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Re: To JC Bikers Who Ride on Sidewalks...

#91

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kencares wrote:
If there is not a protected bike lane available, the cyclist has every right to use the sidewalk, however they must always yield to pedestrians and should always ride slowly.

I'm not so sure this is true. From BikeJC road rules: According to city law: Biking on sidewalks is not allowed in Jersey City. It references a municipal code, but the link is obsolete.

BikeJC Road Rules

Posted on: 2012/6/28 0:20

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Re: Harsimus Cove locality

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chiefdahill wrote:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tx96c-3z0-4

But how did they film a neighborhood that doesn't exist? That's cool that you can see the Twin Towers in the background... oh, but they don't exist, either.

Posted on: 2012/6/5 13:26

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Re: Bike JC's Third Annual Jersey City Ward Tour, Sun. June 3, 2012

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od49 wrote:
... No one hurt, everyone happy (except two posters here) ...

I really don't understand why you are disparaging posters for mentioning these incidents. I did not say I was unhappy with the race. With that many people, there are sure to be incidents.

I did witness a screaming woman who threw her bike down the sidewalk. I did witness a man fall and get hurt, bleeding. I did witness the front of the pack almost get taken out.

So, because YOU did not see the incidents, they didn't happen? "No one hurt" is not a true statement.

Posted on: 2012/6/4 18:48

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Re: Bike JC's Third Annual Jersey City Ward Tour, Sun. June 3, 2012

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I was up front and I saw most of what PWENS describes. I saw the 'almost-collision'. I saw the 'crazy bitch'. I saw people almost hit those signs in Lincoln Park.

I did leave thinking that the ride had a bit of a different mood than the previous years. I didn't see strong marshal presence, when in previous years, they were sure to loudly corral people appropriately and avoid obstacles. There was one 'marshal' who was riding mid-pack with speakers blasting, swerving around.

Lighten up on PWENS; it was not a 'race' upfront. People were not trying to pass the marshals. I do think the people in front are too closely packed together, though. I think I'll move to the back next year.

One more danger in our area was a young boy who kept swerving, darting around, cutting people off. Luckily he didn't get hurt.

I love this ride. I'll keep going, but it doesn't hurt to point out areas for improvement.

Posted on: 2012/6/4 16:18

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Re: Harsimus Cove locality

#95

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Here's info on The Village.

Posted on: 2012/6/4 15:22

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Re: Harsimus Cove locality

#96

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Harsimus Cove only goes as far west as Coles St. On the west side of Coles to Monmouth and Brunswick is called The Village, I think.

Harsimus Cove is pretty safe, although late at night you should stay well aware of your surroundings.

Posted on: 2012/6/4 15:17

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Re: Anyone successfully rid themselves of these pesky little ants?

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I let a couple of spiders take residence around the door. They seem happy, I'm happy. Maybe the ants, no so. But it seems the way nature intended.

Posted on: 2012/5/23 20:55

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Re: Key Foods - Jersey & 3rd

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jc_dweller wrote:
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I hope they also discontinue they *ahem ILLEGAL* refusal to not accept credit/debit under $10. Yes, this is a violation of the agreement that stores make with Visa/MC/AmEx and if they are caught doing it are in trouble. I just hope they stop that nonsense because most people nowadays don't have so much cash on them!

Good luck to the new Key Foods.

I went in a week ago to pick up a few things, mistakenly thinking I had cash on me. They took my cc without hesitation and with a smile for about $8. I don't remember seeing a sign about policy.

I am very happy with the changes there. Every day it's getting better and better.

Posted on: 2012/4/16 14:25

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Re: Thirty Acres Restaurant- Jersey Avenue

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JSQ wrote:
Seagull, I worked in top universities for many years. Idid nt try to be a waiter when I was a student, let alone the time I spent in JC. In truth, I tested the job market for low paid work when I arrived in JC, to cover the rent while my papers were sorted out, and I found it easy to find work. Luckily, I never had to work for people with such a great impression about themselves who lack the amount of money to support their claims. But I recall the shock of being asked to give resume and references for the sort of work that I could get next door just by showing for 10 minutes that I can do it.

...

sounds like someone is unable to come up with good references.

Posted on: 2012/4/9 14:01

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Re: Favorite Bite in JC

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+1 for the Jalepeno Mussels at La Conguita

also
cheesesteak at Delenios
brussels/bacon at Park & Sixth
smoked tea duck at Grand Sichuan

Posted on: 2012/3/27 19:47

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Re: Rustique Pizza - Jersey Avenue - Hamilton Park

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DryBlue wrote:
I'm new to La Rustique...
...What's the atmosphere like at the actual restaurant? Is it BYOB? Hoping to actually eat there soon.

Atmosphere is nice. A step up from a standard pizzeria. It is BYOB, although there is a bar you can sit at that is residual from a previous incarnation of the space. There is table service. And of course, food is always better at the restaurant than delivery. They have a few tables outside, too.

The new management have brought us back and won us over.

Posted on: 2012/3/23 12:16

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Re: Another Baby Seal Appears In NYC Waters off Jersey City

#102

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I saw two seals last weekend, in the water off of Liberty State Park, while I was out running.

Posted on: 2012/2/28 17:13

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Re: Fish Sandwiches

#103

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Park and Sixth has a very good tuna burger.

Posted on: 2012/2/26 16:33

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Re: Power play on Jersey City City Council, as councilwoman seeks to oust council president

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heights wrote:
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dtjcview wrote:
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heights wrote:
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dtjcview wrote:
So Healy is now saying special elections are somehow "rigged", or of less consequence, when they don't go his way?

Demeaning the election of a local official in that way, given that his office has as much influence as anyone on when the elections take place, is simply despicable, if not downright racist. Shame on you Mayor.

I don't get the racist part ?? Does personality play a part along with the actual arrest of rights ?

When you attack any person, when they are clearly part of an ethnic minority, with no justification, and in this case, when they have followed due political process - yes it can be perceived as racist. Both Healy and Brennan were "demeaning" the results of the special elections. WHY?

That's bull it's like getting charged twice. What about other minorities a person can fall under such as religion, gender, gender preference, age, race, or (D) all of the above. Imagine getting a speeding ticket and then getting careless and reckless driving tickets as well thats 3 tickets for the same infraction.

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I call 'bull', too. And I am not a supporter of the Mayor.

Posted on: 2012/1/6 15:59

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gordonh

Re: Downtown: Guy Stealing Packages and Mail.

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I had a package stolen last week. Inside was 1,000 live meal worms. I would have liked to see his/her face. ;)

Posted on: 2011/11/7 22:31

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Re: Rustique Pizza - Jersey Avenue - Hamilton Park

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Yes, food is definitely better than before. And there's no more CRAZY! The menu has expanded and is expanding. We have been slowly sampling our way through.

Some highlights for us:
- the homemade cheesecake
- sandwiches (the bread is also made in-house!)
- pasta with seafood (clams, mussels)
- pizza with arugula and proscuitto

Posted on: 2011/10/24 17:17

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Re: Taqueria

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and I still think they owe ianmac $1K.

Posted on: 2011/10/7 19:05

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Re: Delenio's

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We love Delenio's. We usually go about once a week. Some of our favorite dishes are the bolognese, cavetelli, and the cheese steaks. We tend to customize the dishes and they are always accommodating. They also have occasional specials that are really good.

Posted on: 2011/9/19 15:17

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Re: Best pizza in JC????

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GrovePath wrote:
La Rustique is back with a new owner-- anyone try it yet?

Just stopped in there and had a slice. It was very good and consistent with the old Rustique slice. I met the new Mrs. Owner and she was very nice and seems quite normal ;). They've got a new interim menu, with some new sandwiches that I will be trying soon. I have high hopes for them!

Posted on: 2011/9/10 21:46

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gordonh

Re: Soup Dumplings?

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I've had them delivered a few times and they were intact.

Posted on: 2011/8/31 20:31

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Re: Spanish Lessons/Tutor

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I've been taking lessons for a couple of years from a teacher (originally from Colombia) in Manhattan. He is flexible with time and location. He comes to my office in the city most of the time, but he has come to Jersey City to meet me several times, so he's not adverse to travelling, especially if he is able to schedule more than one class back-to-back.

He is able to tailor the classes to individual needs and intensities. He has great references, including me. His pricing is competitive with other classes I?ve seen offered. And you are able to pay class-by-class; you don?t have to buy a package.

His email is lordnikon31@yahoo.com

Posted on: 2011/8/24 17:15

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Re: Downtown: Tommy of "Tommy 2 Scoops" announces the opening of "THE BRIGHTSIDE TAVERN"

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GrovePath wrote:
What is with most of the bars in this town -- loud crappy music with expensive jukeboxes -- get an ipod and someone with interesting musical taste -- and what is with all large screen TVs (often even blaring sports) do any of these owners know anything about bars? Is this the Jersey Shore?

Why don't you go in and see for yourself before you start your moaning.

Posted on: 2011/8/22 21:04

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Re: Downtown: Tommy of "Tommy 2 Scoops" announces the opening of "THE BRIGHTSIDE TAVERN"

#113

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We stopped in yesterday. Yes, I was expecting a remodeling of Boonies. But this place is big! He extended the footprint by more than double. On the Boonie side is a dining room and the whole back section is a large bar. The menu looks good, with pasta, ribs, burgers, seafood, etc. We didn't get to try the food, but we'll be going in this week.

Posted on: 2011/8/22 17:25

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Re: Flooding in Jersey City

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We had a couple of inches of water. It was the worst flooding in the house since we purchased it over three years ago. We have three sump pumps going and they were all working. Water seemed to have backed up, even up the tub drain on the first floor.

Posted on: 2011/8/10 16:01

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Re: Swimming for dogs?

#115

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cheese7 wrote:
Ive heard from people at the dog park that there are sharp objects in the water. Someone told me that their neighbors dog got cut up pretty bad and had to get stitches. I took my dogs there last summer and they were fine. Anyone know anything about that?

Isn't that international water? ;)

Anyway, several years ago, my dog was swimming there (is there a statute of limitation on my confession?) and did cut her leg. No stitches required, but you need to be aware of what is beneath that water. If you take a look a low tide, you can see all sorts of stuff. I think the one beachy area (and high tide) is clearer than other points, so don't just let your dog swim anywhere.

Posted on: 2011/7/20 13:51

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Re: Local Veterinarian

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dfpm wrote:
Maybe i missed this in the thread, but has anyone had any experience with the Jersey City animal hospital on West Side Ave? Their initial visit is $56 which seems pretty reasonable. My cat seemingly has a cold and I can't really afford to pay a fortune.......

Thanks!

I've been using West Side for several years. They are fine for standard stuff, shots, even a cold, etc. They will give you an itemized estimate before doing anything and I recommend that you read it and question anything that you're not sure about. They have a changing pool of vets and I've had my favorites and non-favorites.

Posted on: 2011/7/15 19:30

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Re: Structural question about row house

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You could try Safwat Taurus of Tadco 201-852-3764.. I believe he's a structural engineer as well as a general home inspector. He did some work for us a couple of years ago and seemed very thorough and the price was reasonable.

Posted on: 2011/7/7 13:56

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Re: Parking Ticket mistake

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hmm. I received a ticket several years back. It was for parking on the wrong side of the street, but I was clearly on the right side, which i was eventually able to prove. But i did not get a ticket on my car or a notice and by the time I figured it out, my license was suspended. I was able to beat the ticket, but I had to pay something like $175 to get my license reinstated. They said it was my fault for not responding to the ticket in time, even though the ticket was wrong and was not left on my car.

Posted on: 2011/6/30 17:36

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Re: Anyone know more about the mugging on Jersey Ave. & 5th?

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MattSchapiro wrote:
Anyway -- back on topic:

Does anyone have any info on the mugging, confirmation it really happened, what really happened, etc.?

I heard second-hand:
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A woman from Hamilton Park was walking through the area of 5th and Jersey Avenue around 10:30 on a Thursday evening. Her purse was grabbed and the person ran east on 5th Street. Two passers-by went after the perp, one on skateboard. Apparently, they were close enough to scare the perp and he/she threw the purse into a garbage. The purse was recovered.

The woman had held onto her purse and was knocked down/dragged in the scuffle; she may have hit her head.

There were a lot of people in the area at the time and about 15-20 people quickly convened to help.
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Posted on: 2011/6/30 17:29

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Re: To the Douche who stole my flowers

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Someone stole two plants out of one of my planters last night on 5th Street. It was after 10pm, before 5am.

Posted on: 2011/6/15 13:45

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