The city has hired Jessica Diaz as its new public information officer, mayor Andre Sayegh announced on Monday afternoon.
Paterson mayor Sayegh’s move to hire PR person for $60,000 receives criticism
Mayor Andre Sayegh is hiring a public information officer for $60,000, a move that is being criticized by members of the City Council.
Gov. Murphy calls for state BOE member Jack Fornaro’s resignation over Paterson question
Governor Phil Murphy called for the resignation of state Board of Education member Jack Fornaro over his controversial question asking whether Hispanic majority Paterson taught American history in its schools.
Paterson Armory demolition runs into delays
The demolition of the Paterson Armory ran into delays after municipal officials did not obtain pre-approval from the Hudson Essex Passaic Soil Conservation District.
Sayegh to pick school board president Oshin Castillo for Paterson health director post
Mayor Andre Sayegh is expected to pick school board president Oshin Castillo to head the Department of Health and Human Services.
Pastor faces questions in attempt to legitimize Paterson garage built without permits
Controversial pastor Jesus Sevilla, who is attempting to legitimize a garage constructed behind his Atlantic Street house without permits, faced a barrage of questions before the Board of Adjustment on Thursday night.
Paterson gets $750,000 to spur government innovation
The city has received a $750,000 grant to promote “best practices” in municipal government learned from mayor Andre Sayegh’s participation in the Bloomberg Harvard City Leadership Initiative.