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The June 3 primary battle in Hudson County ended as a victory for the long-time Hudson County Democratic Organization (HCDO), which managed to fend off all but one challenger in five contested races for seats on the Board of Freeholders. Slightly more than 31,000 Democratic voters turned out for the election out of 161,000 registered …

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Jersey City has decided to re-issue bid requests for a three-year contract to supply ambulance service to residents who call 911, possibly avoiding a legal challenge from Jersey City Medical Center over the selection process. Jennifer Morrill, spokesperson for the city, said after conversations with the two bidders – Jersey City Medical Center (JCMC) and …

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All clear at recycling center Reports of a radiation leak from a container at a Jersey City recycling facility last week turned out to be due to a malfunctioning detecting device, said officials from Sims Metal Management, which operates the facility. Scott Miller, chief corporate counsel for Sims, said that a container dropped off at …

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The murder rate in Jersey City climbed from 12 to 20 from 2012 to 2013, according to statistics released in May by the New Jersey State Police. However, most other areas of crime declined in that period. Six of the murders took place over a three-week period during the summer. Thus, in the next few …

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Things are hopping in Jersey City as far as real estate is concerned, said Jaime Weiss, whose firm has also been working with CarePoint Health to locate medical offices into Journal Square area. Recently, the broker also helped CarePoint get two floors along the Jersey City waterfront. As if to further prove his point, two …

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JC Fridays will kick off its sixth season with nearly 50 visual and performing arts events taking place throughout Jersey City on June 6. Restaurants, galleries, stores, and event spaces throughout Jersey City will showcase a variety of art-related happenings including visual exhibitions, live music, performance acts, educational demonstrations, and more. All events are free …

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Standing at home plate in the newly-remodeled Union City recreation facility in Washington Park, County Executive Tom DeGise hit a political home run, receiving the endorsement for reelection from two of the most powerful mayors in Hudson County. Though they have been adversaries, North Bergen Mayor Nicholas Sacco joined Union City Mayor Brian Stack for …

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Primary election Tuesday Primary elections are being heldon Tuesday, June 3. Polls open at 6 a.m. and close at 8 p.m. Voters will get to choose candidates for U.S. Senate, House of Representative, Hudson County Surrogate, and local Freeholders. Letter writer passes away William Frasca, who has written dozens of erudite letters about important Jersey …

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