Raritan Valley Community College to launch special effects makeup program amid New Jersey film boom

The Somerset County college will offer hands-on courses in cinematic makeup artistry beginning summer 2026. Somerset County, NJ – Raritan Valley Community College is stepping into the spotlight as New Jersey’s film…

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Morning commute slows across New Jersey amid multiple crashes and delays

Commuters face 45-minute bridge backups and Turnpike congestion during Wednesday rush hour TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey commuters are facing a slow start to Wednesday morning, March 4, with multiple crashes, construction…

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New Jersey Attorney General demands GoFundMe remove plagiarized charity pages, disclose hidden fees

New Jersey joins 21-state coalition accusing platform of misleading donors and exploiting charitable trust TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport has joined a coalition of 21 attorneys general and…

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Why many former residents end up moving back to New Jersey

From family ties to top-ranked schools and proximity to major cities, former residents say New Jersey’s advantages often become clearer after leaving. New Jersey, NJ – For years, headlines have focused on…

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New Jersey’s most unique amusement park Diggerland announces 2026 opening date

The construction-themed amusement park in West Berlin will reopen March 14, with its water park set to follow in May. West Berlin, NJ – Diggerland USA will kick off its 2026 season…

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New Jersey Monday Morning Commuter Traffic Report: Crashes and Delays Reported

Multiple major highways and Hudson River crossings experienced heavy delays during the rush hour, with two serious incidents slowing traffic statewide. NEWARK, NJ – Monday morning commuters across New Jersey faced significant…

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New Rochelle man sentenced to 54 months in federal prison for $150,000 pandemic unemployment fraud

Prosecutors say the 30-year-old used stolen identities—including those of deceased individuals—to file fraudulent COVID-19 benefit claims across multiple states. ALBANY, NY – Federal prosecutors announced Friday that 30-year-old Aly Kaba of New…

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Marco’s Pizza opens first New Jersey location in Somerset, bringing handcrafted pies and community spirit to Central Jersey

SOMERSET, NJ – New Jersey pizza lovers have a new reason to celebrate. Marco’s Pizza, one of the nation’s fastest-growing pizza brands, has officially opened its first Garden State location at 1135…

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Johnnie Walker brings new “Black Cask” Scotch whisky experience to New Jersey

Scotch meets American whiskey in the brand’s newest permanent release, arriving in Garden State stores this spring NEWARK, NJ – Whisky lovers in New Jersey will soon be able to raise a…

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‘Abolish ICE’ banner on zamboni during New Jersey pro hockey game intermission causes online stir

NEWARK, NJ – Newark has become the hotbed of the anti-ICE movement in New Jersey, home to one of the nation’s most notable migrant facilities, Delaney Hall, but last night, the city…

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USGS continues to monitor New Jersey’s increased earthquake spike since 2024 4.8 tremor

More than 200 small quakes recorded since a 4.8-magnitude event near Tewksbury raise questions about reactivated ancient faults. TEWKSBURY, NJ – New Jersey has entered a period of heightened seismic activity since…

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Brooklyn money man accused of pocketing $852K in new Ponzi bombshell

Sheepshead Bay advisor accused of siphoning $852K from clients BROOKLYN, NY – A Brooklyn financial advisor is accused of stealing approximately $852,000 from five clients through promissory notes promising high returns, in…

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Overnight snow slows Wednesday commute across New Jersey as speed restrictions and delays mount

TRENTON, NJ – A fresh round of snow blanketed much of New Jersey early Wednesday, creating slick roads, reduced visibility, and widespread travel delays across the state’s major highways, bridges, and tunnels.…

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Lottery jackpot lands at Newburgh convenience store

Newburgh convenience store sells $25K TAKE 5 top prize winner NEWBURGH, NY – A single ticket sold in Newburgh matched all five numbers in the February 22 TAKE 5 Evening drawing, delivering…

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Trump administration sues New Jersey over sanctuary state executive order restricting ICE cooperation with police

Federal lawsuit accuses Governor Mikie Sherrill of obstructing immigration enforcement through new executive order TRENTON, NJ – The Trump administration’s Department of Justice filed a lawsuit this week against Governor Mikie Sherrill…

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Noon Update: New Jersey highway chaos continues as some ignore state emergency warnings

Trenton, NJ – A statewide emergency order failed to keep roads clear Monday morning as crashes, jackknifed tractor trailers, and downed wires clogged major highways across New Jersey, blocking ramps and shutting…

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New Jersey Governor Says If You See ICE Agents, Get Your Phone Out and Record Them

Trenton, NJ – Get your phones out, New Jersey! New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill is calling on New Jerseyans to track and monitor ICE agents operating in their neighborhoods, asking them to…

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Wellsley Farms salmon sold in New Jersey recalled over possible Listeria contamination at BJ’s Wholesale Club

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Slade Gorton & Co., Inc. has issued a recall for one lot of Wellsley Farms Farm-Raised Atlantic Salmon sold exclusively at BJ’s Wholesale Club due to possible contamination…

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State of emergency declared as blizzard targets New Jersey

Trenton, NJ – New Jersey will enter a statewide emergency status at noon Sunday as officials brace for a severe winter storm forecast to bring blizzard conditions, heavy snow, and potential coastal…

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Overturned dump truck, Parkway crash slow Friday morning commute across New Jersey

TRENTON, NJ – Friday’s morning rush across New Jersey brought major traffic disruptions, with several serious incidents affecting key highways and a pair of full parking closures at New York’s JFK Airport.…

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