JERSEY CITY – New Jersey Needs You (NJNY), a nonprofit organization that assists first-generation college students in realizing their college and career potential by providing support to them and their families, is set to launch in northern New Jersey in October and is seeking mentors with three or more years of work experience. The organization pairs sophomore and junior college students with mentor coaches, who are typically young professionals in the same industry. According to reports, 85 percent of first generation college students come from low-income families and only 11 percent of first generation college students graduate from college. Continue reading Mentors Needed for First Generation College Students New Jersey Needs You to Launch in October and Seeks Mentors with 3+ Years of Work Experience
Hudson County Community College Adds New Baking & Pastry Option to Culinary Associate Degree
Specialized degree will prove a big plus when graduates seek employment in the hospitality industry.
September 4, 2012, Jersey City, NJ – The renowned Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management program at Hudson County Community College (HCCC) is now offering a specialized option for students seeking an Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree. Beginning with this term, students at HCCC may pursue an A.A.S. Culinary Arts degree with a specialization in Baking & Pastry that will prepare them for immediate entry-level employment in the foodservice/hospitality industry. Continue reading Hudson County Community College Adds New Baking & Pastry Option to Culinary Associate Degree
Provident Bank Launches New Rebranding Initiative
Bank unveils new tagline and image campaign
 
JERSEY CITY, NJ – The Provident Bank today launched a new rebranding initiative, which includes a new tagline and image campaign, designed to reinforce how the bank defines itself – a community bank deeply rooted in New Jersey that’s committed to meeting the needs of its customers.
| The bank’s new tagline, “Commitment you can count on,†emphasizes that Provident’s commitment to consumers and businesses in New Jersey is steeped in its DNA.
“There is a notion that all banks are the same, but our employees go above and beyond to provide personal attention and customized financial solutions. In fact, commitment to our customers has been our guiding principle for 173 years. We want our customers and potential customers to know that we hear and understand them. Their financial success is important to us,” said Chris Martin, chairman, president and CEO. Continue reading Provident Bank Launches New Rebranding Initiative |
BAYONNE-The Broadway Shopping District – Shopping, Dining, & Fun
Starting this past July 1st, the Bayonne Urban Enterprise Zone Board has assumed the management of the Bayonne Special Improvement District (Bayonne SID), which extends from 17th to 30th Streets on Broadway. This change in management occurred as part of Mayor Mark A. Smith’s effort to make government more efficient and accountable. By moving the management of the Bayonne SID to the UEZ Board, more of the tax monies that are assessed on the businesses in the district will be spent on efforts to improve the district as opposed to office expenses and overhead. Mayor Smith recognizes the importance of a thriving downtown shopping district and is committed to working towards the goal of making Broadway a destination for families to shop and dine.
 The district already has a nine-hole miniature golf course that has recently been upgraded. With special thanks to Lauren Dellabella, a successful farmer’s market has been added to the district every Tuesday from 2pm to 7pm until the end of October. The farmer’s market continues to grow and attracts over 600 people each Tuesday.
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Hey Hudson County -Frank Sinatra’s Big Apple Penthouse for Sale!
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Sinatra’s Big Apple Penthouse!
Who knew – or remembered – that Frank Sinatra owned a stunning New York penthouse that was way ahead of its time? Judging by his other glamorous digs over the years, his only-the-best-will-do taste and flair for the dramatic certainly shows in this co-op where he lived while his short term marriage to Mia Farrow played out.
Frank and pixie-faced Mia met on the set of Sinatra’s film Von Ryan’s Express in 1965. They were married in 1966; lived in this stunning glass-walled penthouse in New York and were divorced by 1968. When Mia’s movie Rosemary’s Baby production time ran over and she refused to quit the film to be in Sinatra’s film The Detective, The mega-star was very upset which began the break in their marriage.  Sinatra,  handed Farrow her the divorce papers in front of her cast and crew of Rosemary’s Baby.
If you love to entertain, this is the place for it. The 18’ ceilings with glass walls overlooking the river add drama and setting while you tell your guests that Ol’ Blue Eyes designed the space when it was under construction in 1961, and how his pal Sammy Davis Jr. enjoyed tossing champagne glasses down on FDR Drive from the apartment’s terraces. With a modernization undertaken by the current owner after she bought it in 2008, the 3,200 square foot apartment has 4 bedrooms, 6 baths and an additional 2,000 square feet in two wrap-around terraces overlooking the East River.
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NEW -Issyra Gallery – The Hoboken African Art Gallery opens its doors to the public this week
“Issyra Gallery, is wonderful addition to the  Hudson County  Art Scene”- The River View Observer
After several months of preparation, the Issyra Gallery situated 313 First Street in the Jefferson Trust Historical Building in Hoboken is now ready to welcome visitors.
The Sow family, a mixed family from Africa and the USA, have lived in Europe for the majority of their lives. They decided to move to Hoboken when Rebecca, Issa Sow’s wife, was asked to relocate for her career. They literally fell in love with the charm of Hoboken and therefore decided to open up a gallery in this town in order to share their passion for African art and culture. They have a strong desire to contribute actively in Hoboken’s rich cultural life.
Their aim is to promote talented contemporary African artists in order to fight against a tendency in the art world to only value antique African art. Indeed, the Sow family believe that this attitude stifles the growth of African Art that is in fact a “living artâ€. These artists have learned their technique and style as it was passed down from generation to generation. Continue reading NEW -Issyra Gallery – The Hoboken African Art Gallery opens its doors to the public this week
SUNFLOWER MEDICAL ADULT DAYCARE CENTER NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS
Sunflower Medical Adult Daycare Center is now accepting new clients. The Center, located at 300 Broadway in Bayonne, New Jersey, provides health and social services to adults who need supervised care in a safe place outside the home during the day. Sunflower provides care, activities and nutritious meals in a modern, new air-conditioned facility staffed by a competent, professional staff that includes registered nurses, social workers and physical therapists.Sunflower also offers movies, games, entertainment, art and crafts, exercise,  computer/internet services, slot machines, field trips, outdoor patio and more.  The services of a hairdresser are also available each week at no extra cost.Â
 In addition, Sunflower offers door-to-door transportation to and from the Center as well as to doctor’s offices and other medical appointments.Â
 The Center is open weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Services are covered 100 percent by Medicaid. Private pay clients are also welcome.
 To arrange a tour or obtain more information, please call Sunflower Medical Adult Daycare Center: (201) 243 – 1047
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BIG 1 FAMILY, BIG YARD! BERGEN POINT, BAYONNE
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Asking $299,000
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Approx 2.000 Sq Ft! 6 BR, 3 bath home offers spacious Liv Rm w/ parquet wood floors; Dining Rm w/ built-in china closet. Master BR has huge walk-in closets. 4 blocks to Light Rail ; & very close to schools & shopping. Nice yard & deck; Carport fits 2 cars.
Asking $339,000
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Jersey City to Showcase Its Newest Community Gardens with the 2012 Adopt-A-Lot Garden Tour
JERSEY CITY – Mayor Jerramiah T. Healy , the Division of City Planning in partnership with several community organizations are hosting the 2012 “Growing Together”: Adopt-A-Lot Community Garden Tour from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, August 25, 2012.
The shuttle bus will be leaving the Bright Street Community Garden, located on Bright and Grove Sts., at 10:00 a.m. for the tour. Pre-registration is encouraged as seats are limited. To register, please call Ivan Freire at 201-547-4513 or email freirei@jcnj.org
This year’s tour will meet at 10 am at Bright Street Community Garden between Bright St and Grove St. The tour will include the following: Continue reading Jersey City to Showcase Its Newest Community Gardens with the 2012 Adopt-A-Lot Garden Tour
