Mercy House brings Easter joy to families in Newark

NEWARK, N.J. (PIX11) -- Hundreds of families gathered at The Mercy House in Newark on Tuesday afternoon as volunteers prepared to distribute Easter baskets filled with candy, coloring books, stickers, and other surprises.

The event, part of the Archdiocese of Newark’s annual Easter Giveaway, aimed to brighten the holiday for families facing financial hardships.

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Sandra Nana, a mother of four, was among the recipients. “I come here today for clothes...