Secaucus is set to become a ring of surveillance, with the Town Council announcing a plan to install cameras at all entrances and exits. While officials tout the move as a proactive measure against auto theft, some residents are raising concerns about privacy implications. The $500,000 project will see cameras equipped with license plate reader […]
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Buses carrying migrants arrive at NJ train stations; Secaucus mayor expresses concerns
SECAUCUS, NJ – A total of 23 buses carrying 1,017 migrants arrived at train stations across New Jersey, with 11 buses and 953 migrants passing through Secaucus Junction, Mayor Michael Gonnelli announced today. While most migrants continued their journey to New York City by train, 64 traveled to other locations, raising concerns about the potential […]
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Migrants Bused to Secaucus Train Station to Bypass NYC Executive Order
Four buses carrying migrants bound for New York City were dropped off at Secaucus Junction train station yesterday, according to Secaucus officials. This apparent attempt to circumvent Mayor Adams’ recent executive order, which regulates the arrival of migrant buses in the city, has raised concerns among local authorities. Mayor Gonnelli expressed his belief that bus […]
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Gonnelli Endorses Tammy Murphy for Senate
Secaucus, NJ – Mayor Michael Gonnelli has endorsed Tammy Murphy for the 2024 Senate election. Gonnelli’s endorsement comes on the heels of Murphy’s official campaign announcement, where she outlined her vision for a more equitable and prosperous New Jersey. Murphy emphasized her commitment to fighting for affordable healthcare, expanding access to quality education, and protecting the environment. […]
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Mori Tract to be Cleared for Warehouse Development
Secaucus, NJ – The Mori tract, a 128-acre parcel of land abutting Park Plaza Drive and Paterson Plank Road, is being cleared for development. The tract, which is owned by Hartz Mountain Industries, Inc., is the largest remaining open space in Secaucus. Hartz Mountain is working with the New Jersey Sports and Exposition Authority (NJSEA) on plans […]
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American Dream’s Giant LED Screen: Eyesore or Beacon of Hope?
East Rutherford, NJ – The American Dream mall has started testing a massive LED screen on the exterior of its Nickelodeon Universe theme park. Featuring over 10 million pixels, the digital billboard is one of the largest in New Jersey. Some Secaucus residents are worried that the screen will be too bright and that it could make […]
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Sleepless in Secaucus: Beyoncé’s Concert Keeps Residents Up
Secaucus, NJ – Residents of Secaucus were kept up late on Saturday and Sunday night by the loud bass beats from Beyoncé concert at MetLife Stadium. The concerts went from 8:00 PM to 11:30 PM on Saturday and 8:00 PM to 11:45 PM on Sunday. According to a Facebook post by Debbie Kroll Gonzalez, the […]
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Secaucus Residents Hit With $258 Tax Hike
Secaucus, NJ – Secaucus residents are facing a $258 tax hike after the Town Council voted unanimously to raise taxes on June 27. The increase is necessary to offset rising costs for insurance, debt service, and pensions. The average assessed home value in Secaucus is $178,101, so the tax hike will represent a 1.4% increase […]