Jersey City School Board Faces Scrutiny Over $1 Billion Budget Amid Reduced State Aid

Overview: During a recent Jersey City School Board meeting, the primary focus was the public budget hearing for the 2025-2026 school year, which proposed a $1,027,273,122 budget.

Bayonne’s St. Andrew’s Church to Reopen with $3 Million in Repairs

Overview: The recent Bayonne City Council meeting brought good news for the local community as it was announced that St. Andrew’s Church will be reopening after the archdiocese allocated $3 million for necessary repairs. This development was welcomed by the council members. The mayor expressed a positive outlook.

Hoboken City Council Approves Western Edge Redevelopment Ordinance Amid Public Debate

Overview: The Hoboken City Council approved ordinance B754, concerning the Western Edge redevelopment area. The ordinance, which had been previously reviewed and approved by the planning board, was the sole action item on the agenda, with other items postponed to May 2025. Public comments reflected both support and significant concern about the ordinance’s implications.

Community Voices Resonate as Jersey City Residents Challenge Proposed Development

Overview: During a recent Jersey City Zoning Board meeting, the community’s apprehensions over a proposed development on Ocean Avenue took center stage. Residents voiced strong opposition, particularly concerning the proposed 60-unit apartment complex and its implications for neighborhood dynamics, affordability, and infrastructure.

Jersey City Council Faces Heated Debate Over Israeli Flag Raising Amidst Calls for Local Accountability

Overview: The recent Jersey City Council meeting was dominated by discussions around a planned flag-raising ceremony for Israel, which drew significant opposition from community members who connected the event to broader geopolitical issues. Concurrently, the council grappled with local governance concerns, including tenant safety and the appointment process for an interim Ward B council member.