By: Jeff Sommes
Newark officials have announced a series of road closures scheduled for today, Friday, March 21, to make way for the city’s 90th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade.
According to information released by Newark Public Safety Director Emanuel Miranda, Sr., several downtown streets will be temporarily shut down starting at 10 a.m. to accommodate the parade route and ensure public safety.
The following streets will be closed beginning at 10 a.m. :
- Mulberry Street between Market Street and Green Street
- Lafayette Street between Mayor Kenneth A. Gibson Boulevard and McCarter Highway
- Columbia Street between Edison Place and Green Street
- Liberty Street between Lafayette Street and Green Street
- Edison Place between Mayor Kenneth A. Gibson Boulevard and McCarter Highway
Additional closures will be in effect earlier in the day for parade staging, specifically on Halsey Street at Central Avenue and New Street between Halsey Street and Washington Street.
City officials are encouraging drivers to plan ahead, expect traffic delays, and use alternate routes whenever possible.
Director Miranda extended his thanks to the public for their cooperation during the event and reminded residents to report any suspicious or criminal activity by calling the Newark Police Division’s 24-hour Crime Stoppers tip line at 1-877-NWK-TIPS (1-877-695-8477).