Why doesn’t MetLife Stadium have a roof? ‘They’ have the answer
Sunday, February 2, 2014 Last updated: Sunday February 2, 2014, 10:27 AM
BY JOHN BRENNAN
STAFF WRITER
The Record
The question has been asked around North Jersey for years, and no doubt visitors from Denver and Seattle today will ask the same thing: “If they wanted to have a Super Bowl so badly, why didn’t they put a retractable roof on MetLife Stadium?”
The answer ultimately comes down to who “they” are.
Had leaders of the New Jersey Sports & Exposition Authority at the time had their way, the 4-year-old stadium at the Meadowlands Sports Complex would be capped against inclement weather, a feature that would have turned it into all-year venue.
But owners of the Giants and Jets, the two NFL franchises that built and paid for the new $1.6 billion stadium, would have none of it.
First, they said, they saw an added advantage for their teams in playing late-season games outdoors against opponents less accustomed to harsh weather.
Xanadu : A monument to NJ greedy self serving politicians ?
Empty shell of American Dream, MetLife Stadium’s ugly neighbor, still awaits makeover
Saturday February 1, 2014, 11:36 PM
BY CHRISTOPHER MAAG
STAFF WRITER
The Record
When Marianne Krause goes to a concert in another city, she keeps an eye out for beautiful buildings nearby. But when millions of people look to East Rutherford this weekend to watch the Super Bowl, Krause hopes they keep their eyes locked firmly on the game.
That’s because right next door to MetLife Stadium sits a gigantic, empty, multicolored mall once known as Xanadu, the long-dormant retail and entertainment project that Governor Christie once called one of the ugliest buildings in America.
The fewer people who notice it, Krause figures, the better.
“I’m embarrassed by it, and I think the state will be embarrassed by it,” said Krause, 29, of East Rutherford. “It’s really ugly.”
When developers originally proposed building a megamall in the Meadowlands in 2003, they envisioned a completion date sometime in 2006. In the years since, the project now called American Dream has blown through two developers, one name change and $2 billion. Across the parking lot, one stadium was razed and a new one was built.
Bergen County Exec: Suspicious Packages Sent To Several NJ Hotels Contained Corn Starch
Initial Tests Show White Powder In Letter Sent To Giuliani’s NYC Office Non-Toxic January 31, 2014 5:33 PM
CARLSTADT, N.J. (CBSNewYork/AP) – Two days before the Super Bowl will be played at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J., the FBI and Hazmat crews responded to suspicious packages sent to several hotels in the area.
The packages contained white powder which turned out to be corn starch, Bergen County Executive Kathleen Donovan told 1010 WINS.
Someone at an Econo Lodge in Carlstadt found the substance in an envelope, and similar mailings arrived at the Homestead Inn in East Rutherford and a Renaissance Inn in Rutherford, Carlstadt Police Det. John Cleary said.
DHS seizes $21.6 million in fake NFL merchandise, arrests 50 involved
Ahead of the Super Bowl, federal officials announced a crackdown on counterfeit National Football League merchandise, revealing the seizure of more than $21.6 million in fake NFL merchandise, Thursday.
In an initiative called “Operation Team Player,” the feds targeted international shipments of counterfeit merchandise from abroad as it came into the United States, as well as warehouses, stores, online vendors, and street vendors selling counterfeit goods and tickets nationwide. The operation began in June.
“Our agents are committed to combating the criminal enterprises selling counterfeit products which undermine our economy, and take jobs away from Americans,” Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Acting Director John Sandweg said in a statement. “No good comes from counterfeiting American products regardless of whether they are jerseys, airbags or pharmaceuticals.
A Super Bowl Message From Bergen County Executive Kathleen Donovan
The Super Bowl is literally just around the corner and I wanted to take this time to express how exciting it is to have this major event right in our own back yard! The Denver Broncos and the Seattle Seahawks with their fans from around the world will be coming to this region to the biggest event in sports. With this influx of visitors, I strongly encourage residents to keep informed on traffic delays and to plan accordingly.
Traffic and Public Transportation: The Getting to the Game website (www.nj.gov/superbowl) is a collaborative effort involving the New Jersey State Police, the Department of Transportation, the Port Authority of NY/NJ, New Jersey Transit and other state public safety and transportation agencies. The website will serve as a location for state government and public transportation agencies to post important information for state residents and out-of- town visitors as New Jersey gears up for the Super Bowl.
The website will give users access to an interactive map showing real-time traffic delays in the area of MetLife Stadium. The Port Authority has provided links to information on bridges, tunnels, airports, and PATH subway services. New Jersey Transit has provided links to bus and train schedules, rail maps, and fare information. Real-time weather information for the East Rutherford area is posted. The website also allows local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies to post public safety information.
Teterboro: Speaking of traffic, it will not only be cars. Be aware that you will hear an increase in airplane traffic at Teterboro Airport. There is a no-fly zone established on February 2 that will shut down air traffic at Teterboro from about 4:00 p.m. until one hour after the game ends. Then there will be a rush of traffic from about midnight until 5:00 a.m. on February 3. With that exception of post-game operations, the voluntary restriction on operations between 11:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. will remain in effect and mandatory departure noise limits will be in effect. Aircraft with an operating weight in excess of 100,000 are not permitted to land or take-off. The increased air traffic at Teterboro will also increase car traffic in the area.
Events: There will be many events and celebration leading up to the game. In an effort to keep you up to date with the most current information, I have compiled the following links that will help residents to stay informed about the game, traffic, events and anything else you will need! These sites and more can also be found at the county’s website at www.co.bergen.nj.us.
FAQs – This Frequently Asked Question site is provided by the Super Bowl of NY & NJ Host Committee. Here you will find answers to your questions ranging from information about the stadium, NJ Transit, parking, events and the game itself. If you have a question, here you will find the answer.
A Guide to Staying Healthy for the Big Game – The New Jersey Department of Health has created this “Guide to a Safe Super Bowl” for both residents and visitors alike. It will provide you information on health-related issues that are specific to this Super Bowl – such as how to deal with extreme cold weather – as well as information on food safety for those having parties and how to reduce the spread of infectious diseases. Here you will find videos, posters, facts sheets and other information that will help you stay healthy and enjoy this exciting game and the activities surrounding it.
NJTransit Super Bowl Information – NJTransit’s Super Bowl Page has all the information you will need to get around the “First Mass Transit Super Bowl”. Information on NJTransit’s SUPER PASS as well as a complete regional transit diagram can be found on this site.
Super Bowl Host Committee of NY & NJ – The site provides information such as a calendar of events, a NY/NJ visitor guide, game information and much more.
NorthJersey.com’s Fan Guide – North Jersey.com has compiled an evolving list of Super Bowl events in and around Bergen for you. New Jersey has all sorts of activities planned for Super Bowl week, including concerts, parties, family fun, ice skating, tastings, celebrity appearances and more. Check back frequently for new additions and updates.
Bergen County is honored to be home to the Super Bowl. To those visiting Bergen County for the first time – Welcome! Most importantly to residents and visitors alike, please be safe and enjoy the game!
YOU MUST HAVE A PARKING PASS IF YOU DRIVE TO THE MASS TRANSIT SUPER BOWL
Even if you are just getting dropped off you still need a parking pass .
There are no drop off points
Ridgewood NJ, Remember drivers must have a parking permit . It is suggested you leave 3 full hours of travel time to the stadium (and security). The game starts at 6pm , the staff of the Ridgewood blog suggests the latest arrival time 4:30pm.
Right now the only passes available are for car/van/SUV/town car’s under 15 feet long.
·OFF-SITE PARKING PASSES can be purchased here and include wrist bands that will get the guest onto a shuttle bus from the off-site parking to the stadium grounds.
Computer Simulation Predicts Seahawks Over Broncos, 24-21
January 27, 2014 2:45 PM
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) – The Seahawks and the Broncos will only play once for the title of Super Bowl champion. The game won’t be played on a computer, but on the field. But that doesn’t stop people from trying to guess what will happen on the field, with what happens in a computer simulation.
Prediction Machine’s Predictalator ran a simulation of Sunday’s Super Bowl 50,000 times, and found that the most likely score has the Seahawks beating the Broncos, 24-21.
Of the 50,000 simulations, the Seahawks won 54.8% of the time, and the Broncos 45.2% of the time.
The Broncos are currently a 2.5 point favorite at most sports books.
The New Jersey Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness (OHSP) is committed to engaging the citizenry of New Jersey as part of the State’s homeland security and counter-terrorism efforts.
The SAFE-NJ App is free and is available in iTunes and Google Play. The SAFE-NJ App enables citizens and visitors to:
Automatically dial the 1-866-4-SAFE-NJ terrorism tip line
Enter details about an incident; who, what, when, where, and why
Capture a photo from the App or use one that already exists on the device
Automatically find and use the device’s location or enter an address
Report detailed subject and vehicle descriptions
Include contact information or remain anonymous if preferred
Go to iTunes or Google Play and search for “SAFE-NJ”. You can download and install the app for free. Please remember that the SAFE-NJ App is live and any report submitted will be considered live.
Lawmakers: NFL Has Completely Ignored N.J. During Super Bowl Ramp-Up
Say East Rutherford, Towns Near MetLife Not Allowed To Use Words ‘Super Bowl’ In Ads January 27, 2014 6:05 PM
Lawmakers: NFL Has Completely Ignored N.J. During Super Bowl Ramp-Up
Say East Rutherford, Towns Near MetLife Not Allowed To Use Words ‘Super Bowl’ In Ads January 27, 2014 6:05 PM
New Jersey officials feel snubbed by a lack of official Super Bowl events being held in the towns surrounding Metlife Stadium. (Credit CBS 2)
SECAUCUS, N.J. (CBSNewYork) — With the Super Bowl XLVIII just days away, you’d never know it from the New Jersey side of this two-part equation.
Some lawmakers say the NFL hasn’t endorsed any of its events, leaving New Jersey out of the spotlight and in the cold, CBS 2’s Emily Smith reported Monday.
While the big game is being held at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J., some Jersey leaders said they are worried that the league hasn’t gotten the memo that this is not New York City’s Super Bowl.
“It’s just not a feeling of … it’s almost like not wanting to be here,” Secaucus Mayor Michael Gonnelli said of the NFL.
With the Super Bowl just days away, New York City is clearly ready, turning Times Square into an official NFL-sanctioned Super Bowl zone.
Meanwhile in New Jersey you can’t find a banner or sign with the words “Super Bowl” on it. New Jersey lawmakers say it’s because the NFL hasn’t recognized their events, and therefore they can’t use the official name “Super Bowl.”
Super Bowl ticket prices plummet
By Jeane MacIntosh
January 27, 2014 | 11:41pm
So much for being the most expensive Super Bowl ever.
With ticket prices in a freefall, seats for Sunday’s MetLife Stadium matchup between the Seattle Seahawks and Denver Broncos could end up being the least expensive for a Super Bowl since the post-9/11 game of 2002.
After hitting record highs last week, ticket prices took a nose dive over the weekend, with the cheapest prices plummeting nearly 50 percent, to a low of $1,150 from about $2,200 at 9 a.m. on Jan. 19.
While the cold weather had been a concern, that’s now been factored into prices and isn’t expected to have much of an effect going forward, unless there is a snowstorm, market watchers said.
Instead, limited travel demand by fans of the two Western teams, a glut of available tickets and sluggish interest in the New York metropolitan area are contributing to the tailspin.
More than 18,000 tickets remained available on the secondary market Monday.
NJ TRANSIT has created a special pass for Super Bowl Week 2014 – called SUPER PASS.
The $50 pass is valid for unlimited travel from Monday, January 27 through Monday, February 3, 2014 on all NJ TRANSIT rail, bus, light rail and Access Link services throughout New Jersey, including travel to and from Newark Liberty International Airport and New York City.
If you’re planning to travel to the Super Bowl and other fun activities during the week – SUPER PASS is for you. Take advantage of the savings and enjoy the convenience of not having to purchase tickets for every trip.
There are two ways to get your SUPER PASS:
Purchase at ticket vending machines at stations, terminals and park and rides or at ticket windows.
Purchase on your mobile device with NJ TRANSIT’s free MyTixSM App available at the App StoreSM and Google PlaySM. Find out more about MyTix™.
Just going to the big game? Purchase your round-trip train tickets to MetLife Stadium online.
Other Ticket Types
One-Way Tickets – one continuous trip
Round-Trip Tickets – two one-way tickets
Senior Citizen and Customers with Disabilities Fares – Senior Citizens (62 and older) and customers with disabilities can travel on NJ TRANSIT at a reduced fare of half the regular one-way fare at all times.
Children’s Fares – Children (ages 5 – 11) save at least 50 percent at all times. In addition, up to three children four and under can ride free with a passenger paying any valid fare.
Family SuperSaver Fares – Starting at 7:00 pm Friday, January 24 through 6:00 am Monday, February 3, 2014. Up to two children (ages 5 – 11) can ride free with a passenger paying any valid fare.
Purchasing Tickets
Mobile Tickets – Download NJ TRANSIT’s MyTix app from Google Play Store for Android devices or the App Store for iOS devices and purchase your tickets anytime, anywhere.
Online Tickets – Purchase tickets for travel between Penn Station New York and Meadowlands Sports Complex for Super Bowl Sunday online here.
Ticket Vending Machines (TVMs) – TVMs are available at all rail stations, bus terminals and other select locations and accept credit cards, debit cards and cash (all bills up to $100).
Ticket Offices – Available at major stations and terminals.
Ridgewood PRE-GAME CELEBRATION Super Sales and Special Game menu’s Mon, January 27, 2014 – Sun, February 02, 2014 Time: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM All around Ridgewood, Ridgewood, NJ 07450
Come to Ridgewood and join in on the
Shop and Restaurant Super Specials:
We will start to list some of the businesses that will have Sale Days and Special Menu’s
BOOKENDS – 20% OFF on ALL Sport books
211 E. Ridgewood Ave.
LUCKY BRAND – 20% OFF REGULAR PRICE
67 E. Ridgewood Ave.
KATE SPADE – 10% DISCOUNT
202 E. Ridgewood Ave.
GYPSY WARRIOR BOUTIQUE – up to 80%
203 E. Ridgewood Ave. $10-$50
FEMMEBOT CLOTHING – 75%
203 E. Ridgewood Ave.
LaBOTTEGA Italian Gourmet – Super Bowl Specials
14 Oak St.- Nachos/Buffalo Chicken + more.
CHESTNUT DELI & CATERING-football shaped hero’s and lots of trays for your party.
25 Chestnut St.
THE OFFICE BEER BAR & GRILL
“Kids corner super bowl brunch” 2/2/14.
call for reservations 201-652-1070.
NE Laser Vein Institute offering 75 minute
Rhonda Allison’s uplift signature facial at $60 ($90 value) 201-445-4410.
N.J. pols say Super Bowl program ignores host state
Saturday, January 25, 2014 Last updated: Saturday January 25, 2014, 11:49 AM
Associated Press
NEWARK, N.J. — Football fans who think they’re coming to New York City for the Super Bowl will find plenty of activities, parties and attractions. What they won’t find is a stadium, or the actual game.
That’s because it’s being played in New Jersey, but some angry politicians say you’d never know it, judging by the promotional materials from the NFL.
Ridgewood to see hike in Super Bowl activities
Friday January 24, 2014, 2:07 PM
BY DARIUS AMOS
STAFF WRITER
The Ridgewood News
Though extra revenue is usually always welcomed, the prospect of making money isn’t the only reason Ridgewood is getting into the Super Bowl business.
Ridgewood has planned a smorgasbord of football-centric activities for the week leading up to the big game (see full list below), with most of those programs consisting of donated time and items. Participation in most of those programs is free of charge, and two larger venues are charging a nominal admission fee of $5.
The National Football League and the NY/NJ Super Bowl Host Committee does not fund any non-sanctioned community events.
The host committee, the community-affairs arm of the Super Bowl, initially selected several North Jersey towns as a “place to visit” when the league announced MetLife Stadium as its host venue. Ridgewood was among the municipalities on the list, which also included the Meadowlands towns, Hoboken, Jersey City, Montclair and Newark, among others.
A group of village residents held brainstorming sessions with hopes of producing unique events for the town, but timing and logistics slowly thwarted large-scale plans. Still, that hasn’t stopped Ridgewood from planning a party.
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