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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.
Wall Knights Family Foundation annual family outing set for next month
WALL TOWNSHIP — The Wall Knights Family Foundation (WKFF) will hit the links once again this year for its annual family outing to fundraise for the township’s youth and high school athletics programs. The outing will take place Monday, Aug. 12, starting at 10 a.m. at Eagle Oaks Golf and Country Club, located at 20 Shore Oaks Drive, Farmingdale, and will consist of nearly nine hours of activities such as a round of golf, a BBQ, swimming, pickleball and tennis, cocktail hour and a dinner with a silent auction.
NJ extremist’s terror plot to cripple power grid in heat wave, prosecutors say
💥Plan was revealed to undercover agent, prosecutors say. An East Brunswick man whose online posts on extremist social media platforms encouraged violence against Jews and Blacks was arrested just before he could fly to Ukraine, federal officials say. Andrew Takhistov, 18, took to fringe social media sites to praise...
Punish parents for raising rampaging teens, NJ lawmakers say
GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP — State lawmakers want to put laws on the books to prosecute teens who bring violence to family events and to hold their parents accountable for raising a bad egg. Assemblyman Dan Hutchison, D-Camden, says his peers were inspired to crack down on rowdy teens after a...
Glimmer of Hope returning to light up Twilight Lake
BAY HEAD — The shores and waters of Twilight Lake will light up once again this August as the ninth annual Glimmer of Hope returns to Bay Head. Run by the Bay Head Business Association, the event invites the whole community out on Aug. 10 at 7 p.m. with lanterns in hand as residents “join your community for an inspiring and memorable night with your own reflective hope, wish or prayer,” according to the event’s flier.
Beach library, shade tree commission host pollinator garden talk
POINT PLEASANT BEACH — Point Beach residents gathered in the meeting room of the “Little Red Library” on Tuesday morning to learn how to make their yards more pollinator-friendly from fellow resident and gardener Cathy Kniffin. Kniffin began the program, called “Pollinators and the Plants that Support Them,” by talking about the prehistoric co-evolution of plants and their main pollinators.
Ray’s Cafe honored for generosity to borough
SEA GIRT — Ray Litzinger, owner of Ray’s Cafe at 523 Washington Blvd., was honored in a proclamation by the mayor and borough council at the Wednesday, July 10, meeting, in recognition of the commitment, dedication and support he and his business provide to the community. Mayor Donald Fetzer read, “It is with great honor and admiration that we recognize individuals whose dedication and commitment continue immeasurably to the vibrant spirit and cohesion of our community…(the proclamation) serves as special recognition to Ray Litzinger, owner and operator of Ray’s Cafe since 1993.”
Unknown man keeps hurling dogs over fence at N.J. animal shelter, facility says
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Blade collapse, N.Y. launch and N.J. research show uneven progress of offshore wind projects
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — Three events Wednesday highlighted the uneven progress of the offshore wind industry in the Northeast, including the start of a major project in New York, research aimed at preventing environmental damage in New Jersey, and a temporary shutdown of a wind farm in Massachusetts after a broken turbine blade washed ashore on a famous beach.
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...
Beloved N.J. Indian restaurant known for insanely spicy curry is closing for good
A popular Indian restaurant that is home to New Jersey’s spiciest curry is closing one of its locations after 15 years of business. Brick Lane Curry House announced via social media on Monday its Montclair outpost will shutter for good on July 21. The eatery, located at 540 Valley Rd. in the Upper Montclair business district, was beloved for its British-style curries and became a staple of the highly competitive Montclair dining scene. It was recently named among the 11 best restaurants in Montclair by NJ.com.
Point Beach teen FAA-certified as private pilot
POINT PLEASANT BEACH — A Point Pleasant Beach teenager is flying high after receiving his Private Pilot Certification, continuing what has become a family tradition of aviation. Max Esposito, 16, is now certified as a private pilot with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). He is currently rated to fly a glider, but said he is anticipating diving into his powered-aircraft rating next.
Keeping home historically accurate is important to Zarrillis
BAY HEAD — Bay Head has seen much reconstruction ever since Superstorm Sandy barreled through the town in 2012, with many old and historic homes either being destroyed due to the storm, or torn down in favor of a larger, more modern-looking home. However, some residents, such as Mark and Janice Zarrilli, opted to keep the historic look of their home’s exterior instead of a complete tear-down.
NJ Spotlight News: July 18, 2024
We bring you what’s relevant and important in New Jersey news and our insight. Watch as the NJ Spotlight News team breaks down today’s top stories. Interview: Ben Hulac, NJ Spotlight News’ correspondent in Washington, D.C. NJ drug overdose deaths continue steady decline. Opioid settlement funds paid...
Menendez verdict should serve as warning to New Jersey politicians
The guilty verdict in Sen. Bob Menendez's corruption trial should send New Jersey pols a message. I worry it wont. The post Menendez verdict should serve as warning to New Jersey politicians appeared first on New Jersey Monitor.
Brielle man arraigned for his role in $3.4 million insider trading scheme
NEWARK, NJ. – A former partner at a New Jersey broker-dealer firm was arraigned on charges of engaging in an insider trading scheme that netted millions of dollars in illegal trading profits, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced on Thursday, July 18. Christopher Matthaei, 44, of Brielle, was arraigned before U.S.
New Jersey, NY and PA Will Be Affected By the Latest Change from the USPS
Do you remember when there wasn't online bill pay through your bank?. If not, let me tell you a story. Not so long ago, after you received a bill in the mail, you would pay it with a check. You would then put the return portion of that bill with...
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