Union City Sues to Block 675-Unit Development in Hoboken
Union City is taking Hoboken to court to stop a three-building project, claiming officials are misrepresenting the development’s height and engaging in a “quid pro quo” by accepting community givebacks.
Weehawken Bans Short-Term Airbnb-Style Rentals
Weehawken council recently passed an ordinance that prohibits renting out any property for less than 30 days as part of an effort to combat quality of life concerns.
Brooklyn’s Indicted “Bling Bishop” Hiding Out in Paramus Mansion
Lamor Whitehead aka Bling Bishop, a preacher charged with fraud, has been cozying up in a 6,200 square-foot New Jersey home since being released on bail and maintaining his innocence.
Sayreville Passes Redevelopment Plan for Amboy Cinemas Site
The first step has been taken to revitalize a theater in the Raritan Valley town that has been vacant for almost two decades.
Is Central Jersey a Thing? New Bill Looks to Officially Make it One
The proposed New Jersey legislation would redraw state tourism maps and reallocate tourism funds for regional marketing activities.
New Book Details Presidential Visits Throughout New Jersey’s History
New Jersey presidential visits spanning from George Washington to Joe Biden are explored with a fresh perspective in this new book.
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.
Jersey City Approves Agreement to Purchase Port Liberté Ferry Terminal
NY Waterway is set to resume service out of the dormant facility next month, but Jersey City will be taking over the terminal next year after finalizing a deal to buy the property.
Kushner Breaks Ground on One Journal Square, Target to Anchor Retail Space
The Jersey City mega project, which includes a new public plaza, will feature two 64-story towers and has already reached a retail deal to bring a Target to the ground floor.
Newark Still Prohibits Rent Increases, Landlords Feel the Squeeze of Inflation
Despite the easing of most COVID-19 restrictions, landlords in Newark are still unable to raise rents on their properties due to a moratorium on rent increases on rent-controlled apartments.
