Phil Murphy Brought Hollywood to New Jersey, Now Mikie Sherrill is Suing Movie Companies
Trenton, NJ – For nearly eight years, New Jersey has aggressively marketed itself as Hollywood East. Under Gov. Phil Murphy, the state revived its film tax credit program, recruited some of the…
First Legal Weed Shop Opens in Ocean County
SOUTH TOMS RIVER, NJ – If you enjoy legalized marijuana and live in Ocean County, your days of long drives to the nearest dispensaries are over. The new business, The Social Leaf…
Shake Shack, New Eatery Coming Soon to Brick Township
BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ – It seems like Brick Township gets all the great chains in Ocean County and two more are on their way. Brick Township is set to welcome a new…
Gas Prices Spike in New Jersey, Causing Financial Pain for Commuters
TRENTON, NJ – The gas price in New Jersey and nationwide is up again. With prices edging close to $4 per gallon, the average price is $3.71 for regular unleaded, according to…
New Jersey-Based Campbell’s to Buy Leading Brand of Italian Sauce
CAMNDE, NJ – On Monday, New Jersey packaged food maker Campbell Soup announced its acquisition of Sovos Brands for $2.33 billion in cash. Sovos Brands is the owner of Michael Angelo’s and…
New Jersey is Only State in America Where Pumping Gas is Illegal
Oregon has lifted its ban on pumping your own gas, reversing a 1951 decision that made it illegal to refuel your own vehicle. That leaves New Jersey as the only state in…
Federal Employees Working from Home in NJ Could Soon Return to Office
NEWARK, NJ – The White House is urging federal agencies to transition to more in-person work starting next month, emphasizing its importance in delivering government services effectively. White House Chief of Staff…
Free Ice Cream All Day at This New Haagen Dazs in North Jersey
UPDATE: THIS EVENT HAS ENDED PARAMUS, NJ – Haagen Dazs, the premium ice cream brand, is celebrating the opening of its new location at the Bergen Town Center in Paramus with a…
Popular Hot Dog & BBQ Spot to Open in Columbus
COLUMBUS, OH – Crave Hot Dogs & BBQ, a rapidly growing fast casual dining chain known for its delectable specialty hot dogs, BBQ plates, and sandwiches, as well as its unique self-pour…
Jackson Ice Cream Shop Farley’s Has Been Sold
JACKSON, NJ – Farley’s Homemade Ice Cream on Brewers Bridge Road has been sold. Owner John Burnetsky confirmed the sale today on the company’s Facebook page. “This is straight from the horse’s…
New York City Makes Pandemic Outdoor Dining Rules Permanent
The New York City Council voted to establish a newly revised permanent outdoor dining program, building on the success and lessons learned from the emergency pandemic outdoor restaurants program. The legislation aims…
Trader Joe’s to Open at Abandoned Middletown Walgreens
MIDDLETOWN, NJ – The abandoned former Walgreens store in the Middletown Plaza will soon transform into a Trader Joe’s. The company moved one step closer this week by adding the location to…
NJ Woman Dies in Fall into Large Food Processor at Italian Meat Packer
WOODBRIDGE, NJ – Officials from the Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) and local police are investigating a deadly incident at the United Premium Foods processing plant in Woodbridge on Friday. It…
Electric Car Fires Pose Serious Risk To Shipping Industry, NYC Ports and Workers
NEWARK, NJ – This year, Port Newark became fully aware of the dangers of shipping cars with lithium-ion batteries when a container ship caught fire and killed two firefighters. In June of…
Brake Issue Found in Ford F-150 Pickups
TRENTON, NJ – Nearly one million Ford F-150s on the roads may have a brake failure waiting to cause a serious if not deadly incident. Many of those vehicles were sold right…
City Hall will Soon Be Steps Away from the Newest Dim Sum Palace
NEW YORK, NY – New York City’s beloved Dim Sum Palace is gearing up to unveil its 8th location at 123 William Street in the bustling Financial District on August 1. This…
New Jersey Businesses Could Soon Be Fined for Using the Wrong Light Bulbs
TRENTON, NJ – Businesses in New Jersey could be the target of a new ruling by the Department of Energy focusing on eradicating incandescent light bulbs once and for all. According to…
Ocean County Mall was 1976 Catalyst for Toms River’s Commercial Boom
TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Ocean County Mall has been the economic anchor of Toms River for decades, not Downtown Toms River. The same holds true to the Route 37 corridor and…
What Happened to the New Texas Roadhouse in Toms River?
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Last fall, we learned Willie Nelson’s Texas Roadhouse would be coming to Toms River. Nelson, who is a partner in the chain and operates an Austin, Texas location,…
Starbucks Collector Mugs Available on Cruise Ships
NEW YORK, NY – Sailing on a Norwegian Cruise Line ship out of New York City? Are you a coffee lover? Then there’s some good news for you. Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL)…
Convicts Training to Become Starbucks Baristas in New Jersey Prisons
TRENTON, NJ – In a groundbreaking initiative aimed at providing incarcerated individuals with a pathway to reintegration, the New Jersey Department of Corrections celebrated the graduation of its first class of five…
