Local Politics · Hudson County
Federal prosecutors charged William A. Murray, owner of Murray Paving and Concrete, with conspiracy to commit honest services fraud for paying over $1.5 million in bribes to former Hudson County officials. Although County Executive Craig Guy stated the scheme occurred before his tenure, federal filings indicate the conspiracy continued through February 2025, more than a year into his term. County records show Murray Paving received contract approvals totaling approximately $15.3 million between January 2024 and March 2026, including work on the County Executive’s conference room. The county halted payments and canceled unstarted projects in late March 2026 after Murray pleaded guilty and a federal subpoena was served.
Local Politics · Hoboken, NJ
The Hoboken City Council will vote Wednesday, Oct. 21, at 7 p.m. on Resolution CD3 regarding the redevelopment agreement for the first building in the Hoboken Housing Authority’s plan to replace its public housing. The deal designates Hoboken Forward One Urban Renewal Associates, LP as the redeveloper for the site at 331–333 Harrison St., which currently serves as a parking lot. The agreement specifies 41 parking spaces for the new 12-story building, significantly fewer than the 84 spaces shown in earlier renderings. Additionally, the developer is required to assist residents of the existing Andrew Jackson Gardens complex with moving into the new units at no cost.
Local Business · Hoboken, NJ
From Duo (formerly Duo Donuts + Matcha), co-owned by Nathalie Silva and Ruth Melgar, expects a soft opening at 205 12th Street in uptown Hoboken by the end of October 2026. The business received zoning approval following an April 28, 2026 board meeting after earlier delays. The menu will feature matcha, hojicha, teas, coffees, and assorted baked goods including some donuts. In the interim, From Duo is operating a pop-up collaboration with La Hueca, an Ecuadorian eatery on First Street downtown.
Nearby · Crime · Jersey City, NJ
Three individuals were charged with murder in connection with the death of Kenneth Darby, 52, the second victim of a May 18 double homicide at 109-111 Old Bergen Road in Jersey City. Treshawn Daniels, 19, Jahquan Porter, 26, and Angelica Manning, 24, face charges including murder, felony murder, and robbery after the Regional Medical Examiner determined Darby died from stab/incised wounds and a gunshot wound. The first victim, Luis Quintero, 53, was killed in the same incident; Daniels had already been charged with his murder. Hudson County Prosecutor Wayne Mello announced the additional charges.
Nearby · Local Business · Jersey City, NJ
Boulevard Drinks, a hot dog and drink stand operating since 1937 at 48 Journal Square Plaza in Jersey City, announced on October 19, 2026, that it will close November 30, 2026, after being displaced by an approved 50-story mixed-use development at 2873 John F. Kennedy Boulevard. Owner Victor Victoratos said he received a vacate notice in spring 2026 despite holding a lease through 2034. The business has signed a new lease across the street at PATH Plaza, with a reopening expected in February or March 2027. The development project includes over 800 residential units, income-restricted housing, and a 25,000-square-foot Whole Foods on the ground floor.
