders on a job well done!

Steel Blue - NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP in their division, WOW Ch...

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