Hudson County hospital trends reflect nation
Innovation, consolidation, and smaller care centers form new healthcare model

Hospitals in Hudson County over the last year have become a bellwether of the future of medical care โ€“ 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 …

Innovation, consolidation, and smaller care centers form new healthcare model

No city tax increase in 2014
Bayonne introduces budget

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. …

Bayonne introduces budget

2014 will be a year for upgraded sports and leisure programs
City renovating 25th Street park; adding new childrenโ€™s activities

Bayonne residents will have upgraded athletic facilities and more leisure activities during the balance of the year, as part of the cityโ€™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 …

City renovating 25th Street park; adding new childrenโ€™s activities

City optimistic about 2014 growth
Retail, housing, development all on upturn

Bayonne is back on track when it comes to business and development. Thatโ€™s what many are saying about the cityโ€™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 …

Retail, housing, development all on upturn

BAYONNE BRIEFS

Amalgamated Transit Union endorses Mayor Mark Smithโ€™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. โ€œMayor Mark Smith and his team believe in and share our core values,โ€ said Amalgamated Transit Union …

Elected school board measure may be in trouble
Initiative may not make May 13 ballot

On March 13, Michael Alonso and his crusade for an elected Board of Education took a strong hit from the City Clerkโ€™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 …

Initiative may not make May 13 ballot

Only days away
Rent control group resubmitting petitions after falling short

They will not be denied. At least thatโ€™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 …

Rent control group resubmitting petitions after falling short

Growing through performing
Actors in BHSโ€™s โ€˜Hairsprayโ€™ learn about themselves while rehearsing musical

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 โ€œHairspray the Broadway Musical,โ€ the Bayonne High School Dramaโ€™s spring production. Set in 1962 Baltimore, โ€œHairsprayโ€ is the story of plus-size teenager Tracy Turnblad, whose one …

Actors in BHSโ€™s โ€˜Hairsprayโ€™ learn about themselves while rehearsing musical

Shaping the minds of children
Teachers of the Year honored

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. โ€œIโ€™m totally honored and touched to have received this acknowledgement,โ€ said Gina Hladik of Washington Community School. โ€œIโ€™m humbledโ€”very humbled by itโ€”because it comes from …

Teachers of the Year honored

BAYONNE BRIEFS

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 yearโ€™s end because of personal and increased professional …