tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31489168398403073312008-09-29T09:58:38.808-04:00Iannoreply@blogger.comBlogger415125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148916839840307331.post-56077778724036062612008-09-29T09:51:00.002-04:002008-09-29T09:53:40.255-04:00

The JC Reporter writes that Jersey City skateboarders are pressing to build a new skate park below the New Jersey Turnpike extension downtown. Local residents had erected an illegal park on the Hoboken - Jersey City border before NJ Transit had the space removed. Skate obstacles have also been illegally installed in Hamilton Park.

Iannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148916839840307331.post-64098061913889548182008-09-25T09:54:00.002-04:002008-09-29T09:58:38.837-04:00

The long held dream of redeveloping Newark Avenue took a temporary sidetrack last week when council members began pursuing the idea of building a European style paseo between Newark Avenue and Columbus Drive. The land would have been seized through eminent domain and taken advantage of a recently cleared lot -- a summer fire destroyed the historic building that sat on the land. The council has

Iannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148916839840307331.post-89855709291001872672008-09-23T09:49:00.002-04:002008-09-29T09:50:47.978-04:00

We Are New makes note that a new downtown cafe and knitting shop has opened on Jersey Avenue. Hipsters rejoice, knit.

Iannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148916839840307331.post-58495359634920359262008-08-14T10:13:00.003-04:002008-08-14T10:19:59.905-04:00

Politicker NJ reports that Downtown councilman Steven Fulop's other ballot initiative-- a ban on Pay-to-Play-- is being used by Mayor Healy in an effort to rebuff Fulop's presumed mayoral challenge to Healy. Healy proposed amending Fulop's pay-to-play reform bill whereby candidates would reveal their net worth and yearly earnings. If a candidate met a threshold of personal wealth, pay-to-play

Iannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148916839840307331.post-3670860160838818122008-08-14T10:06:00.002-04:002008-08-14T10:13:14.327-04:00

The Journal reports that city clerk Robert Byrne refused to certify petitions that would have placed an ethics reform bill on the ballot as a referendum in November. The ordinance in question would have prevented council members from collecting more than one salary from taxpayers. Downtown councilman Steven Fulop first proposed the ordinance in a council meeting, but the other council members,

Iannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148916839840307331.post-88889733306305157852008-08-13T08:57:00.002-04:002008-08-13T09:00:56.060-04:00

Get Out Hudson is running a "best of" survey of local businesses, restaurants, and of course, best local website. Unsurprisingly, Hudson Menus, which is owned by Get Out Hudson, has made the list. Nothing says integrity like giving yourself a reach around.

Iannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148916839840307331.post-47632955819962009322008-08-13T08:43:00.003-04:002008-08-13T08:51:43.568-04:00

The Journal reports the Jersey City police department's new close circuit television center will be named after former police detective Robert Hennigar who introduced big brother neighborhood watch programs in the city. Jersey City has invested heavily in CCTV technology despite unproven results.

Iannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148916839840307331.post-14092610029551372282008-08-13T08:41:00.001-04:002008-08-13T08:42:55.147-04:00

JC Construction posted a rendering of anew park planned for a Sip Avenue lot adjacent to Hudson County College. The Culinary Arts Plaza Park is currently under construction.

Iannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148916839840307331.post-72517304814175051422008-08-13T08:36:00.002-04:002008-08-13T08:38:50.679-04:00

Susan Sarandon had trail mix confiscated by security guards at the All Points West concert, even though she is a celebrity, and she was waiting in the special celebrity line, reports the post. Does being famous mean nothing anymore? Is trail mix so dangerous that concert goers should have it confiscated?

Iannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148916839840307331.post-62600465767082181332008-08-12T09:24:00.003-04:002008-08-12T09:34:17.732-04:00

GlobeSt.com reports that plans for the next building phase at the Beacon are ready. The conversion of the Jersey City Medical Center from depression era hospital into luxury residences is a long term process. The 22 Story Murdoch Hall will become the Paramount with 208 residential condos. The art deco features will be preserved, including the restoration of a theater from the era. With the

Iannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148916839840307331.post-54481318972017071952008-08-12T09:18:00.004-04:002008-08-12T09:22:59.427-04:00

One of downtown Councilman Steven Fulop's reform referendums has gotten on the ballot, but the second is still waiting for a legal decision, writes the Journal. The referendum banning pay-to-play -- the practice of campaign contributors receiving government contracts -- is on the ballot. But Fulops other referendum, banning public officials from having more than one government salary is still to

Iannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148916839840307331.post-32498183691840812042008-08-11T09:30:00.002-04:002008-08-11T09:36:03.203-04:00

The attention this weekend was on the All Points West Concert, a three day even held in Liberty State Park. Locals in the know found out the Hudson River Waterfront Walkway remained open during the concert providing free access to the best shows. The Times provides a write up, while Gothamist provides excellent photos. Time Out New York went day by day. Most of the other coverage, of which there

Iannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148916839840307331.post-36107512282461514892008-08-08T09:52:00.003-04:002008-08-08T09:54:27.609-04:00

Downtown cookie bakery Feed Your Soul makes an appearance on YouTube. The short interview talks about cookies, from We Are New

Iannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148916839840307331.post-21161121643712548312008-08-08T09:29:00.003-04:002008-08-08T09:34:22.143-04:00

The All Points West concert opens today in Liberty State Park, meaning its probably a good idea to avoid Lafayette, Liberty State Park, and the light rail line south of Exchange Place. The concert officially ends at 11pm, so expect the PATH and light rail system to get a bit crowded around then. Also, with lots of out of towners coming in for the festival, you can bet the parking authority will

Iannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148916839840307331.post-46714810023388966632008-08-08T09:16:00.004-04:002008-08-08T09:21:00.078-04:00

The city wants to construct high density housing affordable to middle and working class families on Duncan Avenue, reports the Journal. Local residents objected.

Iannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148916839840307331.post-89565560808612602022008-08-07T11:00:00.002-04:002008-08-07T11:02:28.134-04:00

Blogger G-Lines Newsletter writes to explain why he is leaving Journal Square, and it has something to do with the drug abusing homeless people. Commissioner Gordon unavailable for comment.

Iannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148916839840307331.post-19195848998082572852008-08-07T10:46:00.003-04:002008-08-07T10:47:28.838-04:00

The Journal reports that the council approved replacing the turf at Cochrane Stadium. Earlier this year lead was found in the artificial turf.

Iannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148916839840307331.post-14059990705565483742008-08-07T10:34:00.003-04:002008-08-07T10:41:32.872-04:00

All Points West, a three day concert event in Liberty State Park, opens tomorrow. The massive concert features Radiohead and Jack Johnson. When tickets initially went on sale, per diem tickets sold out quickly, forcing concert goers to purchase the more expensive three day pass. However, daily tickets are once again available. The doors open at noon, and the concert is scheduled to end each

Iannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148916839840307331.post-77403973402574248292008-08-06T09:52:00.002-04:002008-08-06T10:02:26.228-04:00

I Am Not a Chef reviews downtown eatery Ox, a not quite yet year old Newark Avenue restaurant that has already made NJ Monthly Magazine's best in state list.

Iannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148916839840307331.post-18112843071231398352008-08-06T09:48:00.003-04:002008-08-06T09:50:18.927-04:00

The redevelopment of the Jersey City Medical Center may become a bit more profitable as developer Metrovest seeks a revision to the tax abatement program similar to other already under construction projects that received more favorable revisions, writes the Jersey City Reporter.

Iannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148916839840307331.post-10517806867720810812008-08-06T09:40:00.002-04:002008-08-06T09:43:05.391-04:00

Epoch Times gives a reach around to the Lefrak organization, heaping much love on Jersey City's Newport development. Lefrak has diversified in recent years, buying up properties in Hollywood, and now looking to invade the U.K.

Iannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148916839840307331.post-63812046155650029802008-08-05T14:34:00.002-04:002008-08-06T09:37:45.679-04:00

A Newark councilwoman used her position to obstruct justice more than two years ago, and now must give up her position thanks to a judges ruling. Some are hoping the ruling will apply to Jersey City Mayor Jerramiah Healy who was involved in a drunken scuffle at the Jersey shore. PolitickerNJ writes that potential mayoral candidate Lou Manzo is looking into the legal options to remove Healy.

Iannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148916839840307331.post-56213605583282480232008-08-04T09:43:00.001-04:002008-08-06T09:44:35.663-04:00

The Journal reports more Jersey City schools have high levels of lead.

Iannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148916839840307331.post-61890271375905835672008-07-31T22:02:00.002-04:002008-07-31T22:03:00.752-04:00

Hudson Now reports on today's bomb scare at Liberty State Park, courtesy of a big brown UPS truck, with photos.

Iannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148916839840307331.post-57909295510644913742008-07-31T21:50:00.003-04:002008-07-31T21:56:13.010-04:00

A thread on JCList mentions a new live poll being conducted in the city comparing positives and negatives of current Mayor Jerramiah Healy against former (Acting) Mayor L. Harvey Smith. Smith would join former Mayor Bret Schundler, downtown councilman Steven Fulop, and State Senator Sandy Bolden-Cunningham as possible mayoral contenders. The May 2009 election is already over shadowing November's

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