Paterson City Pulse

Paterson's first pickleball court unveiled at Eastside Park, boosting city recreation for all.

• $100K funding gift from Veloce Capital makes it...

• PPD Compstat 2026 from Crime Strategies Unit
• Preliminary total: 4,022 incidents
• Data subject to further analysis and revision; reflects Title 2C
  Stay tuned for updates on safety trends.

Key sparks in Paterson's national spotlight:

• Controversies brewing: Public Palestinian solidarity, demographic changes, religious visibility, and...

Gun violence hits home in Paterson: A 12-year-old boy and three others were shot on Saturday, a source familiar with the investigation told CBS News New York.

• Protests planned: Teachers' union rallies at May 4 hearing over $851M budget and looming layoffs.
• Approval amid outcry: Board passes budget with...

• Turnout surges as voters head to polls for mayor and three City Council seats
• Mayoral candidate Mike Jackson feels optimistic energy citywide as...

Paterson's first three-term mayor: Andre Sayegh reelected, defeating Mendez 6,439-5,826 (~600-vote margin).

Narrower than before: Support down 18%...

Paterson is now an official Flag Cities host for 2026 FIFA World Cup excitement!

• Events feature live music, DJs, food trucks, family programming,...

Tragic details from May 10 shooting:

• Two men killed, four others injured Saturday night
• Hit at one of Paterson's most violent street corners
• Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia Valdes responding
  Stay vigilant in high-risk areas.

Paterson receives $242,907 from NJ's Clean Communities program to expand litter cleanup, graffiti removal, and beautification efforts. This funding will boost local neighborhoods, making our city cleaner and more vibrant.

Paterson stunned by Mother's Day shooting near Rosa Parks Blvd & Godwin Ave liquor store: 2 dead (43yo & 29yo men), 4 injured (stable).

• Chaotic...

Support local school sports tomorrow!

• Match: Girls Softball team vs. PCSST, Fri May 15, 4-5 PM
• Venue: Riverside Oval, 776 River St, Paterson, NJ 07524
• Join in: Bring friends/family to cheer the players

Passaic County's $7.6M project transforms a brownfields site into a vibrant space connecting parks, history, and the Passaic River.

• Key features:...

Paterson's healthcare sector is buzzing with openings from nursing to advanced roles at local hospitals like St. Joseph’s Health.

Key...

Fun literacy blast at Senator Frank R. Lautenberg School for grades 1–4 students:

• Sports stars shine: Local athletes, NJ Jackals/Sussex Miners/NY...

Paterson honors Willa Mae Taylor, a longtime educator, school administrator, and civic leader whose decades-long career shaped public education and community. A true local legend.

Stay connected with STARS Academy/STARS T.I.E.S. Program leadership:

• Principal: Dr. Nellista Bess, nbess@paterson.k12.nj.us
• Vice Principal: Mr....

Paterson Public Schools is recruiting for career opportunities in the district. Start your application for employment through the Frontline link.

Paterson Police turned a routine traffic stop into a public safety win, arresting two individuals and recovering an illegal handgun after a foot pursuit. Key reminder of proactive policing keeping streets safer.

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