Community Outreach Grows Along with New Development in Journal Square
With Journal Square's development plans gaining traction, new spots are being drawn in -- pairing good food with community engagement.
Newark Police Could Replace Firing Range on Doremus Avenue
A private developer filed an application to build a new 30,000-square-foot firing range for one of the state’s largest police departments.
Liberty Humane Society Will Bring Your New Pet Right To You
Liberty Humane Society is going mobile! A new outreach program tentatively called LHS Live will be driving dogs and cats, kittens and puppies into Jersey City neighborhoods, making it easier for potential adopters to spend some time with the animals so in need of a new home.
Local Startup Introduces Newcomers and Locals to New Jersey’s Diverse Food Scene
Since launching their first curated food tour in downtown Jersey City in 2014, Jersey Girls Food Tours (JGFT) has touted the Garden State’s culinary scene.
A Monument in Newark’s Ironbound Pays Tribute to Immigrants
The Immigrants Memorial Monument by sculptor Camilo Satiro is in the Ironbound at the corner of Ferry Street and Edison Place.
The Brunswick Center Is Home to Happy and Healthy in Jersey City
With The Brunswick Center, Jersey City developer BGT Enterprises shows they are committed to the community beyond building condos.
Newark Plans to Launch Homelessness Commission
The proposed task force in New Jersey’s largest city would be among the first of its kind in a state where homelessness remains a crisis.
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.
Dixon Projects Partners with Local Soccer Club
As part of Dixon Projects’ corporate citizenship program, the company has sponsored the Meadowlands FC to help the team reach new goals.
How Locals Can Help Following Jersey City’s Tragic Week
GoFundMe campaigns, community vigils, and several donation opportunities have come together in the wake of Tuesday's heartbreaking incident in Greenville.