Two is the magic number for Carolyn Birbiglia and Jessica Allen. They were matched on the dating app Bumble while in an overlapping two-mile radius. They had two proposals: one…
Jersey City
LUPE Fund: Educating, Empowering, + Engaging Local Latinas
LUPE Fund is a volunteer-driven, non-profit 501(c)(3) organization whose mission is to educate, empower and engage Latinas through leadership and civic engagement by providing scholarships, educational and professional development programs,…
52 Things to Do in Hoboken + Jersey City This Weekend | December 16-19
Another weekend filled with holiday-themed events and more. This week’s local Hoboken + Jersey City events guide has readers covered with concerts, comedy shows, holiday markets, kid-friendly events, and more.…
Where to Buy Coquito-Flavored Drinks + Treats in Jersey City
Every culture has its holiday traditions, and for Puerto Ricans, indulging in coquito with friends and family during this time of year is a must. The coconut-based alcoholic beverage is…
Indoor Winter Activities in Hoboken + Jersey City
With this weather, whether it’s rain or snow or just plain cold, it’s easy to let the winter blues take over. Luckily, we’ve rounded up the top indoor activities to spice…
9 Local Jobs to Apply for This Week
We’ve created a local jobs board via our Hoboken Girl and Montclair Girl websites on our parent site The Local Girl. Find a myriad of different positions, from Retail Assistant to Luxury Home Organizer,…
This Jersey City Woman Wants to Revolutionize the Candle Industry
Son-ja Haile is originally from New Orleans and made her way to Jersey City in 2016 and ‘accidentally’ stepped into the candle-making business and has fallen in love with it.…
All About this Hidden Gem Breakfast + Lunch Spot in JC: Martha’s
Martha’s is the hidden gem to check out for delicious breakfast and lunch in the Bergen-Lafayette neighborhood of Jersey City, located at 308 Pacific Avenue. This neighborhood cornerstone serves homestyle…
Best of Hoboken + Jersey City 2021 —Winners ANNOUNCED!
The wait is finally over: we have the winners for the Best of Hoboken and Jersey City 2021! After weeks of voting and local businesses working hard for your support,…
Meet Ava, a 10-Month Old Puppy Looking for Her Forever Home
Ava is a 10-month-old Pit mix who is ready to leave the shelter and be with her new family. Ava has tons of personality after she warms up to people.…
The Best Spaces in Hoboken + Jersey City for Your Office Party
After the past year and a half, we can all agree that socializing via Zoom has gotten stale. Not just during the holidays but all year-round, offices, networking groups, book…
Hamilton Park Restaurant, Chickie’s, Now Open
A new Italian restaurant called Chickie’s has officially opened in GP’s former location in Hamilton Park as of December 13th. Located at 236 Pavonia Avenue in Jersey City, Chickie’s has been…