Bill Spadea Funneled Over $150,000 to Himself, Friends in Final Days of Doomed Election Campaign

TRENTON — If you feel bad that former NJ101.5 early morning radio host Bill Spadea lost his election to Jack Ciattarelli in June, don’t. That’s because Spadea made a lot of money…

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One month later, Bill Spadea refuses to publicy endorse Jack Ciattarelli for governor

PRINCETON – When he was on the campaign trail, he said he was doing it all for the good people of New Jersey. It turns out, he was doing it all for…

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Celebrate National Hot Dog Day with Some of these New Jersey Classics

Happy National Hot Dog Day! July 16, 2025, is the perfect day to sink your teeth into one of America’s most iconic foods, and New Jersey is a hot dog haven with…

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Where to see Friday night fireworks and festivals across New Jersey for the Fourth of July

TRENTON, N.J. — Fireworks will light up the skies across New Jersey Friday night as part of a full slate of Independence Day celebrations, with several large-scale events planned from the Jersey…

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Governor Shares Dance With Trans Woman at Drumthwacket Pride Reception

PRINCETON, N.J. — Gov. Phil Murphy hosted his final LGBTQ+ Pride reception at the governor’s residence on Sunday, marking the end of a tradition held throughout his administration and highlighting what he…

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Popular Home Decor Box Store to Close Three New Jersey Locations Amid Bankruptcy Filing

PRINCETON, NJ – At Home, the Texas-based home decor and furniture retailer, has announced the closure of three of its New Jersey stores as part of a broader restructuring following a Chapter…

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Murphy Silent as Statewide Protests Target New Jersey and the Shore This Weekend

TRENTON, N.J. — A series of protests against President Trump are scheduled to take place across New Jersey this weekend, with demonstrations planned in dozens of towns and cities, including numerous locations…

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Attorney General Blasts Trump Over National Guard Deployment as New Jersey Prepares for Massive Statewide Protests on Saturday

TRENTON — New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin issued a sharp rebuke of the Trump administration on Wednesday, just days before dozens of anti-Trump protests are set to take place across…

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A mob enforcer with 7 confirmed kills wins election in New Jersey town

Englishtown, NJ – Former mob enforcer John Alite has estimated that he shot between 30 and 40 people, beat about 100 people with a baseball bat, and murdered 7 people. In a strange turn of…

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New Jersey’s best vintage vinyl record stores are just a short drive away on a rainy day

Vinyl records continue to captivate music enthusiasts, and New Jersey remains a prime destination for collectors and casual fans alike. With a vibrant scene of independent record stores, the Garden State offers…

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Teen suspects arrested in fatal May 12 shooting in Columbus

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Two teens have been arrested and charged in connection with the May 12 shooting death of 19-year-old Richard D. Murphy, police said Thursday. According to the Columbus Division of…

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Sprinkles or Jimmies? The Great New Jersey Ice Cream Topping Debate Continues

Summer in New Jersey is a magical time. The boardwalks buzz with energy, the beaches hum with laughter, and ice cream shops become the heart of every town. From Cape May to…

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Life-changing $1.5M jackpot bought at corner store in Philly

PHILADELPHIA, Pa. — A Pennsylvania Lottery player in Philadelphia is holding a winning Cash 5 with Quick Cash ticket worth $1.5 million, officials announced Wednesday. The ticket matched all five numbers drawn…

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Night road closures and detours planned across Tinton Falls starting Monday

TINTON FALLS, NJ — A series of road construction projects will begin across Tinton Falls starting Monday, causing overnight closures and daytime delays in several residential and commuter areas, police announced Thursday.…

Kites take flight at Terhune Orchards as annual spring festival begins today

PRINCETON, N.J. — Terhune Orchards opens its fields today for the annual Kite Day celebration, welcoming families for two days of outdoor fun, farm activities, live music, and colorful kite-flying across a…

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Spadea says Toms River sports star forgave him for supporting Phil Murphy’s initial school funding cuts

TOMS RIVER, NJ — When the Toms River School District faced its first major funding cuts under Governor Phil Murphy, New Jersey gubernatorial candidate Bill Spadea told the district and the students…

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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…

School and Education News

Cincinnati man mistakes $1 million win for $4K before scratching out surprise

CINCINNATI, Ohio — An Ohio man’s April Fools’ Day took an unexpected turn after a scratched lottery ticket he thought was worth $4,000 revealed itself to be a $1 million top prize.…

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Cincinnati man nearly misses $1 million win on April Fools’ Day ticket

CINCINNATI, OH — A Cincinnati man thought he had won a modest prize on an Ohio Lottery scratch-off ticket — until he put on his reading glasses and discovered he had actually…