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Beginning this fall, NJPAC will offer new professional readiness program
Inspired by businessman and philanthropist Ed Hajim’s 2023 book “The Island of the Four Ps: A Modern Fable About Preparing for Your Future,” a new program that will launch at NJPAC in Newark this fall, titled The Ed Hajim Professional Readiness Program, will help aspiring artists create a successful career in the performing arts world.
‘Ecstatic’ and experienced Belvidere football ready to take on all challenges
Happy doesn’t adequately describe the mood around Belvidere football. “We’re ecstatic,” said senior wide receiver and defensive back Mason Chamberlain. “We’ve got chemistry up and down the team. We’ve got everyone back. We’re excited.” The County Seaters might well have good reason to be, if experience means anything.
New Libby's Lunch owner now says he will renovate, not demolish. Menu will have hot dogs
PATERSON — The new owner of the Libby’s Lunch property said Monday that he no longer is looking to demolish the one-story cinderblock building and instead will do renovations so he can reopen the restaurant in about three months. Sal Washah, who made the highest bid, $850,000, for the property in the city’s...
SCALE Lending Provides $75 Million Bridge Loan for 294-Unit Project in Little Ferry, Jersey
LITTLE FERRY, N.J. — SCALE Lending, the debt financing arm of Slate Property Group, has provided a $75 million bridge loan for a 294-unit project that is nearing completion in the New York City suburb of Little Ferry. Located at 110 Bergen Turnpike, the asset is expected to receive its temporary certificate of occupancy during the current quarter. The property will also feature 8,356 square feet of retail space.
Storm takes out Madison's electric utility as county fields 1,000 emergency calls
Madison took the brunt of a fierce Sunday night storm that dropped more than 4 inches of rain on parts of Morris County and damaged the borough's electrical utility, leaving thousands in the dark. While power was restored to about 17,000 customers by Monday morning, permanent repairs to downed electrical lines could take two days, borough officials said. ...
Injuries reported after multi-vehicle crash on I-80 in Morris County
PARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS, NJ (Morris County) – Non-life-threatening injuries were reported in a Monday morning multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 80 in Morris County, according to New Jersey State Police spokesperson Sergeant Jeffrey Lebron. The crash happened at around 7:24 a.m. on Interstate 80 westbound at milepost 46.2 in Parsippany-Troy Hills,...
Unveiling RevolutionNJ: Monmouth County Prepares for America’s 250th Anniversary Celebration
Sea Girt, NJ - During the recent Sea Girt Council meeting, Morris County Commissioner Director Tom Arnone and County Clerk Christine Hanlon unveiled plans to celebrate America’s 250th birthday, known as the Semiquincentennial. This initiative is part of a broader statewide effort under RevolutionNJ, which spans all New Jersey counties and aligns with the national framework to honor this significant milestone. Both Arnone and Hanlon have been appointed as co-chairs for Monmouth County’s theme, "Freedom's Battleground." The main event will be chaired by former U.S. Treasurer Rosie Rios. Rios emphasized the forward-looking nature of the celebration, stating,...
One Of The Most Popular New Jersey Festival Dates Have Been Released
The dates and times for one of New Jersey’s most popular festivals have been released. If you have never been to the Irish Festival at Smithville, this may be the year you finally get there. The 2024 dates for the massively popular festival have been released, so mark them...
New Jersey property taxes by county — 7 among nation’s highest
💲 Average property taxes top $10,000 in several New Jersey counties. 💲 New Jersey still has the nation's highest average rate. 💲 The bill is less than $250 in select U.S. counties. Property taxes vary drastically across the 50 states. Folks in New Jersey feel the greatest...
NJ weather: A taste of early fall as cool, dry air takes over
Welcome to the cool side of the world, New Jersey! Monday night's cold front drove in one last round of showers and thunderstorms. And since then, temperatures and humidity levels have been dropping sharply as our new air mass arrives. It is so weird to be talking about cool, dry...
Healthcare Provider Settles ADA Case Over Service Animal Access Rights
⭕ Hackensack Meridian Health refuses to allow service animal into Dr's office. ⭕ Hospital reaches settlement with U.S. Attorney. New Jersey's second largest hospital network has reached a discrimination settlement with the U.S. Attorney's Office over service animals. According to U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger...
Jersey Shore, Meet The Remote-Controlled Lifeguard! [VIDEO]
While the beaches along the NJ coastline are absolutely gorgeous, they're not always the calmest of waters. It's not unusual to hear about certain summer days putting the local lifeguards to work. New Jersey's beaches present a challenging job to lifeguards that requires them to stay vigilant and handle various situations.
NJ losing more retailers — will there be too much empty space?
New Jersey residents still love to spend money in person, but habits, tastes, and finances are changing. Despite what may seem like a wave of major retailers deciding to close their doors for good, experts say there's no need to fear a future of vacant shopping plazas and highways lined with dormant buildings.
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