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Jersey City sits across from Manhattan and covers waterfront development, transit, schools, and city government. Browse the latest local coverage with AI summaries and source links.

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Jersey CityGovernment

This N.J. city has approved a state aid deal that will raise taxes. See how much.

Jersey City has approved a state aid agreement to address a significant financial crisis inherited by Mayor James Solomon. The city faced a $255 million deficit left by the previous administration, requiring a combination of spending cuts, state loan and grant funding, and tax increases on residents. The approved deal will result in an average property tax increase of $612 per year for homeowners as the city works to stabilize its finances.

Via NJ.com Statewide
Jersey CityEducation

For nearly a year, a school’s disabled students and staff had no elevator. The district withheld records that might explain why.

William L. Dickinson High School in Jersey City experienced a significant accessibility crisis when its only elevator in the main building remained non-functional for nearly the entire 2025-2026 school year, affecting students and staff with disabilities. The Jersey City Times investigation revealed that the school district withheld records that could explain the extended outage, raising questions about transparency and accountability regarding facility maintenance and accessibility compliance.

Via Jersey City Times
Jersey CityHealth

Jersey City Medical Center Asks Public to Donate Blood to Alleviate Statewide Shortage

Jersey City Medical Center, operated by RWJBarnabas Health, is urging residents to donate blood and platelets to address a critical statewide and national blood shortage. The hospital system reports that donor participation has declined significantly, creating the most severe supply challenges since the COVID-19 pandemic. The appeal highlights the urgent need for community support to maintain adequate blood inventory for patient care.

Via Jersey City Times
Chef Ryan DePersio's Battello restaurant in Jersey City showcasing homemade mafalde Italian pasta with NYC skyline views
Jersey CityBusiness

Chef Ryan DePersio Is Bringing the Heat to NJ’s Restaurant Scene

Chef Ryan DePersio has established himself as a prominent figure in New Jersey's culinary landscape, operating multiple successful restaurants and expanding his presence with new ventures. Known for his Italian cuisine and television appearances, DePersio divides his time between managing his existing establishments and developing future dining concepts, including sourcing wines directly from Italy for upcoming projects.

Via New Jersey Monthly
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Jersey CityCommunity

Funeral Homes Located in Jersey City

A directory listing of funeral homes in Jersey City, New Jersey, featuring information about local funeral service providers including Evergreen Funeral Home in Journal Square and Garrett Family Mortuary. The guide provides contact details and links to obituary pages and memorial resources for families seeking funeral services in the Jersey City area.

Via River View Observer
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Jersey CityCommunity

Events for Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday, July 9,10,11,12 for Jersey City & Hoboken

A curated listing of community events happening in Jersey City and Hoboken during the weekend of July 9-12, 2026. The schedule includes a World Cup Yoga session at Pier A Park in Hoboken on Thursday morning and the Jersey City Summerfest 2026 concert series at Berry Lane Park on Thursday evening, featuring performer David Cedano. This events guide helps residents plan weekend activities across both Hudson County waterfront communities.

Via River View Observer

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Jersey CityGovernment

This N.J. city has approved a state aid deal that will raise taxes. See how much.

Jersey City has approved a state aid agreement to address a significant financial crisis inherited by Mayor James Solomon. The city faced a $255 million deficit left by the previous administration, requiring a combination of spending cuts, state loan and grant funding, and tax increases on residents. The approved deal will result in an average property tax increase of $612 per year for homeowners as the city works to stabilize its finances.

Via NJ.com Statewide

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Chef Ryan DePersio's Battello restaurant in Jersey City showcasing homemade mafalde Italian pasta with NYC skyline views
Jersey CityBusiness

Chef Ryan DePersio Is Bringing the Heat to NJ’s Restaurant Scene

Chef Ryan DePersio has established himself as a prominent figure in New Jersey's culinary landscape, operating multiple successful restaurants and expanding his presence with new ventures. Known for his Italian cuisine and television appearances, DePersio divides his time between managing his existing establishments and developing future dining concepts, including sourcing wines directly from Italy for upcoming projects.

Via New Jersey Monthly

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