Jersey City has announced the revival of ferry service from Port Liberté to Manhattan at a discounted price and with free transportation to the terminal. Mayor Steven Fulop partnered with City Council members, the Department of Infrastructure, and New York Waterway to re-open the Port Liberté Ferry Terminal, which had been closed since the start of the […]
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Jersey City Water High in Contaminants Says Study but Health Risks May be Nil
A new study claims that Jersey City water is relatively high in contaminants. However, the risk to one’s health may be nil. Conducted by WaterFilterGuru, which calls itself a “source for all things related to clean and healthy water,” the ranking combined data from the Environmental Working Group (a nonprofit environmental group of scientists and advocates) and SimpleLab (a […]
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Outdoor Summer Activities Within an Hour’s Drive of Jersey City
Warm weather is finally here, and it’s here to stay – at least through September. With summer in full swing, we’ve put together the ultimate summer guide for Jersey City residents. From amusement parks and kayaking trips to berry picking and a visit to the street fair, this guide has something for everyone. And, everything […]
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As Noise Pollution Increases, City is Unresponsive Say Locals
Heading into summer, Jersey City residents have noticed an uptick in noise pollution. From music blaring at 3 a.m. to excessive fireworks use, residents are growing tired of what they say is a lack of response from the city. A resident of Randolph Avenue, who asked that her name not be used, said her neighbors […]
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Prosecutor’s Office to Create Safe Places for Victims of Hate and Bias Crimes
Last Monday, the Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office launched a countywide Safe Place program that establishes temporary shelters for individuals threatened by hate crimes. Safe Place is a national law enforcement initiative that was developed by the Seattle Police Department in 2015. “The Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office is proud to facilitate the Safe Place initiative and […]
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Infamous Mayor Frank Hague to be Portrayed in Play This Weekend
Beginning June 10, the Museum of Jersey City History will host Margo Hammond’s play “Horseshoe Empire,” which portrays the life of Jersey City’s infamous mayors Frank Hague. The play will be performed at MJCH’s Apple Tree House, at 298 Academy St., in tandem with the museum’s upcoming exhibit, Frank Hague’s Jersey City: Yesterday and Today. […]