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Ocean County Man Hits $250,000 Slot Jackpot

ATLANTIC CITY — A $50 wager brought an Ocean County man a $250,000 payday at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City on Nov. 9, according to the casino. The man hit the jackpot at approximately 4:50 p.m. while playing an IGT Double Diamond Wheel of Fortune slot machine. His winnings amounted to 5,000 times his bet.

Ocean County, NJ · 3d

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10 Warehouse-Style Thrift Stores In New Jersey That Are Totally Worth The Trip

One thrift warehouse on this list has been selling vintage clothes since 1971, and it still makes you dig through cardboard boxes. That’s one thing I’ll happily give credit for. Over fifty years in business and no interest in making it too easy? I respect that. There’s another...

New Jersey · 2d
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This New Jersey 55+ Community’s Giant Clubhouse, With A Gym, Two Pools, And Stage Shows, Turns Neighbors Into Friends

Some neighborhoods have a mailbox cluster and a bench. One community in central New Jersey has roughly 40,000 square feet of things to do under one roof. There is a gym, an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, a stage with booked shows, a card room, and even a sauna. For active adults over 55, a building like this can be the difference between knowing the neighbors by sight and knowing them by name.

Monroe Township, NJ · 1d
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Emu spotted in New Jersey Pine Barrens sagely returned to owner

State Park Police spotted an emu at Brendan T. Byrne State Forest on Monday, Nov. 9. Officers were searching for the animal and urged visitors to keep a safe distance and report any sightings. As of Thursday evening, the emu was found and returned to its owner. An emu was...

Pine Barrens, NJ · 1d
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Get To These 4 New Jersey Barbecue Joints Early, Because The Pulled Pork Sells Out Before Dinner

Good barbecue runs on a clock, and in New Jersey that clock often stops well before dinnertime. Pulled pork takes hours of slow smoking, so once the day’s batch is gone, the kitchen can’t just whip up more. That’s why some of the best smokehouses in the Garden...

New Jersey · 2d

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N.J. weekend events: 110+ things to do, from pie tasting to a coffee festival

New Jerseyeans have plenty of activities to choose from this weekend, with more than 110 events up and down the Garden State. This weekend’s events include a pie tasting contest in Princeton, a coffee festival in Freehold, a women’s expo in Edison, a Diwahli festival in Holmdel and a nature walk in Delanco.

New Jersey · 1d

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Where to Get Thanksgiving Dinner in Ocean County, NJ: Restaurants Offering Holiday Meals in 2026

Thanksgiving is Thursday, November 26, 2026, and if you’re not looking forward to spending the entire day cooking and cleaning, you’re in luck! Several Ocean County restaurants are preparing special Thanksgiving meals, giving local families the opportunity to enjoy a traditional holiday dinner without all the work. Whether...

Ocean County, NJ · 2d

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You Can Actually Have Dinner Inside An Old Railroad Car At This NJ Restaurant

Talk about a dinner experience you'll never forget! This New Jersey restaurant lets you enjoy a meal inside actual historic railroad cars dating back to the 1800s.

Morristown, NJ · 1d

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This New Jersey Turkey Farm Has Been Making Thanksgiving Special With Old-Fashioned Turkey Dinners Since 1938

A sandwich stuffed with turkey, stuffing, gravy, and cranberry sauce sits on the menu every single day. Yep, Thanksgiving on a hard roll, even in March. The funny part is how this whole story started. It began with eggs back in 1938, long before anyone dreamed of turkey clubs and pot pies.

Manasquan, NJ · 22h

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N.J. officials warn residents not to chase loose emu

New Jersey officials are warning residents not to approach or chase an emu on the loose in the Brendan T. Byrne State Forest.

New Jersey · 1d

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Jersey Freeze in Freehold gets a Netflix moment thanks to Bon Jovi

Jon Bon Jovi and Bruce Springsteen at Jersey Freeze, now with a Netflix nod from Brian Williams. A little Freehold pride going national.

Freehold Township, NJ · 2h

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One Of America’s Hottest New Pizzerias Is Hiding In New Jersey And Its Chili Crisp Pizza Is Anything But Ordinary

Chili crisp, cheese, and honey on one pizza. Yeah, I’m definitely looking twice at that combo, and it’s one of the most unusual creations on the menu. The spot behind it landed on Food & Wine’s list of the nine hottest new pizzerias in the country. It was the only New Jersey pick on that list.

Jersey City, NJ · 2d

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New Jersey Has a Squirrel Hunting Season, but Damaged Property Lets Owners Control Squirrels Year-Round

Explore amazing animal stories – visit Animal of Things Now and follow us! Can you kill squirrels in New Jersey? Yes, but only in two situations: during the open hunting season for gray squirrels, or when squirrels are damaging your property. Outside those two paths, the state’s baseline rule is that wild mammals cannot be killed, trapped, or pursued. That baseline is written into the state’s wildlife rules, … This article, New Jersey Has a Squirrel Hunting Season, but Damaged Property Lets Owners Control Squirrels Year-Round , appeared first on Animal of Things . Discover more animal wonders – VISIT Animal of Things NOW AND FOLLOW US FOR FRESH UPDATES! Related Posts: • Rat Poison Laws in Arizona: Rules, Restrictions, and Penalties Explained • Rhode Island Rat Poison Laws: What’s Banned, Who’s Exempt, and What Comes Next • Rat Poison Laws in Michigan: What Homeowners and Pest Professionals Must Know

New Jersey · 8h

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Mega Millions Drawing Brings Lucky Surprise to Monmouth County Store

A Friday night Mega Millions ticket sold at a neighborhood store in Adelphia delivered a...

Monmouth County, NJ · 3d

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This Small New Jersey Rescue Farm Lets Visitors Feed and Pet the Animals

Every pig, goat, pony, and duck on this tiny farm came here for a second chance. Now they wait by the fences for kids holding bags of carrots and bread. The whole place fits on a small patch of New Jersey land. It opens only on weekend afternoons, which makes it feel like a secret club.

New Jersey · 2d

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Warm Up This Winter At These 6 New Jersey Pubs With Fireplaces

Cold nights in New Jersey call for a table near a real fire and a plate of hearty food. Some of the best spots in the state are old taverns, stone inns, and lodge-style dining rooms that keep the hearth going all season. This list covers six of them, from...

New Jersey · 2d

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12 New Jersey Restaurants That Go All Out With Christmas Decorations

One restaurant closes its doors for two full days every year just to hang its Christmas decorations. Two days!. I love that kind of commitment, and I can’t stop wondering how many boxes of ornaments that takes. It turns out that spot has company. Some dining rooms here hang...

Point Pleasant Beach, NJ · 2d

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You Haven’t Lived Until You’ve Tried The Elvis French Toast At This Classic New Jersey Diner

Peanut butter, bananas, and crispy bacon all show up together on one plate of French toast. That combo once belonged to a famous rock and roll legend’s snack habits. The dish is served inside a stainless steel railcar diner built around 1953 by the O’Mahony company. The breakfast has a backstory, and so does the building around it.

New Jersey · 1d

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There is a buzz about Scorpio's Italian Restaurant And Lounge

This is an inside peek at the new restaurant in Monroe Township.

Monroe Township, NJ · 2d

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One Of New Jersey’s Newest State Parks Protects Quiet Forest And Wetlands Almost Nobody Talks About

A viewing platform here looks straight toward an active bald eagle nest. Yep, a real one, with real eagles. And getting in costs nothing at all. The park sits beside a tidal creek that winds about five miles before it reaches the Delaware Bay. Great Horned Owls start nesting in January.

New Jersey · 20h