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The Sussex County Slave Graveyard Is A Chilling Reminder of New Jersey’s History

In the middle of the woods of the “ghost town” of Walpack, New Jersey, a little over an hour northwest of Montclair State University, sit some 50 gravestones of formerly enslaved African American residents. For centuries, the graves have remained unmarked and go mostly unnoticed. Their lack of recognition from government officials reminds us that, in 2026, racism is still very real, entrenched into the political institutions of our country.

Sussex County, NJ · 1d
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Husband Of Union City 'Top Chef' Star Dies

The husband of "Top Chef" star Leah Cohen and co-founder of a popular New York City restaurant has died at 44 years old, leaving behind his wife and their two young sons. Ben Byruch, who records show lived with Cohen in Union City, NJ, died Monday, Nov. 10, according to a Maplewood, NJ-based Go…

Union City, NJ · 4h

parsippanyfocus.com

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Kevin Jonas Wins Zoning Approval for Djore Studios Pilates and Wellness Studio in Downtown Denville

MORRIS COUNTY — Jonas Brothers member Kevin Jonas has received the green light to bring a Pilates and wellness studio to downtown Denville. The Denville Zoning Board of Adjustment unanimously approved Djore Studios on Wednesday, November 4. The applicant, DVKJ Holdings LLC, doing business as Djore Studios, plans to occupy a single-story storefront at 21-25 Bloomfield Avenue that has been vacant for up to two years.

Denville, NJ · 8h
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‘I Need Answers’: NJ Shopper Finds Walmart’s Clothing Aisles Blocked Off, Then Learns It’s Illegal to Sell Clothes Because of a Countywide Rule

A New Jersey shopper was left confused after discovering that Walmart had blocked off its clothing section. Jose Rivera, who recently moved to the state, shared a video showing the restricted aisles at a Walmart in Bergen County and explained what he learned about the unusual rule. In the clip, Rivera (@joselwees) showed retractable barriers...

Bergen County, NJ · 3d

Daily Voice

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Fans Camp Out In River Edge Overnight For 'Outlander' Star Sam Heughan

Fans have been camping outside a Bergen County liquor store since Wednesday evening, Nov. 11, hoping to meet "Outlander" heartthrob Sam Heughan. The line outside Total Wine & More in River Edge was wrapped around the block ahead of the Scottish actor's scheduled 1 p.m. appearance Thursday, Nov. …

Bergen County, NJ · 1d

Montclair Local

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Holiday Shows 2026: Your Guide to Festive Performances Around North Jersey

Ready to get into the holiday spirit? Grab your tickets and make plans for a season filled with festive entertainment! Beloved holiday classics, live concerts, dazzling dance performances and family-friendly theater are all taking the stage in Montclair and beyond. We’ve rounded up the shows and performances worth adding to...

Montclair, NJ · 2d

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Jodeci to play restored Loew’s Jersey Theatre on Nov. 18

JERSEY CITY, N.J. — R&B group Jodeci will perform at the newly restored Loew’s Jersey Theatre in Journal Square on Wednesday, Nov. 18, as part of a tour marking the 35th anniversary of its debut album, “Forever My Lady,” the theater announced. The 8 p.m. show...

Jersey City, NJ · 2d

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Looking back: West Milford 40 years ago

Plans to demolish an existing A & P supermarket building in the Union Valley Road, Hewitt eight-acre “West Milford Shopping Center” with a new company store replacement were announced in 1996. The new building was completed and approved for occupancy by Township of West Milford officials, many of whom attended the Grand Opening in 1999. This was the third time an A&P supermarket was located in the township. In the late 1920s, the store was in a small building on Greenwood Lake Turnpike overlooking the south shore of Greenwood Lake. The second market location was in a new A&P building on Union Valley Road across from Our Lady Queen of Peace Church. That building was demolished and replaced by the existing building. The business finally closed when the A&P Company liquidated all locations in 2015. Cosmos, the latest of a couple of other unsuccessful supermarket chains in the existing building failed to attract enough customers for profit.

West Milford, NJ · 3d

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The Living Dogs to bring rock ’n’ roll to McQ’s Pub on Thanksgiving Eve

Burnt Leftovers brings their favorite covers to the Lafayette House, 75 Route 15, starting at 6 p.m. At 7 p.m., Geoff Doubleday performs his songs at McQ’s Pub at Lake Lenape, 165 Andover Sparta Road, while Brick & Brew, 27 Route 23, welcomes Mile 39. At 8 p.m., Erik...

Hopatcong, NJ · 1d

Secret NYC

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In 1929, the Loew’s Jersey Theatre opened to host legends like Frank Sinatra; nearly a century later, the historic landmark reopens as a 4,000-seat concert venue just 10 minutes from Wall Street

New Yorkers, the wait is officially over. The historic Loew’s Jersey Theatre is finally ready for its next act. Following a $130 million restoration , the nearly century-old landmark celebrated its ceremonial ribbon-cutting this week. It will officially open its doors to the public this weekend, capping off a four-decade preservation saga that saved the building from demolition. Originally opened in 1929, the venue was one of the nation’s five original ‘Wonder Theatres’. It is the only one located outside of NYC. After hosting legends like Judy Garland and Frank Sinatra , the theater fell into disrepair in the 1980s. Now, the historic Journal Square landmark is gleaming once again. A historic restoration The revitalized space pairs the opulent detail of its original movie-palace architecture with top-tier modern production capabilities. Some of the restoration work took place 70 feet above the audience , with crews operating from extensive scaffolding to preserve the theater’s intricate details. The venue can now accommodate between 2,600 and 4,000 guests , making it the biggest indoor venue (non-arena) in New Jersey and a major new player in the NYC metro concert landscape. Restoration efforts will even continue into next year. The team plans to reinstall

Jersey City, NJ · 1d

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Officials cut the ribbon on Jersey City’s historic Loew’s Theatre prior to reopening

Loew’s Jersey Theatre celebrated its next chapter yesterday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony yesterday, joined by civic leaders, community members, and the partners behind its restoration together inside the historic Journal Square landmark. Mayor James Solomon opened the day with his remarks, celebrating reopening of “The People’s Palace” and the...

Jersey City, NJ · 2d

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At Sing Sing prison, incarcerated men get preview of new PBS documentary on nation’s justice system

OSSINING, New York (AP) — As the lights dimmed inside the chapel at the Sing Sing Correctional Facility in New York, around 30 incarcerated men sat scattered across the pews, waiting to preview a new docuseries on the history of the nation’s criminal justice system. Our Lady of Hope chapel was soon abuzz with discussion, […]

New York, NY · 11h

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Why Is Albany the Capital of New York State Instead of New York City?

With New York City being the largest city in the United States, it might seem a little surprising that the capital of New York State is Albany. After all, New York City was once the capital of the entire country. Why, then, did the state government settle in a city roughly 150 miles to the north?

Albany, NY · 1d

Gothamist

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Amtrak's Penn Station plan could funnel taxpayer money to new venue for James Dolan

The Trump administration is moving ahead with a new design for Penn Station. The federal government's plan to rebuild Penn Station would require the purchase of a theater attached to the west side of Madison Square Garden. [ more › ]

New York, NY · 6d

architecturaldigest.com

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Billy Joel at Home: 10 Photos of the Piano Man Through the Decades

For Billy Joel, New York is more than just a place. It’s an inextricable part of what makes the singer who he is. “My speech patterns are New York. The music that I like, it was all New York–based. That’s what I think of when I think of home,” he said in his 2025 HBO documentary Billy Joel: And So It Goes. “It’s my roots.”

New York, NY · 8d

CBS News

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Hip-hop feud heats up New York governor's race

New York · 14d

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New York State Broadcasters Association Inducts Seven Into Hall of Fame

The New York State Broadcasters Association inducted seven radio and TV personalities into its Hall of Fame during a ceremony Thursday at the Rainbow Room in New York City. The Class of 2026 spans major-market news operations and regional community stations across the Empire State. “From the biggest stage in...

New York · 20d

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25 Famous Comedians You Didn’t Know Were From Upstate New York

New York City has long been one of America’s great comedy capitals, from earlier vaudeville theaters to Manhattan’s stand-up clubs and television studios. But some of the people who helped define American comedy came from places well beyond the five boroughs. Buffalo, Syracuse, Rochester, Jamestown, Saratoga Springs, and the smaller towns of Upstate New York have their own connections to late-night television, sketch comedy, sitcoms, stand-up, and comic writing.

New York · 10-14

classicnewyorkhistory.com

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25 Historic Hudson Valley Estates and Mansions With Remarkable Stories

The Hudson Valley has been home to some of New York’s most remarkable country houses for more than three centuries. Long before the Gilded Age brought railroad fortunes, elaborate gardens, and grand weekend retreats to the river, colonial landowning families were establishing farms, trading centers, and estates along its banks. The Hudson was both a transportation route and a source of wealth. Land, agriculture, river commerce, and the labor of enslaved people and tenant farmers helped sustain the households that later became known for their imposing mansions.

New York, NY · 10-14