Fort Hood solider Vanessa Guillen, was murdered, dismembered, set ablaze, and buried by the hands of another former solider, Aaron David Robinson, with the help of his civilian girlfriend, Cecily Aguilar. Robinson, a 20-year-old Army Specialist, had been sexually harassing Guillen, a 20-year old private first class, before he committed the heinous act. According to […]
Introduction to Judaism Beginning Again This Fall!
You’re curious about Judaism and what this 3,000-year-old tradition has to offer you or your family’s life? Welcome. Rabbi Moritt’s Introduction to Judaism class will begin again on Wednesday October 28. Running for 18 weeks, the class will be held on Thursday evenings beginning at 7.30 Open to all, our class is designed for individuals […]
10 BLM Educators to Follow on Social Media
We are constantly seeking more and more opportunities to educate ourselves and continue the conversations around racial injustices. If you’re interested in learning from and supporting educators and activist we compiled a list of 10 individuals on social media who have incredible voices. Starting with our very own founder of Black Men United Nevin Perkins […]
Your Guide to Indoor Dining in New Jersey
This week, Governor Murphy announced that restaurants will be able to open for indoor dining starting September 4th. Restaurants will be able to open with limited capacity, right on time for Labor Day weekend! Guidelines As highlighted by the State of New Jersey, restaurants are expected to follow these policies (along with previously established policies […]
13 online thrift + vintage shops to check out
Looking for new clothes, but don’t want to shop from your usual places? Check out these 10 thrift + vintage shops that you can browse online, along with other sites that provide more options through various sellers. Thrilling View this post on Instagram A post shared by THRILLING (@shopthrilling) Thrilling offers secondhand and vintage clothing […]
Back to School guide: reopening plans, tips, and resources
Amid an ongoing pandemic, we’re seeing schools adjust their reopening plans to accommodate the growing health concerns raised by families and staff alike. If you are unsure of what is to come and want to plan for the upcoming school year, we’ve got you covered with the basics! The JCPS reopening plan The Jersey City […]
How to be a part of City Council’s meeting on the City Budget
On August 25th at 2PM, City Council will be holding a virtual Special Meeting to amend and finalize the municipal budget. The city has received some criticism for providing less than a week’s notice to the public, so local organizations like Solidarity & Mutual Aid JC are working to make this meeting more accessible for […]
City Unveils New Jackson Hill/Greenville Community Park
Mayor Fulop Unveils Brand new State-of-the-art Jackson Hill/Greenville Community Park & Playground, a Decade in the Making Community-Driven Park to replace Troubled Park Space with Upgraded Amenities and Features to Attract Community Engagement JERSEY CITY – Mayor Steven M. Fulop announced today the $2.5 million investment to build the new Bethune Park to enhance accessibility […]
Jersey City Opens New Skate Park with Tony Hawk Foundation Grant
JERSEY CITY – Mayor Steven M. Fulop and the Jersey City Redevelopment Agency (JCRA) were joined by local skateboarding pros for the official grand opening of the Berry Lane Skatepark, funded in part by the Tony Hawk Foundation. At nearly 12,000 square feet, the skatepark is the largest in Jersey City, and the first poured-in-place […]
3 Easy Ways to Get Rid of Plastic for August!
As summer is wrapping up, I know I know I can’t believe it either, now more than ever everyone’s trying to go to the beach and spend time outside (socially distant of course), which also means that comes with the use of more plastic. Soda cans for the park, plastic straws for your favorite Starbucks […]
“The Plant House” – A Jersey City Green Oasis
It’s no secret to the advantages of having plants in your home, not just for decor purposes but for overall wellness. I have a cute little nook in my small JC apartment with a bunch of different sized plants and I love it. Any plant lover will tell you that once you start you can’t […]
10 Things To Prep for A Storm
A big storm is heading out way! Our new youth contributor Kashish Makker wrote a list of 10 Things To Prep for a storm. Better to be safe than sorry! Make an Emergency Kit Just in case an emergency happens and you aren’t able to run to the store – make an emergency kit with […]
Jackson Hill Pop Up Initiative
The Jackson Hill pop-up is an initiative that started pre-lockdown. A very innovative approach to increasing small business presence in Jersey City. Spaces in Pop Up Jackson Hill are 10ft x 10ft converted shipping containers and access is given during business hours as well as an hour before and an hour after. The container village is […]
The Black Shopping Network
The Black Shopping Network is a Black-owned business resource recently launched by Janice McLean DeLoatch to provide operational support and access to small business owners. Not only is it a website with a directory to these small businesses, but it is also a business development platform. Small minority businesses will be able to access resources […]
“We Are Vanessa Guillen”
Demand that Congress direct the Armed Services to investigate rape coverup. We received an email from JC local Noel Rodriguez: On July 12 which marked my 35th birthday I started off the day positive and lighthearted. Sadly, before the day was over I would end it with a heavy heart as that was also the […]
7 COVID-friendly date ideas
We may still be in the midst of a pandemic, but there are definitely safe ways to continue dating and having fun. If you’re trying to find creative ways to spend time with your partner or meet up with a date, here are 7 COVID-friendly date ideas to try. Grab Citi bikes and ride around […]
New gender-neutral restrooms coming to City Hall
As reported by NJ.com, Jersey City is expecting to bring gender-neutral bathrooms to City Hall. During their Wednesday meeting, City Council authorized a contract with Herbst-Musciano, LLC for non-binary, single-occupancy restrooms. City Hall’s restrooms are currently gender-neutral, but the proposed single-occupancy restrooms provide more accessibility to the community. The architecture firm plans to bring non-binary […]
SAVE LIBERTY STATE PARK (again)
I’m frankly sick of writing this shit. SAVE LSP AGAINST PRIVATIZATION. KEEP THE PARK FREE AND GREEN. Before you read the rest of this post please sign this petition!! ASAP. I interviewed Sam Pesin, son of Morris Pesin, the founder of Liberty State Park 5 years ago. “Liberty Park is sacred public land because it […]
New York City’s Reopening
We’ve been venturing to NYC in the last few weeks as an attempt to “travel” and explore. We’ve had the pleasure of enjoying a few outdoor spots safely (post coming soon). I did drive in to the city as to avoid using public transportation. Parking is a breeze. But NYC is very different now. If […]
City officials announce over $7 million in Critical Funding for Struggling Small Businesses
Jersey City’s Latest Boost for Business Owners Help with Lost Revenues and Jobs due to COVID-19 Shutdown; Applications to Open for CARES Act Stimulus Funding JERSEY CITY – Mayor Steven M. Fulop joined Hudson County Executive Tom DeGise today to announce Jersey City as the recipient of nearly $7 million from the initial allocation of […]
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