The Forest Hill Community Association Blog

2010-03-20T15:51:00.001-04:00

Hello Forest Hill Neighbors Friends and Family, be sure to attend our Garden Tour and Plant Sale on June 6th!

Brick City Documentary

2009-09-16T10:15:00.000-04:00

What are your thoughts regarding the Brick City Documentary? Do you feel this represents you or Forest Hilll? Did you enjoy it? Where did you view it and what were the conversations you had following the documentary? Post your thoughts, concerns and conversations.

Going Green

2009-07-27T16:59:00.001-04:00

Share your tips on going Green! How are you saving energy and lowering utility bills. Do you have a great idea for recycling everyday house hold items. Share the ideas here!

The Forest Hill Mommy Chronicles

2009-04-10T13:05:00.001-04:00

Have any information you'd like to share with other Forest Hill Moms such as best play dates? Maybe you have coupons you'd like to swap or other money saving tips you'd like to share. Do you have a perfect remedie for teething or a restless toddler? Maybe you have the cure for tamtrums? Whatever it is, if it's mom related..Post it Here!

Why I love Forest Hill

2009-04-10T05:20:00.004-04:00

We all know it takes a "special" personality to consider moving to Newark with all the "bad press" and horror stories. With that being said, tell us why you love Forest Hill and what makes you continue to thrive and make this your home day after day and year after year. Do you love your neighbors, the beauty of the Cherry Blossoms, the easy commute to NYC or is it the history? What are you doing to make Forest Hill better not only for you but, for your neighbors as well? What changes do you hope to see and how are you helping Forest Hill/Newark get there?

Good News

2009-04-10T05:12:00.006-04:00

Have any good news you'd like to share? Did you run a marathon? Raise money for your favorite charity? Buy/adopt a new pet? Share a recipe! Or send Birthday Wishes! Post it here!

Government

2009-04-10T04:22:00.002-04:00

The City of Newark is working to provide better schools, better quality of life to Newarkers and working to better Newark as a whole. We have seen great changes and hopefully there will be more to come. Need information from Mayor Booker or Councilman Ramos or want to voice a concern or compliment. Post it here.

Nanny or Babysitter

2009-04-10T04:17:00.003-04:00

Finding safe, reliable care can be challenging to parents. Share you story and tell us how you found great child care or if you are looking. Do you have the best nanny or babysitter or need one for the night? Recommend someone who you feel is great with kids or post your services.

Dine In or Take Out

2009-04-10T04:14:00.003-04:00

Five Star or One Star? Know of any great new restaurants in Newark or old neighborhood favorites? Who has the best take out or provides the best service? Recommend them here.

Services in Forest Hill

2009-04-10T04:13:00.002-04:00

Know a great landscaper, plumber or contractor? Recommend them here.

Newark Schools

2009-04-10T03:33:00.005-04:00

Do you like the school your children attend? Do you feel the teachers are doing a great job? What are the school challenges you face as a Newark/Forest Hill parent? Are there programs working in your school? Is there a curriculum you'd like to see offered? What do you think of the school lunches, activities, books or administration? Tell us about your experience(s).

Police Protection

2009-04-10T03:30:00.005-04:00

Do you feel safe in Forest Hill? Do you feel The Newark Police Force is doing a great job or would you like to see more police presence? Horseback or patrol car? Which makes you feel safer and that your safety concerns are being heard? Do you feel the community meetings are helpful to address the neighborhood concerns? Did you get answers to your questions? We'd like to know what you think.

Code Enforcement

2009-04-10T03:27:00.005-04:00

Forest Hill is a designated Historic District (1990) and living here comes with rules. We may not all agree with the rules but they must be followed. Please contact Code Enforcement if you have a question about the color you've chosen to paint your home or if you see a violation.

If you are unclear about the Code please visit the website at http://www.fhcanewark.com/historicpreservation.html to find further information.

Rant and Rave!

2009-04-10T03:26:00.001-04:00

We have a what's on your mind section but, this is for those who want to rant and rave about something they feel needs to be heard. Let us know what bothers you, what you want to see changed in Newark and Forest Hill. You can be direct but, please be considerate. All comments and feedback are always welcomed.

See Something Say Something!

2009-04-10T01:50:00.003-04:00

Have you seen any strange behavior, loitering or something of concern to your Forest Hill neighbors? Post it here!

What's On Your Mind?

2009-04-10T01:46:00.003-04:00

With all that's going on in the troubled economy around the world and our every day concerns such as healthcare, crime and job loss. We are wondering what concerns you have living in Forest Hill? Let us know your thoughts your concerns and what you want to do as a concerned citizen and what the FHCA can do to better serve and preserve Forest Hill. You can post with or without your name. Your choice. We look forward to hearing from you.

The Forest Hill Blog

2009-04-10T00:00:00.003-04:00

Welcome to the Forest Hill Blog post your comments concerns and happenings you'd like to share with the rest of the community. We welcome your feedback!
Thank you, The Forest Hill Community Association