Newport Mall, Hudson Mall could be replaced in the future
A draft of the Jersey City Master plan hints that Newport Mall could be turned into mixed-use developments, high-rises with affordable units, and community facilities, reports NJ.com. The draft also envision parts of the city’s west side without Hudson Mall and Stadium Plaza. A city spokesperson tells NJ.com that proposals in the draft are based on community feedback and “nothing would transpire without support from the current property owners.” The Jersey City Master plan is designed to pinpoint areas to improve in each neighborhood in the city.
Grand opening of Mary McLeod Bethune Park
The Mary McLeod Bethune Park officially opens today (August 18) at 4pm. Located at 140 Martin Luther King Drive, the new park features a stage for live performances, amphitheater seating, an area for farmers markets/local food trucks, a large playground, and seating areas. For Wednesday’s opening celebration, there will be food trucks, activities for kids, and music. In addition, free classes and lessons resume this week at the Bethune Center. The classes are open to the public and include tai chi lessons, self defense lessons, tae kwon do for kids, bootcamp fitness, and more. (You can see a full schedule of events here).
Mayor breaks ground on new firehouse in Bergen-Lafayette
Mayor Steven Fulop recently broke ground on Jersey City’s first new firehouse in 20 years. The $5.6 million state-of-the-art firehouse will be located at 627 Grand Street in Bergen-Lafayette. The 12,000 square foot fire station will house Engine 10 and Ladder 12, formerly of Halladay Street. Construction is expected to finish by next summer.
Jersey City population increases 18.1%
The Census Bureau released its 2020 Census data last week declaring Newark as New Jersey’s biggest city with a population of 311,549 (up 12.4%). By comparison, Jersey City’s population clocked in at 292,449 (up 18.1%). Although both cities grew substantially from 2010, Newark keeps its title as the city with the biggest population in New Jersey.
