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The Quarantine Diary: Hudson County

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.

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The Quarantine Diary: Jersey City

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.

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Community seeking help to find 16-year-old girl

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

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Jersey City and Bayonne to Honor Juneteenth

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.  “…

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Black Owned Businesses: Fashion

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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Filipinos around the globe fear anti-terrorism bill in Philippines

This is a developing story and will be updated with new information. Check back later for more. President Rodrigo Duterte has approved the Anti-Terrorism bill on Friday despite concerns stated by the United Nations and online protests. This law will create an anti-terror council to carry out arrests of accused

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Jersey City BLM Protest — June 6, 2020

Black Lives Matter. Jersey City, NJ. 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.       ‘                 On Saturday, June 6, hundreds of protestors gathered in front of City Hall in Downtown Jersey City.                    

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Hudson County officers take a knee with protestors

It’s been a week since stand-offs between protestors and police officers have surged in several demonstrations nationwide following George Floyd’s death. But that didn’t seem to be the case in Hudson County. Jersey City and Union City organizers marched alongside rally members and continued to demand justice and peace for

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