Newark Land Bank breaks ground on first residential project under pioneering program

A developer has broken ground on a new home in Newark as part of the city’s pioneering land bank program that leverages blighted properties to help expand housing opportunities.

Newark Summit set to return Dec. 9, convening top players in real estate, placemaking

The Newark Summit for Real Estate, Economic Development & Placemaking is set to return after making its high-profile debut last year in the state’s largest city.

Newark awards $1.2 million to seven city small businesses, supporting growing retail scene

Newark city officials are giving a boost to local businesses, pledging $1.2 million in funding for seven restaurants and organizations as part of a plan to activate its retail corridors.

Onyx welcomes JAG Physical Therapy to The Junction at Gateway Center in Newark

Onyx Equities has welcomed JAG Physical Therapy to Newark’s Gateway Center, marking the latest addition to the revamped retail lineup at the four-building office complex.

Tech accelerator debuts 35,000 sq. ft. HQ in downtown Newark, eyeing ripple effect

A global venture capital firm has opened the doors to a new 35,000-square-foot facility in Newark that serves as a hub for developing tech startups across a host of industries.

Newark Fiber, Andrena partner to bring ultra-fast, low-cost internet to public housing residents

More than 1,600 Newark families living in public housing are getting affordable high-speed internet access as part of an outgrowth of the city’s celebrated Newark Fiber program.

Newark to provide financing, support for activating vacant storefronts downtown

The city of Newark has launched a program aimed at filling vacant storefronts in its downtown, offering up to $650,000 in financial support to prospective retailers and restaurateurs.

Hinchliffe Stadium, Westfield downtown among 2023 Smart Growth Award winners

New Jersey Future has unveiled the winners of this year’s Smart Growth Awards, highlighting projects from Paterson to Westfield with a major focus on planning and redevelopment.