Sires calls for FCC action on Cable Television and Fox News Corporation dispute
Rep. Albio Sires (D – 13th) has called for federal intervention in the standoff between Cablevision and News Corp./Fox over how much the cable company must pay for News Corp.’s content.
“I am deeply disappointed that today my constituents can no longer see Fox 5 and MY9 television channels on their cable programming. As we are all aware, because of a dispute between cable television and Fox News Corporation, cable viewers are no longer able to watch their programs on these channels.
“It is time for the Federal Communications Commission to get involved in this dispute by bringing both parties together through binding arbitration. As the country’s leading consumer protection agency, only the Federal Communications Commission can ensure that my constituents can continue to enjoy the programs they are accustomed to viewing.”
Quick Chek sub winner
Alan Kahn from Old Bridge, N.J., presented “The Big Bad Bacon Chicken” sub at a competition held at the Bayonne Quick Chek, taking home first place. The sub, which includes grilled chicken, bacon, honey mustard, mushrooms and cheese, edged out other finalists in Quick Chek’s first sub completion held on Oct. 16.
Kahn won $1,500 in Quick Chek gift cards and his sub will be featured as part of the store’s menu.
Local business gets Giant Stadium contract
Bayonne Malachy Mechanical which provides food service equipment, kitchen appliance spare parts, and other kitchen-related equipment, announced that it will be servicing the 82,500 seat New Meadowlands Giant Stadium.
“A special thanks to Governor Christie for creating an environment that is finally becoming favorable to small business, said Richard Farrell, parts manager. “His efforts have really succeeded in improving the economic development here in New Jersey.”
HCCC gets $2.97 million federal grant
The US Department of Education has awarded a $2.97 million grant to Hudson County Community College (HCCC). The college was selected for the award from the Title V — Hispanic-Serving Institutions competitive grants program titled “Building a 21st Century Community College.”
Hudson County Community College President Dr. Glen Gabert said the funding — which will be provided over a five-year period — will be dedicated to two major initiatives: first, expanding access and increasing student success and persistence through the establishment of a Center for Distance Education; and second, strengthening the capacity of the college’s mathematics and technology programs.
“The college has been making huge strides in improving our technologies and making it more convenient for everyone to take courses via distance learning. Thanks to this grant, we will be able to make a giant leap forward in this area and we will also be able to enhance our studies in the Health, Science and Technology Division. We are grateful to Sen. Robert Menendez and Congressman Albio Sires for championing the College for this award,” Dr. Gabert said.