Written by Maria Baab Late last year, residents of Jersey City were struck with panic as a local publication unleashed a headline stating that carcinogenic contaminants are prevalent in Jersey City tap water. Citing data from nonprofit organization the Environmental Working Group (EWG), Daniel Hubbard reports that chromium was detected at 0.0468 ppb for Jersey […]
Exploring The Estuary – A look at what’s really in the Hudson River
While Jersey City is a bustling hub of cool things to do with easy access to NYC, it is also home to a major state park. A few weekends ago, I had the opportunity to do some exploring and what better place to do it than Liberty State Park! Now I admit, diving into the […]
Weekend Getaway: Ramapo Mountain State Forest
As dog-friendly and wonderful as Jersey City living is, sometimes our furry friends need to get out, see the world and stretch their legs a little. Lucky for us, there are plenty of destinations under an hour away that make perfect mini-getaways for canines. First on the list, dog-tested by yours truly, is Ramapo Mountain […]
Free Kayaking Day at The Jersey City Reservoir
Did you know that you can go kayaking and fishing in Jersey City? No, I’m not referring to various spots at the waterfront. Right in the middle of Jersey City Heights is a hidden gem. Behind those stone walls you’ve probably driven by between Summit and Central Avenue sits reservoir number three. I’ve lived in […]