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By TAPINTO JERSEY CITY STAFF
June 14, 2025
JERSEY CITY, NJ - More than 70 Jersey City men were the recipients of gift bags filled with men’s grooming products, clothing, candy and other treats thanks to the Archdiocese of Newark’s Mercy House.The giveaway was part of their organization’s Father’s Day celebration which also took place in ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ - One Jersey City resident will be marking Father’s Day with the knowledge that it was because of a very special gift she got 20 years ago that she’s still celebrating the day with him.Jessica Chipkin-Klein recently celebrated the 20th anniversary of her lifesaving liver transplant ...
Adding new life to your landscape can seem overwhelming. Tackling small achievable upgrades in a weekend can get the momentum started and make a big difference in the overall curb appeal.Start with your door. Painting or staining the door can add new life to a tired entrance. Look at your home’s ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ - The community is mourning the loss of a six-year-old boy who died after being struck and killed while riding a bicycle near the 6th Street Embankment Jersey Avenue and 6th Street on Friday.The driver of the vehicle, a UPS truck, remained at the scene and has been cooperative ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ – Jersey City’s culinary scene is about to get another major addition. BRBQ, the newest concept from acclaimed DOMODOMO co-owners Jae Park and Brian Kim, is set to open later this month at Journal Square Urby, delivering innovative Korean-American cuisine, wood-fired flavors, and ...
The North Jersey Chapter of Zero Prostate Cancer will host a run/walk event on Saturday, October 11. The charity event, to raise funds to support those fighting prostate cancer will take place at Liberty State Park.To launch efforts to make the run/walk as successful as possible, there will be a ...
As families gear up for a season of sunshine, travel and outdoor fun, one important item should be on every parent’s summer checklist: making sure your child is up to date on their vaccines. Routine childhood vaccines are a simple, proven way to help keep your child safe. Why Vaccines Are ...
HOBOKEN/JERSEY CITY, NJ - The 6-way primary that pitted Hoboken’s mayor against its library director, a sitting assemblywoman against a career public servant, a Jersey City Councilman against an affordable housing activist, and all six competing against each other for two seats in the New Jersey ...
HUDSON COUNTY, NJ - There is a new sheriff in town – well, almost.Bayonne Mayor James Davis defeated incumbent Sheriff Frank Schillari to become the Democratic nominee for for Hudson County Sheriff in the November General Election.In February Davis made his intentions to run known first through ...
NEW JERSEY — In surprisingly quick order, Republican Jack Ciattarelli and Democrat Mikie Sherrill snagged their parties’ nominations to run for New Jersey governor in November. The primary races, with six Democrats and five Republicans, were called by The Associated Press less than 40 minutes after ...
MONTCLAIR, NJ - Two Jersey men have been arrested in connection with an armed robbery that occurred on N. Willow Street in Montclair on June 1.Wesley A. Garcia, 18, and Kirvin De La Rosa, 19, are each charged with first-degree robbery, first-degree conspiracy to commit armed robbery, second-degree ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ - An army of supporters and other well-wishers greeted Mayor Steven Fulop as he, his wife, and children arrived at the polls at School Number 28 in Jersey City Heights on Tuesday.“That’s one,” Fulop said when he emerged from behind the curtain, telling TV and other media that he ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ –A routine visit to a local dog park took a tragic turn for Java, a cherished black mini poodle mix, who sustained severe injuries in a brutal attack last week. The incident, which occurred at a local dog park, has prompted an immediate and overwhelming outpouring of community ...
NEW JERSEY — New Jersey voters will visit the polls on Tuesday, for a gubernatorial primary election that’s drawing the highest campaign spending in Garden State history, exceeding $122 million. Voters will choose from a field of six Democrats and five Republicans. Each party’s winner will face off ...
MONTCLAIR, NJ - A female resident was robbed at gunpoint while walking her dog on N. Willow Street on the evening of June 1, according to the Montclair Police Department.The victim reported that a dark-colored Acura pulled up beside her as she walked. Two males exited the vehicle while a third ...
Summer is synonymous with fun outdoor activities like barbeques, lawn games, hikes, and gardening. But it can also mean unwanted pests like mosquitoes and ticks. Employing a few preventative strategies can help minimize the annoyance and reduce the risk of tick- and mosquito-borne diseases.Start by ...
HUDSON COUNTY, NJ - Young poets, singers, and writers are being invited to perform at the Hudson County Youth Leadership Council’s youth open mic event on June 20.Set to take place from 2:00 p.m. until 3:30 p.m. the event will be held at the Creative Arts Center, 242 10th Street in Jersey City.The ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ - The Jersey City Police Department is seeking assistance in finding a missing 10-year-old Jersey City girl.Divine Anyanwu was last seen at her home at 7:00 am Saturday morning. A Black female, Divine is approximately 5'4" tall and weighs 180 lbs. She has short black hair and was ...
HUDSON COUNTY, NJ - Hudson County Executive Craig Guy has encouraged community members that can to donate to a GoFundMe page set up to support the family of Detective Justin Rivera.Detective Rivera was a member of the Hudson County Sheriff’s Office before losing his life in a fall from a 9th story ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ – Jersey City Medical Center, an RWJBarnabas Health hospital, will host its "Play it Safe!" program offering free cardiac and concussion screenings for young athletes on Saturday, August 23, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Jersey City Medical Center Rehabilitation Center, ...
NEWARK, NJ — New Jersey households, newly burdened with higher electricity costs, will receive $100 to $250 credits from the state, parceled over six months, to help pay the bills, Gov. Phil Murphy announced Thursday in Newark.Typical households will receive $16.60 per month from July-December.
HUDSON COUNTY, NJ - Hudson County Executive Craig Guy and the Board of County Commissioners celebrated Pride Month with a flag raising of the Progress Pride flag for National Pride Month at the Brennan Court House on Tuesday. The Progress Pride flag, designed by Daniel Quasar, is a more inclusive ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ Citing offenses including improper classification of construction workers, failing to offer workers’ compensation insurance, and hindering an investigation, the New Jersey Department of Labor issued stop work orders to five subcontractors working on the “The Journal"recently.Facing ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ - The Pavonia Branch Library is offering hands-on STEM activities this summer for kids ages 4-11.The program will be held on Wednesdays, June 25, July 9 and 23, and Aug. 6 from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the Pavonia branch of the Jersey City Public Library.For more info email ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ - Christina Freeman, a lifelong Jersey City resident, police officer, mother, and community advocate, has officially declared her candidacy for Mayor in the 2025 municipal election.“I’m running for Mayor because I know the struggles our residents face—I see them, and I’ve lived ...
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ –With so many demands placed on women—whether at home, at work, or in their communities—it’s easy for personal health to take a backseat. Making your health a priority now and focusing on preventive care to lower the risk of certain cancers and other diseases can help ensure a ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ - A traffic alert has been issued for the area of Liberty State Park as nearly 100,000 enthusiasts are expected to descend on the space for the Pokémon Go Fest from June 6th through June 8th.NJ Transit is offering additional Light Rail service for the event.“Whether you're after ...
This story was produced in collaboration with CivicStory (www.CivicStory.org) as part of the Ecology-Civics Reporting Project.” (www.SRhub.org). JERSEY CITY, NJ - Over a billion birds die each year in the United States from colliding with windows, quite often during migration periods, and we need ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ - Area veterans and their families will have the opportunity to avail of a variety of health screenings and assessments when the Veterans Foundation of America hosts a Veterans Health Fair & Luncheon on Tuesday, June 24. The event, set to be held at the County Prep High School, ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ – The left lane on Route 1&9 Truck northbound which was closed overnight Tuesday between the Hackensack River Bridge and the Communipaw Avenue/Route 440 intersection for median barrier work in Kearny and Jersey City, will continue to be closed from 9:00 p.m. until 5:00 a.m. the ...