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Hospitals in Hudson County over the last year have become a bellwether of the future of medical care – not just in Hudson County, but perhaps throughout the nation. Faced with the challenge of providing health services in an environment of increased competition and reduced reimbursement rates from insurance companies and providers, hospital networks will …

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The 2014 Bayonne municipal budget has been introduced, and it features a zero percent tax increase, according to city officials. The $137.7 million budget and tax resolution were approved by the City Council on Wednesday, March 19. The public hearing will be held on Wednesday, April 9, following the council caucus meeting at 3:30 p.m. …

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Bayonne residents will have upgraded athletic facilities and more leisure activities during the balance of the year, as part of the city’s ongoing commitment to providing Bayonne youth with the best sports and recreation opportunities, according to city officials. Mayor Mark Smith announced that major renovations are planned for Don Ahern Veterans Memorial Stadium and …

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Bayonne is back on track when it comes to business and development. That’s what many are saying about the city’s future. New businesses have shown a strong interest in the city within the last year. Total Safety Company (TSC) moved to Bayonne, bringing more than 100 new jobs. Other businesses that have opened here include …

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Amalgamated Transit Union endorses Mayor Mark Smith’s re-election The Mark Smith for Mayor Campaign has been endorsed by the Amalgamated Transit Union International, the largest transportation union in the country, representing more than 190,000 members in 44 states. “Mayor Mark Smith and his team believe in and share our core values,” said Amalgamated Transit Union …

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On March 13, Michael Alonso and his crusade for an elected Board of Education took a strong hit from the City Clerk’s office, which rejected the petition Alonso submitted on March 4. City Clerk Robert Sloan discovered that of the 1,759 names and signatures submitted, only 1,108 were voters found to be legally registered in …

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They will not be denied. At least that’s what Bayonne Tenants Organization (BTO) members say when it comes to getting their rent control initiative on the May 13 ballot, according to Chairman Ed Gilligan. Gilligan has been among those spearheading the effort to bring back the type of rent control that existed in Bayonne for …

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Performing in a high school musical, making friends, and enjoying the camaraderie can be enough for most students. But these students are also learning about themselves during rehearsals of “Hairspray the Broadway Musical,” the Bayonne High School Drama’s spring production. Set in 1962 Baltimore, “Hairspray” is the story of plus-size teenager Tracy Turnblad, whose one …

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Twelve teachers were honored as Teacher of the Year March 7 at The Chandelier Restaurant. The event, attended by more than 300 people, was sponsored by the Bayonne Education Foundation. “I’m totally honored and touched to have received this acknowledgement,” said Gina Hladik of Washington Community School. “I’m humbled—very humbled by it—because it comes from …

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Bayonne freeholder will not seek reelection On March 15 it was announced that Bayonne Freeholder Dr. Doreen DiDomenico will not seek reelection in the Democratic primary for the Hudson County Board of Chosen Freeholders in June. She will retire at the end of her current term at year’s end because of personal and increased professional …

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