South African author reads her book to Jersey City children (PHOTOS)
South African author Eleni Theodorou visited the children of the York Street Project this week for an interactive reading of her book, "Noko the Knight." The children's book centers on Noko, a young crested porcupine in South Africa who struggles to deal with the news that a new baby is joining his family. "This is the first of a series of therapeutic African children's tales which I am writing, and it is being used in schools, libraries and children's hospitals, gaining wonderful attention he..>> view originalJersey City appeal in reval case may hinge on contract change city ...
JERSEY CITY — With a judge's decision looming in the breach-of-contract trial between Jersey City and Realty Appraisal Co., the city has latched onto a new argument for why the contract should not be honored. Two months after Realty Appraisal was awarded a contract in 2011 to perform the citywide revaluation, city officials added a one-paragraph addendum that was not approved by the City Council. The change, city spokeswoman Jennifer Morrill said yesterday, was "illegal." "The tax assessor und..>> view originalCar accident downs 2 poles in Jersey City (PHOTOS)
Two poles and a fire hydrant were knocked down during a one-car accident on Montgomery Street in Jersey City this morning. No one was injured in the accident that occurred in front of Ferris High School, but traffic was closed on Montgomery Street for a short while, freelance photographer Joe Shine said. Just before 9 a.m., a 22-year-old Jersey City man was driving west on Montgomery Street when his brakes failed. To avoid hitting another vehicle, he swerved onto the sidewalk at Montgomery a..>> view originalMan charged with attempted arson in Downtown Jersey City
MichaelRios.jpg Michael Rios, 54, appears in court in Jersey City today, Feb. 25, 2016, on charges he violated a restraining order at a Downtown Jersey City residence and attempted to commit arson at the location. JERSEY CITY -- A 54-year-old Jersey City man has been charged with violating a restraining order and attempted to start a fire in front of a Downtown residence. Michael Rios of St. Pauls Avenue is charged with going to..>> view originalJersey City killer facing long sentence tomorrow for armed robberies
JERSEY CITY -- A 58-year-old killer with a lengthy and horrendous criminal record will face another long prison term when he is sentenced tomorrow on two counts of armed robbery, officials said. Based on the plea deal, Angelo Harris -- formerly of the Montgomery Gardens public housing complex in Jersey City -- will face 16 years on each of the armed robbery counts, but the terms will be served concurrently. He must serve more than 13.5 years in prison before becoming eligible for parole at the..>> view originalGunman arrested in Jersey City man's murder, authorities say
Rakeem Johnson was arrested on various charges in connection with the December homicide, authorities said. (File photo) NEWARK รข€” Authorities have arrested an Irvington man in connection with the December fatal shooting of a man in Newark. Rakeem Johnson, 35, has been charged with murder, felony murder, robbery, and weapons charges in connection with the Dec. 22 death of Abner Dominguez, 36, of Jersey City, Acting Essex County Prosecutor Carolyn A. Murray and Newark Public Safety Director An..>> view originalSuccessful Jersey City native's return to entertain seniors a highlight ...
One of the highlights of the holiday season was attending a musical presentation for senior citizens at the Cusack Center in Jersey City, given by Robert Rucinski. Robert grew up in Jersey City and attended St. Nicholas Grammar School and St. Peter's Prep High School before leaving the area to attend the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Cambridge, Massachusetts. At MIT, Robert majored in chemical engineering and minored in music. Robert's interest in music had its origins early in life..>> view original'American Diner Revival' makes over Jersey City's El Cabanal
american-diner-revival.jpeg Ty Pennington and Amanda Freitag will make over Jersey City's El Cabanal in Friday night's episode. (Food Network) Yet another Jersey diner gets a makeover courtesy of Amanda Freitag, Ty Pennington and the Food Network's "American Diner Revival." The makeover show targets Jersey City's El Cabanal on Friday night's episode. The down-on-its-luck diner has hit a rough patch br..>> view originalJersey City police and former N.J. Devils to take ice for benefit ...
Jersey City Police's hockey fundraiser The Jersey City Police's hockey team, the Enforcers, facing off against a New Jersey Devils Alumni team for the Marc DiNardo Memorial Hockey Game in 2009. On Feb 27, the Enforcers will play the Lewiston Police Department of Maine, to fundraise for two military and law enforcement foundations. Courtesy of Jersey City The Jersey City Police Department and two former New Jersey Devils will lace ..>> view originalHamilton House launches in Jersey City with modern rentals and ...
Leasing is underway at Hamilton House in downtown Jersey City where The Shuster Group has delivered a boutique, amenity-rich rental building featuring generous living spaces desired in Jersey City, but rarely found in today’s new construction marketplace. Initial occupancy is scheduled for March 1. photo courtesy of shuster Development The rooftop terrace is set against a view of Manhattan and features a garden area and grilling stations. Located at 255 Brunswic..>> view original
Friday, February 26, 2016
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