A new ShopRite, more than 20,000 square feet larger than the former Jersey City location, is open in Hudson Exchange. (Photo courtesy of Wakefern Food Corporation)
As the weather continues to change, so does the news and new developments throughout Hudson County. You can catch it in this week’s new roundup.
Join This Jersey City Heights Halloween Trail
LilCo (the Little Heights Collective), CASID (Central Avenue SID) and HEWS (Heights Entrepreneurial Women’s Society) is organizating a Heights Halloween Trail to make it easier for families to find decorations, costumes and candy in the neighborhood.
Homes and businesses are welcome to sign up. The best home or business will win a prize.
You can sign up here by Thursday, Oct. 22. A map will be completed and shared.
Plan Your Route In This Jersey City/Hoboken Area
Extended roadwork is happening from 14th Street in Jersey City to Harrison Street in Hoboken, near the Jersey City-Hoboken border, according to the state Department of Environmental Protection.
The project is to improve Jersey Avenue and include utility connections, milling and paving and new striping.
Since this roadwork has been extended, the planned full closure of Grove Street in that area will be postponed to early November, the city of Hoboken said, according to Patch.
Celebrate This Bayonne Restaurant’s Anniversary With Special Three Course Meal
Adour Bistro is celebrating their anniversary all October long and is offering a special price for their prix fixe menu.
You can grab a $35 three-course meall at the French-Italian restaurant on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. During their weekend brunch, you can also enjoy a free mimosa on Saturdays and Sundays.
Book your spot by calling the restaurant at 201-243-6269 or reserving a table online.
Jersey City Trunk Or Treat Looking For Volunteers
Kali’s Kaliente is looking for volunteers for their Trunk or Treat on Saturday, Oct. 31 from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Lincoln Park outside of the Gallo Center.
There will be costumes, candy and music.
“Let’s give back to our community [and] something for the kids,” Marcia Kalicharan wrote on Facebook.
To volunteer, you can call or text 201-494-0027.
New ShopRite Opens In Downtown Jersey City
A new ShopRite location opened last week at 99 Provost Street inside a space in Everton, a residential tower in the Hudson Exchange Place area.
It is reportedly 20,000 square feet larger than the ShopRite of Metro Plaza, located at 400 Marin Boulevard. The new location is to replace the longtime storefront, which is now reportedly closed.
According to NJ.com, “shoppers can use ticketless parking on two parking decks through a mobile app. The store also has four passenger elevators, three escalators, two cart movers and Caper Carts and offers a registered dietitian and nutrition counseling.”
Everton’s developer, BGRE and G&S Investors, boasted about the new supermarket’s location.
“Delivering more than 800 new residences alongside a flagship grocer and strong mix of neighborhood serving retail is an exciting milestone,” said Frank Frallicciardi, BGRE’s senior vice president of development.”
It’ll be open from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily.
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Jersey City Hospital Needs Help Identifying Patient
Jersey City Medical Center posted earlier this month that they’re requesting assistance in identifying a male patient who’s been in their care since July.
The hospital posted on social media that they are looking to reconnect this patient with his loved ones, but he is “currently confused and unable to provide his name, demographic information or any details about his family or next of kin.”
The patient was brought to the hospital after falling outside of a local supermarket, which the hospital has not specified.
The medical center asks if anyone recognizes the individual to contact the Jersey City Police Department or Jersey City Medical Center’s Security Department at 201-915-2045.
Residents Ask For Justice For ‘Courthouse Park’
In October 2024, Hudson County unveiled the new Honorable Frank J. Guarini Justice Complex, which sits tall across from 595 Newark Avenue or the Administration Building, which carries out different county cases.
Throughout the project process, then-Jersey City Mayor Steve Fulop and officials said that 595 Newark Avenue would be turned into “Courthouse Park,” filling in the greenspace gap in that area of Journal Square.
But according to website vacate595.com, Hudson County is “proposing to move Brennan Courthouse personnel into 595 for up to two years while Brennan undergoes heating and cooling repairs.”
“Brennan needs repairs, but the solution should not be to refill a building the County committed to vacating. Every additional month that 595 stays an active courthouse facility pushes the park further into the future, increases potential costs, and puts the project at greater risk,” the website reads.
Residents urge those who want Courthouse Park to fill out this form and send a letter to Hudson County Commissioners to keep their promise.
Hudson County Clerk Makes History
Hudson County Clerk E. Junior Maldonado was recently named the president of the Constitutional Officers Association of New Jersey (COANJ), which also makes him the first Latino to be in the position.
“It is an absolute honor and privilege for me to be selected to lead as the President of an organization of offices so vital to our state and its 9.5 million residents,” Maldonado said in a press release. He’s also the first Jersey City-elected official and second Hudson County representative to be chosen for the role.
“Each constitutional office faces its own unique challenges serving New Jersey constituents every day… Together, we are truly greater than the sum of our parts, and it is through this unity that our organization remains both relevant and lasting.”
Since 1920, COANJ has been the formal organization of New Jersey County Clerks and Registers, Sheriffs and Surrogates who work to improve services in their respective counties.
Hudson County Welcomes 2026 Sports Hall Of Fame Inductees
On Oct. 8, Hudson County welcomed 14 inductees and two special award recipients whose “achievements have left a lasting mark” on the county.
“Hudson County has always been home to extraordinary talent, and this year’s Hall of Fame class is a testament to the determination, resilience and passion that define our communities,” said Hudson County Executive Craig Guy in a statement.
“These athletes have not only made history in their respective sports but have inspired generations of young people to dream bigger and work harder. As we celebrate their accomplishments, we are also reaffirming our commitment to creating opportunities for the next generation of Hudson County champions. Through initiatives like our Sports in Education Program, we are making sure that we continue to invest in the young people who will carry them forward.”
Among the inductees were members of the 1966 West New York American Little League team, who were the first Hudson County team to march through the Little League World Series (LLWS). At the Oct. 8 event, the Bayonne Little League—who made history in this year’s LLWS—welcomed the West New York team to the stage and showed their respect and recognition of their accomplishment 60 years ago.
Slice of Culture will be sharing a recap video of the event soon.
Loew’s Theatre To Reopen Next Month
Jersey City posted that “the largest segment of the Loew’s Jersey Theatre marquee was lifted into place overnight,” marking the movement on its ongoing renovations. The large “segment” refers to the theatre’s new sign, which replicates the original one from Sept. 28, 1929.
“Another step closer to the restored building opening in November!” the city wrote on NextDoor.
The renovation project has been underway for three years, and cost around $72 million to revitalize the historical landmark.
The theatre is set to re-open on Nov. 13 and Nov. 14. It is looking to be an entertainment hub in New Jersey, with shows already lined up including a stop by actor and comedian Jimmy O. Yang.
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