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Mixed signals on hunger as New Jersey leaders clash over food insecurity
Trenton, NJ — On the same day one New Jersey leader raised alarms about children going hungry, another celebrated a national report ranking the state among the best places to live, citing…
Queens father convicted of murdering 3-year-old son and abusing younger brother
QUEENS, NY — The tragic incident unfolded at a family shelter in Elmhurst, where a 3-year-old boy was found naked, bruised, and unresponsive on the floor, covered in cold water — now,…
NFL-backed Scientist Using AI to Discover Future Superstars
NEW YORK – A groundbreaking AI platform that can analyze how athletes move, measure their performance, and even flag injury risks—all from a smartphone video—has officially launched with backing from the NFL.…
Busy and burned out? APF Coaching offers sustainable fitness for real life schedules
OLD BRIDGE — As more Americans struggle to balance work, family, and health, APF Coaching is positioning itself as a solution for those seeking sustainable weight loss without resorting to crash diets…
Deli feeds 62K seniors a year — thanks to the lottery
BLOOMING GROVE TOWNSHIP, PA — A deli tucked away in Pike County has quietly become a lifeline for hundreds of seniors, preparing and delivering more than 62,000 meals annually — and it’s…
For Toms River Health Director, Helping Seniors is a Life’s Passion
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Toms River’s director of Health and Human Services shares a personal story about her dedication to her job and the community. In a deeply personal and wide-ranging interview…
Tom’s River health director shares personal story and mission to help the vulnerable at Senior Center
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — In a deeply personal and wide-ranging interview on Talking Toms River with host Jeff Dings, Laura Piccirillo, Director of Health and Human Services and Municipal Alliance Coordinator for…
Assemblywoman blasts Democrats for ‘political theater’ over SNAP resolution backing federal benefits without work requirements
TRENTON, N.J. — A New Jersey Assembly resolution affirming support for the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) ignited partisan tensions Thursday, with one Republican lawmaker accusing Democrats of using hunger as…
New Jersey woman arrested after dog found injured in trash bag at apartment complex
LINDENWOLD, N.J. — A 38-year-old woman has been arrested and charged with multiple counts of animal cruelty after a severely injured and malnourished dog was found inside a trash bag at a…
What to Do If You Find a Baby Deer in Your New Jersey Yard
As spring blooms across New Jersey, residents may stumble upon a heart-melting sight: a fawn curled up in their backyard, its wide eyes and delicate frame tucked into the grass. While the…
Trump budget seeks $163 billion cut to non-defense spending in budget
President Donald Trump is proposing a sweeping $163 billion reduction in non-defense discretionary spending for the upcoming fiscal year, while significantly increasing funding for the U.S. military and border security, according to…
Young seal found wounded on New Jersey beach recovering
BRIGANTINE, N.J. — A male grey seal pup found injured and stranded on a Brigantine beach earlier this month is recovering after being rescued and transported for medical care, according to the…
Governor Murphy Says Children Will be Malnourished Under Trump Cuts, But One Lawmaker Says He’s Just Playing Politics
TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey lawmakers are locking horns over the Trump administration’s recent decision to slash over $1 billion in federal funding for school meals and food banks nationwide, including $26…
You’re Fired! Trump Fires Chef Andres Days After Receiving Presidential Medal of Freedom from Joe Biden
WASHINGTON — Celebrity chef José Andrés has been removed from his position on the President’s Council on Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition, according to a recent announcement. The decision comes as part of…
Not a Real Friend: Florida children’s author and husband sentenced for brutal abuse of adoptive children
ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, F.L. — A Florida couple has been sentenced to prison for the severe abuse and neglect of their three adoptive children, authorities announced. Jennifer Wolfthal, 45, a children’s book author,…
Stranded Minke whale euthanized after beaching itself in Cape May, officials confirm
CAPE MAY POINT, N.J. — A small Minke whale stranded on Sunset Beach Tuesday afternoon was euthanized after marine experts determined it had little chance of survival, the Marine Mammal Stranding Center…
Paterson Receives State Funding for Youth Boxing Programs
Trenton, NJ — Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and New Jersey State Athletic Control Board (SACB) Commissioner Larry Hazzard, Sr. have announced the selection of two Paterson boxing clubs to receive grant…
New Law Seeks to Ban Weight Loss Drugs for Teens in New Jersey, While Allowing Gender Transitioning Treatments
New Jersey is a state with a gender healthcare sanctuary state. An executive order introduced in 2023 by Governor Phil Murphy affirmed this designation. While the state allows for gender-transitioning drugs for…
Michelle Obama Is Out Stumping on the Campaign Trail, But Not for Kamala Harris
Michelle Obama has been spotted making the rounds at Costco, but it’s not for a political campaign—it’s to promote her new healthy drink, Plezi Fizz. The former First Lady was seen at…