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Despite campus ban, pro-Palestine protesters back at Rutgers-New Brunswick
NEW BRUNSWICK — A pro-Palestinian group held a rally at Rutgers University Monday despite being banned from campus. Students for Justice in Palestine Rutgers University is the group that held an encampment at the end of the spring semester. It ended when Rutgers president Jonathan Holloway agreed to eight of the group's ten demands except their two biggest: Rutgers divestment from Israel and and end to the university's partnership with Tel Aviv University.
New Jersey Counties with the Highest Cancer Rates
New Jersey has higher cancer rates than many other states, and there are several reasons for this. One significant factor is the state's environment. New Jersey has many industrial areas, especially in the northeastern part of the state. These factories and plants can release harmful chemicals into the air, water,...
21 Serious Red Flags for People Moving to New Jersey
Living in the "Great Garden State " has many benefits, like proximity to New York and Philadelphia, but there are also plenty of drawbacks. We call these "red flags," and there are a bunch that you should be aware of before making the move to NJ. I asked my listeners...
Great day trip just over the river from New Jersey
There are some awesome day trips from Jersey over the river in New York and Pennsylvania. This is not one of those and it's probably one you may not have ever thought of. It's within an hour's drive if you live in South Jersey and a bit longer if you are from Central Jersey. We're talking about Wilmington, Delaware. Wait, wait, wait! Don't swipe away or click off! You might actually enjoy this.
Report: NJ is not the most diverse state, but it’s close
New Jersey prides itself on being one of the most diverse states in the nation. A new report suggests it has the right to do so — but diversity doesn't only connect to differing cultures and religions. In a report released on Monday by WalletHub, New Jersey ranks as...
New Jersey is Home to Five of the Best Grocery Stores in America
Grocery stores are a hot topic in New Jersey. It's not surprising if you think about it. We spend a lot of time going up and down the aisles. Even if you are into shopping at home, you still have to order and pick up or wait for delivery. We...
After 76 years, NJ hardware store is out of business
PARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS — A decades-old family business has closed its doors for good. According to the Daily Record, Cerbo Lumber & Hardware conducted its last day of business on Sept. 10. The operation lasted 76 years, spanning three generations, the newspaper said. The lumber yard along Route 46 was...
NJ now offering an additional $2,000 if you buy an electric vehicle
💲 This adds to the $2,000 already given through the original incentive program. New Jersey is offering an additional incentive if you decide to purchase an electric vehicle. Gov. Phil Murphy and the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities on Tuesday announced the launch of an income-based financial incentive...
Are these the best places for breakfast in New Jersey?
Declaring the best spot for breakfast in New Jersey is not an over easy task. But if you're a sucker for any place that serves up mouth-watering pancakes and eggs, this page can help you out. You never know where you may be in New Jersey when the morning hunger hits.
Meet The Adorable New Resident At NJ’s Cape May Zoo
The Cape May Zoo is just one of those special places that really brings people together and makes a big impact in the South Jersey community. It’s not just a zoo; it’s a beloved local attraction that people get excited about all year round. During the summer, the...
NJ boy gets impaled after taking shortcut home from school
WAYNE — An 11-year-old boy was impaled by a large stick while taking a shortcut through a wooded area on his way home from school with some friends in Passaic County on Monday. According to Wayne police, the boy and some other students from Anthony Wayne Middle School decided...
Specialty gift retailer opens another full-format location in New Jersey
HAMILTON (Atlantic) — A Pennsylvania-based retailer continues to expand its presence in the Garden State. Norman's Hallmark has opened for business at Wrangleboro Consumer Square in the Mays Landing section of town. The shop joins a lineup of heavy-hitting retailers at the plaza like Target and Kohl's. The 4,500-square-foot...
Deep Space Radio Signal Just Reached Earth, But Who Sent It?
In what one industry website calls an "astonishing discovery," a deep space radio signal has reached Earth after 8 billion years. Earth.com says the "mysterious and powerful burst or radio waves" spent billions of years traveling before reaching Earth. The website believe it is one of the most powerful radio signals ever captured due to its distance and energy.
NJ town offering $10K toward down payment of home purchase
MIDDLETOWN — It'll soon be a little more enticing to do unpaid work in this Monmouth County township. Middletown officials have announced a new round of incentives for folks who decide to volunteer as a first responder, such as a firefighter or emergency medical technician. "These individuals give so...
Where to get over-the-counter birth control pills in NJ
Well, the FDA approved it back in July 2023, and it’s here. Why have to consult a pesky doctor for birth control when now it’s available as an over-the-counter pill?. The first over-the-counter birth control pill was approved by the FDA and is already widely available all across New Jersey.
Federal authorities issue warning to E-ZPass customers in NJ, PA
Heads-up if you use E-ZPass in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, or beyond: don't fall for this scam. Officials say a text messaging scam is going after customers of tolling agencies across the country that persuades them to enter personal and/or financial information on a phony website. According to a recent press...
Drunk, speeding friend with fake ID killed high school grad, investigators say
WEST WINDSOR — The driver of a Tesla that slammed into a tree, killing his 18-year-old passenger, had a blood alcohol level of 0.125 and driving at nearly 80 mph, according to the Mercer County Prosecutor's Office. Daniel Haas, 18, of West Windsor, and member of the Class of...
GameStop to close more stores: These NJ locations are kaput
MIDDLETOWN — It will be game over for more GameStop locations after a recent sharp drop in sales. For over a decade, the video game retailer has struggled to adapt to a changing market shifting toward digital sales and downloads. GameStop saw five CEOs leave in five years as they all failed to turn the business around.
NJ equips school districts with free life-saving naloxone
TRENTON — It’s a new era for New Jersey school districts. The New Jersey Department of Human Services and Department of Education have announced all districts have access to free naloxone — possible through the Naloxone DIRECT Program. “Addiction doesn’t discriminate, and the heartbreaking reality is overdoses...
The Fast Food Chains That Do and Don’t Use Real Cheese
Cheese is practically it's own food group for so many of us. It's a passion, a gastronomical tour of deliciousness with such diverse flavors. Whether it's a Kraft American cheese slice on saltines to enjoy with chicken noodle soup or a creamy brie, baby Swiss slices on a sandwich or earthy goat, even cheddar cheese in a jar for nachos, we have a love affair with cheese and cheese products.
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