Rutgers-Newark Names Deidra Hill Marketing Vice Chancellor
Rutgers University-Newark has appointed Deidra Hill as its inaugural vice chancellor for marketing and communications, one of three higher education hires announced.
Newark Business News
In Newark, business news means corporate mergers, store closures, startup funding, executive leadership changes and industry reports. Reporting tracks organizational shifts and the commerce that shapes the local economy.
Industry
Live Poll
Has your daily commute gotten harder over the past year?
Newark Drawbridge Stuck Up, NJ Transit Suspends Service
Rail service on three New Jersey Transit lines is suspended between Newark Broad Street and Hoboken after the drawbridge jammed during the Thursday evening commute.
Jobs
Live Poll
Is it appropriate for automated self-service kiosks to request tips from customers?
Port Authority Mandates End to Airport Kiosk Tipping
Officials demand removal of tip prompts at self-checkout kiosks following customer complaints in Newark.
People
Sills Cummis and Gross Named New Managing Partner
The Newark-based law firm announced that Richard Epstein has assumed the role of managing partner.
Philanthropy
Live Poll
Do you believe charity tournaments are an effective way to support local community programs?
Law Firms Raised $100,000 for Newark Charity
The 33rd annual Battle of the Barristers softball tournament successfully secured funds for the Greater Newark Fresh Air Fund.
Human Resources
Workers Sue HelloFresh Over Abuse Allegations
A lawsuit filed in 2024 alleges mistreatment and illegal labor practices at a Newark facility.
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