Canadian Wildfire Triggers Code Red Air Quality Alert in New Jersey: Officials Warn Everyone Is at Risk
Trenton, NJ – Smoke from hundreds of active wildfires burning across Canada continues to blanket New Jersey in unhealthy air, prompting the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) to declare an…
Three Drug Dealers Charged for Deadly Ocean County Overdose, One Convicted
TOMS RIVER, NJ — The Ocean County Prosecutor’s office has announced a development in a legal case stemming from a tragic overdose death in Berkeley Township. On March 4, Ryan Thompson, 35,…
Multistate E. Coli Outbreak Allegedly Linked to Raw Cheddar Cheese Made in New Jersey
CRANBURY, NJ—A New Jersey-based cheese manufacturer has been identified as the source of an E. coli outbreak in the United States. The FDA and CDC, alongside state and local partners, are investigating…
Weed World as New York Pushes Record Number of Marijuana Dispensary Licenses
NEW YORK, NY – Governor Kathy Hochul announced a significant expansion in New York’s cannabis industry, with the State Cannabis Control Board approving 109 new licenses, marking a substantial increase in the…
New Jersey Celebrates 100th Legal Weed Dispensary Milestone
TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey has reached a significant milestone in its cannabis industry, with the New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission (NJ-CRC) reporting that the state now has 102 medicinal and recreational…
Will Virus X Be Another Human Mistake Caused by Reckless Study of Deadly Viruses?
PRINCETON, NJ – As the world cautiously navigates the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, a question looms large in the collective consciousness: Why do we continue to study deadly viruses, especially in…
NJ Man Marks 5-Year Heart Transplant Anniversary, Advocates for Organ Donation Awareness
New Providence, NJ – On February 14, a New Jersey man celebrates Valentine’s Day and the 5-year anniversary of his lifesaving heart transplant, highlighting the significance of National Donor Day. Born in…
Jackson School District Says No Early Dismissal Citing Safety
Jackson, NJ – Jackson School District officials have decided to keep schools open for the remainder of the normal school day despite an unexpected shift in the weather that brought heavier snowfall…
Do you know how much your healthcare costs are? You’re Not Alone
A recent Bentley-Gallup Business in Society Report reveals that only seventeen percent of U.S. adults know the cost of their healthcare products or services before receiving them, indicating a widespread lack of…
New Jersey Plastic Bag Ban Tripled Plastic Consumption According to Study
A recent report from Freedonia Custom Research (FCR), a division of Marketresearch.com, has shed light on the effects of New Jersey’s single-use bag ban on consumer habits, retail operations, and the environment.…
What to Know Before You Go: Walking on Thin Ice in New Jersey
Trenton, NJ – The New Jersey State Police, in collaboration with the Marine Services Bureau and the National Weather Service, issued a cautionary statement today regarding the dangers posed by thinning ice…
Ocean County Health Department’s Live Healthy Program Available to Residents
The “Live Healthy Ocean County” (LHOC) program, offered by the Ocean County Health Department (OCHD), is a public health initiative designed to promote cardiovascular health and wellness among the residents of Ocean…
Feds Link These Dairy Products to Nationwide Listeria Outbreak That Killed Two, Sickened Dozens
TRENTON, NJ – Rizo-López Foods, Inc. (“RLF”) has initiated a voluntary recall of several dairy products following concerns of potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. This bacterium poses a serious health risk, capable…
Harford Memorial Hospital Closure and New Facilities Opening Announced
Bel Air, MD – The Harford County Sheriff’s Office has relayed an important update from UM Upper Chesapeake Health concerning local healthcare facilities. As of 7 a.m. today, Harford Memorial Hospital has…
These Fantastic Local Breweries Are Keeping New Jersey’s Craft Beer Industry In the Game
New Jersey’s beer brewing history is rich and diverse, with a landscape dotted by breweries that have garnered acclaim and a dedicated following. From coastal Cape May to the bustling hubs of…
New Jersey Shelter Offers Service to Neuter Your Ex for Valentine’s Day
Blackwood, NJ – Homeward Bound Pet Adoption Center in Blackwood, New Jersey, is embracing a unique approach this Valentine’s Day to both address pet overpopulation and offer a cathartic experience for those…
State Troopers Rescue Hunter in Shotgun Mishap in Sussex County
Sussex County, NJ – A hunting accident in the Pequest Wildlife Management Area of Hampton Township, Sussex County, prompted a rapid response from New Jersey State Troopers, resulting in a life-saving intervention.…
New Jersey Parents Could Face Bigger Fines for Not Doing This With their Children
Trenton, NJ – In a significant move to enhance child safety in vehicles, a new bill has been introduced that substantially increases the penalties for drivers who fail to properly secure children…
New Jersey Law Will Make It Illegal to Discriminate Against Fat and Short People
The Senate Labor Committee in New Jersey has taken a significant step in the advancement of civil rights law with the passage of a bill sponsored by Senator Andrew Zwicker. This legislation,…
Congressman Gottheimer Challenges Funding for Crisis Pregnancy Centers Amid Ideological Debate
New Jersey Congressman Josh Gottheimer has taken a firm stance against federal funding for Crisis Pregnancy Centers (CPCs), asserting that these centers mislead pregnant women seeking medical assistance. His comments came as…
Community Medical Center Announces New Mandatory Masking Policy for Visitors
TOMS RIVER, NJ – If you are visiting a relative or friend at Toms River’s Community Medical Center, you’re going to have to mask up. That’s because the hospital announced starting this…
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