Eminent Domain, Extended Bar Hours and Board of Ed Candidates Top This Week's Headlines

In a contentious vote and following a long discussion, the Hoboken city council approved the use of eminent domain in negotiations to buy parkland in the Southwest. 

Elections aren't until November, but eight candidates have announced they'll be running for three open seats on Hoboken's Board of Education. 

While eight others threw their hats in the ring, sitting member Maureen Sullivan explained this week why she will not be running for a second term on the board.

The city council passed an ordinance that allows Hoboken bars a third night of 3 a.m. closing time. This week, the city said the measure will be corrected. 

The city is in the process of making bids to acquire parkland in Hoboken. Two of the sites are located in the Northwest. 

The Bikes Belong Coalition is awarding the money to Hoboken to start a pilot program. 

Michelangela, on Washington and Third Streets is not renewing its lease.

The uptown farmers' market is back. Every Thursday at 3 p.m.