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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...
PSE&G is completing its smart meter program in 2024. Meters in our town are going to be replaced beginning this month – March 2024. All...
The Johnson Public Library is now offering a free “Books by Mail” service for Hackensack residents who are homebound or have a disability. Through this...
The Hackensack City Council will adopt a resolution at Tuesday’s meeting asking the New Jersey Attorney General to formally determine whether it is legal for...
Due to the current severe weather conditions, all city offices will remain closed today. Additionally, tonight’s Shade Tree Committee meeting has also been canceled, the...
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