Jersey City

New Jersey City University formally installed Andrés Acebo as the institution's 13th president Sept. 10, 2025.
Apr 28, 2026

NJCU President Acebo reflects on Kean merger milestone

NJCU President Andrés Acebo reflects on the Kean University merger, calling it a historic milestone as the school transitions to Kean Jersey City.

New Jersey City University (left) and Kean University (right)
Apr 27, 2026

Kean-NJCU merger advances with new approval (updated)

Kean University's merger with NJCU wins accreditation approval, with deal set to close July 1, expanding access to public higher education.

Class A office tower 30 Montgomery along the Hudson River waterfront in Jersey City. PROVIDED BY REAL CAPTIAL SOLUTIONS
Apr 23, 2026

Real Capital Solutions buys 30 Montgomery, enters Jersey City

In partnership with Lamar Cos., Real Capital Solutions has acquired waterfront office property 30 Montgomery, marking its entrance to the hot Hudson County market.

Christopher Reber has served as president of Hudson County Community College since 2018.
Apr 23, 2026

HCCC President Reber to lead Harrisburg University

Hudson County Community College President Christopher Reber will step down to lead Harrisburg University after eight years in Jersey City.

Target
Apr 17, 2026

Target to open third Jersey City store on Route 440

Taking over a former Kmart location on Route 440, the new 119,000-square-foot outpost will bring more than 180 jobs with it.

Hospital is closed
Apr 16, 2026

Heights hospital closure hearing halted amid legal fight

A Jersey City hospital closure battle intensifies as a Heights University Hospital hearing is halted, drawing backlash from local officials.

Loew’s Jersey Theatre
Apr 6, 2026

Loew’s Jersey Theatre unveils restoration renderings (photos)

Loew’s Jersey Theatre unveiled restoration renderings and a new logo ahead of its reopening as a year-round cultural venue in Jersey City.

Burlington Stores is unveiling a new store format.
Mar 27, 2026

Burlington to open new store at Hudson Mall in Jersey City

Burlington will open a new store in Jersey City this spring, featuring its revamped format and discounted apparel, footwear and home goods.

Cannabis and the law
Mar 24, 2026

5 Jersey City smoke shops closed for illegal cannabis, vape sales

Local police worked with the DEA to shut down five stores, seizing marijuana, THC vapes, gummies and other unregulated products in a the multi-agency raid.

505 Summit in Jersey City's Journal Square neighborhood. PROVIDED BY 505 SUMMIT
Mar 23, 2026

Photos: 505 Summit launches leasing in Jersey City

Explore the latest from Panepinto Properties, featuring 605 apartments with skyline views, retail space, amenities and rents starting from the $2,700s.

Whole Foods Market
Mar 23, 2026

Whole Foods plans second Jersey City store in Journal Square

The grocery store would complement plans for a new tower featuring 25,000 square feet of retail space as well as more than 800 apartments, with income-restricted units.

Ambulance
Mar 23, 2026

ER closure creates uncertainty in Jersey City community

A look at how financial strain, legal disputes and political pressure led to the Heights University Hospital ER closure in Jersey City.