Newark News: Crime, Camps, and Campus

Newark police arrested a 45-year-old man in Branch Brook Park on serious charges including attempted murder and stalking, sparking renewed public safety concerns. Meanwhile, Essex County College’s free summer programs for grades 1–8 and high schoolers run July 13–August 21, offering academic enrichment and meals. Rutgers Newark and NJIT made global rankings for 2026–27, showcasing strength in engineering and computer science. Upcoming events include Berkeley College’s virtual open house, live reggae, a citywide yard sale, and “I Dream A World” at the Newark Public Library. The city also offers open mic nights, workshops, and Rutgers Newark’s extensive student groups and support services to keep students engaged and connected. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/95c089a247226d85