Mayor Fulop and Public Safety Director James Shea have appointed three Jersey City police officers to the rank of Detective following their heroic actions during the December 10th shooting. Police Officers Kendric Jackson, Mariela Fernandez, and Raymond Sanchez were appointed to Detective during a ceremony inside City Hall on Wednesday night. “I firmly believe the … [Read more...]
About Lynn Hazan
Filmmaker: Jerry Aquino
Jerry Aquino is a Jersey City-based director and cinematographer who recently worked on a film featured in the 2019 Chelsea Film Festival! Following the festival, we took some time to hear his experience and what inspired him to get into the film industry. What's your name and what do you do? My name is Jerry Aquino I’m a Creative Director and Director of Photography for … [Read more...]
ReciPEAS: Lynn’s Huge Vegan Salad with Tahini Dressing
Isn't it annoying when food bloggers write a whole back story before posting a fucking recipe?! like bitch IDC about how you used to live on a farm and that's where you fell in love with apples and here is your amazing crumble apple pie recipe... Well... Here's my backstory! LOL. It's so crazy that on the 6th year of writing this blog, I decide to bring things back to my … [Read more...]
Haven Adolescent Community Respite Center’s 3rd Annual Gala
The Haven Adolescent Community Respite Center (Haven) is celebrating another year serving Hudson County with a gala! Join them on January 15th for their annual gala celebrating a third year of providing services and support to youth and families. What is Haven? Haven provides programming and support to Hudson County adolescents and their families when conflict exposes … [Read more...]
Billboard on Lincoln Highway Sends a Loving Message
If you've taken a drive through 1&9 recently, you may have noticed a cute billboard with an uplifting message: "More Love = Less Hate. Humanity is the only way!" https://www.instagram.com/p/B7Gd5F8FY4-/ Years ago, Julian Rodriguez put together a social club –Black Squad– that eventually grew into a community-oriented organization that actively works toward … [Read more...]
7 bars we love on the Lower East Side
Plan a night out with friends or a cute date with your boo at one of these spots on the Lower East Side! Pianos 158 Ludlow St https://www.instagram.com/p/B4IVGyGlL5u/ Pianos is a great spot for a night out when you're in the mood for drinks and dancing. They have live music, DJs, and happy hour specials 7 days a week from 2PM to 7PM. Website: … [Read more...]
Liberty State Park rally opposing the Caven Point privatization
On January 11th at 11AM, there'll be a Liberty State Park Rally/Demonstration to support the Liberty State Park Protection Act and protest any proposed amendment allowing for the privatization of LSP’s Caven Point Natural Area. The rally will take place at LSP’s Flag Plaza (200 Morris Pesin Dr) at the eastern end of Pesin Dr. The Privatization amendment is pushed by … [Read more...]
Integrative Obstetrics & Maternal Resources
Sponsored Post
When I got pregnant with Mia over 7 years ago, I was living in Jersey City. At the time, I couldn't find a good local OB/GYN that specializes in obstetrics. I had to schlep all the way to the Upper East Side to see a doctor there. I loved her very much, she was great, but it would've been nice to have someone I could trust locally. Pregnancy is a monumental occasion in a … [Read more...]
An Interview With Mayor Steven Fulop
I did this interview back in May. I've been sitting on this post for months. You would think that an interview with THE Mayor of our city would go live as soon as the images, videos and transcripts were in my hands. But for some reason, I've been pushing this interview; this golden piece of content off because things got intense at ChicpeaJC. Let's rewind a little bit. I … [Read more...]
5 meal deliveries to get you started on your health journey
If you're looking for kickstart the year with healthy habits or just want to try some new foods this year, try out some meal plans offered in Jersey City! Here are 5 different meal deliveries in Jersey City to get you started. Whealth https://www.instagram.com/p/B6s9rvGHNDf/ Whealth offers weekly deliveries of 10-12 meals. You can mix and match the ingredients so you … [Read more...]
JC Designer Tyler breaks the internet on Project Runway
"Dinner with the Kushners"
ICYMI – Tyler, dear friend and great designer behind the stunning dress I wore to my anniversary event – was on Project Runway! As we recently found out in the last episode of Project Runway, he was eliminated. But not before making a viral-worthy, lighthearted comment toward model Karlie Kloss. https://twitter.com/evanrosskatz/status/1213090381665095680 While in the … [Read more...]
Joyce Watterman sworn in as Jersey City council president
As of this morning, Councilwoman Joyce Watterman made history as Jersey City's first African-American woman city council president! Joyce Watterman is a Jersey City native who has been on the city council since 2013 and founded Continuous Flow Christian Center on Monticello Ave. She's known for her great dedication to the community. She is also one of the most stylish people in … [Read more...]
FitPea Top 15 “Diet Hacks”
Ah 2020! It's a New Year, which means it's also get your ass to the gym and on a diet season. I seriously hate the connotation behind the word "diet." I don't really believe in the concept of self-deprivation to reach our goals. Health and fitness is a way of life and healthy habits need to be part of your day-to-day. Dieting culture makes us obsessed with food, makes us … [Read more...]
