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Lincoln Tunnel Motel open to helping those in need

North Bergen man who's helping people in need knows what it’s like not to have a home

Aired 08/27/2021

NJ Spotlight News

Lincoln Tunnel Motel open to helping those in need

Clip: 8/27/2021 | 4m 7sVideo has Closed Captions

North Bergen man who's helping people in need knows what it’s like not to have a home

One north Jersey man who has gained a following on social media has a reputation for extending a hand to those in need. He posts both funny anecdotes and sobering tales about his family’s business as owners of the Lincoln Tunnel Motel, which has become a refuge for those who have hit hard times or are in need of a place to call home.

Aired 08/27/2021

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