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…
Toms River offers yoga and wellness classes focused on relaxation and recovery
A new series of guided sessions combining yoga, breathwork, and massage is set to begin this spring at a local community facility. Toms River, NJ – Toms River Recreation is introducing a…
New Jersey advances sweeping ban on food dyes and additives in school lunches
Lawmakers move to restrict 10 substances, with school dye ban set for 2028. Trenton, NJ – New Jersey lawmakers are advancing legislation that would prohibit a range of food additives and artificial…
FDA recall issued for Boner Bear, Red Bull honey supplements laced with prescription drug ingredients
Tampa, FL – A Florida-based distributor has announced a nationwide recall of several honey-based dietary supplements after federal testing found undeclared prescription drug ingredients commonly used to treat erectile dysfunction. The products,…
Botched Root Canal Leads to Arrest of Fake Dentist Operating in New Jersey
Police say a woman was practicing dentistry without a license at a Main Street business following a months-long investigation by local detectives. South River, NJ – A months-long investigation by the South…
Easter Foods New Jersey Pet Owners Should Keep Away From Dogs and Cats
Veterinarians warn that common Easter candies and holiday foods can pose serious health risks to pets if accidentally consumed. Toms River, NJ – Easter celebrations often include baskets filled with candy, chocolate…
New Jersey Bill Advances to Ban Several Food Additives and Artificial Dyes in Schools
Legislation would prohibit certain food additives in commercial products and ban multiple artificial dyes from food served in schools. Trenton, NJ – A New Jersey Senate committee has advanced legislation that would…
Municipal Pools in New Jersey Could Be Required to Post “Dry Drowning” Warnings
Proposed legislation would require municipalities with public pools to post warnings and distribute information about the symptoms of dry drowning. Trenton, NJ – A bill introduced in the New Jersey Senate would…
Judge dismisses New Jersey man’s lawsuit accusing CNN and other media of “mind control”
Court finds allegations against TV executives and talk show hosts “frivolous” and unsupported TRENTON, NJ – A New Jersey federal judge has dismissed a bizarre lawsuit filed by a man who claimed…
Virginia lawmakers vote to decriminalize suicide
A bill awaiting the governor’s action would eliminate Virginia’s longstanding common-law classification of suicide as a crime. Virginia, VA – Virginia lawmakers have approved legislation that would formally abolish the common-law crime…
Great Value Cottage Cheese Reca
Saputo USA recalls Great Value cottage cheese sold at Walmart due to pasteurization issue No illnesses have been reported, but the dairy producer warns unpasteurized ingredients could pose a risk to vulnerable…
Savannah Bee Company recalls Honey BBQ Sauce-Mustard over undeclared wheat and soy allergens
The Georgia-based company issued a nationwide recall after discovering mislabeled bottles that could pose a risk to consumers with allergies. SAVANNAH, GA – Savannah Bee Company has voluntarily recalled its Honey BBQ…
50% Price cut announced for Wegovy, Ozempic, and Rybelsus will impact New Jersey patients
PLAINSBORO, NJ – In a move expected to benefit thousands of New Jersey residents living with obesity and type 2 diabetes, Novo Nordisk, whose U.S. headquarters is based in Plainsboro, announced it…
New Jersey proposes Medicare-For-All health care coverage for all residents
Measure would make the state the first in the nation to offer universal Medicare access pending federal approval. TRENTON, NJ – A new proposal introduced in the New Jersey Assembly seeks to…
New Jersey takes to investigate coverage of hormone replacement therapy
Measure directs Banking and Insurance Department to examine carrier compliance under the New Jersey Menopause Coverage Act. TRENTON, NJ – A measure introduced in the New Jersey Assembly would require the Department…
New Jersey Lawmaker Pushes for Tax Free Condoms
Trenton, NJ – A newly introduced bill in the New Jersey Senate would exempt the sale of condoms from the state’s sales and use tax, placing them alongside prescription drugs, over-the-counter medications,…
Wellsley Farms salmon sold in New Jersey recalled over possible Listeria contamination at BJ’s Wholesale Club
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Slade Gorton & Co., Inc. has issued a recall for one lot of Wellsley Farms Farm-Raised Atlantic Salmon sold exclusively at BJ’s Wholesale Club due to possible contamination…
New Jersey bill to allow cops to carry EpiPens advances in senate
TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey cops can carry life saving Narcan for drug overdose victims, but they are not legally authorized to carry life saving allergy medication known as EpiPens. That could…
No Risk to Water Supply After Dead Geese with Suspected Avian Flu Found at Monmouth County Reservior
MIDDLETOWN, NJ — New Jersey environmental officials are monitoring an active outbreak of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI), also known as H5N1, following reports of sick and dead birds at multiple locations…
Over 100 Canadanian geese found dead at Monmouth reservoir amid suspected bird flu outbreak
MIDDLETOWN, NJ – Wildlife officials are investigating a mass die-off of more than 100 Canada geese at the Swimming River Reservoir in Monmouth County, believed to be linked to an outbreak of…
Backyard Porta-Potty Ordinance Advances in Jackson, Allowing Non-Construction Use Permitting
JACKSON, NJ – If you take a look around Jackson, mostly in the summer, you will see many backyards with outdoor porta-potties. The presence of these port-a-potties usually coincides with advertised pool…
