Tag Archives: downtown

City seeks state funds for Irving Street remediation

The city will pursue state funds to offset the cost of remediation of several downtowns lots that it plans to acquire.

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Federal grant could launch mural project

The city is pursuing a $150,000 matching federal grant in hopes of jumpstarting a downtown mural project.

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65 businesses receive Rahway CARES funds

Some 65 local businesses shared in more than a quarter-million dollars in funding through the Rahway Coronavirus Aid Relief & Economic Stimulus (CARES) program.

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Ming’s Luncheonette to close after 32 years

Changes are coming to two longtime mainstays in Rahway.

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Council accepts Arts District plan

City Council moved forward with the Arts District Redevelopment Plan, introducing an ordinance to accept the plan and amend the city’s zoning map.

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City launches TV commercial

A 30-second commercial began airing this month on cable television as part of a campaign to encourage visitors to patronize Rahway as activity begins to slowly ramp up in the wake of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

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Certificate of completion issued for Reva Rahway

The Redevelopment Agency officially issued a Certificate of Completion for REVA Rahway, a rental complex on Main Street at the site of the former Center Circle sports complex that started leasing late last year.

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Public spaces designated for outdoor dining

Free parking, free public Wi-Fi, and seven designated public spaces downtown where residents can eat and drink are among the efforts by the city encourage patronage of local businesses while still social distancing as restrictions are eased in response to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

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