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Hoboken Planning Board approves 420-unit, 2-building complex at Poggi Press site
The Hoboken Planning Board approved a 420-unit, two-building complex, which will be 10 percent affordable housing, at the Poggi Press site at last night’s meeting. The site had been earmarked for what Mayor Ravi Bhalla initially called a public safety headquarters at his 2022 State of the City Address, which quickly evolved into an up to $192.5 million municipal complex.
Macy's 4th of July Fireworks 2024: Street closures, entry points, more
NEW YORK CITY - Thousands of people are set to gather in New York City for the 48th annual Macy's 4th of July Fireworks Show. The fireworks will launch from the Hudson River for the first time in 10 years. NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JULY 04: Drones perform a...
Three of the dirtiest cities in America are here in NJ
When we tell outsiders where we’re from, we all get the eye roll. We’ve all heard the Jersey dis about smokestacks, pollution, litter, and grime. No one ever thinks of farmland, the gorgeous lakes and mountains, the Jersey shore, the hiking trails, the nature. All we ever hear about is the dirty reputation, which just isn’t warranted or fair.
This summer, swimming is free at state parks in New York
During this summer, you can enjoy swimming at pools located in New York state parks, including two in New York City, without any fee. Governor Kathy Hochul declared on Tuesday that the state park swimming pool entry fees will be waived for the remainder of the season in New York. This move is part of the “Get Offline, Get Outside” initiative that aims to promote outdoor activities for children.
Jersey City Invites Public to Free Fourth of July Concert and Festival
JERSEY CITY, NJ – The public is invited to come out and celebrate Independence Day in Jersey City with an exciting lineup for the 2024 Fourth of July Festival and Concert, Mayor Steven Fulop reminded potential attendees. The City bills this year’s celebration as bigger and better than ever, with an entertainment-packed day of family-friendly activities, dazzling fireworks over the Hudson River, and performances by international superstars Funk Flex, Fat Joe, and Wyclef Jean.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The Independence Day festivities start at noon with a street fair featuring more than 80...
NYC, state officials reveal free ways to get kids off their phones and outside: ‘Don’t scroll through life’
City and state officials urged New York parents Tuesday to get their kids off their phones and outside — and they gave a few suggestions on how to do it. Gov. Kathy Hochul announced that pools at New York’s state parks will be free to all for the rest of the summer — including at Jones Beach on Long Island, Riverbank State Park in Manhattan, Roberto Clemente State Park Pool in The Bronx and Bear Mountain in the Hudson Valley. The state will also chip in $1.5 million in transportation grants to help get disadvantaged kids to swim lessons at the pools,...
Rudy Giuliani disbarred in New York for falsehoods about 2020 election
Washington — Rudy Giuliani, who served as former President Donald Trump's personal attorney, was disbarred from practicing law in New York on Tuesday after he was found to have spread falsehoods about the integrity of the 2020 presidential election.A New York appeals court concluded that Giuliani is disbarred effectively immediately and ordered his name "stricken from the roll of attorneys and counselors-at-large" in the state. The court also ordered Giuliani to "desist and refrain" from practicing law in any form, appearing as an attorney before any court or judge, offering legal advice or "holding himself out in any way as...
Important Firework Rules To Know in Jersey City Ahead Of July 4th
JERSEY CITY, NJ- Jersey City is reminding residents how to safely use and enjoy fireworks ahead of Fourth of July Celebrations. Sparklers are safe to use, according to the City.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER But when it comes to other fireworks, the City reminds residents not to disturb the peace. Launching aerial fireworks is illegal in New Jersey. The City especially warned against the use of any kind of fireworks in municipal parks. The City also advised residents not to possess or sell illegal fireworks this Fourth of July. For any questions, contact the Municipal Prosecutor at prosecutor@jcnj.org with questions.DOWNLOAD THE FREE TAPINTO APP FOR MORE LOCAL NEWS. AVAILABLE IN THE APPLE STORE AND THE GOOGLE PLAY STORE. To report illegal fireworks use, contact the Jersey City Police Department at 201-547-5477. To report illegal fireworks sales, call 201-547-4900. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
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