N.J. health inspectors say they were again denied full access to Delaney Hall
For the second time in the last two months, New Jersey health inspectors were not allowed to conduct a full inspection of Delaney Hall in Newark, state officials said Wednesday. This time, the inspection was scheduled ahead of time, as GEO Group, the company that owns the immigration detention center,...
Another NJ mall is gone for good — and it won’t be the last...
The closure of Livingston Mall marks the end of an era, as it joins the ranks of New Jersey's 'zombie malls', transitioning to new spaces.
Every Meal At This Iconic New York Restaurant Comes With A Complimentary Plate Of...
Tucked along the charming cobblestone stretch of Mulberry Street in Manhattan’s Little Italy, Da Nico Ristorante has earned a legendary reputation for more than just its classic red-sauce Italian cooking. One of the most beloved surprises at this iconic spot is the complimentary plate of zeppole — warm, pillowy fried d
War of words in Jersey City over massive budget deficit
Jersey City Mayor James Solomon says his city's $255 million budget shortfall was caused by the shortfalls of the previous administration.
Hudson commissioners OK $769M budget with varying tax hikes per municipality
The Hudson County Board of Commissioners yesterday voted unanimously (9-0) to approve a $1.3 million budget amendment, before voting 7-2 to adopt a $769,767,256.62 county budget that has varying tax impacts depending on the municipality. “As county executive, I have prioritized investing in services for the most vulner
Services Set For Transit Union Leader Killed In North Bergen Father’s Day Murder Suicide
A transit union leader killed in a North Bergen shooting on Father's Day is being remembered by colleagues as a dedicated advocate and friend. Manuel A. Colon, 61, was killed on Paterson Plank Road near 14th Street in North Bergen on Sunday, June 21, according to the Hudson County Prosecutor Wayne M…
Hudson County corrects error that allowed vendor to spend nearly 2x their contract
The Hudson County Board of Commissioners corrected a clerical error that nearly doubled the amount of a contract awarded to a vendor, approving a measure adding over $675,000 to make the contract equal to what was entered into the county’s financial system. The governing body voted 8-0(1) to approve...
Newark Marriott To Host World Soccer Final Watch Party July 19 With DJs and...
Worldcast Live will throw a World Soccer Final Watch Party on July 19 at the Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott. Doors open at 11 a.m. and close at 9 p.m. The venue sits at 1 Hotel Road in Newark, New Jersey. The party features LED wall viewing rooms, DJs from...
New Research: How to be Happier in New York City
It doesn’t matter if you live in Brooklyn or Manhattan. You don’t even need a six-figure salary to be happy. You just need family, community and nature, according to a new study. People in communities with little or no money are actually happier than those earning six-figure sums...
Renaissance Principal Lands New District Role as Montclair School Faces Closure
While Montclair’s Renaissance at Rand Middle School will cease operating as the public school district converts the building into a pre-K facility, its popular principal, Maria Francisco, will remain in a new role. Superintendent Ruth B. Turner announced Francisco’s appointment to the role of Principal on Special Assig
