Mack-Cali, Ironstate to Build Apt. Towers on Jersey City Hudson River Waterfront

"A joint venture of Mack-Cali Realty Corp. and Ironstate Development Co. will develop two high-rise towers of about 500 apartment units each in Jersey City, NJ. "


"The companies expect to break ground on the two-year construction in fourth-quarter 2012. The center is comprised of five office buildings, retail shops and several restaurants, is near the Exchange Place PATH station."


http://www.costar.com/News/Article/Mack-Cali-Ironstate-to-Build-Apt-Towers-on-Jersey-City-Waterfront/134219#.TuiffclwLR4.twitter

The Life & Times of Jersey City Mayor Frank Hague: "I Am the Law"

"The Life & Times of Jersey City Mayor Frank Hague shows politics at its deepest level, and each chapter brings new insights into a complex man and the system he created in order to rule the city that made him. The Life & Times of Jersey City Mayor Frank Hague has just been released and is number 1 on Amazon’s Best Sellers in New Biography list. The book is available at most chain book stores such as Barnes & Noble or through Amazon.com"


http://www.pr.com/press-release/374219

Jersey City #10 on 'The Atlantic' list of most artistic U.S. cities

"Jersey City makes it into the top 10 of The Atlantic magazine’s list of most artistic cities in the nation, beating out such hot spots as Miami and Atlanta."


http://www.nj.com/hudson/index.ssf/2011/11/jersey_city_10_on_the_atlantic.html
http://www.theatlanticcities.com/arts-and-lifestyle/2011/11/most-artistic-cities-america/592/#slide3

The Statue of Liberty is getting webcams for her 125th birthday.

Look at the webcam and see Ellis Island and the Statute of Liberty next to the Jersey City Hudson River Waterfront.  On the bottom left of the webcam, there are arrows you can navigate around and see the beautiful Jersey City skyline as well as the Nyc skyline.  Ellis Island, the Statute of Liberty and Jersey City are to the left.  Nyc is to the right.

http://www.earthcam.com/usa/newyork/statueofliberty/?cam=liberty_pano

http://mystateline.com/fulltext-news/?nxd_id=291877

Steven Fulop for Mayor of Jersey City 2013

"City Not For Sale"  Steven Fulop for Mayor of Jersey City 2013.

http://stevenfulop.com/
http://twitter.com/#!/StevenFulop
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Steven-Fulop/155363124486736
http://www.youtube.com/user/FulopCommitment

"Brookfield Office Properties Sells Newport Tower in Jersey City, NJ for Record Price"

"Brookfield Office Properties Inc. (NYSE, TSX: BPO) announced today that it has sold the Newport Tower office building in Jersey City, NJ to Multi-Employer Property Trust (MEPT) for $377.5 million. It is the largest single office asset transaction in the history of New Jersey."


http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20111019006214/en/Brookfield-Office-Properties-Sells-Newport-Tower-Jersey

Untitled Jersey City Project as it airs on FX 10/2 in the 8PM

http://www.fxnetworks.com/untitledjerseycityproject/
and
http://www.youtube.com/user/UJCP

Golden Door International Film Festival of Jersey City Oct. 13 - 16 2011

“What’s A Film Festival?” A note from festival founder Bill Sorvino

"A Film Festival In Jersey City? I Can’t Think of a Better Place! by Craig Goletz"

http://goldendoorfilmfestival.org/

State Of NJ 9/11 Empty Sky Memorial lists the names of the 746 NJ residents lost on 9/11.

You can visit the NJ State 9/11 Empty Sky Memorial at Liberty State Park in Jersey City.  While you are there you can dine at the following restaurants both located at Liberty State Park and within walking distance from the 9/11 memorial, http://maritimeparc.com/ and http://libertyhouserestaurant.com/ .  

You can also make it a weekend trip and and visit Liberty Science Center, http://lsc.org/  Ellis Island, and the Statute of Liberty all located at Liberty State Park in Jersey City NJ.  For information on hotels deals, check the following sites:  http://www.destinationjerseycity.com/hotels/ and http://www.tripadvisor.com/SmartDeals-g46531-Jersey_City_New_Jersey-Hotel-Deals.html .  

There are ferries leaving Liberty State Park on a daily basis going to Ellis Island and the Statute of Liberty.  The address of the park is Liberty State Park 1 Audrey Zapp Drive Jersey City, NJ 07305 (201) 915-3440 or (201) 604-2800.

For more information on Jersey City tourism, visit  http://www.destinationjerseycity.com/ and http://twitter.com/#!/destinationjc .

Monaco Towers' spike in apartment rentals earns Jersey City international recognition

"The Monaco Towers are earning Jersey City international attention via this morning's New York Times online edition due to their recent spike in apartment rentals."


http://www.nj.com/hudson/index.ssf/2011/09/monaco_towers_spike_in_apartme.html
and
http://www.nytimes.com/2011/09/04/realestate/rentals-fly-off-the-shelves.html

CUSHMAN & WAKEFIELD TEAMS WITH HARTZ FOR INDUSTRIAL LEASES

"SECAUCUS/JERSEY CITY, N.J., August 30, 2011 – Working cooperatively with owner Hartz Mountain Industries, Cushman and Wakefield, Inc. has arranged two industrial leases with Samsung and Walong with a combined total of more than 360,000 square feet, with both transactions retaining New Jersey-based operations. Andrew Stypa and Daniel Badenhausen of Cushman & Wakefield represented the tenants in both leases, and Hartz was represented in-house by Gus Milano and Ernest Cristoff."


http://newjersey.realestaterama.com/2011/08/30/cushman-wakefield-teams-with-hartz-for-360000-square-feet-of-industrial-leases-ID0698.html

Jersey City One of The Safest Cities For Drivers!

"On the safer end of the spectrum, here are the 10 cities with the least fatalities per 100,000 population..."


Jersey City, N.J. (2.90)


http://www.firstcoastnews.com/news/article/214647/3/Jacksonville-Listed-Among-Top-15-Dangerous-Cities-for-Drivers

Cushman & Wakefield purchase 2 Journal Square Plaza

" The Cushman & WakefieldMetropolitan Area Capital Markets Group (CMG) arranged the sale of 2 Journal Square Plaza, a nine-story, 325,000-square-foot class A office building in Jersey City, N.J., representing seller Hartz Mountain Industries. "


http://newyorkrealestate.citybizlist.com/18/2011/8/17/CW-Touts-Role-in-78M-Sale-of-Jersey-Citys-2-Journal-Square.aspx

Blue Asset Management Sells Jersey City Property

"Jersey City, NJ, August 15, 2011 --(PR.com)-- Charles Blumenkehl, managing partner of Blue Asset Management, said his company recently sold an apartment building in the West Bergen section of Jersey City, New Jersey. "


http://www.pr.com/press-release/346031

Updates On The Historical Jersey City Reservoir

The Jersey City Reservoir has historical landmark status and is a natural oasis in the Jersey City Heights neighborhood! This is a picture of the proposed open space renovations!  
http://yfrog.com/h8k02nrj

This is the website for more information.
http://new.jcreservoir.org/

Jersey City is ranks #13 in the Entire Nation re: technology!

"How High Tech is Your Hometown? US Cities Ranked by iPad Usage"

http://www.mabertech.net/how-high-tech-is-your-hometown-us-cities-ranked-by-ipad-usage

Jersey City's West Side Redevelopment Plan!

"Bayfront sets in motion the transformation of a key section of Jersey City's west side."

http://www.bayfrontjerseycity.com/west.html

The Hymans and their fight to build luxury condos on the Jersey City Embankment.

Jersey City developer loses bid to have city lawyer barred from Embankment lawsuit
http://www.nj.com/jjournal-news/index.ssf/2011/07/jersey_city_developer_loses_bi.html

The Jersey City Embankment, 
http://www.embankment.org/whitesite/main2.html

Jersey City Homes for Sale!

A listing of homes for sale in Jersey City with: 


1. Sale Price
2. Estimated Price
3. Mortgage Payment
4. Realtor Information
5. Map

http://www.zillow.com/homes/for_sale/Jersey-City-NJ/#{scid=gen-wid-expn}

Jersey City Condos/Apartments Resources

1. Jersey City Condos vs Apartments


2. What to Do When You Consolidate Two Jersey City Apartments into One.

http://www.libertyharbor.com/resources/

Eminent Domain & Redevelopment Projects in Jersey City.

Jersey City Releases New Draft of McGinley Square East Redevelopment Plan
http://www.jerseycityindependent.com/2011/07/20/jersey-city-releases-new-draft-of-mcginley-square-east-redevelopment-plan/

Officials to Break Ground on New $2.2 Million Development in Lafayette Next Week
http://www.jerseycityindependent.com/2011/07/21/officials-to-break-ground-on-new-2-2-million-development-in-lafayette-next-week/

Jersey City Real Estate News

Jersey City Rentals and Condos Resources, http://www.libertyharbor.com/resources/

Downtown Jersey City Real Estate News!

Portside Towers, The Pier, Hudson Point, and 70 Greene,
 http://www.equityapartments.com/new-jersey/jersey-city-apartments.aspx

Downtown Jersey City Real Estate News,
http://downtownjerseycityrealestate.com/

Liberty National Golf Course,
http://www.libertynationalgc.com/

Stop Commuting to Work, Save on Gas & Tolls, Get Home Early!

Here are some websites you should look at if you're interested in moving to Jersey City, located across the Hudson River from Nyc with beautiful views.  You can rent an apartment and pay cheaper rents than in Nyc, and you're only 10 minutes away from Nyc! 

http://www.libertytowersapts.com/
aka  http://twitter.com/libertytowers

http://www.trumpplazaresidences.com/
aka http://twitter.com/trumpjerseycity
http://www.crystalpointcondos.com/
aka http://twitter.com/crystalpoint
http://77hudson.com/
aka  http://twitter.com/77hudson
http://www.cancolofts.com/      
aka  http://twitter.com/CANCOlofts
http://www.jclofts.com/
aka  http://twitter.com/JClofts
http://www.thebeaconjc.com/   
aka  http://twitter.com/TheBeaconJC
http://www.paulushookcondos.com/
aka  http://twitter.com/paulushookjc
http://www.livingonthepark.com/
aka http://twitter.com/livingonthepark
http://flatsat327.com/
aka  http://twitter.com/flatsat327
http://www.dixonmillsjc.com/
aka  http://twitter.com/Dixon_Mills
http://monacojc.com/

aka  http://twitter.com/Monaco_JC
http://newportnj.com/   
aka  http://twitter.com/NewportNJ
http://www.769montgomeryjc.com/

Summer in the City, Jersey City Style!

1. Rent a bicycle and ride your bike thru Hamilton Park & Liberty State Park with views of the Ellis Island, the Statute of Liberty, & Nyc Skyline!  http://easyridersjc.com/

2. Bike JC is dedicated to making Jersey City bike friendly and holds several bike tours during the summer.
http://bikejc.org/

3. Dinner Cruises, Sunset Cocktail Cruises, Sailing Classes, Marina Docks, & Sailing on the Hudson River Jersey Style, from Hudson County down to Sandy Hook or further!
http://libertylandingmarina.com/
http://www.sailtruenorth.com/
http://www.offshoresailing.com/locations/new-york-area/new-jersey.aspx

4. Jersey Fresh Farmers Markets throughout all of Jersey City's different neighborhoods!
http://jerseycitynj.gov/resident.aspx?id=8086

5. YFS Cricket for Charity - 2011 held at Lincoln Park Jersey City NJ.
http://www.sewausa.org/yfs-cricket

6. Every Saturday, Noon till 2pm.  Learn and enjoy the Reservoir with these events:
- Scavenger Hunt
- Fishing
- Planting
- Water Sampling
- Arts and Crafts

http://new.jcreservoir.org/

7. Go Kayaking on the Jersey side of the Hudson River, Schedule 2011!
http://folsp.org/

http://www.folsp.org/events/kayak_schedule_2011.pdf

8. The 7th Annual Outdoor Summer film Series will again take place in Van Vorst Park on Wednesday nights.  http://filmsinvanvorst.com/schedule/

9. FreeWalkers - Walking Tour of Jersey City - Liberty State Park

http://freewalkers.org/events/event/show?id=5318761:Event:16528&xg_source=shorten_twitter


10. Your Urban Groovy Urban Art Community, every Friday 2pm to 8pm.
http://creativegrove.org/default.aspx

11. Listen to Local Bands play for FREE, every Wed. 6pm to 9pm!
http://grooveongrove.com/

12. Annual Cultural Festivals that celebrate the most culturally diverse city on the East Coast per square mile!
http://jerseycitynj.gov/hhs.aspx?id=1440

13. Enjoy Liberty State Park, Liberty Science Center, visit Ellis Island and the Statute of Liberty!
http://www.lsc.org/lsc/visit/offers
http://folsp.org/preservation/LSP_shuttle_bus_FLYER_2011.pdf

14. Summerfest 2011 Free Concerts in Liberty State Park!
http://folsp.org/events/summerfest_2011.pdf

15. Jersey City Soccer for boys and girls! http://www.jerseycitysoccer.org/

16. JC Rock School's 2011 SUMMER Band Camp Sessions are 2-week sessions!
http://www.jcrockschool.com/classes.htm 


17. NJ Summer Camps: Jersey City and surrounding areas! 
http://www.teccs-jc.org/summercamps

18. FREE Concerts in July & August at Owen Grundy Pier!
http://www.cityofjerseycity.com/uploadedFiles/City_Government/Department_of_Health_and_Human_Services/festivals-jazz%20for%20lunch2011.pdf


19.  SummerDanceFest in July and August at Owen Grundy Pier every Thursday!
http://cityofjerseycity.com/uploadedfiles/city_government/department_of_health_and_human_services/division_of_cultural_affairs/summerfest-summer%20dance%20fest-postcard-back-2011pg2.pdf

20. Jersey City celebrates National Night Out 2011 on Aug 2nd!
http://cityofjerseycity.com/uploadedFiles/Homepage/flyer_color_flattened%202011.pdf

Vist Northern NJ state parks! Swimming, camping, fishing & barbecuing allowed! Call ahead for details, http://www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/

And the Jersey Shore is 1 hour's drive away.  Most popular beaches are:  Sandy Hook, Long Branch, Asbury Park, Ocean Grove, Belmar, Point Pleasant, Seaside Heights, Wildwood, and Atlantic City casinos/beaches!  http://www.visitthejerseyshore.com/  or  http://www.newjerseyshore.com/

More options for summer fun close to home!
http://www.thefunplex.com/
http://tomahawklake.com/
http://lomb.com/
http://www.njpalisades.org/
http://www.mountaincreekwaterpark.com/
http://www.lsc.org/
http://www.njmeadowlands.gov/environment/ecotourism.html
http://www.njfair.com/
http://www.medievaltimes.com/lyndhurst.aspx
The Give Me Liberty! See the Statute of Liberty, Ellis Island, & Liberty Science Center for 1 low price!
http://www.lsc.org/lsc/visit/offers

Jersey City's McNair Academy High School

Washington Post High School Challenge ranks Jersey City's McNair Academic #1 in New Jersey

http://www.nj.com/hudson/index.ssf/2011/05/washington_post_high_school_ch.html

The Monaco JC finally opens!

Monaco, New Jersey's tallest residential building, opens in Jersey City!

http://www.monacojc.com/
http://bit.ly/jlvTOE

Jersey City Real Estate News

Liberty Towers
http://www.libertytowersapts.com/

The Beacon JC has beautiful condos and will be building a shopping plaza right inside the condos as well!  http://www.thebeaconjc.com/

The Beacon JC had Justin Nozuka perform Sat. May 7th!
http://www.ticketweb.com/t3/sale/SaleEventDetail?dispatch=loadSelectionData&eventId=3634625&pl=excessdb

Living In The Park Condos in The New York Times.
http://www.nytimes.com/2011/05/08/realestate/08hunt.html?_r=1

Monaco JC construction is almost done, all amenities at your doorstep!  
http://monacojc.com/

America's Smarter Cities & "365 Days Of Green"

Jersey City made the list of "America's Smarter Cities"

http://smartercities.nrdc.org/topic/transportation/jersey-city-new-jersey

 

 

Mayor Healy Announces "365 Days of Green" Campaign to Celebrate Earth Day Everyday
http://jerseycitynj.gov/uploadedFiles/Public_Notices/Press_Releases/365%20Days%20of%20Green%20Press%20Release.pdf

Families find space needed in Jersey City! Real Estate Sale makes NJ History!

Growth Spurt: Families find the space they need in Jersey City!
http://www.nypost.com/p/news/business/realestate/residential/growth_spurt_i1r78YIpovlHWBM1MKqy2I


CUSHMAN & WAKEFIELD CLOSES HIGHEST PRICE PER SQ FT SALE IN NJ HISTORY, IN JERSEY CITY!  
http://newjersey.realestaterama.com/2011/04/14/cushman-wakefield-closes-highest-price-psf-sale-in-nj-history-ID0563.html

Interested in a Single, Two Family, Three Family home, or Investment property.

Popular especially in Downtown Jersey City, near the Hudson River waterfront is:
http://www.movetojerseycity.com/

Jersey City Heights Neighborhood
http://www.cbswensenrealestate.com/

Journal Square Neighborhood
http://www.normanostrow.com/

Multiple College/University Options in Jersey City, NJ

Saint Peter's College, http://spc.edu/
New Jersey City University,  http://www.njcu.edu/
Hudson County Community College,  http://hccc.edu/

Online Phoenix University has a Campus Jersey City!  http://www.phoenix.edu/campus-locations/nj/jersey-city-campus/jersey-city-campus.html

Christa McAuliffe School and St. Anthony's High School both Win National Titles!

Two Schools in Jersey City win National Titles!  Christa McAuliffe School Winner in Disney Environmental Nationwide Competition

http://www.centralavesid.org/pdf/PR_2011_04_08_Reservoir_PS8_contest.pdf

NATIONAL CHAMPS! St. Anthony wins 4th national title, Coach Bob Hurley in the Hall of Fame for more than 1000 WINS!

http://tinyurl.com/5vflpwh

Jersey City made the list of "America's Smarter Cities"

http://smartercities.nrdc.org/topic/transportation/jersey-city-new-jersey

Discover Jersey City

Jersey City Saint Patricks Parade 2011