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See how the Hudson County community is coming together in different ways plus updates on local news in Hoboken, Bayonne and Jersey City.
Last Call! Sign Up For This Local Domestic Violence Awareness Art And Performance Showcase
Golden Light Poetry is teaming up with Jersey City’s Incontro Caffé to “share our stories of triumph, resilience, healing and fortitude” in honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, which is in October.
The showcase is seeking poets, artists, dancers and musicians.
“No matter what part of the healing stage you or loved ones might be experiencing, we want to hear from you,” read their post.
To sign up, fill out this form.
The event is scheduled for Oct. 17 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Incontro’s space at 351 Summit Avenue.
Calling All Cosplay Lovers! This Cosplay Fundamental Series Is Now Open For Registration
Kage Kickback is partnering with Jersey City Free Public Library for a free six-week Adult Cosplay Fundamentals series at three different library branches!
This series is open to all—whether you’re looking to upgrade your Halloween costume or if you want to boost up your cosplay for the upcoming New York Comic-Con—this beginner-friendly course will give you hands-on tips and foundational skills.
Although this series is free, spots are limited. RSVP is required for every date that you wish to participate in.
If you can’t attend all classes, sign up for the ones you can. Every participating branch has its own 6-week series.
You can RSVP by choosing your date and branch here.
Here’s Your Update On The Hoboken Boil Water Advisory
Last week, Hoboken was the subject of a “boil water” advisory due to a major water main break. Then, this past Monday, a localized boil water advisory was issued for western parts of Hoboken. That Monday boil water advisory was lifted on Wednesday.
“As a precaution, customers near the main break site (between 6th & 10th Sts, from Adams to Marshall) were advised to boil tap water before use. We are pleased to report that the repairs have been completed and subsequent water quality testing shows the water quality meets all regulatory standards,” Veolia Water—which was formerly SUEZ Water—said in a statement.
To ensure safety measures, the water company recommends:
- Running water faucets for three to five minutes
- Emptying and cleaning automatic ice makers and water chillers
- Draining and refilling your hot water heater if the temperature is set below 113 degrees.
On Friday morning, Veolia Water stated that they are “aware of the minor leaks on Newark and Garden [Streets].” They will be coordinating valve replacement with the City of Hoboken and Office of Emergency Management within the coming days.
According to a report posed on local.nixle.com, much of Hoboken’s water infrastructure is “over 100 years old,” making it fragile and prone to breaking. Hoboken has already replaced nearly five miles of water mains, and is projected to replace another 29,000 linear feet by the end of 2025.
To stay up to date, you can follow @CityofHoboken and @HobokenOEM on X.
Do You Know Someone Who Deserves A Makeover? Nominate Them Here!
Glamming The Warrior is now accepting video submissions nominating someone who deserves to be honored, uplifted and celebrated!
You can nominate someone you know for a makeover and wellness experience.
The deadline to submit your nomination is Sept. 30. You can submit your video at the link by filling out this form.
Say Hello To This New Irish-Mexican Restaurant In Jersey City
The Hudson Hound has been replaced.
San Patricios officially opened its doors in Jersey City on Friday. Located at 8 Erie Place, it boasts a blend of Ireland and Mexico, reportedly inspired by the Irish and Mexican connection during the Mexican-American War in the mid-1800s.
The pub and cantina also gets its name from the San Patricio Battalion, a group of mostly Irish soldiers who fought alongside Mexico during the war.
“Our team has done a stellar job of weaving together these two heritages, to both celebrate their overlap and their distinctive elements–we’re proud to open our doors and share it with the community,” Director of Operations Laura Torres told Jersey Digs.
The food will display a combination of bocadillos, tacos, corned beef tacos, ham and cheese torta with Irish cheddar, smoked ham, queso fresco, tomato, lettuce, onion and pickled jalapeños.
To find out more about them you can visit their Instagram page here.
Hoboken Is Looking For Somebody To Design A T-Shirt
The Hoboken Happy Hours are launching their first-ever t-shirt design contest for the ninth annual Hoboken Pizza Fest, which will take place on Nov. 15.
Instructions for the contest include:
- Design a fun and creative Pizza Fest tee
- Send your submission to [email protected]
The winner will receive four VIP tickets to Pizza Fest along with an $100 gift card to a participating pizzeria.
The deadline to submit your design is Friday, Oct. 3 at 11:59 p.m.
Help Bring Back Monticello’s Fall Festival
The Common Earth Company needs help for their upcoming Monticello Fall Festival in Jersey City.
The festival is in its third year and is expected to take place on Sunday, Oct. 19 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 99 Monticello Avenue. But to lock in the day, they need some donors and volunteers.
They are looking for monetary donations to help cover DJ, photographer, decor, artist fees, event logistics, pumpkins, street closure costs, supplies and refreshments. The suggested range is between $150 to $500.
They are also looking for volunteers to not just help bring the fall crafts, but also help transform the block into a space for the community, connection and joy.
The festival will include:
- Pumpkin patch
- Craft tables
- Face painting
- Photo booth
- DJ
- Food
- Library card registration
There will also be an “enhanced” Trunk-a-Treat, Fire Truck and new interactive family fun stations. The festival is expected to occupy Monticello Avenue between Harrison Avenue and Brinkerhoff Street.
To donate or volunteer, you can email [email protected]. For more information, you can also reach out to @millicent_ansah24 and @thecommonearthcompany on Instagram.
Meet The Artist Behind This Year’s J. Owen Grundy History Award
Duquann Sweeney has been awarded this year’s J. Owen Grundy Award for his “We Outside” photography project and public space exhibition.
His award-winning project, We Outside, showcases stories into a public space at Newport Mall. An installation is also in the works for the Grove Street Plaza.
Along with his art, he is also the founder of The Royal Men Foundation, a nonprofit founded in 2012 dedicated to community uplift.
Sweeney is a Jersey City native and a self-taught photographer who was born and raised in Bergen-Lafayette neighborhood.
You can view Sweeney’s work here.
New Communipaw Luxury Apartment Is Accepting Applications
Applications for 500 Communipaw Avenue are now open until Nov. 7 in Jersey City.
The affordablehousingjc.com lists the property as Jersey City resident-preferred and ADA accessible. At the time of this writing, it also lists the following apartments are available:
- Four one-bedrooms
- One two-bedrooms
- One three-bedrooms
The building was in the works back in 2021 and proposed plans of 71 total units, with just six of those set aside for affordable housing with “moderate incomes,” Jersey Digs previously reported.
The Jersey City Landmarks Conservancy reportedly pushed for preservation of a parking lot and an Art Deco building from the 1920s and had ties to known Mayor Frank Hague. But now the new apartment building has taken its place.
According to the application link, the pricing initially shown is at $1,874 and $2,788.
Bayonne Family Declines Settlement After Two Sons Drown In School Pool
The family of two Bayonne brothers who drowned in the Lincoln Community School pool on June 9, 2022 are not accepting a settlement offer from the Board of Education, their attorney told Hudson County View.
The BOE offered a $14 million settlement, which when broken down, is an offer of $7 million for brothers Jack Jiang and Chu Ming Zheng.
“My clients will absolutely not accept these offers as they do not represent fair or full compensation for the inestimable, horrific and totally preventable damages caused by the gross negligence and recklessness of the BBOE and the management of the Lincoln School Pool that resulted in both boys drowning and the destruction of an entire family,” said Daryl Zaslow, the attorney for the brothers.
“As per this issue, the conduct of the Defendants went well beyond mere negligence, as they acted with a reckless disregard for the lives of Chu Ming and Jack, and for the safety of all the patrons of the Lincoln School Pool, and then several Defendants patently lied to the police and detective who were conducting their investigation how these boys both drowned. As such, Plaintiffs will almost certainly be entitled to an award of punitive damages.”
The two former Bayonne High School students’ estate filed a $100 million tort claim—or monetary compensation—back in June 2022, which was two weeks after the fatal drownings happened.
Bayonne school officials have not provided a statement on the decline, but according to Hudson County View, the district usually does not comment on uncertain litigation.
You Can Nominate Any New Jersey Entrepreneur For The 2026 National Small Business Week Awards
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has officially opened nominations for the 2026 National Small Business Week Awards, which is open for all small businesses across the country.
“During National Small Business Week, we honor America’s job creators and the vital role they play in making our country the greatest in the world,” SBA Administrator Kelly Loeffler said in a statement.
“From farms to factories, hardworking small businesses are the engine of our economy, the heartbeat of local communities, and the foundation of our nation’s strength. Thanks to our free enterprise system, small businesses power generational opportunity and economic growth. With the America First agenda, they are a key part of a historic comeback that is renewing the promise of the American Dream.”
If you are interested in nominating a small business in your area, you can do so here.
All nominations must be submitted by 7 a.m. on Dec. 8. National awards will be presented during a ceremony in Washington, D.C., next May during National Small Business Week.
A business owner from each of the 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands and Guam will be selected for State Small Business Person of the Year awards.
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