I applaud the city council for passing ordinances on Wednesday that establish the Right To Counsel and fees on developers to fund affordable housing and free legal representation for tenants. This is a big step forward, and will contribute to a more humane city and economy. I hope that the city will demonstrate urgency in […]
Opinion
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Letter: Demolishing 50 Journal Square Will Destroy a Piece of History
Dear Editor, The city’s plan to buy and demolish 50 Journal Square makes little sense, either in fiscal or urban planning terms. Jersey City’s taxpayers can get much more for our money, without needlessly demolishing a part of Journal Square’s history. Tonight, the city’s plan is on for a first reading before the city council. The […]
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Letter: Fulop Won’t Get My Vote for Governor
Our beautiful city is in a very bad shape. Streets are barely cleaned. In horror, I read about stories where people are not able to reach the police in emergency or in dangerous situations. The Jersey City Response Center used to pick up the phone and help residents. Now when I call at business hours, […]
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Letter: Vote for Michael Griffin and Shanelle Smith
New Jersey’s 31st Legislative District is one of 40 districts that make up the map for the New Jersey Legislature. It covers the Hudson County municipalities of Bayonne and most of Jersey City and Kearny. Minority families are a colorful theme in this part of Hudson County where Black/African Americans and Hispanics represent 22.4% and […]
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Editorial: Vote for Candidates not Columns
Starting tomorrow and running through Tuesday, voters will have an opportunity to elect state and local officials who will make policy for the next four years affecting everyone who lives in Jersey City. At the state level, voters will nominate Democratic and Republican candidates for the State Senate and Assembly. At the local level, voters […]
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Letter: Why I Enthusiastically Support Mamta Singh for Commissioner
Dear Editor, I am writing to express my enthusiastic support for Mamta Singh as a candidate for Hudson County Commissioner District 4. As a longtime resident of Jersey City and a dedicated community leader, Mamta has consistently demonstrated her commitment to making our county a better place for all its residents. Mamta’s journey as an […]
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Letter: Is Mamta Singh The Best Choice for County Commissioner?
Dear Editor, This past Mother’s Day residents informed me Mamta Singh was going through our building knocking on doors campaigning even though this is not permitted. Our security only permits guests to enter when they are announced to and received by a resident. A couple of days later I received a mailer from her that reads “Mamta Singh Hudson […]
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Op-Ed: An Open Letter to People’s Park Foundation and Liberty State Park for All
To the Leadership of People’s Park Foundation and Liberty State Park for All, Now that tax season is over, I have been trying to get your organizations’ tax-exempt documentation for the past several weeks. My requests have been ignored despite repeated attempts to reach Bob Hurley, President of the People’s Park Foundation (a registered 501(c)3); Arnold […]
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Letter: It’s Time to Implement JFK Safety Study Recommendations
Dear Editor, On Monday morning yet another avoidable fatal collision on KennedyBoulevard took place. The unfortunate reality is that JFK Boulevard is one ofthe most dangerous roads in our county and despite impact studies done in2011 and 2019 there has been limited changes. I’m writing this letter to ask our county to prioritize initiating fixes […]
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Letter: Vote for Mamta Singh for County Commissioner
When I moved to Jersey City 4 ½ years ago I was amazed at how much my new neighbors cared. Jersey City folk take being a good neighbor and a good citizen to a whole new level. They are ready to roll up their sleeves and pitch in at a moment’s notice. Giving back is […]