West Ward Candidates Debate Gun Violence in Newark
With nearly weekly shootings and gun arrests that have increased by 360 percent compared to last year, Newark's West Ward is hoping their new city council candidates have some solutions.
Plans for a Jersey City Casino Stopped Cold by New Jersey Voters
Voters in New Jersey spoke yesterday, overwhelmingly rejecting the expansion of gaming outside of Atlantic City. Ultimately, stalling any plans for a casino in Jersey City.
Zoning Changes Could Bring Taller Buildings Near Newark’s Waterfront
Buildings in Newark neighborhoods along the Passaic River could soon rise up to 40 stories.
Newark Passed New Rent Control Ordinance to Rein in Soaring Rents, But Did it...
A new ordinance outlaws rent increases of more than 5 percent a year on newly constructed units that weren’t previously governed by rent control.
Proposed Bill Would Allow for Additional Liquor Permits in Redevelopment Areas
A new Assembly Bill will help small restaurants in qualified districts purchase liquor licenses that would otherwise be too expensive.
Hoboken Files Eminent Domain Action to Expand Southwest Park
Hoboken just took a big step towards acquiring a parking lot that they wish to convert into open space.
Weehawken Plans to Issue Liquor Licenses to New Hotels
Almost all the properties eligible for the liquor licenses happen to be owned by Mack-Cali.
The Many Obstacles of ‘Liberty Rising’
A casino project that could transform the area just outside of Liberty State Park’s southern border took a small step forward this week, but...
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.
Jersey City Reval Continues, Formal Appeals Deadline Extended
Hudson County officials announce extension for Jersey City property owners to file tax appeals.
