Yep. That's 5-0. I'm not eligible for subsidies, but I wasn't eligible last year either. To say this is a gut punch is... an understatement.

New rates are now available on getcoverednj.org.

Lots of us say this every year, but... this simply can't hold.

In the heights:The first helicopter came around 6:45 am this morning then 2 more came every 5 minutes. Absolutely ruined my morning. That’s it, just wanted to share my morning anger. Thanks for reading lol

Every morning when i move my car, i’ll pick up any trash and stick it in the garbage. Imagine my surprise when i didn’t find it. i look up and across the street, and see a DPW truck with at least 8 trash cans from the area all on the back.

i calmly ask the gentlemen what’s going on, and he says ‘there was a complaint about garbage pickup, so i was asked to remove the garbage cans’. followed by the classic ‘if you want to file a complaint to ask for them back call DPW’

is anyone else seeing this already locally? (this was in the heights this morning)

Hi, I am coming back to warn everyone that ICE was spotted in Greenville this morning. Has anyone else here seen them?

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Next time you see ICE in NJ, please call the DIRE number at 888-347-3767 asap. I recommend saving it in your contacts.

If it's safe, please also get footage. I also recommend submitting to iceout.org with any info like number of people taken, license plates, etc.

It really helps to try to get any info of the person being taken like their name and a phone number to call. You can also let them know their rights ("don't say anything, don't sign anything"/"no digas nada, no firmes nada").

What is happening with the large police response and helicopters in Jersey City this morning? Downtown and can hear it very clearly

Helicopter has been over Journal Square area for the last 20 minutes scaring my cats…
YAY

Purrfect Catpanion is urgently seeking Hudson County-based fosters to help provide temporary homes for local rescue cats, like sweet Inky, featured in the video in this post. Recently, we've been inundated with requests to help our local community cats. We've taken in as many as our volunteers can handle, but as the weather changes and the temperature continues to drop, we anticipate even more cats in need, so we urgently need new fosters.

If you live in Hudson County and have room in your home (a bathroom, a spare room, any extra space at all) and heart for a cat in need, please consider fostering. Fostering can be one of the most rewarding ways to help animals in need. By providing a temporary home, you’re giving a cat the chance to be safe and cared for, to decompress and feel more at ease, and to get one step closer to their forever family.

You do not need prior experience to foster. We accept applicants of all experience levels, and will provide guidance and ongoing support throughout the process. From the day you meet your fosters until they day they leave you for their forever homes, our team will be here to help you every step of the way.

If you’ve ever thought about fostering, we would love to hear from you! We welcome any questions and are happy to talk with potential applicants who are considering volunteering. Please reach out to learn more, or click here to apply to foster.

Residents are getting insane (15%) rent increases on renewals and only a one-year renewal option. If we go month-to-month, they will charge a premium (don’t have details). No room to negotiate. Looks like Portside is determined to get the current residents out.

What is a typical rent increase you’ve seen here for 1B1B or 2B2B apt?

https://hudsoncountyview.com/federal-judge-overturns-jersey-city-boards-rent-control-ruling-for-portside-towers/

Hi again r/jerseycity. A month ago I posted a map of local events. The project has changed quite a lot since then. Please give it a look!

I also put every Halloween event I could find on one page: https://jcmaps.com/#w=all&theme=halloween (UPD: fixed the link)

Right now it's >60 events for kids and adult only, today through Sunday.
A few personal picks for the rest of the week:

Wed

- Lizzie Borden at Art House, 7:30 PM. An abstract dance piece: classical ballet, true crime, gay club culture and slasher-film final girls. The strangest thing on the list, in a good way.

- Write with FRIGHTS at Departed Soles, 7 PM, $10. A horror writing workshop with prompts and beer; non-writers welcome, sharing optional.

Thu

- Suspiria at the library's Creative Arts Center, 6 PM, free, popcorn provided. Argento's 1977 original, on a library screen.

- LSC After Dark: Covens, 6–10 PM, 21+. The science center after hours, for grown-ups only.

Fri

- Library of Shadows at the main library, 7–11 PM, 21+. A DJ, costume contest and drinks inside the library; it's a $100 fundraiser for the library foundation, so not cheap, but when else do you dance in there.

- Haunted Halloween at The Factory, 9 PM–2:30 AM, 21+. Bollywood and Tollywood DJ sets.

Sat

- Haunted JC 5K at the Colgate Clock, 9 AM, 1-mile fun run at 9 and the 5K at 10. Costumes on the waterfront.

- Fall Pumpkin Workshop at Atacama Clay Studio, 12:30 PM. Hand-build and carve a clay jack-o'-lantern that won't rot by Tuesday.

The big obvious ones are there too (the Lincoln Park parade, the Newark Ave family bash, Fall Fest at 902 Brewing, the trunk-or-treats).

If you know a party, a trunk-or-treat or a haunted house that isn't there, a photo of the flyer is enough: tap + at the bottom of the map. Or tell me in the comments.

Happy Halloween, and feedback is still welcome.

I got called for jury duty and got a solid sit-down hot lunch for under $15. Enough food to bring home leftovers. That is all.

ICE is back in Jersey City this morning!!

They took someone in the Heights and then they went to Union City/North Bergen and took more people.

They hurt someone bad enough to send them to the hospital in an ambulance.

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Next time you see ICE in NJ, please call the DIRE number at 888-347-3767 asap. I recommend saving it in your contacts.

If it's safe, please also get footage. I also recommend submitting to iceout.org with any info like number of people taken, license plates, etc.

It really helps to try to get any info of the person being taken like their name and a phone number to call. You can also let them know their rights ("don't say anything, don't sign anything"/"no digas nada, no firmes nada").

Loews is supposed to re-open soon. Is the alleyway re-opening? Can we advocate to make sure the new construction site doesnt block access from magnolia to PATHstation??

Does anyone send their kids to Key Element Learning on Grove St? I’ve heard good things about the Van Vorst location but haven’t seen much on the Grove St location.

Also would love any other recommendations for daycares in the Grove St, Newport, or Paulus Hook area. Thanks!

If you’re having a hard time getting a delivery driver, they’re all in Lincoln Park playing a game of football.

They’re actually pretty good just want to watch.

We will be restocking at our friendly apiary in South Jersey on 11/11 (Veterans Day) and are offering 25% off on bulk sizes if you pre-order by then. You can either stop in to our shop or place an order on our website.

These are sizes we don't normally keep in stock (except 1 gallon wildflower), so the only way to snag them is to pre-order. I can also pick up beeswax, honey comb, bee pollen, propolis, royal jelly, etc in small or bulk sizes, just shoot me a DM or email [contact@thirstyquaker.com](mailto:contact@thirstyquaker.com)

JC has the worst drivers! They’re either color blind or do not know how to read! When was it normalized that you can double park on a main street and block traffic?

And people at Hamilton Park need to pick up their dog’s shit! And people behind Newport need to start wearing deodorant and treat their women with respect!

I was born and raised in JC, and have also lived in union city and west New York.

Im a beginner driver and am really worried given all I hear about bad drivers.

I know it’s risky to ask this without expecting sarcasm and that’s okay- I do expect sarcastic and mean comments or funny ones even but am also wondering,

What are some actual helpful driving tips for people who want to drive safely in Jersey city and surrounding areas ?

I truly want to do well and be safe, for myself and others

If it’s helpful, I didn’t grow up with a car at all. Always took the light rail and Ubers and buses, but I learned to drive becuase I wanted to be able to help in an emergency and even take scenic drives to farms and places like that, not rely on Instacart or uber. I currently live in west side.

Who do you think has the best chinese food in Jersey city? I find myself going out of town to get Good chinese food. What places do you recommend in the city? Especially a good Egg Foo Yung

Hi! My fiance and I just moved to Jersey City. He’s Nigerian and I like to make dishes from his culture. I am planning on making Egusi…. Any suggestions on stores to get ingredients? Thanks!

Last year the Pavonia branch hosted a midnight showing of Rocky Horror Picture Show—free props and all! It was an amazing queer mess.

Found out they aren’t doing it again this year… does anyone know any other spots in jersey city that’s hosting a showing of Rocky Horror Show? Was hoping to make it an annual experience!

Hi

Is there any community spaces like the YMCA in the area that has rooms/spaces to book for solo practices? As a dancer indoor spaces are limited unless I pay $$$ just for an hour of solo floor space.

Some years ago, an octogenarian brought in a cat -- Inkling -- who had been living outside. Both cat and human greatly enjoyed each other's company. Sadly, the elderly woman suddenly died. When the landlord entered the apartment the next day and opened the windows, Inkling ran away. The apartment is on the second floor, but there's a the roof of an extension one story below. There's also a tree. It's not known if Inkling jumped out onto a branch or fell and still managed to get off the the lower roof. Whatever happened, there was no sign to be seen of Inkling.

The following Tuesday, a Metro Cat Rescue volunteer was bring food to the community cats. Just like two years ago, there was Inkling waiting for breakfast! Certainly now no longer acclimated to the cold, Inkling was brought to a foster. The little lady is again safe and warm and well fed. Metro Cat Rescue continues to care for Inkling.

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Please support Metro Cat Rescue! All too often I've had to spend my own grocery money to make sure that the cats were well fed. If Metro Cat Rescue had better facilities and a used SUV or van for transportation, there's so much more that we could do. Here's the Link to the Metro Cat Rescue GoFundMe Page:

https://www.gofundme.com/f/metro-cat-rescue

[MetroCatRescue@gmail.com](mailto:MetroCatRescue@gmail.com) is the address to use to donate through PayPal.

Metro Cat Rescue needs a bigger and better space. We also need the funds to hire someone -- at least -- part time to help with the chores.

Take a look at the Photos on the Metro Cat Rescue Facebook Page and you'll see just some of the many cats that we've helped.

https://www.facebook.com/MetroCatRescue

Instead of posting questions as comments, email inquiries to

[MetroCatRescue@gmail.com](mailto:MetroCatRescue@gmail.com)

Metro Cat Rescue always can use food and supplies. Here's the Link to the our Amazon Wish list:

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/D3HIJERAVBQF

http://MetroCatRescue.com

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