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Happy Thanksgiving from FRNJ: And Then, the Work Begins

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  BY CLYDE HUGHES | AC JosepH ATLANTIC CITY – Front Runner New Jersey and AC JosepH Media would like to thank you on this Thanksgiving for the many blessings throughout the year as we continue to serve South Jersey with news and information that celebrates ethnic diversity while bringing people together. It has not been an easy road and we expect it to get much harder with the upcoming change in the political climate, but Front Runner New Jersey will stand firm with our commitment to spreading factual, accurate, truthful and positive news about the Black and Latino communities and other marginalized communities. We are thankful for so many small businesses and nonprofits locally who have decided to advertise with us and recognize us in other ways. Please go to our website and click on any of the small businesses and nonprofits and support them, because we know firsthand that they support you and South Jersey. Read the rest of the Front Runner New Jersey Thanksgiving O...

Nynell Langford, Ras Baraka Honored at SJ Black Chamber Event

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  BY CLYDE HUGHES | AC JosepH   ATLANTIC CITY – Former Atlantic City First Lady Nynell Langford and Newark Mayor Ras Baraka were two of the awardees at the annual In the Black Community Awards presented by the South Jersey African American Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday, Nov. 20 during the League of Municipalities convention.   The VIP reception and awards were held at the Claridge Hotel Grand Ballroom . Baraka, who is running for New Jersey governor next year, was one of the main attractions as well as community award winners.   Langford, an Atlantic City native with decades of community service before, during and after she was first lady and a member of the Atlantic City School board, said she was honored for her service. READ the rest of the story here.

Burlington County Commissioner Felicia Hopson, others to be honored by ATAP during Kwanzaa Gala

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  BY CLYDE HUGHES | AC JosepH Media WILLINGBORO – Burlington County Commission Felicia Hopson and Curate Noir owner Nika Corbett are among the honorees for the All Things Are Possible Community Service Awards & Kwanzaa Gala on Friday, Dec. 6 at The Merion , 1301 Route 130 in Cinnaminson.  Tickets are on sale at Kwanzaa Community Service Awards . The awards, which have quickly become one of the anticipated highlights of holiday season, honor those in the Burlington County are given themselves to youth and public service. The All Things Are Possible foundation is committed to embodying its mission to empower the youtand to enhance the community. The Kwanzaa Community Service Awards brings together all aspects of our community: residents, businesses, organizations, religious leaders, and civic organizations from every demographic to celebrate our greatness.  Read the rest of the story here .

Latino Spirit Names 6 from South Jersey as tops in NJ

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  BY CLYDE HUGHES | AC JosepH Media ATLANTIC CITY – Four South Jersey Hispanic leaders were named to the list of Top Latinos in New Jersey by the Latino Spirit this month who two others were listed an honorable mention. The Latino Spirit, founded by Diego F. Maya , president of the United States Latino Affairs Initiative, was created to empower the Latino community with information, events and content that help build community. The annual Top Latinos in New Jersey recognition goes to highlight some of the leaders in these communities. Find out about the honorees here,