This New Jersey Bridge Dares Drivers To Face A Scarier Drive With No Shoulders...
The first time I drove across this bridge, my hands gripped the steering wheel a little tighter than usual. There are no shoulders, no escape routes, and the drop on either side reminds you that this bridge means serious business. Built in 1932, this 3.5-mile elevated steel giant connects Jersey...
LETTER: Solomon needs to ‘clean house’ at Jersey City City Hall in light of...
In a letter to the editor, Jersey City resident Dan Levin expresses that Mayor James Solomon needs to “clean house” at City Hall in light of the city’s financial crisis. On January 15th, James Solomon was inaugurated as mayor of Jersey City and his administration will take over after 12 years of his predecessor...
‘I’m the f—ing deputy chief of staff.’ Jersey City aide headed to court after...
A Jersey city official — who repeatedly yelled at cops that he was mayor’s deputy chief of staff in a profanity-filled tirade during his arrest — is scheduled to appear in municipal court this week on driving under the influence charges. Phillip Orphanidis, who was deputy chief...
Solomon Recommits to Affordable Housing at Budget Town Hall Despite Fiscal ‘Crisis’
Mayor James Solomon isn’t backing off his pledge to build affordable housing, despite the “fiscal crisis” he announced last month. That was one of the takeaways from a town hall meeting at Mary McLeod Bethune Life Center. By sharing your email address with us, you’ll be entitled...
‘Significant’ Tax Hike in Store as Jersey City Seeks $150M Bailout From State
Property taxes on Jersey City homes and businesses are set to rise significantly as the state’s second-largest municipality struggles to close a $254 million budget deficit left by the administration of former Mayor Steven Fulop. By sharing your email address with us, you’ll be entitled to view two Jersey...
Retailer Closing 15 Stores Nationwide, Including Two NY Locations
A big-name luxury retailer is preparing to close more stores across the country, and two locations in New York are on the list.
See dolphins spotted in New York City’s East River
Everyone was out enjoying the spring weather in New Jersey and New York area, even some dolphins. The first 70-degree day since October brought out dolphins in the river next to Randall’s Island Park. Videos on social media show dolphins leaping in and out of the water to the delight of many people watching and...
Neshaminy High School is shaken after student was charged in terrorism case
Emir Balat, a senior who was enrolled virtually at Neshaminy High School, is facing federal terrorism charges connected to explosive devices discovered outside New York City's mayoral residence over the weekend.
New York Weather Alert: New York City and Buffalo Residents Urged to Prepare for...
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. New York, New York – As spring storm systems strengthen across the United States, emergency officials are urging New York residents to review tornado safety plans now as severe weather threats increase...
Debate grows over whether Mamdani’s plan would help or hurt city renters
People across America are watching the housing talk in New York City. Housing costs there keep climbing, making rent and home ownership feel out of reach for many families. Now, new tax ideas are getting attention. City leaders are thinking about raising property taxes to help fix the budget gap....
