TOP LOCAL News
By DANIEL ISRAEL
December 1, 2024
JERSEY CITY, NJ- Music, fun, and good eats have a home in Journal Square at the Homestead Food Truck Hub.The weekly gathering at CMPND, an apartment and cowering space at 9 Homestead Place, takes place every Thursday from 5 to 9 p.m.The public can enjoy an array of food trucks, DJs, live music, and ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ- Jersey City officials will host a Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at the City Hall Annex at 1 Jackson Square on December 2 from 5 to 7 p.m.There will be: hot cocoa, inflatables, treats, choirs, giveaways, and more.The ceremony, held in front of City Hall Annex has become a yearly ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ- The first-ever “Nerrdy Square Holiday Market” is slated to take place on Sunday, December 1, from 1 to 6 p.m. at Sip Studios at 140 Sip Avenue.The market will feature dozens of artists, crafters, and local businesses offering anime, comic book, sci-fi, and geeky gifts.The festive ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ - The Liberty Science Center, Jersey City Medical Center, and RWJBarnabas Health are inviting science enthusiasts to join them as judges for the 2024-2025 Hudson County STEM Showcase, the largest science fair in the county. The showcase will be held at Liberty Science Center on ...
It’s time to begin tackling that gift list for the holidays. Consider gifting your favorite gardener something practical and attractive to enjoy for months and even years. No matter your budget, you can find the perfect gift to generate a smile immediately and throughout the garden season.Stuff a ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ- The first annual “Great Union Day” independence celebration for Romania will be held in Jersey City next month, highlighting when the Eastern European country gained freedom from the Ottoman Empire in 1877.Presented by Daniela Elena Sarbu and the J.C. Romanian Community, the ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ- Jersey City officials may soon grant a long-term tax exemption to Fairmount Hotel, LIHTC, LLC, owner of the Birchwood at Fairmount Hotel at 2595 Kennedy Boulevard. The structure is a historic landmark hotel that has been converted into apartments for seniors ages 62 and over, ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ- TAPinto Jersey City recently explored Liberty Science Center (LSC): After Dark, witnessing the much-hyped museum experience for adults only. The event takes place at LSC at 222 Jersey City Boulevard every Thursday from 6 to 10 p.m. for those ages 18 and over.Each event features a ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ— The annual Liberty Harbor Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony will take place on Wednesday, December 4, with tenants of Liberty Harbor Residences and members of the public gathering on Regent Street to celebrate the holiday season.The festive event will take place at 30 Regent Park ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ- The Mary McLeod Bethune Life Center recently hosted its annual Holiday Market. The second annual iteration of the market, sponsored by the Jersey City Economic Development Corporation and Dvora, gave residents the opportunity to shop from local vendors while fostering a sense of ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ- Jersey City is eyeing a federal grant to assist in covering the cost to undertake millions of dollars in traffic safety improvements.The Jersey City Municipal Council approved a resolution at its November 14 meeting authorizing the submission of a grant application and, if awarded, ...
TRENTON, NJ - Just five days before the emergency COVID-19 regulations that allowed restaurants to serve alcoholic beverages in outdoor parklets and streateries were set to expire, Governor Phil Murphy signed Bill A-4866 which allows these regulations to continue. “Outdoor dining has proven to be ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ – Hudson Community Enterprises (HCE) is proud to announce the launch of an innovative new Floor Care program designed to empower the Deaf and Hard of Hearing in the workplace. This initiative is part of HCE’s ongoing commitment to inclusivity, diversity, and equal opportunity for ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ - Rep. Rob Menendez (D-NJ-08) has been elected unanimously to serve as the Vice Chair of Policy of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus in the 119th Congress. According to a statement from Menendez’s office the CHC’s Vice Chair of Policy is responsible for developing a legislative ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ - Longtime educator Ryan Baylock, who also serves as the Board President of the Palisade Condo Association, has been announced as the latest candidate to join the McGreevey slate.The Athletic Director of Newark Lab High School, Baylock, who said he successfully managed a major ...
HAMILTON, NJ - As Thanksgiving approaches, the Hamilton Township Division of Health is reminding residents to prioritize food safety during holiday meal preparations. With one in six Americans falling ill each year from foodborne illnesses, these tips can help ensure a safe and enjoyable ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ — The Jack and Ronnie McGreevey Civic Association will provide critical assistance for the homeless community by offering social services and resources inside St. Lucy’s Emergency Shelter, 619 Grove Street, on Tuesday.The event, which will run from 7:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. will ...
HUDSON COUNTY, NJ - New Jersey continues to lag behind other states when it comes to literacy, studies show, an issue that Hudson County Community College (HCCC) is not taking sitting down.Earlier this month HCCC hosted a literacy forum with a number of experts participating in an effort to help ...
HUDSON COUNTY, NJ - A $252,000 grant from the New Jersey Division of Travel and Tourism Destination Marketing Organization (DMO) will be used to entice visitors to Hudson County. Funded from the hotel tax collected from all the properties throughout New Jersey, including those in Hudson County, the ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ- Ward E Councilman and mayoral candidate James Solomon announced on Wednesday that over $103 million was raised through the city’s payroll tax, almost double the $67.7 million collected last year by the tax. Solomon said that no taxes were raised on any business or homeowner; ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ- Jersey City has marked its calendar for its City Council meetings for 2025.At its November 14 meeting, the Jersey City Municipal Council approved a resolution fixing the dates and times for the Caucuses and Regular Meetings for next year.The resolution states the Council will ...
TRENTON, NJ — Gov. Phil Murphy and First Lady Tammy Murphy are inviting New Jersey residents to visit Drumthwacket during the holidays.“This beautiful property, appropriately known as the People's House, is a historical and cultural treasure that becomes even more remarkable at this time of year,” ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ - Since opening its doors in 2019, Lokal Eatery & Bar has, as described on their website, established itself as a vibrant culinary hub that reflects Jersey City’s global culture. Located on the scenic Jersey City Waterfront, Lokal is a beacon for food enthusiasts seeking an ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ- Jersey City has appointed a new Poet Laureate, Melida Rodas. She will serve a two-year term from 2025 to 2027, serving as both an advocate for the literary arts and an ambassador of poetry. Prior to becoming Poet Laureate, Rodas was the first Inaugural Poet in 2013 when she recited ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ- The Jersey City Planning Board has approved a one-year extension for the approval of a project at 650 Grand Street.Located in the Morris Canal Development Plan Mixed-Use B Zone, applicant attorney Eugene O’Connell told the Board that BJ Power LLC is ready to proceed with the ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ- The Jersey City Department of Recreation and Youth Development recently hosted its annual Flag Football Tournament at Enos Jones Park.According to the City, nearly 200 youth co-ed athletes, ages 7 through 14, participated in the season of “teamwork, fun, and friendly ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ- Jersey City needs more room for dogs in the municipal-run animal control, and is paying for more space to make it happen.At its November 14 meeting, the Jersey City Municipal Council approved a resolution authorizing a contract with Petserv Dog Care, LLC on behalf of K9dergarten to ...
TRENTON, NJ — With much of New Jersey receiving between three-quarters of an inch and an inch of rain or more in the past 24 hours, The New Jersey Forest Fire Service announced Thursday that fire restrictions statewide have been lifted.The Forest Fire Service lists the fire danger as “low” on its ...
HUDSON COUNTY, NJ - The Hudson Pride Center will hold a night of love and gratitude at its annual LGBTQ+ Friends Giving dinner on Friday, November 22nd, from 6 to 8 p.m.“Enjoy a FREE dinner filled with love, laughter, and community spirit,” HPC said in a social media post, inviting allies to attend ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ- The Jersey City Council approved a resolution accepting $750,000 in funding from the U.S. Department of Labor through the Workforce Innovation Opportunities Act that will fund the launch of Jersey City’s Apprenticeship Program.The Department of Business Administration will use the ...