Newark

Quicklinks – History From Your Town

Want a quick way to search for articles about the history of one of the towns we cover? The Mr.…

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Retrospective: Newark’s McGovern’s Tavern- An Irish History Tale

Frank McGovern opened his tavern in 1936 selecting 58 New Street right in the central ward of downtown Newark. Whether…

2 months ago

There’s a lot of History in These 100+ Jersey Dive Bars

The term “dive bar” originated in the United States in the 1880s and was initially used as a derogatory term. It referred…

3 months ago

Newark’s Branch Brook Park Has More Than Any Other

Every time our researchers come up with a Jersey history topic, it can come from a very simple premise. This…

4 months ago

Wearing Lost Jersey Local History Newark Collection

Mr Local History loves history with a social twist. In fact, it's our motto! So we thought how fun it…

4 months ago

Who Brings Their Jersey Village Collectibles out Just for the Holidays?

We have been told a terrible rumor. Is it true? Do some people bring out their Jersey Cat's Meow collectibles…

5 months ago

Irish in New Jersey & Two Newark Irish Pubs

The MLHP has loved researching historic places around New Jersey. The history of the Irish coming to New Jersey is…

1 year ago

Seven Historic Wonders of the World from New Jersey

There are all kinds of interpretations of the term "Seven Wonders of the World," including mother nature's wonders, man-made wonders,…

1 year ago

Honoring Four Historic New Jersey Eateries

Four limited edition wooden keepsakes to honor New Jersey's historic icons honoring the state's most famous eateries that have served…

3 years ago

Honoring Four Historic New Jersey Eateries #2

Four limited edition wooden keepsakes to honor New Jersey's historic icons honoring the state's most famous eateries that have served…

3 years ago

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