
Jersey City’s Loew’s Alleyway Shortcut May Close
The city plans a Loew’s Alley closure for up to two years while renovating the historic building. Residents are concerned it will cause increased commute times.

The city plans a Loew’s Alley closure for up to two years while renovating the historic building. Residents are concerned it will cause increased commute times.

“I only played four games, but I think my biggest thing is that I wanted to experience winning a game as a Peacock [with Saint Peter’s]. And, you know, I did.”

“I can bring the fact that I’ve lived here all my life and [my] wisdom comes from experience. I’ve had triumph, I’ve had tragedy,” Bill O’Dea said. “… We used to say the time is now, [but] now we say it’s now or never.”

Mario Costa, owner of the diner which has been open since 1946, says he’s thrilled to have his business chosen for Bob Dylan’s biopic. “Oh I love it,” Costa told Slice of Culture. “It’s history, you know? … and it’s good for the diner. We’ve been here forever.”

“I started to write again and attend different open mics. After I had started to organize my own children events and my own community events. I thought to myself I could create a space where many poets will feel welcomed,” said Mocha Mic With Millie.

“All the familiar faces, it becomes like more family than customers,” Mendes said. “Just makes it more homey.”

“People of color are very proud of where they come from…I think that’s part of our culture–the fact that this is ours, and Hudson County, there’s just something special about it… I think we learn to love where we’re from…,” Vargas told Slice of Culture.

While the project is already underway with a $50 million budget, many people on opposing sides have been chiming in on what the new Liberty State Park should look like and offer.

How will Universal Music Group’s catalog removal on TikTok affect independent artists and the music industry as a whole? Local musicians and producers weigh in.

We’ve has gathered ideas to make sure you host the best Galentine’s Party this year. But, if you don’t want to host, there are plenty of going out options around Hudson County.
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