Here Are The Healthiest Towns in New Jersey, Can You Guess Which is at the Bottom?

TRENTON, NJ – Leafwell, a health research organization, has released a study identifying the healthiest cities across New Jersey. The study is based on the frequency with which residents in 109 different…

It’s ‘Nork’, Not Newark: How to Tell if You’re Really From Jersey

New Jersey, known as the Garden State, holds a unique place in American culture. It’s a state filled with diverse communities, stunning shorelines, and yes—a distinctive set of traits and habits that…

Speaker of the House Says New Jersey, New York are Now Border States

TRENTON, NJ – New York And New Jersey are now unofficially border states when it comes to America’s ongoing immigration crisis. Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy identified, New York, New Jersey,…

New Jersey Almost Had an Offshore Nuclear Power Plant

A half-century before New Jersey’s current offshore wind farm debate, an audacious plan for a floating nuclear power plant captivated and divided the Jersey Shore community. In the early 1970s, the Atomic…

High Capacity Magazine Bans Unconstitutional Federal Judge Rules

TRENTON, NJ – A ruling in federal court could impact New Jersey’s ban on high-capacity magazines. A federal judge declared California’s ban on magazines holding more than 10 rounds of ammunition unconstitutional…

Here are Some New Jersey Rainy Day Ideas

Rainy days don’t have to put a damper on your New Jersey adventures. The Garden State offers a wide variety of indoor attractions that promise to keep you entertained and dry. Here’s…

Tropical Storm Ophelia Makes Landfall in North Carolina, Heading Toward Jersey

SEASIDE HEIGHTS, NJ – Tropical Storm Ophelia made landfall in North Carolina today, bringing sustained winds of 70 miles per hour and prompting a series of severe weather warnings across the region.…

New Jersey’s Economic Powerhouses: Top Industries Driving the Garden State

New Jersey might be small in size, but it’s a giant when it comes to economic diversity and dynamism. The state is home to a richly diverse population, with a third of…

Couple Pleads Guilty to $88 Million New Jersey Based Software Piracy Scheme

CALDWELL, NJ – Raymond Bradley Pearce, known as Brad Pearce, 48, and Dusti O. Pearce, 45, pleaded guilty today to a conspiracy to commit wire fraud in a scheme that involved selling…

Congressman Grills Mayor Pete Over 60,000 Migrants Housed at Classified New Jersey FAA Research Facility

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ – U.S. Congressman Jeff Van Drew grilled Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg over the Biden Administration’s plan to house as many as 60,000 migrants at a top-secret FAA research facility…

Here’s Why Fall is Still a Great Time to Visit the Jersey Shore

SEASIDE HEIGHTS, NJ – Today is the first day of fall. Summer is over, but that doesn’t mean you can’t still visit the Jersey Shore. For many, the Jersey Shore is synonymous…

Photo of dead whale that washed ashore in Brigantine. Photo by MMSC

Feds to Issue Permit to Offshore Wind Co. to ‘Take’ a Few Endangered Whales During Construction in New Jersey

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ – On Friday, September 22, NOAA Fisheries will initiate a 30-day public comment period for proposed regulations related to Atlantic Shores’ Atlantic Shores South Project. The offshore wind energy…

Single Use Plastic Bottles Banned in Mass., Could New Jersey Be Next?

TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy has banned plastic bags, plastic straws, foam containers, and gas cars, could single-use plastic bottles be next? If he continues to follow the lead…

The Best Barbecue Spots at the New Jersey Shore Await You

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Barbecue, often abbreviated as BBQ, has a rich and complex history in the United States. The practice of slow-cooking meat over a wood fire has its roots in…

The Waterfalls of New Jersey and Beyond: A Great Fall Daycation Idea

New Jersey may be known for its bustling cities and beautiful shorelines, but the state also boasts a variety of natural wonders that offer a reprieve from the hustle and bustle of…

Why Wildwood Beaches Are So Much Wider than the Rest of New Jersey

When it comes to beaches in New Jersey, Wildwood stands out for one particular reason—its incredible width. While many East Coast beaches are losing their shoreline to erosion, Wildwood’s beaches are expansive…

The Weirdest Places in New Jersey You Probably Never Heard Of

New Jersey might be famous for its beautiful beaches, bustling cities, and historical landmarks, but it’s also home to some of the most unusual places you’ll ever encounter. Buckle up for an…

North Jersey or South Jersey? What’s the Big Deal?

New Jersey, the Garden State. It may be one of the smallest states in the U.S., but it’s divided into two distinct regions: North Jersey and South Jersey. Whether it’s the accent,…

These New Jersey Counties Have the Highest Property Taxes in America

NEWARK, NJ – If you’re counting pennies during the Biden inflation boom, you might not want to be living in North Jersey, where residents are paying the highest property taxes in America.…

Phil Murphy Says No Secret Sauce for Migrants in New Jersey: It Is Beyond Us

TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy is once again touting his track record on immigration and the Garden State’s status as a bonafide sanctuary state. Murphy has previously said no…

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