Newark Mayor's Plan to Reduce Police Presence at Delaney Hall Sparks Concerns. In a move that has left many residents and community leaders reeling, Newark Mayor has announced plans to scale back the police presence at Delaney Hall, a city-owned community center that has been a hub for local events and activism. The decision comes as the city continues to grapple with issues of community policing and racial tensions. Critics argue that a reduced police presence could leave the community vulnerable to crime and violence, while supporters see it as a necessary step towards building trust between law enforcement and the community.


Newark mayor says police presence at Delaney Hall will be scaled back  CBS News