Groton Selected as Navy awards $642M contract boost for Virginia class submarine work
Groton, CT – General Dynamics Electric Boat Corp. has secured a $642.3 million contract modification to continue design and support work for the Navy’s Virginia class submarine program, the Pentagon announced. Contract…
WARNING: Chocolate May Go Extinct In Next 40 Years?
Chocolate could reportedly vanish as early as 2050. This revelation has led scientists from the University of California at Berkeley to work with Virginia-based manufacturer Mars, Incorporated to save the cacao plant…
Local Shark Tank Celebrity Business Owner Caught in Freehold Drug Ring Bust
FREEHOLD-The owner of a company who landed a $200,000 deal on the television show Shark Tank for an ingenious, but simple paint brush cover found himself in hot water this week, according…
Shoppers Need to be Cautious and Aware of Their Rights This Holiday Season, Freeholder Director Vicari Said
SEARCHING FOR the perfect holiday gift? Then shop smart and always be aware of your rights, said Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari “Not every holiday gift is the perfect gift,” Vicari said.…
Facebook to launch chat app for kids, with parental controls
Facebook on Monday unveiled a version of its Messenger application for children, aimed at enabling kids under 12 to connect with others under parental supervision. Messenger Kids is being rolled out for…
Lamborghini drives into crowded SUV market
Lamborghini, the fabled Italian sports car manufacturer, on Monday unveiled its new Sports Utility Vehicle, accelerating into a fast growing market already crowded with upmarket rivals. The Urus, as the four-wheel drive…
When should you unfriend someone on Facebook?
By Alexis Elder, Assistant Professor of Philosophy, University of Minnesota Duluth. English106, CC BY The nature and ethics of “fake news” has become a subject of widespread concern. But, for many of…
Trump urges lawsuits against ABC News for fake report, stock market loses
President Trump urged people Saturday to sue ABC News over a false on-air report that former National Security Advisor Michael Flynn was prepared to testify about Trump campaign collusion with Russia, which…
NBC Fires Matt Lauer After Investigation of Sexual Harassment Claim
NBC has fired its leading morning news anchor Matt Lauer over sexual harassment allegations, the network’s president for news said in a memo to staff on Wednesday. “On Monday night, we received…
Tumblr founder leaving Yahoo-owned blogging platform
Tumblr founder and chief David Karp on Monday announced he is leaving the nearly 11-year-old blogging platform — with his departure coming in the wake of Verizon buying parent-company Yahoo. Karp said…
Arby’s owner buying Buffalo Wild Wings for $2.9 billion
Looks like Arby’s is about to add some Buffalo to its menu! The parent company of the “we have the meats” restaurant announced plans to acquire Buffalo Wild Wings in a deal…
Yankees president Randy Levine rips Donald Trump’s tax plan
Randy Levine has never been shy about speaking his mind–especially when money is on the table. The Yankees president has become known for boasting about his team–or against certainly players (Dellin Betances)…
Bitcoin hits new records, heads for $10,000 as bubble fears grow
Bitcoin soared to fresh records Tuesday, putting it on course for $10,000, but the virtual currency’s stratospheric rise has fuelled fears of a bubble after a 10-fold increase this year. The cryptocurrency,…
Toyota showcases humanoid robot that mirrors user
Japanese auto giant Toyota Wednesday showcased a humanoid robot that can mirror its user’s movements, a product it says has uses as varied as elderly care and disaster response. The T-HR3 can…
These major retailers are closing 1,000 stores in 2018
The new year could be another difficult one for traditional retailers. After closing more than 5,000 stores in 2017, we’re already getting word of closings for 2018. In 2017, the store closure…
Report: Why this N.J. Republican keeps voting for things that could hurt Jersey
WASHINGTON — In just his third term in office, Rep. Tom MacArthur is helping to shape legislation in a way lawmakers who’ve been here a long time can only dream of. But…
Roman’s Pizza in Jackson Under New Management, Soon to be Named Giuseppe’s
When Giuseppe Gangitano, a long time restaurant owner saw an opportunity to open a new pizzeria in Jackson, he jumped at the opportunity. He recently purchased Roman’s Pizza at the 5 corners…
Jackson Chamber of Commerce Seeking Gift Card Donations for Food Bank
The Jackson Chamber of Commerce is expanding their annual membership gift card drive to the general public to further help those in need in Jackson this holiday season. According to the chamber,…
Plan Unveiled for Two Restaurants at former Brick Joe’s Crab Shack
BRICK-Mayor John Ducey today announced that the former site of Joe’s Crab Shack here is in the process of becoming two separate restaurants sharing the same location. The announcement came during the…
Holidays Are the Perfect Time to “Buy in Ocean County”
In the upcoming days and weeks, downtown business districts and shopping areas – small and large – throughout Ocean County will come alive with the spirit of the holiday season. “No matter…
Osteo Relief Institute Helping People Affected by Hurricane Maria
On September 20, 2017, Hurricane Maria, a strong, category-four hurricane with powerful winds up to 150-mph totally devastated Puerto Rico. It bisected the whole island and drenched it with rain. The results are…
Veterans Day 2017 Free Meals: Complete List Of Restaurants Offering Military Freebies
Looking for Veterans Day freebies? Check out our complete list of restaurants offering free meals to active duty and retired military member’s this Veteran’s Day weekend. Veterans Day is observed in the…
Disney announces new Star Wars trilogy
Disney on Thursday announced plans for a new Star Wars trilogy as it builds on the beloved and profitable science fiction film franchise. “We have big ambitions for the Star Wars franchise,”…
Report: Police called 750 Times to Troubled Downtown Motel
TOMS RIVER — Police have filed a public nuisance complaint against a motel after police have been called to more than 750 times in less than three years to the business. Toms…
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