The River View Observer announced in its December 1, 2025, issue that, starting January 1, 2026, within each issue of our 2026 issues, we will showcase a photo taken by Stephen A. Mack, our part-time River View photographer for the past 15 years.

We thought the best way to kick off Mack’s photo series was by placing him as our January 1st, 2026, cover story, or rather a story in pictures.
Mack has been involved with photography for over 30 years, a love for taking photos began early in his life, what made him serious about his love for photography was when an old girlfriend entered a picture of Mack’s in Long Beach Island’s photo contest without Mack’s permission, he won, only to find out when he received a $100 check in the mail as the first place winner.

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The many parts of the downed plane that spread over the 2 block area between 40th and 42nd street in Bayonne  have been collected for examination and the investigation has begun on what caused the single -engine plane to crash.

The pilot Geroge Pettaway 56, of Wheatley Heights, Long Island recuperating in  Jersey City’s Medical Center is scheduled to be released on Wednesday, February 22nd.

The crash occurred after Pettaway began experiencing problems with the plane near the Statue of Liberty and had hoped to land the small plane in New Jersey then crashing  on Avenue E.

Pettaway’s plane landed upside down not before hitting power lines, and damaging four cars.

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 Trump Plaza Residences Jersey City, the exquisite residential tower located on New Jersey’s prestigious Gold Coast, is celebrating a successful summer of stellar sales and building enhancements as it looks forward to exciting events in the coming new year.

Sales at the luxury condominium at 88 Morgan St. have greatly exceeded expectations, with approximately 50 homes having sold since January of this year. About 20 residences sold during the summer months, which is typically a slow time for real estate sales.

 

“The extraordinary sales volume is evidence of the appeal of Trump Plaza Residences Jersey City and its great value,” said Jodi Stasse, director of marketing and sales. “A resident can enjoy a real metropolitan lifestyle here — with access to every luxury amenity they can imagine, as well as a full-service concierge — at advantageous pricing with low interest rates!”

The 55-story building, New Jersey’s tallest residential tower, offers beautiful one-, two- and three-bedroom residences of up to 1,599 square feet. One-bedroom homes start in the mid-$400,000s and two-bedroom homes start in the mid-$600,000s. Penthouses and three-bedroom homes are also available, but are in limited supply. A 20-year tax abatement for the residential tower translates to reduced property taxes.

In addition to the inherent appeal of the luxury building, Stasse attributed the volume of sales to a new marketing campaign for the building, launched earlier in the year, which introduced new advertising and communication materials including the sleek new property website, www.trumpplazaresidences.com.

Referrals from residents have been another huge part of the building’s sales success.

“The residents here take pride in the community they have formed together. They’re always looking forward to seeing new neighbors in the building and they want to contribute to the success here,” said Stasse. “They appreciate the rate at which they’ve seen the building fill up and they have a desire to share this lifestyle with the people closest to them.”

Another bonus for residents is the elite TRUMP CARD Privileges Program presented by the Trump Hotel Collection, which entitles them to special offers, personal services and added benefits at any Trump Hotel Collection property in New York, Chicago, Las Vegas and Hawaii. Future Trump Hotel Collection properties that members can look forward to visiting include those in New Orleans, Panama, Toronto, Cap Cana, Dubai and Scotland.

The summer also brought a special treat in the form of the building’s lighted rooftop crown, which was installed in August. The bright purple lighting, striking against the night sky, added the final touch to the enhancements that took place this year including a new front entrance, remodeled lobby and embellished pool and outdoor lawn seating areas.

On-site conveniences are also coming soon with the arrival in early 2011 of ROAR Dental and Elegant Nails and Spa, as well as the highly anticipated opening of buon Italia gourmet Italian market, originally of Chelsea Market fame in New York City.

Buon Italia will offer imported groceries; meat and seafood counters; prepared foods and specialty products, including fresh cheeses, pastas and charcuterie; a combination espresso bar, gelato bar, pasty shop and wine bar; and generous indoor and outdoor café seating.

“Having buon Italia set up shop right at our front door is an incredible convenience for residents and an extension of the amazing amenities that are offered at Trump Plaza Residences,” said Stasse. “Plus, it will instantly turn the neighborhood into a destination spot.”

Trump Plaza Residences is appreciated by residents for its impressive amenities and unparalleled service. The lavish 40,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor amenities and well-known Trump 24/7 concierge service are luxury hallmarks of the elegant property and the Trump brand.

A sampling of the amenities includes a screening room; game room; Roman-style aqua grotto; in-house spa; heated pool with cabanas; and an impressive glass-enclosed fitness center.

The building’s thoughtfully designed homes features elegant, contemporary design elements and custom oversized windows that open out to sweeping views of the Hudson River, the Statue of Liberty and the Manhattan skyline.

The proximity of Trump Plaza Residences Jersey City to Manhattan and the rest of the Gold Coast, as well as its convenient location near the Exchange Place and Grove Street PATH stations, the waterfront ferry and the Bergen-Hudson Light Rail, makes for easy commuting and uncomplicated travel.

For more information on Trump Plaza Residences Jersey City, visit the on-site sales suite, which is open seven days a week from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 88 Morgan St. in Jersey City. Morning and evening hours are available by appointment. Contact the sales and marketing team by calling (888) 263-7003, e-mailing info@trumpplazaresidences.com or visiting the website at www.trumpplazaresidences.com.

To learn more about the TRUMP CARD Privileges Program, visit www.TrumpHotelCollection.com/TRUMPCARD. For more information on buon Italia gourmet Italian market, visit www.buonitalia.com

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Hurricane Earl has some interesting side effects as witnessed in this photo  of a Tornado near the Statue of Libery

Source: Tina Smith

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The amenity package at Alexan CityView is fully loaded with a 9,000 square foot clubhouse, featuring The Zone, a media lounge with Wii, Xbox,

PlayStation and six HDTVs; The Club with billiards table, tabletop shuffleboard, demonstration kitchen, intimate seating and numerous HDTVs; The Mini Club; a childrenâ€s playroom with TV and DVD player within the fitness center; The I-Lounge with Mac and PC workspaces and WiFi internet access; The Studio, a fully-loaded fitness studio with cardio theatre and weight-training equipment; and The Oasis; a resort-style heated pool with spacious sundeck and WiFi internet access. All residents will have a personal assistant at their fingertips with concierge services provided by VIPdesk^TM.

Inside the apartments, residents have it all. Every stylish apartment home comes with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, a chefâ€s island or breakfast bar with pendant lighting, European-inspired flat panel cabinets with stainless pulls and wood-finished flooring, well-designed living spaces including available built-in shelving and computer niches, 9′ ceilings, generous closet space, keyless entry systems, two inch plantation blinds and some apartment homes offer private courtyard patios or balconies.
With one of the few remaining waterfront locations in the area, Alexan CityView offers unobstructed views across the Hudson River of the Manhattan skyline and The Statue of Liberty. Alexan CityViewâ€s unbeatable location is within walking distance of several dining and retail options, including a grocery store. Alexan CityView is also within close proximity to the Newark International Airport and all major transportation arteries.
Alexan CityView is on track to be one of the largest LEED-certified residential buildings in the United States and the largest LEED-certified residential building in the Northeastern United States; slated to receive a Silver rating. Alexan CityView also features ENERGY STAR-rated appliances and programmable thermostats, passing on savings to its residents.
The 544 pet-friendly apartment home community offers studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom and three-bedroom apartments; as well as spacious townhomes. Structured garage parking is available, and the residentâ€s first space is free.
Alexan CityView is the first in a series of new buildings transforming the Bayonne landscape. It was developed by Trammell Crow Residential.
The combination of location and upscale features is sure to add new life to the Bayonne area at unbelievably reasonable rental rates. For more information please visit http://alexancityview.comor call (201) 455-5825.

 

Tell the management at Alexan City View you saw it on the River View website.

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