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Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) member David Guirgis announced he’s dropping out of the Hudson County commissioner race in the 4th District as former Jersey City Ward D council candidate Patrick Ambrossi gears up to run. “For the past few weeks, I’ve been dealing with some health and personal...

Hoboken Mayor Emily Jabbour officially signed an executive order yesterday strengthening the nationally recognized Vision Zero initiative and emphasizing the voices and needs of residents in shaping the city’s shared street experience. “Hoboken has shown that thoughtful street design, strong partnerships, and...

Hudson County’s healthcare scene is buzzing with opportunity right now — from hospitals to home care, there’s something for every skill level. Here are some of the best openings this week:

Jersey City is in the midst of a financial crisis. New Jersey’s second-largest city is seeking a staggering $150 million in state aid to help cover a massive $254 million budget shortfall—a gap equaling 28% of the city’s entire operating budget. The request puts Governor Mikie Sherrill...

SUNY is announcing an expansion of its campus emergency aid grant programs with $600,000 in dedicated support in the 2026-2027 proposed state budget. On Friday, SUNY Chancellor John King held a roundtable with several students to talk about how the program is helping them stay on track to getting their degree despite...

In 1972, an 11 year old girl from Hoboken, New Jersey, walked up to a tryout and told the coach her name was Maria and she could play ball. She made the team, played three games, and was removed. What followed was a legal battle that forced Little League to open its doors to girls across the country.

The Jersey City Council will ask the planning board to consider utilizing eminent domain of Heights University Hospital land at Wednesday’s meeting. “The Heights community deserves access to quality healthcare, and it’s our responsibility to explore every legal tool available to make that happen. This is the...

Officials in Newark are warning residents about a nationwide texting scam that falsely claims recipients owe money for traffic, parking, or toll violations. In a public alert, City of Newark officials said scammers are sending messages designed to look like legitimate court notices, often including QR codes that...

Hundreds of Muslim delivery drivers who congregate outside an East Village mosque have transformed the area into a noisy, violent, trash-strewn junkyard while driving businesses and residents out, fed-up locals said. At least three businesses near the Islamic Council of America Madina Mosque on First Avenue and East...

Police spotted the man, later identified as 40-year-old Husam Fooda acting suspiciously near 4th Street and East Palisades Boulevard on March 9 in Palisades Park, Police Chief George Beck said. Officers found the man matching the description, who later identified himself with a false name and date of birth, Beck...