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Somewhere in this parking lot, a woman was mugged by 3 women.

Walgreen’s makes the crime news again.

A week ago, a lady was successful in preventing an attempted carjacking. Yesterday, however, one woman fell victim to three women/muggers at the same location. Reports said that the 22-year-old was getting into her car when the muggers assaulted her, then took her belongings and valuables. Suspects are still on the loose.

Are there any surveillance cameras installed in this area? When will the Jersey City Police assign more cops to this corner?

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Streetview of Broadway Gas Station (Broadway and Route 1 & 9, Jersey City)

I always go to ULTRA GAS STATION for cheap gas, but last Sunday, my father recommended Broadway Gas Station. He said they accept credit/debit cards. So I was annoyed when I went there and saw the signs that read: CASH ONLY. “When did this happen?” I asked the guy working there, and he said “two days ago.”

Streetview of ULTRA GAS/TRUCK STATION.

Result?

I drove 3-5 blocks for refueling at ULTRA GAS STATION. They have the same gas price ($3.86) as the Broadway Gas Station during that time, they accept credit/debit cards, and the place is much convenient for me.

Where do you go for cheap gas?

Philippine-American Friendship Day Festival was cut short yesterday (June 29, 2008) due to the storm that started around 230PM. The lingering thunderstorm also spoiled the most awaited Filipino Idol Grand Finals.

It was actually warm yesterday morning and the sun was shining. The thunderstorm forecast appeared to be inaccurate, as the Filipinos walked from Montgomery Street to Exchange Place.

The parade (Montgomery Street, Jersey City). Photo taken by roddyrick.

Then thick clouds began to cover Exchange Place and the rain poured all of the sudden as people ran for cover.

A lady running for cover.

Strong winds toppled tents and booths. Some were unlucky to get wet, and even the guest singer Mig Ayesa was unable to stay dry. Reports said that there a few people got injured because of the fallen tents.

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Consider this post “fyi” ….

City Council abolished JC’s Finance Department because of redundancy in some position. However, the 68 employees of the said department will keep their job.

Also, the City Council is also doing some reorganization as they voted to put the Division of Traffic and Transportation under the Division of Engineering.

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Streetview here.

This old mansion at Summit Avenue and Manhattan Avenue was featured today on nj.com. I always pass by this house in the Heights area JC when I go to work in Union City, but I had no idea that it is century old already and it has a historical significance.

Read the JJ to learn more about the house that was erected 100 years ago.

Front of the House. On each side of the gate stands a stone owl.
Owl photo by pmarella.