Three days after the administration refused to disclose a pay equity report commissioned by the City Council, Council President Joyce Watterman put forth an ordinance proposing the creation of the city’s first Women’s Advisory Board.
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Person Struck By Gunfire in Bergen-Lafayette
A person was struck by gunfire today in Bergen Lafayette.
Board Appoints Norma Fernandez Interim Superintendent of Jersey City Public Schools
The Jersey City Board of Education appointed Dr. Norma Fernandez interim superintendent of Jersey City Public Schools at a Monday night special meeting.
Jersey City Man Charged in Motorcycle Accident that Killed Police Officer
A Jersey City man has been charged in connection with a motorcycle accident that killed a Jersey City police officer last year.
Recent Snowfall Suggests Spotty Enforcement of Sidewalk Shoveling Rules
Every year with the first snowfall and drop in temperature, the problem of ice covered sidewalks and the property owners who fail to clean them, reemerges.
Shootings Reported in Greenville and Bergen-Lafayette
Shooting broke out in Greenville and Bergen-Lafayette today putting several people in the hospital.
Parents Confused, Angry Over School Disruptions
The state’s rising cases of COVID-19 have reignited the contentious debate over whether kids should learn virtually, or whether the value of in-person education is greater than the risk of children and teachers catching the virus.
Five Jersey City Gang Members Charged in Killings Face Death or Life in Prison
Five Jersey City gang members have been charged for their roles in two gang-related shootings and face death or life in prison.
Jersey City Man Receives Lengthy Sentence in Child Pornography Case
A Jersey City man was sentenced today to 108 months in prison for receipt of child pornography, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.
New Parking Rules Could Bring Dirtier Streets, Flooding and Water Pollution
Jersey City’s decision to reduce street sweeping from two days to one day per week is being hailed by some motorists as a welcome respite from parking tickets and the hassle of car moving. However, if the experience of other cities is any guide, the tradeoff may be dirtier streets, clogged sewers, flooding, and water pollution.
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