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16-Story Tower Proposed In McGinley Square At 289 Jordan, Jersey City
A new 16-story mixed-use tower called 289 Jordan is being proposed near the corner of Mercer Street and Jordan Avenue in the McGinley Square neighborhood of Jersey City.
Abandoned Property Reborn at 267 Baldwin Avenue, Jersey City
A long-neglected building just a stone’s throw away from Journal Square’s building boom is finally getting some much-needed TLC, perhaps a small sign that some of the neighborhood’s older properties might soon see a piece of the area’s revitalization.
Journal Square Prepares for the Boom
Journal Square’s big moment of truth is rapidly approaching and the neighborhood is preparing for the pending residential boom in several ways, which include some spruced-up streets, a transit hub renovation, and emerging community organization.
29-Unit Project Readies for Construction at 65 Newkirk Street, Jersey City
After months of planning, construction is finally set to begin on another new infill residential development in the booming Journal Square neighborhood of Jersey City.
New Residential Building Approved at 469 Newark Avenue, Jersey City
A new development has been proposed for 461-469 Newark Avenue, at the southeast corner of Waldo Avenue, in the Island section of Jersey City.
The Moment of Truth for Journal Square
For decades optimistic prognosticators have predicted Journal Square’s renaissance. Largely, it remained just that, a prediction, with little "on the ground" to back it up. That’s all about to change.
Hudson Courthouse Stairs Getting a Lift
The giant granite stairs leading up to the Brennan Courthouse are currently in disarray for a good reason, as repairs are being made to the century-old foundation in an effort to restore one of the county’s landmark buildings.
TEDx Returns to Jersey City this December
TEDx, the localized spinoff of the popular TED talks, will be returning to Jersey City this December for its fourth year.
Zoning Changes Hope to Spark a Journal Square Arts District
Last week, Jersey City’s Council unanimously approved changes to the Journal Square 2060 Redevelopment Plan that they hope will facilitate a new arts district behind the Loew’s Theater.
Jersey City Not ‘Cool’ Enough for WeWork, Opening Location Anyway
WeWork executives seem to be at odds over whether or not Jersey City is 'cool'. Speaking during a real estate panel, one executive from the company told attendees that his firm is looking closely at Bushwick to open its next outpost, because, unlike Jersey City, it’s "cool."
