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Hudson County Community College to Hold Gala Fundraiser on December 6

 PSE&G to receive the Foundation’s Distinguished Service Award at this year’s event.

Contact: Jennifer Christopher,  201-360-4061, jchristopher@hccc.edu

November 29, 2012, Jersey City, NJ – Hudson County Community College Foundation will hold the largest and most festive of its annual fundraisers — the 15th Annual Holiday Gala — at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday evening, December 6, 2012 at the HCCC Culinary Arts Institute/Conference Center ‑ 161 Newkirk Street in Jersey City. Proceeds from the event are dedicated to scholarships for deserving students, faculty development programs, and the College’s physical expansion.

Hudson County Community College Vice President for Development Joseph Sansone said that PSE&G will be the recipient of this year’s Distinguished Service Award, which recognizes organizations and individuals for their work on behalf of the College and the people of Hudson County. Continue reading Hudson County Community College to Hold Gala Fundraiser on December 6 →

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“The Junction” Project in Jersey City -Grand Opening Ceremony

JERSEY CITY – Mayor Jerramiah T. Healy will conduct a grand opening ceremony for “The Junction” project at 11 a.m. on Thursday, November 29th at the intersections of Communipaw, Garfield, Summit, Randolph and Arlington Avenues. The project incorporates many benefits to the local community by enhancing the travel experience, creating new open space, improving pedestrian and bicycle safety, and promoting smart growth.

“The Junction will surely improve the aesthetics and quality of life in the community,” said Mayor Healy. “The improved attractiveness of the Junction will make the area more enticing and will attract more pedestrian traffic and more pedestrian traffic means more business for local merchants.”  Continue reading “The Junction” Project in Jersey City -Grand Opening Ceremony →

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Jersey City’s Mayor Healy Announces Registration Extension for 16th Annual Toy Drive

–Mayor Jerramiah T. Healy  announced today that the Mayor’s Action Bureau will be extending the deadline to register for the  Mayor’ Annual Toy Drive. Continue reading Jersey City’s Mayor Healy Announces Registration Extension for 16th Annual Toy Drive →

Education

Hudson County Community College Foundation Art Collection to Celebrate Four Union City Women Artists at Nov. 30 Reception

JERSEY CITY, N.J. / November 19, 2012 — The Hudson County Community College Foundation (HCCC) Art Collection will host a celebration marking the opening of a permanent art exhibit, “Artwork of the Nuns at the Blue Chapel in Union City, 1930s-1990s,” at the HCCC North Hudson Higher Education Center (NHHEC) on Friday, Nov. 30, 2012. The reception will be held from 12 p.m. to 2 .p.m. on the seventh floor of the Union City facility located at 4800 Kennedy Blvd. Continue reading Hudson County Community College Foundation Art Collection to Celebrate Four Union City Women Artists at Nov. 30 Reception →

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Village Neighborhood Association in Downtown Jersey City Needs Your Help

The Village Neighborhood Association has been doing some wonderful work in the aftermath of Superstorm Sandy and they can use your help

Here’s how you can help…
THE VNA  NEEDS TO FIND THOSE IN NEED OF HELP
If you are in need of help or know someone else who is need of help, fill out this form and we’ll get on it.
TOMORROW’S SCHEDULE
9:00 – 10:00. If you have a car, this is your moment. We will have “relief baskets” ready at Barry Mansion (83 Wayne Street between Barrow and Jersey). Just pull up, let us know you’re there, and we’ll load you up and tell you what baskets go to what address. Continue reading Village Neighborhood Association in Downtown Jersey City Needs Your Help →
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MAYOR HEALY: HELP IS HERE Meal Centers Established Across Jersey City

JERSEYCITY – Mayor Jerramiah T. Healy and officials from the Office of Emergency Management has expanded their hot meal distribution sites for today, Saturday November 3, 2012.

Free hot meals will be distributed at the Hudson County Boys and Girls Club, 1 Canal Street and the Ercel Webb Park Public Swimming Pool (Johnston Avenue entrance) from 5-7 p.m. Continue reading MAYOR HEALY: HELP IS HERE Meal Centers Established Across Jersey City →

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Halloween Pet Parade in Newport, Jersey City

Saturday, October 27, 2012 12 p.m.

The Rivermarket Oval in Newport 100 River Drive Jersey City, NJ 07310

 Canis Minor, a premier dog and cat boutique, invites pet owners and pet lovers alike to kick off Halloween in Jersey City’s Newport with the area’s 7th annual Pet Parade. Dress your furry best friend in the most creative costume you can dream up and get your camera ready for one of the can’t miss events of the season.

There will be treats for both humans and pets to enjoy and a costume parade through Newport that’s wilder than the animal kingdom itself. Best-in-show and runner-up costumes will be selected and honored with exciting prizes.

The pet parade is open to all and FREE to enter or attend. In addition, 10% of sales that day at Canis Minor will be donated to Jersey City’s Liberty Humane Society.

If it ends up raining cats and dogs, plan to come on Sunday, Oct. 28. instead.

 

For directions to Newport, visit www.NewportNJ.com.

 

 

 

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Mayor Healy to Kick-­Off Jersey City’s 22nd Annual Artists Studio Tour

JERSEY CITY – Mayor Jerramiah T. Healy will kick-off the 2012 Jersey City Artists Studio Tour at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, October 12, 2012 at the TenMarc Building, located on 430 Communipaw Avenue. A free shuttle from Grove Street will be available every 15 minutes, starting from 5:15 p.m. – 8:15 p.m., with return service available until closing.

The 2012 Jersey City Artists Studio Tour will take place this weekend, Saturday, October 13th and Sunday, October 14th from Noon – 6:00 p.m. This FREE self-guided art tour will feature galleries, artist studios and ad hoc exhibition sites citywide. Continue reading Mayor Healy to Kick-­Off Jersey City’s 22nd Annual Artists Studio Tour →

Education

HCCC President Dr. Glen Gabert Observes 20th Anniversary

JERSEY CITY, N.J. / October 11, 2012 — In September, Hudson County Community College celebrated a special anniversary: President Gabert’s 20-year anniversary as president. In his two decades of service, the College has grown through significant expansion of its facilities, increasing enrollments and partnerships with colleges and organizations to bring more services to College students and local residents and businesses.

On Sept. 14, the Hudson County Community College Foundation made a donation to the College in the name of HCCC President Dr. Glen Gabert (fourth from left). Pictured from left: Paul Silverman, Vice President for Development Joseph Sansone; James J. Egan; Richard Zaborowski; Philip Johnston; Joseph Napolitano Sr.; Mandy Otero; Raju Patel; Karen Fahrenholz; Kendrick Ross and Maria Nieves.

 

 

 

 

Our Community

Jersey City to Celebrate Italian Heritage with Columbus Day Parade as part of the City’s ‘Tapestry of Nations’ Ethnic Festival Series

JERSEY CITY – Mayor Jerramiah T. Healy, the Municipal Council, the Division of Cultural Affairs and the Hudson County Columbus Day Committee will hold their annual parade this Sunday, October 7, 2012.

“The heritage and contributions of Italian people are rich and prolific,” said Mayor Healy. “In addition to honoring Italians in Hudson County, particularly in Jersey City, Columbus Day offers an opportunity for all of us to reflect on the diversity of our communities.” Continue reading Jersey City to Celebrate Italian Heritage with Columbus Day Parade as part of the City’s ‘Tapestry of Nations’ Ethnic Festival Series →