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Jersey City, NJ
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$176M Revamp Of Hoboken Waterfront Under Way (NEW
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After more than 15 years, work has begun on the Hoboken waterfront's revitalization project. Hoboken Mayor Ravi Bhalla shared new renderings of project costing $176 million in state funding, and called it a "long time coming." Some additional renderings of what will become the new Hoboken Terminal, as a part of a major redevelopment project undertaken in partnership w/ @GovMurphy & LCOR. The project will include new retail & office space, a revitalized Warrington Plaza, new modern bus terminal + more. pic.twitter.com/XDlnt0jdS2 — Ravinder S. Bhalla (@RaviBhalla) October 8, 2022 …
Elizabeth, NJ
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Shuttered Lord & Taylor Store Could Become Bustling Downtown For This North Jersey Town
The shuttered Lord & Taylor store in one North Jersey township is in the process of being transformed into a vibrant and bustling downtown area. The department store's owner, HBC, along with Streetworks Development, presented their plan for the 730,000-square-foot space and municipal lots known as "One Westfield Place" at the Westfield council meeting Tuesday, Sept. 20. Mayor Shelley Brindle said the project could be historic, and is the culmination of more than three years of collaboration and community input. Brindle noted an increased urgency to revitalize the downtown afte…
Alexandria, VA
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Amazon Funds $150 Million Affordable Housing Project In Washington DC
Amazon is partnering up with D.C. developers to build over 1,200 affordable housing units — a nearly $150 million project. Half of the units will be for low-income families and many of them will be located in close proximity to a metro station. Amazon's D.C. project, which comes after the company funded housing projects in Prince George's County, Montgomery County, and Fairfax County, will cost the company $147 million in funding. "Through our accelerated program, we're supporting emerging minority developers doing great work in the affordable housing space." Director of the Ama…
Alexandria, VA
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New Library, Affordable Apartments Could Be On Horizon In Reston
Developer Foulger-Pratt may be able to move forward with their proposal for a brand new Reston library and affordable apartment units, FFXnow reported. In October 2021, Foulger-Pratt submitted an unsolicited proposal to the county government with potential plans for a new 40,000-square-foot library, along with about 350 affordable housing units in two buildings with structured parking, the website said. The Fairfax County Redevelopment and Housing Authority called for other private developers to submit their proposals for this project, as well, reports said. A public hearing is …
Brentwood, NY
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Construction Begins On $33M Affordable Housing Development In East Hampton
Dozens of energy-efficient apartments are being constructed on Long Island as part of a $33 million project to create more affordable housing. Gov. Kathy Hochul announced on Wednesday, Aug. 17, that construction is underway on Three Mile Harbor, a housing development of 50 apartments that will offer affordable family homes in the East Hampton Union Free School District. "My administration remains steadfast in our commitment to creating affordable housing for all New Yorkers that is high-quality and sustainable," Hochul said. "Three Mile Harbor will create 50 new, energy-efficient homes and …
Bedford, NY
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New Polls Shed Light On Race In Redrawn Congressional District Representing Much Of Westchester
New York Congressman Sean Patrick Maloney is enjoying a comfortable lead over State Sen. Alessandra Biaggi in the battle to be the Democratic nominee for the newly redrawn 17th Congressional District. Two new internal polls reported by POLITICO show Maloney with double digit leads over Biaggi in the primary race, with Maloney’s polling showing him beating her by 34 points, 52 percent to 18 percent. Previous Report: Maloney Faces Primary Challenger In Newly Redrawn District Representing Much Of Westchester However, the second poll, commissioned by Biaggi’s campaign, shows her down by 1…
Jersey City, NJ
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Shaq Gets Nostalgic During Jersey City Visit
Shaquille O'Neal stopped by his old Jersey City stomping grounds. The NBA legend posted a series of photos to his Instagram page that show him standing outside of the Oak Street home across from PS 14. View this post on Instagram A post shared by DR. SHAQUILLE O'NEAL Ed.D. (@shaq) "Chilltown JC guess who's back #OAKST BOYZ no 14 school love y'all," he wrote. O'Neal has been in the area as he unveils his Newark projects. One, the refurbishment of the David L. Warner Park's basketball courts dubbed "Comebaq Court." The other, the 777 McCarte…
Mahwah-Ramsey, NJ
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Mulch Fire Doused Outside Mahwah Housing Development
Firefighters doused a mulch blaze that spread to a Mahwah affordable housing development before it could do severe damage. The two-alarm fire broke out at the Ramapo Brae development off Stag Hill Road near Route 287 and the Ramapo RIver around 8:30 p.m. Friday, April 29. Township firefighters doused the Brae Lane blaze after it extended to one of the buildings. The main body was knocked down shortly after 9 p.m. and the fire was declared under control under an hour later. No injuries were reported. The official cause wasn't immediately determined. Mutual aid responders either at t…
Towson, MD
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Baltimore Mayor Dedicates $100 Million To City Housing Initiatives
Baltimore has taken another big step in combatting housing insecurities and disparities throughout the city. Mayor Brandon M. Scott announced Friday that $100 million in American Rescue Plan Act funding will go toward the city’s affordable housing initiatives and other related projects. This is now the largest allocation of ARPA funds by the mayor for housing and homeless initiatives and brings the total count of money dedicated to tackling housing insecurity to a near $200 million. Today, I announced $100M in ARPA funding to holistically address the issues of vacant properties, ho…
Middletown, NJ
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Ex-Jersey Shore Administrator Admits Stealing $450K From Affordable Housing Group: Prosecutor
A former administrator of a Jersey Shore-based affordable housing organization admitted stealing nearly $450,000 from the non-profit, authorities said. The Affordable Housing Alliance provides housing, support, and services to low- and middle-income families in Monmouth, Ocean and Middlesex counties. Debra Agresti, 59, of Long Branch was sentenced to five years in New Jersey State Prison on Friday after pleading guilty to the thefts over the course of nearly seven years, according to Acting Monmouth County Prosecutor Lori Linskey. Agresti reportedly admitted that while working for th…
Eastchester, NY
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Former Mayor In Westchester To Run For NYS Assembly
A former mayor in Northern Westchester announced his intention to run for a seat in the New York State Assembly. Former Peekskill Mayor Andre Rainey announced that he would run for New York State Assembly in the 95th District to replace longtime Assemblywoman Sandra Galef, who announced she would be retiring after serving two decades in office on Monday, Jan. 10. The 95th district includes parts of Peekskill, Cortlandt, and Ossining in Westchester, as well as Phillipstown and Kent in Putnam County. If elected, Rainey, a Democrat, would be the first African American to ever hold that Assem…
Tappan-Blauvelt, NY
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The Preservation Company Announces Executive Director
The Preservation Company, a non-profit 501 (c)(3) organization founded by Sun River Health in 1987 to help address the housing crisis in Westchester County, has announced Christopher Quinones as Executive Director, effective December 1, 2021. Mr. Quinones will lead the organization following the historic 34-year involvement and tenure of the Reverend Jeannette J. Phillips and will provide support during a year of critical strategic planning to seize new opportunities arising from a wider acknowledgement and understanding of the direct links between housing and good health. “I know Mr. Quino…
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