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East Rutherford NJ, excitement is building as New Jersey gears up to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and a significant step has just been taken to enhance the MetLife sports complex. This week, the state approved an additional $25 million in taxpayer funding aimed at meeting the high standards required for hosting this prestigious event.
Continue reading MetLife Stadium Gets a $25 Million Upgrade for the 2026 FIFA World Cup
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East Rutherford NJ, the American Dream mall faced an unexpected evacuation early Tuesday evening after a suspicious vehicle was spotted in the parking garage, according to authorities.
Around 5:30 p.m., mall security noticed a Tesla parked on the ground level of the C parking deck with its driver’s side door left open and unattended. The vehicle’s unusual state raised concerns, prompting immediate action. Sgt. Jeffrey Lebron of the New Jersey State Police stated that after a K-9 sweep, the dog alerted the team, signaling potential danger.
Continue reading American Dream Mall Evacuated After Suspicious Vehicle Alert, Reopened Safely
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East Rutherford NJ, Jets and Giants fans can skip the driving and parking with NJ TRANSIT’s BetMGM Meadowlands Rail Line service to MetLife Stadium. Beginning this Sunday afternoon, September 8, with the Giants hosting the Minnesota Vikings, and continuing through the season, NJ TRANSIT will be offering train service on the BetMGM Meadowlands Rail Line to and from Secaucus Junction for every Jets or Giants home game.
Continue reading NJ TRANSIT READY TO KICK OFF THE NFL REGULAR SEASON AT METLIFE STADIUM
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East Rutherford NJ, visit the American Dream in East Rutherford on a Saturday, and you’ll find a bustling scene. Shoppers are enjoying indoor roller coasters, waterslides, skiing, and indulging in the myriad shopping and dining options available. Despite this apparent success, mall officials assert that the $5 billion entertainment and retail destination, heavily subsidized by state and local funds, isn’t fully operational. As a result, they claim they’re not yet obligated to make significant payments to local municipalities.
Continue reading The Ongoing Financial Dispute at American Dream: A Deep Dive
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East Rutherford NJ, Exciting news for movie enthusiasts! A new movie theater is set to open at the American Dream retail and entertainment complex, featuring the groundbreaking ScreenX technology.
Continue reading American Dream to Host World’s Largest ScreenX at New Movie Theater
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East Rutherford NJ, a Jersey City man was arrested by New Jersey State Police on Saturday night following a stabbing incident at the American Dream parking deck.
Continue reading Jersey City Man Arrested After Stabbing at American Dream Parking Deck
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East Rutherford NJ, opening day free entertainment at New Jersey’s largest family-friendly event include Circus Lena, makings it New York City area debut; Jurassic Kingdom with its life-like dinosaur puppets; and perennial favorites such as Cycle Circus Live, Magician Lance Gifford, Hypnotist Steve Bayner and Rosaire’s Racing Pigs. The Michael Jackson Tribute Show, the first of three music acts, will perform Friday through Sunday June 23. Continue reading State Fair Meadowlands Opens Today!
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East Rutherford NJ, this summer, the world-renowned Harlem Globetrotters are making a splash at the American Dream entertainment complex with a 10-day residency, marking the first-ever sports residency at the venue. From Friday, August 16, through Sunday, August 25, fans can immerse themselves in the thrilling Harlem Globetrotters Experience, featuring a series of exciting events and activities.
Continue reading Harlem Globetrotters Set for Summer Residency at American Dream
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East Rutherford NJ, exciting news for all game lovers and families looking for a fun outing! The world’s first “Gameroom” by Hasbro is set to open later this month in Bergen County. This unique entertainment center, featuring interactive versions of classic board games, arcade games, and full-service dining, promises to be a must-visit destination.
Continue reading “Gameroom” by Hasbro Set to Open at the American Dream Mall
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East Rutherford NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of NOEL Q. RICKETTS, 25, of East Rutherford, NJ, on charges of possession of child sexual abuse material. The arrest is the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Matthew Finck.
Continue reading East Rutherford Man Arrested on Child Pornography Charges
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East Rutherford NJ, American Dream, the sprawling retail and entertainment complex in the Meadowlands, reported a significant increase in its first-quarter earnings for 2024, according to public filings. The 3 million-square-foot mall in East Rutherford, owned by Canadian developer Triple Five, generated nearly $148 million in gross sales from January to March, encompassing revenue from retail, attractions, entertainment, dining, and parking.
Continue reading American Dream Mall Sees Significant Boost in First-Quarter 2024 Earnings
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East Rutherford N J, after making a splash at the American Dream in East Rutherford last year, the upscale Asian American grocer H Mart is set to enhance the culinary landscape further with the opening of a 16,680-square-foot food hall later this spring.
Continue reading H Mart to Launch Expansive Food Hall at American Dream Mall
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East Rutherford NJ, amid the momentum for a new casino in New York City in the coming years, the notion of a casino in the Meadowlands appears increasingly plausible. Jeff Gural, the owner of Meadowlands Racetrack in East Rutherford, is eyeing a revival of the idea, with an estimated price tag of up to $2 billion.
Continue reading Meadowlands Casino Back on the Drawing Board
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East Rutherford NJ, investigators from the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development’s (NJDOL) Division of Wage and Hour and Contract Compliance issued the following stop-work order on March 12:
Continue reading American Dream Mall Contractor Hit with “Stop Work Order” from NJDOL
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East Rutherford NJ, the Sunday, Feb. 4 announcement of MetLife Stadium as the host venue for the FIFA World Cup 26™ Final has the New Jersey Division of Travel & Tourism (NJTT) ready to wow the world with everything the Garden State has to offer, according to New Jersey Lt. Gov. Tahesha Way and NJTT Executive Director Jeffrey Vasser.
