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Echo News TV, LLC
New Jersey's oldest Black-owned newspaper circa 1904
Community News & Opinion Articles


Trailblazer at the Helm: Dr. Vann R. Newkirk, Sr. Leads Wilberforce University into a New Era
This article spotlights Dr. Vann R. Newkirk, Sr., the dynamic 23rd president of Wilberforce University, highlighting his academic leadership, historical scholarship, and vision for the nation’s first private HBCU. Discover how Dr. Newkirk’s experience and commitment are shaping the university’s future and legacy.

Wilberforce University
Apr 181 min read


Christine Tao Cheung Honored with Robert J. Mascenik Outstanding Kiwanis Advisor Award
About Article: Echo News TV LLC received this joyful press release from Frank Cahill of the New Jersey District of Kiwanis, highlighting Christine Tao Cheung’s inspiring dedication and the uplifting spirit she brings to her community.

Kiwanis
Apr 182 min read


“She Walked in Light: The Faithful Journey of Sister Ziyadah ‘Ada Pooh’ Perry”
Sister Ziyadah “Ada Pooh” Perry was a beloved pillar of Keansburg’s Cove by the Bay community, remembered for her unwavering Christian faith, joyful spirit, and compassionate service. Her life, shaped by both profound loss and abiding hope, was a testament to resilience, love, and the power of faith in action.

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Apr 173 min read


From Disney's New Powerhouse to Burg Parade Day Drama: Echo Tea & Biscuits with K Britt Covers Industry Shifts, Keansburg's Bomb Scare, and Heart-Healthy Living
Echo News TV LLC's Variety Report delivers timely community updates and industry spotlights, blending entertainment breakthroughs—like Atiya Henry's historic appointment at Disney—with vital public safety news and wellness insights. Each edition features engaging segments such as the Tea & Biscuits Chats with K Britt, offering fresh perspectives on today's most relevant topics.

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Mar 294 min read


The Healing Touch: How Holistic Care Revives the Journalistic Spirit
In Monmouth County, NJ, Echo Press News TV shares a personal account of how the emotional toll of reporting on foster care failures, missing Black children, & systemic displacement led to depression & a complete halt in writing. Confronted with the weight of “hard truth,” the author found their mission—& mental health—at risk.
Relief came through holistic care: a one-hour massage session at Brookdale Community College’s Massage Therapy student clinic, recommended by the autho

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Mar 263 min read


Displaced and Unprotected: How Housing Instability and Systemic Failures Endanger Black Children
The report links housing instability in Black communities to increased family separation and disproportionate foster-care placement, where Black children face higher risks of neglect, disappearance, and exploitation. It calls for equitable housing investment and stronger child-welfare accountability.

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Mar 154 min read


Ancestry, Advocacy, and the American Soul: The Jackson Family’s Stewardship of a Global Legacy
Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr.'s final reflections in Montgomery cast civil rights as a fourth-generation duty: knowing the "whereas" of slavery and racial terror clarifies the "therefore" of justice, affirmative action, and economic equity. The Jackson family ties his legacy to modern multicultural America through the 1965 Immigration and Nationality Act and urges healing through honest history and expanded access to education, healthcare, and capital.

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Feb 276 min read


Echo News TV LLC Opinion Special Report: The Betrayal of Rev. Jesse Jackson: How Allies Became Accomplices in the Erosion of Black Progress
This article exposes the outrageous betrayal of Rev. Jesse Jackson by those very groups who benefited from his decades of sacrifice and leadership. It is infuriating to witness once-allied minorities now complicit in the erosion of hard-won Black progress, siding with interests that threaten to erase the legacy of the Civil Rights Movement.

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Feb 194 min read


Echo News TV LLC Evening Chat: Whispers and Wonders Across New Jersey
Tonight, the Echo—New Jersey's historic Black newspaper—invites you to peer behind the curtain of the ordinary for an evening of intrigue. From the relentless duel between Winter and Spring to the chilling spectre that haunts Valentine's Day to the righteous voices of young protestors demanding safety in their schools, each story pulses with unanswered questions and a sense of urgency. What secrets swirl in the ice, who walks among us as dusk falls, and whose voices will sh

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Feb 186 min read


Afternoon Tea Report by K. Britt: Echo News TV LLC’s Weekly Community Column Black History Events, Gloria Brown & Lawerence Hamm's "Author Talk," Actor Extraordinaire Adam Driver & More!
In this week’s Community Observer column, Echo News TV LLC reports on what outside observers have noted about the conversations circulating through Middletown and the surrounding Monmouth County region. These accounts reflect not direct statements from residents, but rather what others have seen the community reacting to — a layered, fourth‑person vantage point that captures the pulse of local life through the eyes of those watching it unfold.

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Feb 28 min read


Echo News TV LLC Spotlight Report: A Heartwarming Journey at Kira's Kupcake Kafe
Echo News TV LLC can’t help but giggle as they spotlight Kira’s Kupcake Cafe, where every bite is a sweet celebration and the cupcakes are as joyful as the laughter in the air. With treats that turn ordinary days into deliciously unforgettable memories, this article is a scrumptious scoop for dessert lovers everywhere!

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Jan 312 min read


Spotlight Report: William Elijah Rock – A Trailblazer in Black Journalism & Community Empowerment-Revised Jan 29th
Discover the extraordinary legacy of William Elijah Rock, a visionary who defied the odds to uplift Black journalism and empower his community. His story is a vibrant tapestry of resilience, leadership, and generational impact that continues to inspire today.

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Jan 277 min read
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