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1. NJ Pizza Restaurant Makes Food And Wine List Of '9 Hottest New Pizzerias' (patch.com) — Food & Wine has spotlighted One World Pizza on Baldwin Avenue as one of the “9 Hottest New Pizzerias in the US,” putting Jersey City’s McGinley Square in the national food spotlight. The owners highlight globally inspired toppings like bulgogi, jerk brisket, and kimchi cream, underscoring the city’s culinary diversity and growing reputation as a foodie destination.
2. Longtime Jersey City Police Officer Johnny Mack Dies (patch.com) — Jersey City is mourning longtime police officer Johnny Mack, who served the community for 21 years before his non-work-related death this week. City leaders, including Mayor James Solomon and top public safety officials, praised his dedication, noting his service across multiple districts and his family’s deep roots in the police department.
3. Jersey City Council Approves Xena for 1st Legal Cannabis Lounge in City (headynj.com) — Jersey City has cleared Xena dispensary in McGinley Square to open the city’s first legal cannabis consumption lounge, pending final state approval. Council members reviewed hours, ventilation, school proximity, and tax issues while also moving to withdraw a separate lounge proposal tied to unpaid taxes, making Xena the first such venue in both Jersey City and Hudson County.
4. Jersey City Council withdraws Morris Canal redevelopment study after voicing doubts (hudsoncountyview.com) — Jersey City’s council has pulled back a proposed new study of the Morris Canal redevelopment plan, after residents and several members raised concerns about losing community benefits like a center, open space, and affordable housing. The move pauses a new developer’s six-story concept near Berry Lane Park while officials seek clearer community input and more detailed work from the administration.
5. Jersey City Council votes 7-2 to appoint Peter Vincent recreation director (hudsoncountyview.com) — Jersey City’s council has voted 7–2 to appoint native Peter Vincent as director of Recreation and Youth Development, while longtime coach Tommy Best moves into a senior community relations role. The debate highlighted concerns about department diversity, the future of recreation programming, and how well city leadership reflects and serves Jersey City’s neighborhoods.
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