Maher Foundation Plans Large New Preschool in Newark’s South Ward
The Morris County-based foundation has applied to build a new preschool with 16 classrooms between Hawthorne and Nye Avenues in Newark’s South Ward. The property was previously expected to contain a new campus for University High School.
After Multiple Violations, Hoboken’s 1 Republik Permanently Closing
The bar, which still has plans to expand into Jersey City, had its liquor license revoked by the City last week and will close for good in May.
East Orange Woman Wins Tax Foreclosure Case, Signaling a Shift in Predatory Laws
A court has ruled in favor of an East Orange homeowner who lost her property over unpaid taxes.
Lawsuits Fly, Tensions Flare Over Hudson County’s ICE Contract
The decision to extend an agreement with a controversial Federal agency that houses undocumented immigrants at a county jail has churned up a lot of emotions between activists and local officials.
Letter to Editor: No, More Airbnb Regulations Won’t Solve Jersey City’s Woes
Regardless if you are in favor or against short-term rentals, be informed before you vote, because neither the short-term rentals platforms nor the hotel industry have your best interest in mind.
N.J. Legislators Pass $100 Million COVID-19 Rent Relief Bill
The state’s Assembly approved a bill that could give emergency rental assistance to tenants financially impacted by the coronavirus, which will now head to Governor Murphy’s desk.
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.
Developer Wins, Opponents Lose, The Story of Jersey City’s First Micro-Unit Project
Why is a micro-unit project in Van Vorst moving forward despite significant community opposition?
The Never-ending Reval Saga: What Does It Mean for Homeowners?
Jersey City’s ongoing revaluation drama seems to have taxpayers either excited about relief or nervous about the consequences, emotions driven by uncertainty because New Jersey’s second largest city has not assessed its properties since 1989.
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.
