EDA pledges $200 million Aspire tax credit for mixed-use ‘NJPAC District’ project in Newark

A sweeping plan to expand the New Jersey Performing Arts Center campus in Newark has secured a 10-year, $200 million tax credit award under the state’s Aspire program, in a key step for a project that would include 350 apartments and new commercial and community spaces.

Developers join Murphy, Oliver to launch $500 million redevelopment in East Orange

An investment group has broken ground on what’s billed as a $500 million development project in East Orange, where plans call for 820 mixed-income apartments and more than 200,000 square feet of commercial space anchored by a new supermarket.

New 33-story tower in Newark by Boraie, Shaq on track for spring 2023 delivery

Boraie Development has reached a key milestone in its construction of a 370-unit apartment tower in downtown Newark, with plans to debut the building next spring under its latest partnership with city native and basketball legend Shaquille O’Neal.

Lord Abbett takes 178,000 sq. ft. at Goldman Sachs tower in Jersey City

Investment manager Lord Abbett & Co. is relocating its headquarters in Jersey City after leasing nearly 180,000 square feet at one of the state’s best-known office buildings.

Jersey City office tower changing hands in sale of Columbia Property Trust

A prominent Jersey City office building is set to change hands after its owner, Columbia Property Trust, announced Tuesday that the company would be acquired for $3.9 billion.

Panel: Interest in office space picking up as employers mull re-entry plans, hybrid schedules

Employers are hoping to find a middle ground as they determine how best to bring workers back to the office. While that strategy is still taking shape, occupiers have already begun to weigh their post-pandemic options in places such as Jersey City, driving an uptick in building tours and the prospect of new leasing activity.

Developers land $94 million financing package for revival of iconic Paterson stadium

A development team has closed on more than $90 million in financing for a project that centers on restoring Paterson’s historic Hinchcliffe Stadium.

AIG to join growing tenant roster at Goldman Sachs tower, inking 230,000 sq. ft. lease

American International Group Inc. will lease a reported 230,000 square feet at the Goldman Sachs tower in Jersey City, marking the latest high-profile addition to the 40-story building.

Merck spinoff taking 110,000 sq. ft. at Goldman Sachs tower in Jersey City

A new Merck & Co. spinoff is moving to the Goldman Sachs tower in Jersey City, where it’s reportedly set to occupy 110,000 square feet for its global headquarters.

Murphy names new EDA board chair amid ongoing calls for reform

Gov. Phil Murphy has named a new board chair of the Economic Development Authority, tapping a fellow former Goldman Sachs executive as part of his plan to overhaul the agency.