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USPS Five Corners to close?

Del — Mon, 01 Aug 2011 18:20:18 +0000

USPS Five Corners and USPS Journal Square

More than two years ago when the news about USPS trimming down offices across New Jersey first broke, I wondered, which of these two branches here in Journal Square will get the boot?

The question has been answered: USPS Five Corners on Newark Avenue is being considered for closure.

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JSQ Branch vs Five Corners

I’ve been living here in Journal Square district of JC for almost a decade now, and I honestly admit that I’ve never used the Five Corners branch on Newark Avenue for a good reason: it is farther from where I live.

However, I had driven seniors there and had heard good testimonials from other people as well. The place didn’t seem too busy. Maybe because the place is smaller and sandwiched between two other establishments in a busy neighborhood. This USPS station is hard to notice if you are a new resident.

On the other hand, the USPS station on Bergen Avenue is a thriving branch as its location – for me – is better: near PATH Station, near the square, it is basically in the heart of the district. Reason why lines are longer (still can’t beat DMV/MVC though :P ). My complaint here for the longest time is this: why are some of the windows closed? There are five windows there which include the parcel window, but most of the time I’d been there, only two were open.

Do you still use the post office?

My quick answer is YES. I pay my bills online, shop online, and write letters via email. But some of my personal businesses are still sent/received via USPS, as I find it much cheaper if I don’t mind the “quickness” of delivery. Would I miss it if the USPS closes? Probably not, because I am aware of other services available for me and I can use them whenever it is necessary.

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Memorial Day at Harsimus Cemetery

Del — Mon, 31 May 2010 03:01:36 +0000

If you’re looking for a Memorial Day event tomorrow, try the Observance Ceremony at Harsimus Cemetery on Newark Avenue, east of Journal Square going Downtown Jersey City.

The Historic Jersey City and Harsimus Cemetery will honor the fallen heroes at 12PM. There will be Memorial Day Ceremony & Musical Performances and the event will be attended by various city/state officials, and civic groups. Refreshments will be served during this free event.

Memorial Day Observance Ceremony
When: May 31, 2010 12PM
Where: Harsimus Cemetery
Address: 435 Newark Avenue, Jersey City
Web: http://www.jerseycitycemetery.org/

Special invited guests: Senator Brian Stack, Mayor Jeremiah Healy, Hudson County Executive Thomas DeGise, JC Council President Peter Brennan, JC Councilman Steve Fulop, The Lincoln Association, the Lafayette AmVets, The George Washington Commemorative Association, and a very special Musical Performance by Chimene Petitt & Paula Brown & Friends

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Finally Open: Taj Mahal Restaurant Jersey City

Del — Tue, 11 May 2010 19:15:19 +0000

Taj Mahal - Newark Avenue Entrance (taken May 9, 2010)

Taj Mahal Restaurant on Newark Avenue (just off of Five Corners) finally opens in Journal Square after more than 2 years of construction. What took them so long, I don’t know. The Indian Cuisine has two entrances: one on Newark Avenue (main) and another on Summit Avenue.

Taj Mahal Restaurant – Romance in Dining
Description: Restaurant, Fine Dining, Indian Cuisine
Address: 663 Newark Avenue, Jersey City 07306
Phone: (201)963-9100

Rating: 6.0/10 (1 vote cast)

Now Open: Apna Bazaar Cash and Carry in Jersey City

Del — Fri, 07 May 2010 17:10:11 +0000

APNA BAZAAR Cash and Carry finally opened yesterday (May 6, 2010) after what seems an eternity of building construction. This Apna Bazaar is different from the one on Newark Avenue, just a couple of blocks north of Indian Square.

Original post after the jump ….

[Original Post: Sept. 21, 2009]

Now we know what type of business will replace the defunct Tiffin Box. Although the construction isn’t finished yet, the building on John F. Kennedy Blvd (between Cottage Street and Newark Avenue) now has a sign that says “Coming Soon: Apna Bazar” — a grocery and a place where you can buy fresh fruits and vegetables.

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CBA Orientation for Filipino Entrepreneurs

Del — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 23:45:04 +0000

Rising Tide Capital, Inc. is inviting all Filipinos in Jersey City to attend their FREE orientation this coming Saturday, April 17, 2010 at Five Corners Library on Newark Avenue. So if you’re planning or thinking of starting your own business but you don’t know how, give this orientation a shot. RSVP now if you are interested, as space is limited.

Orientation: Learn how to Start and Grow a Successful Business!
Description: Event/Orientation
When: April 17, 2010 2PM – 3PM
Where: Five Corners Library (Mildred H. Hunke Auditorium)
Address: 678 Newark Avenue, Jersey City (just off of Five Corners)
Contact: RSVP 201-432-4316

More details here

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9/11 Conspiracy Theory Film at Five Corners Library

Del — Thu, 07 Jan 2010 18:08:56 +0000

If you are one of those who feel that there’s some sort of mystery to September 11 (9/11) terrorist attack eight years ago, you might want to see this film documentary at Five Corners Library this Saturday.

This event is sponsored by Jersey City Peace Movement, a group of activists that gather at the square every last Sunday of the month to promote peace.

Daniel Sunjata, the film narrator, will make a special appearance. Question and answer will follow after the film screening.

9/11 Documentary – Loose Change 9/11: An American Coup
Description: Film showing, documentary, conspiracy theory
When: January 9, 2010 1PM – 4:30PM
Where: Five Corners Branch Library
Address: 678 Newark Avenue, Jersey City 07306
Phone: (201)547-4543

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Boulevard Dangerous to PED XING

Del — Thu, 07 Jan 2010 02:30:48 +0000

Pedestrians crossing Journal Square corner Bergen Av-John F. Kennedy Blvd.

Crossing John F. Kennedy Boulevard? Don’t forget to look left and right before doing so! According to Hudson News, “Kennedy Boulevard and Avenue C are Hudson County’s most dangerous roads for pedestrians ….”

…The Tri-State Transportation Campaign released an analysis of pedestrian deaths from 2006 to 2008.

There were 22 pedestrian casualties during that time period. Four of those casualties, all in 2007, happened on Kennedy Boulevard, with two in both Jersey City and Union City and one in Bayonne….

Here in Journal Square area, I remember one woman who was struck by a truck last September at the corner of JFK Blvd and Newark Avenue. News said that she’s been moved to ICU of JC Medical Center the following day.

Do you feel nervous walking by the boulevard? To me, the intersection of Sip Avenue-JFK Boulevard is hard to cross: the road is wider, the drivers always try to run the red light, and vehicles are piling up especially during the afternoon rush hour!

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Jersey City Food: Kultural Kuisines on the Boulevard

Del — Sun, 03 Jan 2010 04:16:14 +0000

Kultural Kuisines opened late November of 2009. So why exactly am I posting this restaurant? Well, it is because this place has been the home of two previous failed restaurants (can you guess without clicking the link?) in a span of 1 year. Makes me wonder: For how long will this business stay open?

Kultural Kuisines
Description: Indian Cuisine, restaurant, fastfood, curries, wraps, indo-chinese
Address: 2986 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, Jersey City 07306 (off of Newark Ave)
Phone: (201)792-2300

Rating: 7.0/10 (1 vote cast)

“Sunrise, Sunset: Looking For William” at Jersey City Library

Del — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 19:51:09 +0000

Do you have Filipino friends here in Jersey City? If so, please pass this post to them if they have nothing to do tomorrow: an invitation to watch the play “Sunrise, Sunset: Looking For William”

Sunrise, Sunset: Looking for William
Description: Stage Play
Where: Five Corners Library – 678 Newark Avenue, Jersey City 07306
When: November 07, 2009 2PM

Tomorrow, this play about Filipinos in America – written and directed by Tino Aquino Capili – will be staged at Five Corners Library. It has been staged three times before, and tomorrow might be the last. The play has received an excellent review from an award-winning Filipino writer Dr. Jorshinelle Taleon-Sonza.

This event is also recommended for Non-Filipinos who want to understand Filipino culture and history, or who want to gain insights of who Filipinos truly are.

I hope to see fellow Filipinos tomorrow and Jersey City residents who are interested in this type of event.

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Jersey City Crime: Dickinson Students In Trouble

Del — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 00:15:26 +0000

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Three boys got in trouble with cops yesterday on unrelated incidents near Dickinson High School (Newark Avenue and Palisade Avenue, Jersey City | Map).

The following are the charges:

alleged robbery – 17-year old boy – Newark and Palisade Avenues
alleged drug possession – 17-year old – McPherson Place and Newark Avenue
alleged assault and drug possession – another boy – Baldwin and Pavonia Avenues

Read the rest for the news …

3 Dickinson High School students arrested after school, Jersey City cops say

By Michaelangelo Conte/The Jersey Journal
October 23, 2009, 7:39PM

Jersey City police patrolling outside Dickinson High School after school this afternoon because of a threatened gang fight arrested three students on unrelated charges and confiscated six bags of suspected marijuana and 51 vials of suspected cocaine, officials said….

…On Thursday two gangs, the Marion Boys and the Duncan Boys, had squared off, prompting yesterday’s extra police presence, officials said.

Full News Source: Jersey Journal

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