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Forest Fire Breaks Out At NJ Military Gunnery Range
STAFFORD – A wildfire that quickly broke out at the Warren Grove Range of the Air National Guard Tuesday is now 80% contained, New Jersey Forest Fire Service said. The blaze had burned roughly 1,167 acres by Wednesday morning and has spread throughout Warren Grove Air to Ground Range in Bass River Township, Burlington County.
Has New Jersey’s Plastic Bag Ban Actually Backfired?
A question for all New Jersey residents: How many reusable bags do you have piled up in your house right now?. If they're cluttering your pantries and closets, untouched, and ironically not reused, you're not alone. And according to a study, it's causing a bigger problem in New Jersey. The...
Should NJ schools ban cell phones? Districts grapple with tough decision
The latest issue befuddling many New Jersey school districts as they prepare for the new academic year is what to do about cell phones. A growing number if districts are debating policies that would severely restrict cell phone use or ban their possession outright in classrooms. Why are cell phones...
New study ranks worst states for drunk driving: Where do N.Y. and N.J. land on the list?
Drunk driving claims the lives of approximately 37 people each day, accounting for over 30% of all traffic fatalities, according to a recent study. This research, conducted by the Simmrin Law Group, also showed that not all states are equal when it comes to the rate of drunk driving. Using...
Not as hot, not as humid, not as stormy: Nicer weather for NJ
Hey, I do not have to talk about the dreaded heat index or heat safety tips or tropical air or severe thunderstorms anymore! Thursday's forecast is all about improving conditions, as we celebrate the end of our heat wave. Just in case you are keeping score, our extended stretch of...
Tolls to increase on 4 Delaware River bridges connecting NJ to PA
For the first time in 13 years, drivers in New Jersey and Pennsylvania will have to pay more to cross the Delaware River Port Authority’s four bridges. On Wednesday, the DRPA approved a $1 toll increase from $5 to $6 for drivers who use the Ben Franklin, Walt Whitman, Betsy Ross, and Commodore Barry Bridges. […]
NJ beach weather and waves: Jersey Shore Report for Thu 7/18
MODERATE RISK OF RIP CURRENTS. Life-threatening rip currents are possible in the surf zone. 5 - 8 knots (Gust 11 knots) THU: W winds 5 to 10 kt, becoming NE in the afternoon. Seas 3 to 4 ft. Wave Detail: S 4 ft at 7 seconds. Patchy fog in the morning with vsby 1 to 3 NM.
Wealthy suburbs: These are the richest counties in NJ
The Northeast is home to 23 of the 50 wealthiest suburbs in the nation, according to an analysis released in July by a personal finance website. The Garden State is represented five times on the list from GOBankingRates, which looked at all cities with 5,000 or more households and isolated the 50 cities with the highest average household income. The platform used 2024 home values and metro area location to determine the wealthiest suburbs.
This Is Your New Jersey Ultimate Hot Dog Day Guide
National Hot Dog Day is quickly approaching. Get ready to celebrate!. It's almost time to fire up your grill and enjoy one of our favorite summer foods. Or you can just head to Nathan's Famous restaurants and get a hot dog for a nickel!. National Hot Dog Day takes place...
As meteor streaks across NJ, Spadea’s thoughts turn to ‘last meal’
It's a little concerning that at the time the meteor was streaking fire across the New Jersey sky burning out miles above New York City, that loud noises were heard by many in the Garden State. The noise isn't really the concern, it's that fact that no one seems to...
YouTuber known for speeding videos charged in string of NJ burglaries
A YouTube daredevil known for posting videos of him speeding around New York City was charged in connection with a string of burglaries in New Jersey, according to police, months after he was arrested for Queens assault. Antonio Ginestri, otherwise known online as "Squeeze.benz" to his million followers on Instagram...
BOE revises 2024-2025 school budget
BELMAR — The Belmar Board of Education (BOE) unanimously voted to adopt a revised 2024-2025 school budget that allows for an additionally increased tax levy of 1%, to 4.31%, at its July 16 meeting. Business Administrator Michael Bardsley explained to the board that the adjustment in the budget is made possible through a newly signed state Senate bill that allows for school districts that experienced a reduction in state school aid for the upcoming school year compared to the 2020-2021 school year to implement a one-time additional adjustment to its tax levy.
NY and NJ McDonald’s now offering Kit Kat Banana Split McFlurry
McDonald's is offering a limited-time Kit Kat Banana Split MCFlurry, made with vanilla soft serve, real bananas, strawberries, and Kit Kat wafer bars, at participating restaurants in New Jersey and Long Island.
Summer meal program launched at school
BELMAR — Belmar Elementary School (BES) has announced the launch of a new summer food program to ensure local children have access to nutritious meals while school is out of session. According to BES Superintendent Jimmy Alvarez, the program is supported by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. “Mike Bardsley, our business administrator, along with Bill Chalmers and the Culinary Classic team, were integral in making this possible,” he said.
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