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1. ICE Agent And Suspect Struck By Hit-And-Run Driver In Jersey City: Officials (patch.com) — An ICE agent and the person he was chasing were both struck by a hit-and-run driver in Jersey City, suffering minor injuries and later appearing at Jersey City Medical Center. City officials stress local police only handled the accident report and did not assist ICE, reflecting ongoing concerns about federal immigration operations in Hudson County neighborhoods.
2. Rain Estimates Rise For Jersey City During Nor'easter: See Preparations, Forecast (patch.com) — Jersey City is under hazardous weather, coastal flood, and wind advisories this weekend as a nor'easter brings heavy rain, high tides, and gusts near 40 mph. City crews are clearing catch basins, storm operations are activated, and residents are urged to sign up for Alert JC, report flooding issues, avoid flooded roads and basements, and keep key emergency numbers handy.
3. Jersey City Designates September as Nepal Heritage Month (tapinto.net) — Jersey City has officially designated every September as Nepal Heritage Month, honoring the city's growing Nepali community and its cultural, civic, and economic contributions. Local council members also voiced solidarity with Nepal after recent climate-related flooding and encouraged Jersey City schools, businesses, and community groups to host educational and cultural programs tied to Nepali traditions and holidays.
4. Why New York Developers Are Looking Across the Hudson to Jersey City (offthemrkt.com) — Jersey City's proximity to Manhattan and strong transit network are drawing more New York developers to build housing and commercial projects in neighborhoods from the waterfront to Journal Square. That growth is reshaping streets, traffic, and local businesses, while also raising questions about safety, infrastructure, and how new construction fits into existing Jersey City communities.
5. Jersey City Cocktail Festival is Saturday, October 3rd (newjerseyisntboring.com) — Jersey City residents can sample more than 100 whiskies, spirits, and cocktails at the Jersey City Cocktail Festival on Saturday, Oct. 3, at Harborside Atrium on Hudson Street. The evening includes tastings, live music, games, and local food vendors, with discounted tickets available through Eventbrite using a promo code.
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