Tag: Hazel Applewhite
NJ Court Prohibits Construction of Controversial Newark Gas Plant
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, October 27, 2025 NJ Court Prohibits Construction of Controversial Newark Gas Plant Project in limbo after PVSC ignored significant community opposition to the project Newark, NJ – Today, the Essex County Superior Court sided with communities in Newark, and granted a stay in a lawsuit filed against the Passaic Valley Sewerage Commission (PVSC) for recently approving the
Fight Against PVSC’s Fossil Fuel Power Plant
Ironbound Community Corporation Joins Legal Fight Against PVSC’s Fossil Fuel Power Plant Lawsuit Challenges Violation of Environmental Justice Law and Disregard for Community Health Newark, NJ — Yesterday, Ironbound Community Corporation (ICC) joined with environmental and legal partners outside the headquarters of the Passaic Valley Sewerage Commission (PVSC) to announce legal action against the agency. ICC and its allies have
CEO, Hazel Applewhite, Representing Ironbound Community Cooperation in recent ABC7 News Feature
CEO, Hazel Applewhite, Representing in recent ABC7 News Feature Our CEO, Hazel Applewhite, was recently featured in an ABC7 NY news interview on the Supreme Court’s ruling about birthright citizenship. In the report, Hazel shared a powerful insight: “The fact that our kids will not
Newark ICE Raid Press Conference
January 24, CEO Hazel Applewhite delivered a powerful speech following the ICE raid in Newark’s Ironbound section. Newark, NJ – January 24, 2025 – The Ironbound Community Corporation (ICC) strongly condemns the recent Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids in Newark, which have sown fear and uncertainty among our immigrant neighbors. These actions disrupt the lives of countless families
HCCC Keynote Speaker at College
On Wednesday, January 22, 2025, Hazel Applewhite, CEO of Ironbound Community Corporation (ICC), delivered a compelling keynote address at Hudson County Community College’s “College Service Day.” Speaking to a room filled with educators and staff, Applewhite highlighted their critical role as catalysts for diversity and representation, encouraging them to continue fostering an inclusive environment where students can thrive. Applewhite emphasized
