Ward C Councilman Rich Boggiano on the Future of Journal Square
In part six of Jersey Digs' ongoing interview series with Jersey City's council members, Ward C Councilman Rich Boggiano addresses the next wave of development coming to Journal Square.
Could the Newark National Guard Armory be Demolished?
The New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs is studying the feasibility of tearing down the armory in Newark’s Roseville neighborhood.
EXCLUSIVE: Former Public Official Pleads Guilty to Federal Charges Involving Orange Conspiracy
Jersey Digs has learned that a former official with the Jersey City Redevelopment Agency and the Newark Community Economic Development Corporation has pleaded guilty in connection with an alleged conspiracy involving the Orange Public Library. In part, Franklyn Ore allegedly used money that was supposed to serve low-income families on “entertainment and restaurants.”
New Nitpicky Alcohol Rules Squeezing Jersey City Breweries and Small Businesses
A number of nitpicky rules took effect last month that restrict the way New Jersey breweries can run their business, stifling one of the state’s fastest-growing industries.
EXCLUSIVE: Garcia Replaces Adofo-Wilson as Newark’s Deputy Mayor for Economic and Housing Development
Carmelo Garcia, previously of the Newark Community Economic Development Corporation and the Hoboken Housing Authority, is taking Baye Adofo-Wilson’s position at Newark City Hall.
Newark Looks to Sell Waterfront Properties to Boraie for Mixed-Use Project
The City of Newark is looking to sell two lots near the Passaic River to the same politically connected company that is responsible for the upcoming "Shaq Tower."
7-Phase Redevelopment Plan Approved for Newark’s Riverfront Square
Jersey Digs obtained a copy of the agreement, which reveals new details about the major project coming to the Riverfront Stadium site.
Council Could Revoke Plans to Sell Former Orange Police Station to Condo Developer
An old police station on Lincoln Avenue in Orange was expected to be sold for $1.2 million to a developer so that a project with 60 condominiums could be constructed. Now, the Orange Municipal Council is seeking to revoke the contract of sale and more.
Jersey City’s Credit Rating Drops Despite Remaining Strong
Credit agencies gave downgrades to Jersey City during a year when New Jersey's overall rating rose.
Tug of War Over Sixth Street Embankment Enters Its Eleventh Year
Two relics of Jersey City’s industrial past that are only four blocks from each other are presently worlds apart, with one undergoing a building...