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Pleasantville grad falls short in Olympic bid
Six one-hundredths of a second. A blink of an eye, a snap of the fingers, a sneeze. That’s all that prevented Pleasantville High School graduate Nia Ali from earning a spot on the United States Olympic Track and Field team Sunday night. Ali, a 35-year-old mother of three, ran...
‘Distressed’ swimmer rescued by off-duty Coast Guard members in Mays Landing, NJ lake
MAYS LANDING — A “distressed” swimmer has members of the Coast Guard to thank for preventing an unfortunate outcome last week. NJ Advance Media reported the incident happened at a pit lake off of Harbor Avenue in Mays Landing. On June 27, the Township of Hamilton Police...
Trenton Man Arrested and Charged with Fatal Shooting
TRENTON, NJ (MERCER)–Mercer County Prosecutor Angelo J. Onofri announced today that an investigation conducted by the Mercer County Homicide Task Force (MCHTF) and the Trenton Shooting Response Team has resulted in the arrest of a Trenton man for the shooting death of Samier Vincent. Divon Ray, 24, of Trenton,...
Ocean City prepares for Fourth of July as record crowds head to Jersey Shore
The holiday is underway at the Jersey Shore and in Ocean City, New Jersey, the crowds keep growing. Holiday-like crowds have flocked to the shore all week long as AAA predicts nearly one million people from the Philadelphia area will travel over the 4th of July weekend. Ocean City officials are warning beachgoers to be safe, […]
Wildwood Police Seek Suspects for False Public Alarm
Wildwood Police have released a photo of individuals who are wanted for creating a false public alarm on the city’s boardwalk on July 4th. Police have not released information about the alarm or further details. If you recognize the individuals pictured, you are asked to contact Wildwood Police. Photo...
The Jersey Cape has a bustling lineup of events scheduled for July
The Jersey Cape, famous for its 30 miles of breathtaking beaches, charming coastal towns, rich history, and vibrant culture, has been delighting families for generations. This summer, visitors can look forward to an exciting lineup of free concerts and outdoor movies under the stars, as well as indoor performances by The Ocean City Pops Orchestra, The Beach Boys, and other legendary entertainers at the Historic Music Pier on Ocean City’s boardwalk.
Dog day of summer: Skato for Kato benefits Humane Society of Ocean City
OCEAN CITY — Dozens turned out for the annual Skato for Kato event June 20 that featured a skateboard competition and concert by the punk-pop band The Sheckies. Skateboarders young and old (not quite as old as this former skate rat) attacked the obstacles, ramps and bowls to show off their best tricks at the Ocean City Skate Park on the corner of Fifth Street and Asbury Avenue.
New Jersey’s $56.6 Billion Budget for FY 2025: Tax Hikes, Property Tax Relief, and Investments
Governor Phil Murphy signed the new $56.6 billion state budget for New Jersey, which includes a significant tax increase on large corporations and substantial funding for property tax relief, public schools, pensions, and community projects. Key Takeaways:. The budget introduces a 2.5% tax on large companies to fund NJ Transit,...
25 in ’25: BJ’s announces newest location for the Garden State
BJ's Wholesale Club has announced two new store locations and one is in New Jersey. The new spot will be the Garden State's 25th location of the membership-only warehouse club. The announcement also includes the 10th BJ's location for North Carolina. “We are excited to deliver the unbeatable value our...
New Jersey Stadium Ranked Among The Worst in America
According to a recent survey, New Jersey is where you'll find one of America's worst stadiums, and two local teams call it home. We have all heard New York Giants and New York Jets fans complain about how expensive MetLife Stadium is. New Jersey Stadium Is Among The Worst In...
Summer Olympics New Gymnastics Darling is New Jersey Native Hezly Rivera
A first time Olympian named Hezly Rivera will represent her home state of New Jersey when she visits Paris, France for the Summer Games later this month. Hezly Rivera is a 16-year-old gymnast. Like her predecessor Laurie Hernandez, women's gymnastics champion, Hezly’s a New Jersey native hailing from Oradell, Bergen County.
See where NJ ranks in new best states list (it's No. 1 in our hearts though)
New Jersey has been ranked the 14th best state in the United States, according to the latest rankings by U.S. News & World Report. The state's strong performance in health care, education and safety contributed to its high placement. The annual report, which evaluates states based on various metrics, highlighted New Jersey's exceptional...
NJ study: Are we creating a gambling problem for our kids?
It's shocking how young people are when they're first exposed to gambling, according to folks behind new research out of The College of New Jersey and the Council on Compulsive Gambling of New Jersey. The issue is only expected to worsen, given the ability to wager right on a phone...
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