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New Jersey's oldest Black-owned newspaper circa 1904
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Who the Heck is Karen Brittingham-Edmond?
Karen Brittingham‑Edmond is a Black North American scholar, author, and cultural torchbearer in Monmouth County, NJ—and publisher of Echo News TV LLC. From launching “Fun Day” at age 12 to relaunching The Echo (founded in 1904 by William Elijah Rock), she preserves Black and Lenni Lenape history while advocating for families. Her book The Bad Dream Part 1 & 2 (2025) and “Kidz Club” uplift through truth, faith, and resilience.

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Jul 99 min read


📣 PRESS RELEASE Echo News TV LLC Calls for Federal Investigation into RPM Management’s Neglect at The Cove by the Bay
Echo News TV LLC demands urgent federal and state action to protect disenfranchised American tenants at The Cove by the Bay in Keansburg, NJ. Residents report broken elevators, black mold, fire-safety concerns, chronic neglect, and a federally funded pool that was never built. We call for a full investigation, enforcement of tenant rights, and accountability under HUD and civil rights laws.

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Jun 193 min read


Lessons from History: Leadership, War, and the Call for Action
James Jerome Hankins argues that effective leaders invest significant time in problem-solving, contrasting this with Trump's disregard for important issues, which he believes contributes to the consequences of war and its human cost. He calls for action against Trump's leadership and urges constituents to advocate for his impeachment while highlighting the potential for reinstating the draft amidst ongoing military challenges.

James Jerome Hankin
Jun 24, 20252 min read


EDUCATIONAL PLANS FOR PARENTS AND STUDENTS. An excerpt from The Book “What We Blacks Need To Do Part 2." For Preschool, Elementary, and Middle School Students.
Dear relaunched Echo readers. We are pleased to share a press release from a New Jersey author, Mr. James Jerome Hankins. Initially, Mr. Han

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Sep 12, 20243 min read
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