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The Important Reason Monkeypox Was Renamed to Mpox
The World Health Organization (WHO) has gone on to change the name of Monkeypox. Newly dubbed, Mpox, the United Nations health agency has released a statement about the the new preferred name of the illness. The WHO previously conducted several meetings about the name of the disease where they proposed a way to move forward from the old name.
Traveling throughout New Jersey? Here are the most cost-effective destinations
While travel throughout the country is at an all-time high, so are the costs associated with your vacation. Hotel costs, meals out, airline costs and car rentals can get expensive for those on a tight budget. There is a misnomer that many New Jersey destinations are expensive, when you look...
Sorry, Shoppers: Target Is No Longer Accepting This Popular Form of Payment
Sorry, Target shoppers: The popular nationwide shopping chain recently announced that it is going to stop accepting a certain form of payment this year. Scripps News reports Target will no longer be accepting personal checks as a form of payment. The transition away from personal checks began on July 15.
Wedding Singer Refuses to Perform at Ex-Friend’s Wedding After Being Kicked out of Bridal Party
A wedding singer on Reddit is refusing to perform at a former friend's wedding after being snubbed. "A friend of mine of nearly 10 years recently got engaged and started planning a wedding for summer of 2025. She asked me to be her bridesmaid at the wedding and I happily said yes. When planning the wedding I asked if they would prefer a traditional wedding gift, or would they want some assistance with the wedding. I am a singer at a wedding band, and we have performed for free for friends and family before and we offered to play a set in exchange for food. She was very excited about the idea," the singer began.
NJ has a great Mexican chain restaurant you may not know about
Need to grab a quick bite to eat on your lunch break or on the way home from work?. And if you need that meal to be filling, I have a place you need to check out. That would be Pancheros Mexican Grill. They’re similar to a Chipotle or Moe’s. You order in the same fashion. Going down the line and picking what you want to be in your burrito or bowl.
Some of The Best French Fries in Atlantic & Cape May, NJ
We have consulted with our listeners, readers, friends and family member foodies … to assemble a list of some of the best French Fries that are available in Atlantic and Cape May Counties in New Jersey. Dawn Massaro Curcio likes Chickies & Pete’s French fries in Egg Harbor Township,...
These are the hottest wings in New Jersey
Found 'em. And they are HOT. A few weeks ago, we were talking wings on the morning show and the owner of Marleys Gotham Grill in Hackettstown called the show. He challenged us to visit and try the hot wings. It was great meeting Bruno who opened the restaurant in...
A Jersey Shore Fan Favorite is Closing in New Jersey, There is Some Good News Though
When we go on vacation with family, we usually have traditions that make the vacation wonderful every year. This is a place where lots of families started their day and always made memories at the Jersey Shore. I know so many people that love to take their vacation right here...
These Are New Jersey’s Weirdest Attractions
New Jersey has some amazing attractions, but we also have some weird attractions as well, at least according to some experts. There is no doubt that weirdness is in the eye of the beholder. What's strange to one person might be enchanting to another. New Jersey's Weirdest Attraction. There is...
Spend An Afternoon In This Beautiful New Jersey Town Before Summer Ends
Put this charming Monmouth County town on your list of places to visit in New Jersey this summer. It's home to a coffee shop you're sure to love and a downtown area with lots of shops and restaurants you're sure to love too!. I was introduced to this small town...
This Famous TV Bakery Is Closing Another New Jersey Location
It was hugely popular in the mid-2000s until the show stopped airing in 2020 and it focused on a cake shop in Hoboken that made some truly amazing custom cakes. The popularity of the show, and the delicious cakes and desserts that flowed out of the shop, allowed Carlo's Bakery to expand all over Jersey as well as other parts of the country.
Wasps, Hornets, and Bees in NJ. What You Need to Know if Stung
We've been dealing with an interesting situation in our building. It all began innocently enough when a coworker showed me a couple of bees she had collected from the restroom. She had scooped them up on a piece of paper and showed them to me before escorting them out the...
These Are New Jersey’s Most Beautiful Places
It’s not easy to narrow down, but here are some candidates for the most beautiful spots in New Jersey. There is no chance you could come up with a small list of the most beautiful places in New Jersey and not create a ton of disagreement. New Jersey's Beautiful...
New Jersey’s Most Creative Hot Dog Spot Is Opening A 2nd Location
I won't lie, I've never lived somewhere that's as into hot dogs as New Jersey. I don't know what it is about them, but it seems like everyone in Jersey has their favorite hot dog stand. Whether it's the Wunder Wiener in Beachwood, Dickies Dogs in Toms River, or this...
Top 5 Spots For Apple Cider Donuts In New Jersey
Fall decorations are out in stores throughout New Jersey, coffee shops are already serving pumpkin spice, and sweaters and jeans are lining the shelves in pretty much every clothing store. Whether you're excited about fall or dreading the fact that summer is almost over, we'll soon be saying goodbye to...
The Story Of New Jersey’s Englishtown Auction
Did you know that New Jersey is home to one of the oldest open-air markets in the United States?. If you love a good flea market you should get yourself to Manalapan and be part of flea market and auction history at the legendary Englishtown Auction. New Jersey's Legendary Englishtown...
NJ beach weather and waves: Jersey Shore Report for Tue 8/20
MODERATE RISK OF RIP CURRENTS. Life-threatening rip currents are possible in the surf zone. 14 - 18 mph (Gust 22 mph) 12 - 16 knots (Gust 19 knots) TUE: NW winds 10 to 15 kt. Seas 3 to 4 ft. Wave Detail: N 3 ft at 4 seconds and E 3 ft at 10 seconds.
Still Time This Summer To Visit A Hidden Gem At The Jersey Shore
We still have several weeks of summer here at the Jersey Shore and with many great places to visit, it's great to see this "hidden gem" continuing to grow and shine. So put this location on your end-of-summer "to-do" list and get to Pier Village in Long Branch Monmouth County for a great time this summer.
‘Kill Bill’ Star Michael Madsen Arrested for ‘Spousal Battery': REPORT
Michael Madsen was reportedly arrested following a domestic dispute with his wife. According to Fox News Digital, the Kill Bill star was arrested on Saturday (Aug. 1). Fox News Digital reports authorities responded to a call regarding a "family disturbance" over the weekend. "The informant stated that a female adult...
Gillian’s Wonderland Pier Ride Tix On Sale For Dirt Cheap On Social Media
If you want to enjoy a few nights out on the Ocean City boardwalk for a fraction of the price, now's your chance. People who love Ocean City, NJ, were devastated to hear the news that Gillian's Wonderland Pier will be closing after the summer 2024 season. After all, it's a popular vacation destination for so many families year after year. People wait for months to enjoy their time at what's now commonly known as "America's Greatest Family Resort."
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