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New Jersey’s ‘Bottomless’ Pine Barrens Blue Hole Surrounded by Folklore and Urban Legends

WINSLOW TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A secluded, deep-blue pool in the Pine Barrens continues to draw visitors each year despite safety warnings and long-running legends that describe it as “bottomless,” haunted, and dangerously…

New Jersey Weather Forecast: Warm Thursday Brings 70s Before Showers, Cooler Weekend Return

Trenton, NJ – A brief warm-up will push temperatures into the low 70s Thursday across New Jersey before a cooler, wetter pattern settles in for the weekend. After a cloudy and damp…

Twentieth Century Fad Still a Big Hit in New Jersey

TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey collectors generated more than 150,000 online searches for sports trading cards in the past year, ranking the state among the most active markets in the country as…

New Jersey and New York Lawmakers Team Up to Fight E-ZPass and its Heavy Handed Fees and Tactics

Trenton, NJ – New Jersey Assemblyman Paul Kanitra is pushing a bipartisan plan to overhaul the EZ Pass system, targeting what he calls “excessive” fines and poor customer service while proposing a…

No arrests in New Jersey Chick-fil-A mass shooting, gunman at large

Union Township, NJ – A deadly shooting outside a Chick-fil-A on Route 22 that killed one person and wounded six others remains unsolved more than a week later, despite surveillance and dashcam…

New Jersey is America’s Least Free State: Understanding the Numbers Behind This Week’s Fox News Report

Trenton, NJ — Once considered a tax-friendly state that helped fuel its postwar economic rise, New Jersey now ranks 47th in overall freedom nationwide, with new analysis highlighted by Fox News showing…

New Jersey Zone 7: What to plant and what to do in your garden this week to prepare for summer

NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. — A late-season cold snap threatens early plantings across New Jersey just as the spring gardening season accelerates, forcing gardeners to balance frost protection with timely planting decisions, according…

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Dear World, Please Forgive New Jersey for Being New Jersey During the World Cup

On behalf of the entire state of New Jersey, we would like to issue FIFA and World Cup soccer fans all over the world a heartfelt apology. We know what you’re thinking:…

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Watch: New Jersey Lawmaker Says Mexicans are Good at Cutting Grass and Trees Despite Being Short People

Willingboro, New Jersey — A township council meeting turned contentious after Councilwoman Rebecca Perrone said “Mexicans know what to do with grass” while discussing landscaping contracts, prompting criticism over racial stereotyping in…

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Bay Shore Migrant Who Killed Roommate Gets 25 Years to Life After Fleeing to Florida

Suffolk County, New York — A 24-year-old man’s fatal shooting inside a Bay Shore home has led to a 25-years-to-life prison sentence for his roommate, who fled New York after the killing…

Decades old vehicle discovered underwater in South Jersey

Decades old car pulled from murky waters near South Jersey boat ramp Absecon, NJ — A long-submerged vehicle hidden beneath dark waters for years was finally pulled to the surface Sunday, revealing…

The world is coming to New Jersey, but NJ Transit will surely embarrass us on the global stage

New Jersey is about to take center stage in a way it never has before. The 2026 FIFA World Cup will bring tens of thousands of international visitors to the Meadowlands for…

Wawa recalls popular drinks in New Jersey and surrounding states over milk allergen risk

Undeclared allergen prompts removal of iced teas, lemonade, and fruit punch from stores. Media, PA – Wawa has issued a multi-state recall affecting several of its popular bottled beverages, including products sold…

NJ group urges feds to revise whale death reports tied to offshore wind

Protect Our Coast NJ challenges NOAA stance in letter to Commerce Secretary Ocean City, NJ – A New Jersey-based nonprofit is pressing federal officials to revisit how whale deaths along the East…

New Jersey candidate for Congress calls voters ‘Chuds’ after dropping non-english ad

Princeton, NJ – A Democratic congressional candidate in New Jersey’s 12th District is facing backlash after referring to critics as “chuds” following complaints about a campaign advertisement delivered in a foreign language.…

Dead humpback whale found at Sandy Hook as offshore wind work resumes

Advocacy group questions timing as officials investigate cause of death Sandy Hook, NJ – A dead humpback whale washed ashore at Sandy Hook Wednesday morning, prompting an investigation and renewed public debate…

Humpback whale washes ashore at Sandy Hook as response teams mobilize

A 30-foot humpback whale was found dead and washed onto a Sandy Hook beach Wednesday morning, triggering a coordinated response. Sandy Hook, NJ – A deceased humpback whale measuring approximately 30 feet…

Move Over Pork Roll Egg and Cheese, This is New Jersey’s Best Kept Hidden Easter Secret Tradition

In a state known for its fiercely defended food traditions, from the pork roll egg and cheese debate to boardwalk pizza rivalries, there is another culinary staple quietly holding its ground each…

New Jersey Town Wants to Limit How Many Dogs One Family Can Legally Own or Face Possible Jail Time

Jackson Township proposal targets dog ownership limits, adds zoning rules for kennels Jackson Township, NJ – A proposed ordinance in Jackson Township would place new limits on how many dogs residents can…

Hijab Wearing New Jersey Governor Nowhere to Be Found on Palm Sunday

Mikie Sherrill’s Ramadan Hijab and Palm Sunday Silence: Selective Faith for Political Gain? New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill has never been shy about showcasing her solidarity with the state’s Muslim community. During…

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