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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 a vibrant lineup of free community programming for the summer season, offering residents and visitors a wide...
Hackensack’s biannual “Slam Dunk the Junk” event once again brought the community together in a powerful effort to combat litter and promote environmental responsibility. Originally...
In a heartfelt tribute to an extraordinary educator, the City of Hackensack has renamed Club Street to ‘Lillian Whitaker Way’ in memory of Lillian Whitaker,...
Hackensack Clean Communities and the Hackensack Police Department’s LEAD (Law Enforcement Against Drugs and Violence) program teamed up for a powerful new initiative that brought...
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