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A Lasting Legacy for Hackensack: Fall Football Season to Kick Off with Dedication of ‘Scooter’ Whiting Way

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‘He Lived Loudly’: Hackensack to Rename Street for Legendary Coach & AD ‘Scooter’ Whiting

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Hackensack NJ, The legacy of one of Hackensack’s most beloved sports icons will be permanently etched into the city’s map.

Following an emotional City Council vote, a street directly overlooking Hackensack High School’s athletic complexes will be officially renamed in honor of Gordon “Scooter” Whiting, the revered former coach, teacher, and athletic director who passed away in May at the age of 58.

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Hackensack’s Main Street Makeover: Vacant Lot to Become New Downtown Green Oasis

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Hackensack’s Main Street to add a “Pocket Park”

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Hackensack NJ, Hackensack is taking a major step toward a more walkable, vibrant downtown. City officials have announced plans to transform a long-vacant lot in the heart of Main Street into a lush pocket park, signaling a shift in the city’s development strategy toward community-focused green spaces.

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Massive $17M School Deficit: City of Hackensack Proposes Emergency Rescue Plan

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Hackensack Rescue Mission: City Council Proposes $6.5M Emergency Lifeline to Save Schools

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HACKENSACK, NJ — In a dramatic move to prevent a total collapse of the local education system, the Hackensack City Council has scheduled an emergency vote for Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026. The goal? A one-time $6.5 million transfer to the Board of Education to stop the immediate firing of nearly 100 teachers and staff.

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“Our Police Are Not Involved”: Hackensack Mayor Caseen Gaines Breaks Silence on ICE Presence

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Hackensack Mayor Issues Statement on ICE Activity: “Our Police Are Not Involved”

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HACKENSACK, N.J. — Following reports of federal immigration activity in Hackensack earlier this week, Mayor Caseen Gaines moved quickly to address community concerns, emphasizing the city’s commitment to transparency and the legal protections afforded to all residents.

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