News in Weehawken, New Jersey

Lawmakers: NYC Suburbs, Approach Roads Also Need Homeland Security
Fri, 27 Jan 2012 13:26:24 -0800

New York City might be the country's biggest terror target, but some lawmakers want to make sure the roads leading to it don't get neglected.

Formula One Grand Prix of America at Port Imperial Names Top Leadership
Tue, 17 Jan 2012 06:00:00 -0800

  WEEHAWKEN, N.J. , Jan. 17, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Formula One Grand Prix of America at Port Imperial, the organization that is bringing Formula One racing to the streets of New Jersey for the first time ...

Tenafly officials, residents vow to fight light-rail plan
Tue, 24 Jan 2012 12:45:55 -0800

Flanked by more than two dozen citizens, half of them holding "STOP the LIGHT RAIL in TENAFLY" signs, Mayor Peter Rustin said any attempts by NJ Transit to restore light rail service in the borough "will be met by the stiffest resistance possible."

Super Bowl 2012 parade: What you need to know about the Giants victory celebration
Mon, 06 Feb 2012 16:59:28 -0800

Important information about transportation options for the Super Bowl victory parade in New York City

Plan to extend light rail service into eastern Bergen County faces test today
Tue, 24 Jan 2012 03:45:43 -0800

Today, the public gets to give feedback to NJ Transit officials who say the project — which could cost more than $800 million — would alleviate traffic congestion, boost economic opportunities, and provide new transportation options for residents.

Jersey guys Tom Colicchio and Amani Toomer talk Giants ... and Jersey!
Sun, 05 Feb 2012 09:14:59 -0800

Indianapolis touches Toomer's heart with simple kindness and Colicchio bear-hugs our microphone (and a certain red-sauce restaurant) with the passion of an NJ native.

Hudson Multifamily Draws New Investors
Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:06:19 -0800

EDGEWATER, NJ-With both buyers and sellers finally becoming realistic about pricing, multifamily transactions have been taking off in Hudson County – with even some less-than-conventional deals taking place, says REMAX Commercial – Hudson Commercial Group.

State Election Enforcement Commission complaint may lead to fines of $10,000 each for former Hoboken councilman Chris ...
Fri, 13 Jan 2012 00:06:12 -0800

Former Hoboken Councilman Chris CamposFormer Hoboken Councilman Chris Campos and his campaign treasurer are facing a slew of violations from the New Jersey Election Enforcement Commission that could total fines of $10,000 each, according to a Dec. 28 complaint filed...

Remembering Alexander Hamilton, Founding Father and duelist
Thu, 12 Jan 2012 12:05:38 -0800

History.com5 Things You Didn't Know About Alexander Hamilton In honor of Alexander Hamilton's birthday, January 11, History.com published a list of uncommonly known facts regarding the patriot's life and career. Most commonly known for being a signer of the Constitution,...

Railroad Association Elects Officers For 2012
Sat, 14 Jan 2012 14:41:46 -0800

Presiding over the Oswego Valley Railroad Association and Museum this year are: President - Izzy Vosseller, Vice President - Bill Nickolas, Treasurer - John Kraus, Secretary - Jim Leach and members at large Jack Kaple, Charles Swanson and Gloria Nickolas. Continue reading →