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The Hackensack Performing Arts Center showcases theater, music, and visual arts, bringing artists and neighbors together through performances, exhibits, and community events.
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In a letter to Governor Mikie Sherrill, the Mayor and City Council thanked the Governor for signing legislation expanding seven days of early voting for May nonpartisan municipal elections. The new law strengthens ballot access and helps ensure voting rights are protected statewide. The letter explains that this issue is...
The City of Hackensack is proud to announce the appointment of Michael Antista as the city’s new Chief of Police, marking the first time in...
Residing in one of the most congested air traffic areas in the country, the preeminent U.S. airport for business jets is a case study in...
Get ready to have a gourd time! Our annual Pumpkin Carving Contest is back and we invite residents of all ages to showcase their pumpkin...
The Hackensack Police Department (HPD) has partnered with the Department of Justice’s Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS Office) to conduct an organizational assessment, aimed at...
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