Enzo Palumbo, a Bayonne resident and Insurance Adjuster can now be seen on Big Brother 22 All Stars which airs on CBS Sunday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings at 8 pm, back in 2015 the River View Observer interviewed Palumbo about his Big Brother experience.
Palumbo, who was a contestant on BIG BROTHER 12-2012 told the River View Observer that he remained a huge fan of the show and that he keeps a new strategic plan in his back pocket ready to be used against his enemies when BIG BROTHER decides to do an “All Star†season.
After ten years Palumbo has finally gotten that chance.
Back In 2012, Palumbo came in 3rd, well-known for his use of his moniker “the meow-meow” was a member of The Brigade, an alliance which helped him make it to the final 3. He ultimately placed 3rd after Hayden Moss cast the sole vote to evict him, thus making him the seventh and final member of the jury
Palumbo a fan favorite for being cool and obnoxious has already won Power of Veto in last weeks episode.
Big Brother, which airs Sundays, Wednesdays, and Thursday at 8 p.m., places contestants together in a house filming their every move as they are voted off the show, one by one. The final contestant in the house becomes the winner and earns $500,000.
Under the direction of Mayor Davis, OEM provides weekly updates on the status of Bayonne in relation to the COVID-19 Health Emergency.
Bayonne Residents CURRENTLY Positive – 26*
The number above reflects only the Bayonne residents that are CURRENTLY COVID-19 Positive.
OEM UPDATE:To date, 1,300 Bayonne residents have tested positive for COVID-19, regardless of where that test was given. Since the beginning of the pandemic, 74 Bayonne residents have passed away due to Coronavirus-related illnesses.
STATEMENT FROM THE BAYONNE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH:“Since the beginning of this public health emergency contact tracing has been a key mechanism in breaking the chain of transmission and slowing community spread among those infected with COVID-19. Currently, the Bayonne Health Department is investigating multiple cases of young people in their late teens and early 20s who are not responding to our calls and/or not providing us with contacts. So, families of these young people, if you know your young adult is getting tested for COVID please inform them that they MUST answer the call. We need cooperation not just from this group, but everyone in an effort to reduce the spread of transmission. Thank you.â€
Ribbon-cutting at Choripan Argentinian Grill: Bayonne City officials and local business leaders took part in a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Choripan Authentic Argentinian Grill at 27th Street and Broadway. Pictured left to right: First Ward Council Member Neil Carroll III, City Council President Sharon Ashe-Nadrowski, Mayor Jimmy Davis, manager Felix Lopez, Valentina Varguez, owner Leo Novillo, and Council Member At-Large Juan Perez.
Mayor Jimmy Davis and the Division of Recreation have announced the remaining evenings scheduled for the 2020 Summer Sounds by the Bay music series at DiDomenico-16th Street Park. A new date has been added in September, due to a postponement in August.
The Small Business Grant Program is currently open and accepting applications. The deadline to apply is Friday, August 14, at midnight. All businesses in Bayonne should apply for this grant. Applications can be done online at https://hudsoncounty.smapply.io/prog/hudson_county_small_business_grant_program/ or paper applications can be picked up at and returned to City Hall. For questions call the office of Business Administration at 201-858-6109.
Community-Driven Park to replace Troubled Park Space with Upgraded Amenities and Features to Attract Community Engagement
JERSEY CITY – Mayor Steven M. Fulop announced today the $2.5 million investment to build the new Bethune Park to enhance accessibility for local residents and increase community engagement with special design features including a stage for live performances and community events, amphitheater seating, a retail area for Farmers’ Markets and food trucks, passive seating areas, and a large playground for kids of all ages to enjoy.
“We’ve been working with community members to come up with a plan that is most beneficial for the surrounding Jackson Hill/Greenville neighborhood,†said Mayor Fulop. “This new park is directly in line with our efforts to revitalize the city’s south west side as parks play a key role in sustainable community development, especially in urban neighborhoods.”
After various ideas and drafts over a nearly 10 year period , the Fulop Administration suggested moving the existing Fulton Park – a mostly concrete pocket park in disrepair and tucked behind a large building – to a more suitable and accessible location one block north. The new park will be 20% larger and a significant upgrade with state-of-the-art amenities, located along a main roadway and with greater public safety.
The new park will be located on Martin Luther King Drive directly across from the Mary McLeod Bethune Center, an integral hub for city services and community activities, which can now be extended outdoors to the new park space. The existing Fulton Park site will become a public parking lot dedicated for park-goers and the Bethune Center only.
“This has been 10 years in the making, so I’m really encouraged that this park will move forward to become a gem for the Jackson Hill/Greenville area and serve as a safe space for community engagement,†said Council President Joyce Watterman. “With so many families in the surrounding area, and the Bethune Center across the street, I know the new location along MLK will be much better utilized.â€
“Jackson Hill is excited to see more outdoor space for residents to enjoy, for family-friendly outdoor entertainment and gatherings,†said Michele Massey, Executive Director of the Jackson Hill Special Improvement District (SID). “Our goal is to see a farmers’ market, to have more families utilizing the playground equipment, and to offer much more in partnership with the Bethune Center.â€
The resolution for the new Bethune Park passed the City Council on August 12, 2020, and construction is expected to start within the next two months.
The Bayonne Summer Sounds musical event featuring the Large Flowerheads that was scheduled for Wednesday, August 12, at 7:00 p.m., has been postponed, due to expected stormy weather. The event has been rescheduled for Wednesday, September 2, at 7:00 p.m. on the lower level of DiDomenico-16th Street Park.
Mayor Jimmy Davis and the Division of Recreation have announced the three remaining evenings scheduled for the 2020 Summer Sounds by the Bay music series at DiDomenico-16th Street Park.
AUGUST 12 SUMMER SOUNDS BY THE BAY HAS BEEN CANCELLED
On Wednesday, August 12, at 7:00 p.m., weather permitting, the Large Flowerheads will bring to life the musical sights and sounds of the groovy ’60s. The Beatles, Rolling Stones, Sonny & Cher, The Mamas & The Papas, Tom Jones, The Monkees, Jefferson Airplane, and so many more!
Central Avenue Redesign to Boost Heights Business District
Jersey City MayorSteven M. Fulop
 Mayor Steven M. Fulop announced today the Central Avenue Streetscape Redesign and Roadway Improvements project to transform The Heights’ main commercial thoroughfare into a premier shopping district with enhanced safety and beautification. The redesign project will stimulate the nearly mile-long shopping district along Central Avenue which is home to 240 storefronts, 1,400 employees, and thousands of visitors per day.  With improvements to pedestrian and vehicular safety, traffic flow, and overall aesthetics, the redesign will encourage shopping, dining, nightlife, culture for the community, and future redevelopment.Â
We encourage all small business owners to apply for new small business grants of up to $10,000 for rental payments provided through the State of New Jersey and made available by Governor Phil Murphy. Thankfully, Hoboken is one of 64 cities selected in New Jersey where businesses can apply. The grants are available as of this Monday, August 10 at 9:00 am on a first-come, first-serve basis and will be provided as long as funds remain. If you are a small business and want to apply, please be sure to do so without delay on Monday morning.
Learn more with some helpful FAQs (also attached), and apply for the funding at www.njra.us.
Additionally, the deadline for small businesses for applying for Hoboken’s CARES Act funding we established with Hudson County is this upcoming Friday, August 14. Hoboken small businesses are eligible for up to $20,000 in a one-time payment to assist in retaining and paying employees. For more information on this grant and to apply (application period currently open), please visit www.hobokennj.gov/smallbusinessgrants.
Impact of COVID-19 in Hoboken
The Hoboken Health Department reported the following, new COVID-19 cases:
August 7: 5 August 8: 5 August 9: 3
Hoboken now has a known, confirmed total of 680 confirmed cases since the beginning of the pandemic. Fatalities remain unchanged at 29.
Two of the weekend’s cases were from those who got tested weeks ago but only recently learned of the results due to a delay in laboratory testing results. None of the residents testing positive are hospitalized, and none were from any known clusters or patterns within Hoboken. We have, however seen trends throughout the past several weeks of those testing positive after attending social gatherings. We continue to encourage residents to avoid any large gatherings especially indoors, social distance at all possible times, and wear a face mask (including children 2 years of age and up) – especially where social distancing can be difficult.
Testing with Prompt MD this Monday and Tuesday still available
As shared on Friday, we are opening up a pop-up COVID-19 testing site at the 7th and Jackson gymnasium (605 Jackson Street) this Monday and Tuesday between 9 and 4 pm, thanks to our partnership with Prompt MD. Testing times are still available – you can sign up for a required appointment at www.hobokennj.gov/promptmd. Prompt MD has indicated they will be able to provide test results within 2-3 days after the completed test. We will be providing more information this week on signing up for a test for the following Monday and Tuesday at this site as well, which will help us alleviate the high demand at the Riverside site under the Viaduct.
On Friday, Governor Murphy announced a grant program for small property owners who have had decreases in revenue due to COVID-19. Property owners who receive this grant funding must provide it back to tenants by forgiving back rent and late fees due to COVID-19.
According to the Governor, qualified applicants must meet the following:
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