Newark’s Parking Advisory Committee is recommending a 15-minute courtesy parking option as part of its first set of proposals to City Council, a change members say could make quick trips downtown easier. The proposal, presented at the Aug. 11 council meeting, would allow drivers to park free for up to 15 minutes while still using the Passport app or kiosks, …
NEWARK- The city has been awarded a grant of up to $65,000 from The Wills Group through its Reimagining Outdoor Spaces 2025 initiative. The funding, which was formally accepted by Newark City Council, will support a series of enhancements at Folk Park, located near South College Avenue. The Wills Group, owner of the Dash In convenience store and gas station …
A potential partnership between Newark Charter School and Folk Memorial Park was taken off Monday night’s Newark City Council meeting agenda. Newark Mayor Jerry Clifton decided to pull the discussion “in response to the valuable input from the community,” which includes concerns among several residents. Concerns include PA systems, lighting installments, and clearing more than five acres of trees, according …
Sharon Hughes (Newark photo) Newark Councilwoman Sharon Hughes passed away unexpectedly on Saturday at Christiana Hospital. The two-term council member was 68. “Linda and I are in shock and devastated by the loss our friend Sharon. She was a humble and committed public servant and respected throughout Newark,” Mayor Jerry Clifton said in a statement released by the city. “I …
