
Need coffee? Here’s 5 go-to’s in Jersey City
A cafe is a modern-day replacement for a diner.

A cafe is a modern-day replacement for a diner.

This is the scene is a couple of places in Hudson County. Though outdoor dining is open and indoor dining just passed, it’s no doubt that life in Hudson County — and around the world — is now different.

Jersey City — For the last seven years, Janeth Garcia has owned a Herbalife nutrition club on Franklin Avenue in Jersey City Heights. But before the COVID-19 pandemic — hit affecting businesses all-around — Garcia noticed the business wasn’t doing too well. “One of the main reasons was because a

We weren’t always allowed to go outside, or at least, it was advised to do otherwise. Here’s a look back at the emptier and quieter streets in the West Side section of Jersey City in May.

Joy W. is her name and “Be the Difference” is her clothing company. What is her brand you may ask? It’s simple — it is to inspire others. “I want it to be a place anybody who purchases knows they are getting something individual,” she said. “They are getting something

UPDATE: Ja’nisa has been found and is home safe. A missing 16-year-old girl has been circulating around social media, and locals are asking for help. On Tuesday, Black Men United, a local community organization, posted a photo of Ja’nisa, a teenager who they’ve said is missing. “Protect our girls,” they

HUDSON COUNTY — Tomorrow marks a long awaited historic moment for the Black community in Jersey City and Bayonne. Jersey City Mayor Steven Fulop signed an executive order declaring Juneteenth, the day that recognizes the end of slavery in the United States, as an official city holiday on Wednesday. “…

We are highlighting some of our local black-owned companies. If you haven’t already, check out part 1 that focuses on fashion boutiques and online shops. ART: Mari’s Pallets Owned by Afro-Latina, Mariela Hill, her little shop can provide any customized board you’d like for all occasions. IG: marispallets

July 7 — that’s New Jersey’s Primary Election Day, which will help determine who moves on to the General Election in November. One person asked Slice of Culture to show what candidates Hudson County — and New Jersey — will be seeing on their ballots. Here’s the first part of New

Aku Afrika Aku Afrika is bringing culture to Jersey City with clothing and accessories, including leather folding hand fans, made from African fabric. A plus — they also sell shea butter. To shop, check out their Instagram. IG: @akuafrika Art Meets Chaos Need to spice up your denim? Well, Art Meets
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