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Without notice, NJ Transit cuts time light rail ticket is valid
Officials, riders complain they are often left in dark about transit system

Earlier this year, NJ Transit reduced the time that Hudson-Bergen Light Rail (HBLR) tickets are valid from 90 to 60 minutes – but public officials and riders say they weren’t made aware of this change, and that other features of ridership are unclear. The change was made, according to NJ Transit, to stop people from …

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A visionary artist
Artisan restores mural in 150-year-old WNY church

St. Joseph of the Palisades Church in West New York underwent an extensive rehabilitation in preparation for its 150 year anniversary in March. The makeover included new floors, restored stained glass windows, new lighting, refurbished pews, and a warmer, more attractive color scheme. Father Gregory Studerus’s wish list also called for refurbishing the crucifixion mural …

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Union City now rocks to its own song
Local musicians craft a tribute to the city’s people and famous places

Union City has an official song. The song, “Union City,” composed by Mike Boldt and Phil Gallo, was adopted by resolution as the city’s official song at the Board of Commissioners meeting last Wednesday. A recording of the tune was performed by the group Dez Manku, which features both Boldt and Gallo. An accompanying music …

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Who murdered Michael Galdieri?
Stabbing victim was former JC council candidate

“Michael was a nice guy who would give you the shirt off his back if you needed help. Like all of us, he had his demons, but he worked hard and overcame them,” said former Assemblyman Louis Manzo last week, recalling Michael Galdieri, a state senator’s son whose mysterious May 22 death is being investigated …

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PERC flea market on June 21 will benefit the needy The Palisades Emergency Residence Corporation (PERC) will hold a flea market on Saturday, June 21 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Lots of items will be available for sale, including new and gently used clothing, toys, kitchen items, housewares and more. Cash and credit cards …

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Variety show hawks Hudson County’s hidden talent
Comedy, storytelling, and music series a first for area

In a 2002 episode of “Sex and the City,” Carrie Bradshaw, no longer able to afford her West Village apartment, is shocked when a broker suggests she look at places in Weehawken. To writer and comedian Susie Felber, who was living in the West Village at the time, Weehawken was “always the joke – social …

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Springtime for the HCDO
Most organization-supported candidates prevail in primary fights

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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The basic facts on street cats
Local animal advocate gives opinions on how to help

Hoboken resident Katherine Zavartkay was brought up to think pets are family. Becoming involved with a campaign to end animal testing around 15 years ago reaffirmed those core values, and she now devotes much of her time to being an “animal advocate.” But, she says, displaying her characteristic humor, she’ll also answer to “crazy cat …

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Check out the photos of Forbes photographer Glen Davis, with help from his dog The photo exhibit “Union City, Unleashed” by Glen Davis opened Friday, June 6 at 7 p.m. at the William V. Musto Cultural Center, 420-15th St. in Union City. Admission is free. Glen Davis has been a professional photographer for 38 years. …

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A rare moment in political history
DeGise endorsement brings Stack and Sacco together

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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