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Queen Latifah, used to live a block from me about 7 yrs ago or so. I saw her all the time dressed down in the neighborhood. I'm sure she has moved since.

I saw LL Cool J driving on Palisade Ave between Reservoir and Prospect, (He waved hello to me.)

Idris Elba lived in the same Condo I lived in about 7 years ago for about a year. He told me he was an actor from London, England but I had no idea who he really was until he moved out and became big here. (Really Nice guy and a good neighbor)

And my husband and I saw Ice T in that pet store on newark ave about 2 months ago. He was with some blonde sexy vixen who was clearly a Goldigger!!!

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fast eddie and New Heights, I see I'm not alone here in my crimefree experience/existence in the Heights. I've been here for 17 years and don't plan on leaving anytime soon...

I have come to realize that crime exists everywhere in Jersey City even dowtown. Crime exists all over the United States, period. I've said this before it's all on how you carry yourself. Sometimes timing and where you are, can go against you, unfortunately.

I'd never want to be a victim of crime nor would I want that for anyone else. I've lived in the Heights for years with my family and we have never been victimized in any way, shape or form.

I feel safer living here than I ever did in NYC growing up in the late 60's, 70's, 80's. That's just me...

I disagree. I was just looking at kannekt.com last night and I saw some bad ones. Here are some examples:

Review - I bought a puppy from this store and part of the price I paid was for the microchip they told me was put in the dog. My vet assures me that they used a reader several times and there is no microchip in my dog.

Additionally, my puppy had kennel cough for upwards of 4 weeks (needed two treatments) and the parent company that's supposed to re-imburse you for costs associated with it still haven't paid me. It's been about 4 months and I called them and they said they would send it and still haven't (and they were extremely nasty on the telephone).

I love my dog but I certainly wouldn't get another dog from this store if for no other reason than the parent company is fraudulent and evasive.
(2007-06-13 )

Editor's rating of this review - 3/5

Review - Food is cheap, but lacks much flavor. They have a buffet style dining and if you order take out, chances are your food comes from the buffet---which I think sits out all day...so your food isn't too fresh. The person who took my phone order actually asked me if I wanted my food warmed! Restaurant is small, but accessible (right on Grove). Basically, you get what you pay for.
Food - 25/50 Customer Service - 30/50
Reviewed by - new2jc07 (2007-07-06 )

Review - The staff is loud and rude and does not spend adequate time with each client. The manicure was okay, the pedicure was unacceptable and the waxing atrocious! You sit in a small chair off to the corner--no laying down, no privacy. Went once and never returned.
Product or Service - 25/50 Customer Service - 10/50
Reviewed by - inked (2004-09-28 )

JennyMayla, I had a teen work for me years ago when this whole thing started and I questioned him on how they were able to keep the t-shirts so clean and looking brand spanking new. He said to me that they buy lots of them. They wear them once or twice then throw them out. Crazy right?

Check out their web page. They have an activity calendar...

http://new.jcreservoir.org/

I agree that Gr8 Taste is a great addition to the neighborhood. They serve fusion pan asian cuisine. I eat there frequently and am always impressed with their delicious food and their personalized Customer Service. The address is 83 Reservoir Ave in the heights. I highly reccommend...

The puppies found homes. Thanks for the prompt responses...

I have a Business Associate whose a Dr and is trying to adopt out 3 yorkie puppies. Because of his schedule it is difficult for him to have time for them. If anyone knows of anyone that's interested please pm me...

Thanks...

I'm beyond disgusted with these thugs who think there tough who think that victimizing regular folks is kewl.

They'd never standup to someone who means real business.

They hide amongst their so called friends and think that they are the sh*t. I've seen the type. If alone they'd never even attempt to behave as such.

They are nothing but a bunch of punks and as far as the state of affairs with today's youth who engage in this type of behavior I can't express my disappointment and disgust.

These are the people that are supposed to take care of me when I retire. Hah, good luck on that one...

Everyone who has had an issue about this place should contact the local Chamber of Commerce and/or the Better Business Bureau. They shouldn't even be allowed to conduct business with the way that they mistreat their Customers...

If you haven't I hope you're getting a refund since the work was never done. I can't understand how they could charge for a service that was never performed.
Them not allowing you to try the dress on was clearly a red flag, but sometimes we miss those things in our haste which is what happened here.
I cannot understand how a business can run and be successful when there is a clear lack of integrity in how you conduct yourselves judging from the other responses about this place.

I'm a parent too although my Sons are now young Men. I wish I knew of a reputable place but I don't. You can maybe try your luck at www.sittercity.com or www.care.com. I'm not sure what's available but I do know that you can do background checks. I'm sure you're already looking to take her elsewhere. That is pretty scary...Good Luck!

Can't help but to crackup from this thread and the replies. I guess I just have too vivid an imagination and find it humourous yet incomprehensible that someone would actually do this but I have a dear dear friend who would do something crazy like this and I plan on giving him a call...

I also hope that Rosie is okay. I know that karma will take care of everything even if we are never witness to see it...

"It is not only what we do,
but also what we do not do,
for which we are accountable."
Moliere

What happened to the days where people showed accountability?
I cannot understand why one would allow a dog that's aggressive in close proximity to other dogs. That's just irresponsible, neglectful and stupid.
I am disgusted that this jerkoff didn't have the common decency to apologize. He had the audacity to yell when he was dead wrong.
The least he could've done was given you his number. He should be paying for that vet bell. I'd be looking for this jerk if I were you...

It's unfortunate but this is going on across the board in America. I having worked in retail management in my previous life and have gotten a number of calls from friends and past colleagues of which several have been laid off. I know of 5 Mgrs in one particular Department Store who have gotten laid off in the past 2 months.
These individuals are of diverse backgrounds but well-paid and so I don't believe that the effects of the recession is limited to the Indian Community...

JacksonB it's up to to decide whether or not you want to move to the Heights.

My 17 year experience since I've moved here has been mostly positive and I recommend it.


I left NYC in order to get away from the tremendous amount of people, price of living, crime, etc. I have never looked back and realize that crime goes on everywhere.


It's all on how you carry yourself, no matter where you live.
If you carry yourself like a victim, you will be.


No where is 100% crime proof in America.
Please feel free to read this article:

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/ ... 1/07/AR2008010701386.html

We welcome you to the Heights with open arms...

I disagree about the club making your car a traget. Sorry...We've always used that along with the alarm and have never had an issue considering that my Hubby's car is a luxury vehicle...

I forgot to add that I'm sure that there is crime that goes on however I've noticed that Police Officers are constantly patrolling the neighborhood at night and this definitely gives me a feeling of security.
I'm actually surprised when I hear about the level of crime in other areas of Jersey City. At times I feel like I'm living in a bubble...

I'm a transplanted New Yorker and a female who lives pretty close to Ogden and I would say the area is pretty safe and a nice area to live. I used to sometimes arrive home at midnight from work and never felt a need to worry when I walked home from the bus stop. Transportation is pretty good as there are several ways to get around.
And just as someone said earlier the further north and west you go the better it gets. I also find the standard of living to be pretty reasonable.
As far as parking my husband has always had a garage or a parking space. There was a short period of time when he had to park on the street but It didn't seem to be a big issue plus parking in NYC was always a nightmare in comparison. He did always found something within 10 minutes, even if it was a block away however I do reccommend that you put the club on your car and have an alarm system.
You just never know.
I like the diversity of the area. Reminds me of NewYork in that respect. I moved here in 1991 and here I still am. My husband and I considered moving to other places in Jersey but in the end have decided we love living here...

I'm way off topic here, but find myself annoyed each and every time the word "Bodega" is used in the news. Bodega translated to english simply means, a small grocery store,deli, convenience store, sometimes combined with a wineshop, in certain Hispanic neighborhoods.
The word has long since developed a negative connotation in the news media because that word is used to let everyone know that:

1. A crime occurred.
2. It was in a hispanic neighborhood.
3. It was in a crime-ridden neighborhood
4. The owner was definitely hispanic.

Certainly what occurred here is terrible and tragic and I can't begin to imagine what the family of Mrs. Claros must be going through.

It isn't bad enough that a crime occurred and that somehow someone got hurt, robbed, killed, etc.
Now let's inform the public where this thing happened by using the word Bodega each and every time.

There are plenty of Grocery Stores in the United States in Hispanic Communities where these types of things never ever happen at all...

I feel confident that everyone involved is fully aware that it is a cover-up. My question is are there going to be consequences as a result of the conditions and the closedown of the facilities and/or what's to happen to Mr. Carbajales? Will he go on as if nothing happened and carry-on in a profession he clearly has no business in...

I'm a transplanted former New Yorker and moved to Jersey City about 17 years ago, and although I do hear of crime and the crime rate here, I have to wonder where it is taking place. I don't doubt that it's going on, I'm just wondering where?

It's disappointing to see that others do not conduct themselves with professionalism or just the sense of what's the right thing to do. Perhaps New Jersey should follow New York's lead and increase the fine for not picking up dog poop by $100.00.

I haven't been, but that's not at all what I had in mind. I meant something along these lines...

http://www.homes.com/Content/ListingDetail.cfm?&PropId=66630817#

http://www.homes.com/Content/ListingDetail.cfm?&PropId=65917726#

Having a lakefront home is one of my goals!!! Your parents are fortunate indeed...

Hey Brewster,
Check this out... http://www.goingoutside.com/lake/107/ ... _Tamarack_New_Jersey.html

They actually don't allow any boats there at all, It's just too small but my husband and I frequent the 7 lakes in New York State which is actually not too far. It's really beautiful and the fishing is great there. We have a small 12" boat. Of course we actually had to go and get licenses for NY as well which was about $40.00 each.
We do keep hearing about Lake Tamarack in Bergen County and plan on going there within the next week or 2. I'm not too sure how things work there yet but I'll be sure to let you know unless you get there 1st.

Brewster, The Reservoir is catch and release as far as I know. I'd never break a rule or the law as far as that.
As far as North Hudson Park, you can only take certain fish such as perch or trout that's at least 15".
Bass are catch and release there. The rules are very strict and I always abide by them.

They also stock the lake there on a every 2 week basis and we often catch and release. On occassion we will take 2 to 4 perch home and once I caught a brown trout and rainbow trout which I released because they were undersized. I agree with you when it comes to the kids as I have 3 sons of my own.