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New Jerseyan who starred as wrestler at Rutgers serves as Puerto Rico flag-bearer at Olympics
Former Rutgers wrestling star and Toms River native Sebastian Rivera carried out a huge honor Friday as Puerto Rico’s flag bearer for the Opening Ceremony of the 2024 Summer Olympic Games in Paris. The ceremony took place on the iconic Seine River with each country floating along the route on boats. ...
Truck explosion destroys residential sound wall along NJ Route 3
CLIFTON — A truck explosion obliterated a sound barrier along Route 3 and melted the siding of a house Monday morning. Route 3 was closed in both directions where the highway meets Route 46 and passes over Valley Road in Clifton after the tractor-trailer went up in flames around 9 a.m. The highway remained closed as of 11:45 a.m.
Hackers steal addresses, IDs of pharmacy customers in NJ
💳 No credit card or payment information was accessed. 💳 Affected customers are being offered a monitoring service. A security breach this year compromised the personal information of millions of people who used Rite Aid several years ago. The company discovered a "security incident" on June 6 after...
Extra Extra: The one thing Paris and New Jersey have in common
Because the answer is chaotic traffic, here are your afternoon links: Beloved Astoria diner closing, one man hit every Citi Bike dock in Manhattan, Millennial brides regretting their tattoos and more. [ more › ]
Cool Cool Cool Back in Action: Festivals, Concerts, and Shows with Jerry Harrison & Adrian Belew: Remain in Light
Cool Cool Cool Back in Action: Festivals, Concerts, and Shows with Jerry Harrison & Adrian Belew: Remain in Light. Jerry Harrison and Adrian Belew are taking their remarkably successful Remain in Light tour out for another seven shows beginning tonight (Friday, July 26) at Bogart’s in Cincinnati. They are quick to acknowledge that this project simply wouldn’t happen without the support of Cool Cool Cool, who have played with them for three years.
Fast-moving fire rips through NJ strip mall and popular bakery
FAIR LAWN — An early morning fire at a borough strip mall has left multiple businesses with significant damages, including a popular bakery. Zadies Kosher Bake Shop was forced to stay closed on Friday, after 50 firefighters responded to battle the blaze around 2:30 a.m. Crews responded to a...
New Jersey launches online hub for disability information, resources
It can be challenging for people with disabilities and their loved ones to find the information and resources they need online. Now, New Jersey has launched an online hub, serving as a one-stop shop for those resources.
New Jersey dangles tax breaks to lure AI companies
(The Center Square) — New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy has signed a $500 million bill that dangles generous tax incentives to help lure artificial intelligence companies to the state. The Next New Jersey program, which the state Legislature approved, will offer tax credits worth up to $250 million to companies that get more than half their revenue from AI development or devote more than half their staff to the new technology. ...
Drowning adds to summer tragedies at NJ pools, lakes and oceans
ELK TOWNSHIP — The body of a 19-year-old was found in a lake less than a half hour after he was reported missing Saturday afternoon. Elk Township police said the man went missing at the Lake Garrison recreation area on Buck Road in the Monroeville section just after 2 p.m.
NJ woman sues Wawa after falling into dangerous hole
FLORENCE — A woman who says she fell into an open manhole in a Wawa parking lot has filed a lawsuit against the company. Courtney Barlow, 20, of Ewing, said she suffered permanent injury after the fall in the Route 130 store parking on Oct. 22, 2023, according to the lawsuit, which NJ.com first reported this week.
NJ school will change its name after Menendez conviction
WEST NEW YORK — A public school in New Jersey is responding to the criminal conviction of U.S. Sen. Bob Menendez. After Menendez was found guilty in his federal corruption trial of 16 crimes, officials decided to rebrand the school, which had been renamed in honor of the Hudson County political figure, according to the New Jersey Globe.
R&D Council Announces 45th Annual Edison Patent Award Honorees
The Research & Development Council of New Jersey (R&D Council) has announced the honorees and winners of the 2024 Edison Patent Awards, the state’s highest recognition for inventors and innovation. This year, 14 patents created by 66 inventors and five individual award winners will be honored during the 45th annual Edison Patent Award Ceremony and Reception on November 21, 2024 at Bell Works in Holmdel.
After 10 Years, This Popular NJ Theme Park Is Finally Reopening
When you think of amusement parks and attractions in the Garden State, what do you think of?. Of course, your mind likely goes to Great Adventure in Jackson, and probably also to Casino Pier in Seaside Heights. There's also Morey's Pier, Castaway Cove, and tons of other amusement piers along...
More bank closures in New Jersey
💸 Dozens of bank branches have closed in New Jersey this year. 💸 Online banking has reduced the need to visit a physical branch office. A Pennsylvania-based bank has announced the closure of 13 branch offices including nine in New Jersey. It's the latest in a wave of...
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