McGinley Square Beautification Street Fair Planned for Tomorrow
A McGinley Square block party is planned for Saturday. But there’s a catch. Before the party, volunteers are asked to spend an hour cleaning up and beautifying Bergen Avenue between Montgomery Street and Duncan Avenue.
Fine Dining Concept Could Replace Jersey City’s Casino in the Park
After 67 years, Casino in the Park’s lease is up for bid and a high-end restaurant has been suggested, but residents are skeptical of the need and success of fine dining in the park.
Greenville Non-Profit to Host Thanksgiving for Jersey City’s Needy
Mercy for my Neighbor, a Jersey City non-profit, is partnering with the Fountain of Salvation Church in Greenville on a variety of endeavors this Thanksgiving.
Good Vibes at Pacific Flea
Joel Maffei, co-founder/director of Pacific Flea, brings quality vendors, artists and musical acts to the Bergen-Lafayette neighborhood on second Saturdays, April-October. The next market is September 10 and the final market October 8.
Whole Foods Newark Location Set To Open This Winter
Whole Foods Market is getting close to opening a brand new location in Newark. In addition to 110 new jobs, Whole Foods is offering a number of grants and microcredit lending opportunities to the local community.
Save the Date: Help Homeless Veterans in Hoboken January 11th
The evening fundraiser will be held at the Kolo Klub and proceeds will go toward a community center and housing for veterans.
Renovations Approved for Holy Innocents in Hoboken
The first chunk of restoration work should start soon at the historic Willow Avenue church, which is looking to be put back to use after years of dormancy.
Jersey City’s Hidden Gem: The Sociable Southside
Jersey City's Southside neighborhoods are gaining recognition for their expansive parks, burgeoning local business scene, and a tight-knit community spirit that has been part of their DNA for decades.
Starbucks Coffee Opens ‘Community Store’ in Downtown Trenton
Trenton's first Starbucks opened last week. It is the ninth location of a new concept of Starbucks ‘community stores’.
Mayor Fulop to Discuss the Future of Journal Square on August 13th
Taxes, lawsuits, and abatements are set to take center stage as Mayor Fulop discusses the future of Journal Square at The New JSQ Community Association monthly meeting on August 13.
