Bayonne’s SilkLofts Celebrates Its History
The hulking, four-building industrial complex at 154 Avenue E was converted into the SilkLofts rental complex in 2014. But before that, the building facilitated the manufacturing of everything from the modern bra to military parachutes and carrier pigeon vests. Last night, a homecoming of sorts was held to commemorate the building's history.
Exploring Mount Tabor: Ocean Grove’s Countryside Counterpart
Located in Morris County, New Jersey, the community of cottages known as Mount Tabor is one of the region’s most unique villages.
Price for Weehawken Mansion near Hamilton Duel Site Cut from $7M to $6.6M
The massive 1890 Weehawken mansion in King Bluff, a neighborhood steeped in American history, just got a hefty price cut.
Explore the History of the Garden State on Hunterdon County’s 579 Trail
New Jersey’s 579 Trail, a 25-mile stretch of country road from Bloomsbury to Lambertville, is a great way to explore the agricultural roots of the Garden State.
Native American Encampment, 18th Century Home Threatened by Municipal ‘Recycling’ Facility in Paulsboro
A plan to build a municipal recycling center threatens the serenity of a historically significant 18th-century home called the Samuel P. Paul House.
Plans Underway For Statewide Greenway Connecting Jersey City With Phillipsburg
Plans are underway to create a statewide greenway connecting Jersey City with Phillipsburg along the former Morris Canal route. The North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority recently put out a request for proposals for consultant assistance to support development of the project.
Will the Abandoned Essex County Jail Be Torn Down?
City officials say that the structure "poses a danger," but that there are no funds to tear it down.
Weekend Walks: Historic Downtown Jersey City Gets Festive
The people, parks, and historic buildings around Jersey City's historic downtown area have a very distinct character, and this time of year, a little holiday cheer.
This Year’s Cherry Blossom Festival in Newark Celebrates the Park’s Designer’s 200th Birthday
The visionary behind Manhattan's Central Park left hIs mark all over Newark. This spring, Branch Brook Park is hosting a series of events to celebrate his 200th anniversary.
‘Confrontational’ Tubman Monument in Newark Rejected by State Panel
A proposed Harriet Tubman monument meant to replace a statue of Christopher Columbus that was removed in the heat of 2020’s unrest was unanimously voted down.