Ras J. Baraka

@rasjbaraka

40th Mayor of the great City of Newark!

Newark, NJ
Joined June 2009

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  1. Retweeted
    Jul 27

    surging in U.S. New data show Delta much more contagious than previous versions of . Unvaccinated people: get vaccinated & mask until you do. Everyone in areas of substantial/high transmission should wear a mask, even if vaccinated.

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  2. 8 hours ago

    Daytime garbage and bulk collection returns on Monday, August 23rd

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  3. Jul 28

    In light of the recent decision, I am affirming my support for a path to citizenship for millions Dreamers all across the country. It’s time for Congress to act! 

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    Jul 28

    Today we are bringing food distribution to residents in the North Ward! Meet us at Broadway & Verona Ave at 11am to get your free box of fruits 🍊, vegetables 🥦, and chicken 🍗 while they are available.

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    Jul 26

    FREE scholarships available to Newark students! GRAMMY Museum Experience ™ Prudential Center is offering a 5 day songwriting, vocal performance and audio production camp for students age 13 – 18 interested in exploring a career in music.

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    Jul 27

    Make sure you tune in tomorrow, July 28, for a special COVID-19 update with Mayor as he discusses vaccine misinformation and the Delta variant with Dr. and from

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    Jul 26

    TENANT APPLICATIONS for Emergency Rental Assistance ARE NOW OPEN! Apply online at:

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    Jul 26

    This week Educate the Block is back! Meet us at these locations to get vaccinated, and connected to valuable information & resources that can help improve your life: Wednesday (7/28) - So. Orange Ave & 9th St Thursday (7/29) - Isabella Ave & So. Orange Ave

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    Jul 25

    ICYMI- Live Newark Program provides up $10k down payment assistance to first time homebuyers & $20k to homeowners for renovations Listen here. & Municipal Council doubled down payment assistance and increased renovation by $5k

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    Jul 22

    WATCH LIVE: Emergency Rental Assistance Program - Landlord Information Session

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    Jul 21

    TOMORROW! City Cleanliness Vendor Expo

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  12. Jul 21

    Another family moved from Section 8 public housing to home ownership . This is an exciting program and incredible to see families with years in public housing get keys to a brand new home. Building wealth!

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    Jul 21

    Meet us today at 11am at So. Orange Ave & S. 9th St in the West Ward for our weekly Drive Up & Go Food Distribution event 📦 🥫 🍗 🍊

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    Jul 19

    Newark residents will get the opportunity to apply for the city’s guaranteed income program starting this Friday after city officials in May launched the initiative, aiming to stave off economic insecurity.

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    Jul 19

    This week Educate the Block is back! Meet us at these locations to get vaccinated, and connected to valuable information & resources that can help improve your life: Wednesday (7/21) - Fairmount Ave & 16th Ave Thursday (7/22) - Oscar Miles Townhouses (Court St & Howard St)

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    Jul 19

    This week we will bring our Drive Up & Go Food Distribution to the West Ward at So. Orange Ave & S. 9th St, at 11am, on Wednesday, July 21 Drive up, or walk up, and grab your FREE box of food for you and your family 📦

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  17. Jul 19
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    Jul 16

    Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update - July 16, 2021

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    Jul 16

    Newark Officials Push For Second Shipping Container Village to Aid Homeless Residents

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    Jul 15

    Please join the and for the Light Up for Peace Newark Community Bike Ride.

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