New Jersey’s Ten Most Ridiculous COVID-19 Lockdown Rules: A Look Back
Trenton, NJ – Six years after New Jersey’s COVID-19 emergency orders transformed daily life, many residents still point to some of Gov. Phil Murphy’s pandemic restrictions as examples of government overreach, inconsistent…
Farm to table restaurants at the Jersey Shore push the limits of creativity and freshness
The Jersey Shore, renowned for its picturesque coastline and vibrant communities, is also home to a burgeoning farm-to-table dining scene. This culinary movement emphasizes the use of locally sourced, seasonal ingredients, offering…
Underrated colleges in New Jersey that deserve a second look before you decide
TRENTON, N.J. — While Rutgers and Princeton dominate discussions of New Jersey higher education, several lesser-known institutions in the Garden State offer distinct opportunities for students seeking rigorous academics, unique programs, and…
Trump sends Easter message of ‘love, sincerity, and affection’ to all — including political rivals
PALM BEACH, FL — President Donald Trump marked Easter Sunday with a message that mixed holiday wishes with his signature political style, extending greetings not only to supporters but also to critics…
Governor Phil Murphy’s Hop and Flop Easter Bunny Video Remembered Five Years Later
TRENTON, N.J. — On Easter Sunday five years ago, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy and First Lady Tammy Murphy appeared in a lighthearted video amid the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, drawing…
Toms River man killed in ATV crash at notorious Jackson Clayton Pits
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A 28-year-old man from Toms River was killed Saturday evening after crashing his ATV on a remote dirt trail behind the Pine Barrens Golf Course, authorities said. The…
Ten Things New Jersey and Other Places Did During the Pandemic That Went Too Far
TRENTON, NJ—As we embark on the five-year anniversary of the COVID-19 pandemic and the subsequent ridiculous response by local governments, especially in New Jersey, let’s take a trip down memory lane. During…
New Jersey Senator Cory Booker delivers egg price hoax on Easter
NEWARK, NJ – New Jerseyans woke up to an unsettling message from U.S. Senator Cory Booker this morning, blaming President Donald J. Trump for the high price of eggs on this national…
Perth Amboy Police Warn Public of Viral Missing Child Hoax
PERTH AMBOY, NJ — The Perth Amboy Police Department has confirmed that a widely shared social media post claiming a missing child was found at their station is a hoax. Officials stated…
New Jersey is suing Discord over child safety protections
TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin filed a lawsuit Thursday against Discord, Inc., accusing the messaging platform of engaging in deceptive practices that left children vulnerable to online…
New Jersey Needs a Buc-ee’s and There’s No Reason There Isn’t One Yet
New Jersey, with its bustling highways, vibrant tourism, and loyal convenience store culture, is primed for a bold addition to its roadside landscape: a Buc-ee’s rest stop. Right now, Wawa is the…
New Jersey Dept. of Transportation director drove drunk and crashed with children in car
TRENTON, NJ – If you live in New Jersey, you’re used to two sets of rules, one for the political elites and one for everyone else. In a recently released bodycam video,…
In New Jersey, is it pizza or is it a pie
When you call your favorite local pizza joint, do you ask for a pizza or a pie? In New Jersey, a state renowned for its rich culinary heritage and vibrant Italian-American culture,…
Josh Gottheimer pitches plan to raise your property taxes if he becomes governor
TRENTON, NJ — U.S. Rep. Josh Gottheimer, a Democrat running for governor of New Jersey, unveiled a proposal aimed at slashing property tax burdens for newcomers by allowing them to pay the…
Gym parking lot crime spree: Atlantic City man pleads guilty to eluding, burglary, and credit card fraud
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — An Atlantic City man has pleaded guilty to multiple charges stemming from a 2021 crime spree in Ocean County, including burglary, eluding police, and fraudulent use of a…
Man busted with loaded gun and high-capacity magazine in Brick Township traffic stop
BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ — A Lakewood man was arrested and charged with multiple weapons offenses after Brick Township Police discovered a loaded handgun during a traffic stop earlier this month, authorities announced.…
Will New Jersey’s Democrats Please Stand Up for Hardworking Americans?
New Jersey’s Democratic leaders—Senators Cory Booker and Andy Kim, and Representatives Mikie Sherrill and Josh Gottheimer—are at a crossroads. As they champion the rights of undocumented immigrants, including those with criminal histories,…
Two Delaware firefighters charged in firehouse hate crime
MILLVILLE, DE — Two volunteer firefighters have been arrested in connection with a hate crime investigation at the Millville Volunteer Fire Company, Delaware State Police announced. Jay Droney, 27, of Millville, and…
New York and New Jersey are both home to the English muffin pizza
If you grew up in New York or New Jersey, chances are you’ve got a soft spot for English muffin pizzas. While these tiny and delicious pizzas are known around the country,…
Driver charged in double-fatal Linden crash after allegedly running red light at high speed
LINDEN, NJ — A 28-year-old Piscataway man has been charged with two counts of second-degree vehicular homicide in connection with a deadly crash last year that killed two people, officials announced Thursday.…
New Jersey’s offshore nuclear power plant makes Phil Murphy’s wind farm idea look like a good idea
LACEY TOWNSHIP, NJ — As New Jersey grapples with the fallout of Governor Phil Murphy’s struggling offshore wind energy plan, a look back at the state’s energy history reveals an even more…
