Newark Public Safety Director Emanuel Miranda, Sr., announces that the following streets will be closed during the hours below due to the City of Newark’s Drive Up and Go Food Distribution event:
Beginning from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. – Wednesday, May 13, 2026
• Broome Street between Court Street and Springfield Avenue
• Mercer Street between Springfield Avenue and Lincoln Street
The food drive begins at 10 a.m. and will be held at Broome Street and Mercer Street.
Drivers are advised to anticipate delays and plan alternate routes.
Director Miranda thanks you in advance for your patience and cooperation during this event. He also urges anyone with information regarding criminal activities to call the Police Division’s 24-hour Crime Stopper tip line at 1-877-NWK-TIPS (1-877-695-8477). All anonymous Crime Stopper tips are kept confidential and could result in a reward.
Anonymous tips may also be made using the Police Division’s website at https://npd.newarkpublicsafety.org/. #newarknj #traffic #foodgiveaway
