Newark Mayor Imposes Curfew After Delaney Hall Protests
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Newark. Mayor Ras Baraka ordered a mandatory curfew around Delaney Hall this weekend after multi-day protests by supporters of detainees and counter-protesters converged outside the ICE immigration facility; demonstrators had gathered following a detainee hunger strike that began more than a week earlier, and police cleared streets on Saturday, prompting multiple arrests and reports of weapons recovered. Newark officials implemented the curfew from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m., with Doremus Avenue closed to pedestrians beginning at midnight; Governor Mikie Sherrill deployed state police to assist, and authorities reported multiple arrests and confiscated weapons on Saturday night. The measure remains in effect nightly until further notice as officials continue to monitor public safety and enforcement this week.
Prepared by Lauren Mitchell and reviewed by editorial team.
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Timeline of Events
- Detainees at Delaney Hall begin a hunger strike more than a week before protests.
- Supporters and counter-protesters gather outside Delaney Hall across multiple days.
- Saturday night confrontations lead police to clear streets; multiple arrests reported.
- Governor Mikie Sherrill deploys state police to maintain order around the facility.
- Mayor Ras Baraka imposes a mandatory curfew (9 p.m.–6 a.m.) and restricts Doremus Avenue access at midnight.
Why This Matters to You
The Newark curfew impacts your safety and rights. If you live near Delaney Hall or plan to visit, be aware of the 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. curfew and midnight pedestrian restrictions on Doremus Avenue. Check local news for updates before heading out.
The Bottom Line
Tensions are high in Newark with ongoing protests and police action. Officials are trying to maintain order while balancing public safety and individual rights. Worth forwarding if you know someone in the area who could be affected.
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Law enforcement and city officials gained authority to enforce public-safety measures through the curfew.
Protesters, detainees, and nearby residents experienced movement restrictions, arrests, and increased policing.
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