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What's up Jersey City! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How will Trenton's new veto power affect Jersey City finances?
  • What's coming with Liberty Science Center's massive new Supernova expansion?
  • What 321 new Marion apartments could mean for Jersey City housing

Also on today's calendar: Frank Vincent Marina Flea & Collectible Market and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why are crows so alert and curious? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Heavy rain and a thunderstorm, with a high of 82 and low of 69 degrees.
  • Monday: Sunshine; nice, less humid, temps: high: 78, low: 59.
  • Tuesday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 74 and low of 63 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Jersey City Council OKs new terms for $105M state loan with Trenton veto power (hudsoncountyview.com) — Jersey City's council has approved new terms for a $105 million state loan, extending repayment to 16 years but giving Trenton veto power over key labor and fiscal agreements. Local officials must now craft a five-year fiscal recovery plan, while state oversight could affect tax abatements, union contracts, and the city's already higher 15.15 municipal tax rate.
   

2. Liberty Science Center Breaks Ground On $40M Expansion With New Exhibits (hobokengirl.com) — Liberty Science Center in Jersey City has just broken ground on a $40 million "Supernova" expansion that will add outdoor exhibits like a goat playground, river otter habitat, and a 9/11 memorial garden. The project will also upgrade the planetarium, Hudson River exhibits, and accessibility features, though some areas, including the Jennifer Chalsty Planetarium, are temporarily closed this month during renovations.
   

3. Massive $20M development deal in Jersey City clears the way for 321 new apartments (nj.com subscription) — A nearly $20 million land deal in Jersey City's Marion section has cleared the way for 321 mixed-income apartments, including affordable units, plus parking and public open space at 166 Van Wagenen Avenue. With municipal approvals already in place, this project marks another significant phase of redevelopment beyond the city's waterfront and Journal Square, potentially reshaping housing options for local residents.
   

4. Hudson-Bergen Light Rail Guide: Stops, Fares & Tips (hudsonreporter.com) — If you rely on the Hudson-Bergen Light Rail to get around Jersey City, this guide breaks down exactly how the lines, fares, and Bayonne Flyer work through local neighborhoods and waterfront stops. It explains which trains skip certain Jersey City stations, how to avoid costly fare mistakes, and where to connect to PATH, ferries, and buses for daily commutes or weekend trips.
   

5. Abandoned By His Dad, An Arab Boy Came To Jersey City At Age 11. Then Sept. 11 Happened (patch.com) — A longtime Jersey City resident, who arrived from Egypt at age 11, shares how local public schools and community support helped him grow from a struggling immigrant kid on the West Side into a U.S. diplomat. His story, tied to the legacy of Sept. 11, highlights both prejudice he faced and the opportunities Jersey City and America provided his family.
   

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  • JPMorgan Chase posted a job opening for Life Insurance Specialist - VP in Jersey City. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Jersey City here.

Ok Jersey City! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: They start each day with a cup of caw-fee. (Thank you Curt K. for sending it in!)
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