The Hoboken Girl Team 
It’s officially April, temperatures are rising, and cherry blossoms are in full bloom across New Jersey. It has been another week of news in Hudson County, and we’ve got all the headlines to get you caught up, as we do every week — from all around the internet. Among the local news: a new bakery, Ivory Baking Co., opens in uptown Hoboken; film crews were spotted in Jersey City for new action thriller, The Florist; and the corner of 2nd + Adams Streets in Hoboken is being renamed ‘Losurdo’s Way.’ Keep reading for all the news in Hoboken + Jersey City for the week ending on April 6th, 2025.
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Among the Headlines (read on for the full stories + more):
- Furever Fresh Opens Second Location in Jersey City with Daycare Services
- The Hive Launches Salted Caramel Butterfinger Cinnamon Rolls + Lattes
- New Bakery, Ivory Baking Co., Opens in Uptown Hoboken
- Corner of 2nd + Adams Streets in Hoboken to Be Renamed ‘Losurdo’s Way’
- Eggs Up Opens in Jersey City’s Bergen-Lafayette Neighborhood
- Hoboken’s First-Ever Tern Parade Taking Place Through 6/1
- Skincuress, Buccal Massage + Facial Expert, to Open in Hoboken
- Chinese Noodle Shop, Ji Bei Chuan, to Open in Jersey City
- Team Behind Rumba’s Cafe Opening New Jersey City Restaurant on Newark Avenue
- Madi’s Matcha to Host Workshop at Bloomie Flower Studio in Hoboken
Furever Fresh Opens Second Location in Jersey City with Daycare Services
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A beloved Hoboken dog groomer, Furever Fresh, has expanded its spa-like sanctuary to a second location in Jersey City. The new facility, located at 25 Senate Place, is a pet-friendly paradise with full-service grooming and a new daycare center. Click here for more.
The Hive Launches Salted Caramel Butterfinger Cinnamon Rolls + Lattes
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Local coffee and bakeshop, The Hive, has partnered with Butterfinger to take the candy bar’s brand-new Salted Caramel innovation to a whole new level. This collaboration transforms the new flavor profile into two limited-edition menu items. From Friday, April 4th through the end of April, The Hive locations in Hoboken and Jersey City will feature a Salted Caramel Peanut Butter Cinnamon Roll made with Butterfinger and a Salted Caramel Butterfinger-Flavored Latte, with the cinnamon rolls available only from Friday to Sunday.
New Bakery, Ivory Baking Co., Opens in Uptown Hoboken
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Ivory Baking Co. is now officially open in Hoboken as of late March 2025. This baking company specializes in custom cakes, cookies, and cupcakes. On its Instagram are designs of custom birthday and other event desserts — including a custom Coach cake for Megan Thee Stallion. Click here for more.
Corner of 2nd + Adams Streets in Hoboken to Be Renamed ‘Losurdo’s Way’
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In December 2024, Losurdo’s said goodbye to Hoboken, permanently closing its 2nd Street location. Just a few months later, the City of Hoboken is renaming the northeast corner of 2nd and Adams Streets — where Losurdo Bros once stood — “Losurdo’s Way.” The renaming ceremony was slated place this weekend on Saturday, April 5th, but has since been postponed due to the weather forecast. A new date will be announced soon. Click here for more.
Eggs Up Opens in Jersey City’s Bergen-Lafayette Neighborhood
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At the Atlas residential building, Eggs Up recently made its debut in Chilltown. The new breakfast cafe is located at 270 Johnston Street, and serves breakfast sandwiches, coffee, and pastries. Click here for more.
Hoboken’s First-Ever Tern Parade Taking Place Through 6/1
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Hoboken’s official honorary bird, the Common Tern, has its own library card and will soon have its own parade throughout town. Local advocacy group Our Tern has been working to raise awareness about the Tern and its habitat, which is the marshy waterfront alongside Hoboken’s shoreline. In honor of the Tern’s role in Hoboken’s ecosystem, Our Tern has partnered with the Hoboken Business Alliance, local artists, local businesses, and community groups to put on a Tern Parade this spring. The event is a community-wide art activation with fun events for residents of all ages, taking place from April 1st through June 1st. Click here for more.
Skincuress, Buccal Massage + Facial Expert, to Open in Hoboken
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The newest beauty business to announce its future in Hoboken is Skincuress, a skincare spa run by facial expert Jill Colon, providing lymphatic facial and massage treatments. With its previous location in Union, New Jersey, Skincuress plans to open this upcoming May. Click here for more.
Team Behind Rumba’s Cafe Opening New Jersey City Restaurant on
Newark Avenue
The team behind Rumba’s Cafe — who also run Rumba Cubana — will open a third restaurant in Jersey City’s Journal Square neighborhood at 564 Newark Avenue. Click here for more.
Madi’s Matcha to Host Workshop at Bloomie Flower Studio in Hoboken
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Madi’s Matcha is a pop-up cafe serving northern New Jersey and New York City. It specializes in first-harvest matcha and drinks using house-made ingredients. Madi’s Matcha will host a workshop at Bloomie Flower Studio at 107 4th Street in Hoboken on April 13th from 2PM-4PM. Participants will learn how to create a floral arrangement and make a custom handcrafted matcha drink. The event is also open to those who want to stop by just for the matcha. Click here to purchase tickets.
Hoboken + Jersey City Jersey Avenue Closure Postponed for JC Marathon
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As a part of the next phase of the Rebuild by Design Project, Jersey Avenue between Harrison Street in Hoboken and 18th Street in Jersey City will be closed 24 hours a day for approximately one month to install the foundation of the Resist structure’s sliding gate across Jersey Avenue. The work was slated to begin on or around March 31st, 2025, but now, the closure is being postponed to an unannounced date for the upcoming Jersey City Marathon. Click here for more.
New Cannabis Dispensary, Nile, Opens in West New York
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Nile cannabis dispensary recently opened at 5411 Bergenline Avenue in West New York, one of the few marijuana businesses operating in North Hudson. Nile co-founder Leland O’Connor noted that there has been a great demand in the area for a legal dispensary. Many customers want to try new cannabis strains and infused creams for pain, which the dispensary is eager to provide.
Film Crews Spotted in Jersey City for New Action Thriller, The Florist
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A new action thriller called The Florist is filming in Hoboken and Jersey City from the end of March until the end of April, per NJ.com. Starring Kiefer Sutherland — best known for his roles in 24, Designated Survivor, Phone Booth, and many more — his character Carl Rikker is a florist and assassin who finds himself protecting a young girl in danger. The movie also stars French cinema star Jean Reno, known for his roles in Léon: The Professional, Mission: Impossible (1996), and more. Crews for the film were spotted in downtown Jersey City around noon on Tuesday, April 1st. Dennis Quaid was seen filming in Jersey City on April 2nd, and crews shared with HG readers that he is set to star in the film. Click here for more.
Hoboken Landlords Now Required to Provide Tenants With Mandatory Disclosures for Rent Increases Over 10%
On Wednesday, April 2nd, the Hoboken City Council unanimously passed a new rent control ordinance in Hoboken that aims to increase transparency and protect tenants. Under the new law, Hoboken landlords who are increasing rent by more than 10% must disclose certain information with tenants — including an itemized breakdown of costs associated with the increase, among other things. Click here for more.
Trackside Joe Cafe Soft Opens at Hoboken Terminal
Mile Square commuters can now enjoy coffee drinks and quick bites while they wait for their PATH trains. Trackside Jo Cafe, serving lattes, signature beverages, and food options, has soft-opened in the Hoboken Terminal at 1 Hudson Place and can be found near the entrance to the waiting area. Click here for more.
Body Found at Hoboken’s Pier C Identified as Murder Victim
On Sunday, March 23rd, 2025, Pier C Park in Hoboken was closed as law enforcement responded to reports of a body in the water. Now, the body has been identified as Julio Flores, 23, of Passaic. This comes after a Lodi man was charged in February in connection with Julio’s disappearance after a shooting at the Castle Point Skate Park in Hoboken. Click here for more.
Hoboken Mac + Cheese Fest Returns for 2025
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An annual event returned to the Mile Square this weekend. The Mac + Cheese Festival took place this year on Saturday, April 5th in Hoboken. The event was presented by Hoboken Happy Hours, and was held as a food crawl this year. Click here for more.
Signage Going Up for Sweetgreen in Hoboken
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After opening its first New Jersey outpost in Jersey City in 2020, salad chain Sweetgreen is making its way to the Mile Square. An application on an upcoming Hoboken Historic Preservation Committee meeting agenda pointed to Sweetgreen coming to 218 Washington Street in Hoboken in 2024 when we first reported on it. And just this week in April 2025, signage was spotted at the former Drybar space where it’s slated to open. Click here for more.
Artisan Market Main Street Pops Moving to 2 New Hoboken Locations
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A popular Hoboken event for shopping local artists and makers is moving to two new locations. Main Street Pops, which has been hosting its markets under the 14th Street Viaduct in Hoboken for several years, announced earlier this spring that it will now be relocating to the 770 Jackson Street Plaza and the Pier A Walkway in the Mile Square. The first artisan market in the new location took place on Sunday, April 6th. Click here for more.
Hoboken Baby Parade Returning to the Mile Square on 5/10
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The Hoboken Baby Parade returns after a several-year break on May 10th and is a fundraiser for the Hoboken Historical Museum. The parade will begin at the Sinatra Park Amphitheater at 340 Sinatra Drive and feature an awards ceremony for over four costume categories. Click here for more.
Nest Seekers Signage Spotted at Former Art Gallery Space in Hoboken
A longtime civic association and art gallery space at 1200 Washington Street in Hoboken is being replaced by a real estate agency, according to signage that appeared in the windows last week. Per Patch Hoboken, for many years, the location hosted the Beth Mason Civic League and doubled as an art gallery. The windows now have signage from Nest Seekers International.
Chinese Noodle Shop, Ji Bei Chuan, to Open in Jersey City
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Ji Bei Chuan, a Chinese rice noodle shop, will be opening its second New Jersey outpost in Jersey City later this year. The location is currently under construction at 362 Grove Street. The restaurant specializes in rice noodle dishes that can be customized with various proteins ranging from brisket to shrimp to pork belly plus toppings.
HCCC Launches Film Academy Course in Jersey City
Hudson County Community College is partnering with the New Jersey Film Academy to train the next generation of filmmakers in Jersey City. HCCC is one of the first community colleges to participate in a new statewide initiative launched to train students for careers in film and television production. Supported by the New Jersey Council of County Colleges and the New Jersey Business and Industry Association under the New Jersey Pathways to Career Opportunities program, this initiative provides students with the skills needed to succeed in the growing local entertainment industry. Click here for more information and to register.
This Hoboken Restaurant Group Will Pay Patrons $100 to Host an Event
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Texas Arizona, The Waiting Room, River Street Garage, Green Rock, and McSwiggans in Hoboken are part of The Light Group, the experienced hospitality group running things behind the scenes. In recent months, The Light Group has caught the attention of locals with its “reverse cover” system, paying bargoers $5 to enter instead of charging a cover fee. Now, the group is kicking things up a notch: The Light Group is PAYING hosts $100 cash to book a private party at any of its locations. Click here for more.
Jersey City Theater Center Hosts Perennial Land – The Data Forest
Immersive Installation
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Perennial Land – The Data Forest is an immersive interactive video and sound installation at the Jersey City Theater Center, 165 Newark Avenue. It is free and open to the public and is running now through April 10th. Weekday hours are 4PM-9PM and by appointment. Weekend hours are 1PM-6PM. The installation is a two-part immersive experience that explores the complex relationship between nature, culture, and environmental justice, blending film, visual poetry, cutting-edge technology, and data-driven storytelling. Click here for tickets and more information.
Hoboken Youth Climate Action Fund Application Deadline Extended
The deadline to apply for the Youth Climate Action Fund has been extended to Tuesday, April 8th. Per a Nixle alert, youth-led projects that support climate action initiatives in the community may be eligible for up to $5,000 in funding. This extension provides additional time for applicants to plan and apply for projects that can make a positive environmental impact. Click here to apply.
Hoboken Announces Legal Clinic Assistance Program
The City of Hoboken, Hoboken Public Library, and the Jersey City Division of Immigrant Affairs are partnering to offer a Legal Clinic Assistance Program. Per a Nixle alert, this program provides consultation services to assist immigrants with questions related to immigration law, applications, job opportunities, and resources for those in need. Community members are encouraged to stop by and ask questions to receive guidance and support on various topics. The clinic is open May 2nd from 1PM-3PM and June 6th from 1PM-3PM.
Hoboken Historical Museum’s Secret Gardens Tour Returns for 2025
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The Hoboken Historical Museum announced the return of its Secret Gardens Tour. The event is taking place on Sunday, June 8th, from 9AM-4PM. This self-guided walking tour offers a rare glimpse into some of the City’s most enchanting private gardens, showcasing lush landscapes, creative urban retreats, and historic courtyards. Click here for tickets and more information.
Jersey City Council Approves Firehouse Renovation
The Bergen-Lafayette neighborhood in Jersey City may see its historical fire station return to service. Per the Jersey City Times, a new $5.6 million firehouse on Grand Street was supposed to replace the decommissioned station on Halladay Street. Ground was broken, but that plan came to a halt due to litigation, per Business Administrator John Metro. The Jersey City Council approved the firehouse renovation at the meeting on March 26th.
Bayonne Man Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison for Fatally Stabbing Wife
On March 28th, the Honorable Mitzy Galis-Menendez sentenced a 35-year-old man to 20 years in New Jersey State Prison for his role in the fatal stabbing of his wife in 2022. Per a Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office press release, Peter Revelo, of Bayonne, previously pleaded guilty to one count of Aggravated Manslaughter. On March 2nd, 2022, the Bayonne Police Department received a 911 call for service to 105 North Street. Responding officers found a woman, later identified as Mely Vanessa Tafoya Mendoza, 33, of Bayonne, with an apparent stab wound to her torso. She was pronounced dead at the scene.
Jersey City Marathon 2026 Moves to May to Avoid Conflicts with Holidays
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Jersey City’s marathon is scheduled for Palm Sunday, which set off frustration among religious leaders and residents worried about disruptions to Holy Week services. With road closures affecting church access, many felt the event was poorly timed. Per the Jersey City Times, the backlash prompted marathon organizer Steve Lipski to confirm that starting next year, the race will move to the first weekend of May to avoid conflicts with religious observances.
Hoboken Street Closures to Occur During Waterfront Reconstruction Project
The City of Hoboken announced that the Waterfront Reconstruction Project is scheduled to mobilize on Monday, April 7th. Per a Nixle announcement, this project will ensure the long-term safety, resilience, and functionality of the critical waterfront infrastructure and lay the foundation for the Sinatra Drive Redesign Project and the first phase of Maritime Park. Construction is scheduled to occur Monday through Friday between 8AM and 4PM. On April 10th, Sinatra Drive will be closed in both directions starting at 8AM through approximately 6PM to establish a new traffic pattern to allow for construction. Beginning the evening of April 10th, the eastern lane of Sinatra Drive from approximately Fifth Street to Sinatra Drive North will be closed 24/7 throughout the duration of the project. Click here for the weekly construction schedule.
Hoboken Literary Weekend Returns for 2025
Little City Books’ annual Hoboken Literary Weekend returned once again for 2025. This year’s events kicked off on Friday, April 4th and runs through Sunday, April 6th, and includes a variety of book readings, signing, Q+A’s, and more from various authors. Click here for more.
Jersey City Tenants Bring Rent Control Case to Federal Court
Portside Towers, one of Jersey City’s largest residential complexes, with 527 apartment units, has been the subject of a nearly three-year legal battle concerning the City’s enforcement of rent control and alleged systematic violations of illegal rental increases. Per Jersey Digs, the case is now facing federal court after tenants filed a class action lawsuit against Equity Residential, seeking financial reparations of over $400 million in damages, including treble damages under the NJ Consumer Fraud Act.
First-Ever Foodie Fest for Autism Awareness Takes Place in Hoboken
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The first-ever Hoboken Foodie Fest — a celebration of community, creativity, and spreading Autism awareness + acceptance, complete with good eats, live music, a book drive, and more — happened on April 5th. Click here for more.
Jersey City Expands Composting Program with Additional Services
The City of Jersey City is expanding its composting program by adding two more drop-off sites, Pershing Field and Paulus Hook, with two more to sites to be determined this summer. The city also announced a new partnership with Green Bucket Compost to move forward with expansion plans. Per a City of Jersey City press release, residents can now include any certified compostable items in their food waste drop-offs, as Green Bucket Compost works with a nearby anaerobic digestion facility to recycle materials into renewable natural gas (RNG) and soil amending compost.
Hoboken City Council Pulls Resolution for Hospital Redevelopment Plan
A resolution for the Hoboken City Council to authorize the planning board to consider a hospital redevelopment plan was pulled before the meeting on April 2nd. The agenda online says that the measure, sponsored by 3rd Ward Councilman Mike Russo, 4th Ward Councilman Ruben Ramos, and Councilwoman-at-Large Emily Jabbour, was carried. But, according to the Hudson County View, City spokeswoman Marilyn Baer confirmed that the administration had removed it from the agenda before the meeting.
Owner of Razza in Jersey City Nominated for James Beard Award
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The owner of Razza in Jersey City, chef and author Dan Richer, has been nominated for a 2025 Restaurant and Chef Award by the James Beard Foundation. Razza is best known for its thin-crust pizzas, which the New York Times wrote about in 2017 in an article, Is New York’s Best Pizza In New Jersey? The winners will be announced on Monday, June 16th, in a ceremony at the Lyric Opera of Chicago.
NJCU + Kean University Release Timeline for Merger
A proposed merger between Kean University and New Jersey City University could take more than two years to conclude, campus officials said in a newly-released timeline. Per NJ.com, NJCU accepted Kean’s merger proposal four weeks ago. It was a step that authorized further discussions between the two public universities without finalizing an agreement. New Jersey City University would be renamed Kean Jersey City under the proposal. If the merger happens, it is not likely to occur before 2027.
