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I try to walk a fine line when reporting on legislation and public policy proposals that may or may not come to fruition. Among them is the push to legalize recreational marijuana in New Jersey, which always seemed somewhat imminent under Gov. Phil Murphy, but still took several years and a voter referendum to become reality.

Newark cultural institutions eye high-profile projects, creation of new downtown arts hub

A series of high-profile development projects are poised to infuse three of Newark’s cultural anchors, while helping to advance economic growth in and around the downtown.

NRBP set to host two-day real estate forum with virtual, in-person program

Business and commercial real estate leaders in Newark are set to gather next week for a popular event that showcases the city’s growing construction and economic development pipeline.

People on streets: Retail, amenities a growing focus as Newark development boom continues

As developers continue to invest in downtown Newark, the city is attracting both new residents and businesses. That makes it all the more important to create amenities and spaces that will bring permanent foot traffic during the day and at night, which has become a growing focus for both public- and private-sector leaders in the state’s largest city.

Newark rising: Successful projects breed confidence for what’s still to come, panel says

The Newark Regional Business Partnership’s annual Real Estate Market Forecast included an expert panel of developers and professionals. — Courtesy: Harold Banks/Prudential Financial