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On Small Business Saturday, PAZ Culture System launched its third annual Winter Art Bazaar in downtown Highland Park. Pictured above is Rosa Huitzitzilin’s work titled “Zuni Girl.” This year’s Bazaar features affordable artwork from nearly thirty artists in a variety of mediums. READ MORE
More than 250 residents on the evening of Nov. 29 participated in the joyful launch of the holiday season at the municipal lot next to the Main Street Highland Park office on Raritan Avenue for the annual tree lighting, complete with live music from Amandala and Kind Strangers, caroling, hot chocolate, candy canes, and Santa! READ MORE
Library provides joy to the public with gifts of music and art during the month of December. READ MORE
The killing of Michael Brown and the subsequent decision not to indict the police officer who shot and killed the unarmed teenager has prompted citizen activists in Highland Park to hold a vigil in order to shed light on a perceived social injustice. READ MORE
Highland Park Borough has issued an official statement lifting the boil water advisory. READ MORE
To the Editor:
I want to call attention to a matter that I believe must be addressed. Mr. Herb Gross sent responses to your mayoral candidates’ questions referencing some significant misinformation about our sidewalk program that I feel I must correct. He refers to our municipal court fining residents “up to $2,000.00” for not repairing cited sidewalks. I am sorry to say that this is not true. Our sidewalk law allows for violations of up to $300.00 per instance. READ MORE
Educational foundation appoints new community members to its board to further the excellence of the schools. READ MORE
Former PJ’s location Takes on an “Istanbul” Flair READ MORE
Highland Park residents this year are actively engaged in the electoral process with three candidates running for mayor and seven candidates running for three positions on the school board. The municipal and public education issues being debated will have a major impact on the community. READ MORE
