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Some 200 individuals and organizations were recognized during the inaugural City of Bridgeton Urban Enterprise Zone Awards Gala at the Marino Center recently.

Bridgeton UEZ coordinator Stephanie Gonzalez called the Nov. 8 event “an unforgettable evening” that celebrated those who have had an impact with the city’s program over the past year. She said it honored leadership, partnership and community excellence within the program.

Gonzalez said Bridgeton now has more than 80 certified UEZ businesses “whose resilience and entrepreneurship are the heartbeat of Brid

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