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This week will have New Jersey’s worst night of sleep, study says
You don’t need me to tell you it’s been quite a hot summer, but did you know that the heat could be leading to having a restless night?. Wanting to avoid the high energy cost of blasting air conditioning has resulted in many New Jerseyans not getting their desired amount of sleep.
New Jersey District Seeks Teachers as 150 Positions Remain Unfilled
Paterson Public Schools has outstanding opportunities for educators, nurses, and many other professionals. For a complete list of job opportunities in this district or to apply for a position, please use the "Open Positions" link. Join the thousands of education professionals who have chosen Paterson Public Schools as the district...
We Know TGI Fridays Closed Some New Jersey Locations, Will There Be More
This is a bit of a surprise for me, I'm not sure why. It shouldn't be surprising. Several TGI Fridays are closing in New Jersey. We have the most Fridays closing in New Jersey more than any other state in the US. TGI Fridays confirmed that they would be closing...
New Jersey’s Biggest Halloween Party Set to Return
It's billed as the Northeast’s Largest Halloween Party. Fright Fest Extreme is returning to Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson. This promises to be the biggest one yet. Fright Fest Extreme will debut on September 13th, which not coincidently is a Friday night. The event will be open weekends and some weeknights until November 3.
Former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie will teach a course at Yele on how to run for office
Former New Jersey Governor Brings Real-World Experience to Ivy League Classroom. New Haven, CT – Former New Jersey Governor and two-time Republican presidential candidate, Chris Christie, is transitioning from the political arena to academia. This semester, Christie will be imparting his extensive knowledge of political campaigning to students at Yale University.
Taylor’s four touchdowns fuel Willingboro in season opening win - Football recap
Senior quarterback Sean Taylor started off the 2024 season with a bang in Salem during Willingboro’s 35-0 season-opening victory over Salem. Taylor threw three touchdown passes and added one score on the ground to help head coach Kenny Scott win his first game as head coach of the Chimeras.
2 pleasant days and 1 stinker in the forecast this Labor Day Weekend
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- August 2024 ends with partly cloudy skies and seasonable temperatures in the mid-80s around Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.As the Philadelphia region gets into Labor Day weekend, two of the days will be pleasant and one will be a stinker. We have two low-end risks of severe weather to get through before Monday, the highlight of the holiday weekend.A warm front will sweep past Saturday, turning skies partly cloudy and ushering in warmer air in the mid-80s. You're clear to get some morning and afternoon beach time, but maybe no late-night pool parties in the hotel or...
Late Aquinas rally falls short against Mount St. Joe’s (MD) in Mid-Atlantic Pigskin Classic
St. Thomas Aquinas and St. Joe’s (MD) await the coin toss before the Mid-Atlantic Pigskin Classic game in Wilmington, DE on August 31, 2024. (Photo: Marcus Borden) As St. Thomas Aquinas continues to win a lot of football games – including a league best 25 straight at the moment over Big Central opponents – not only have the Trojans moved up in divisions and faced tougher conference foes, they’re also challenging themselves with top-flight out-of-state competition.
Burger Chain Closing Several Locations: Are Any In New Jersey?
It's a well-known restaurant chain in New Jersey with several locations throughout the state serving burgers, fries, shacks, and more. The crispy crinkle-cut fries topped with cheese are so good. It's a popular spot in New Jersey with the state's first drive-thru location opening back in January. News came this...
What to know about the mosquito virus spreading through New England
A rare and dangerous mosquito-borne illness is spreading through New England, putting states on high alert with one death already confirmed following an infection. Cases of eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) have been detected in at least five states this year: Massachusetts, Vermont, Wisconsin, New Jersey and New Hampshire. The Massachusetts Department of Public Health…
WSFS Bank Donates $50,000 to Nonprofit Organizing 250th Birthday Celebrations for Navy, Marine Corps
From left: Homecoming 250 Vice President Monica Hallman and President George Leone; Rodger Levenson, CEO of WSFS Bank; and Steve Klammer, Senior Vice President and Wealth Advisor at Bryn Mawr Trust. WSFS Bank has donated $50,000 to Homecoming 250 Navy Marine Corps, a nonprofit organizing 250th birthday celebrations for the...
Elderly Woman Seriously Injured After Crashing Into Building Saturday
Delaware State Police are investigating a crash where a vehicle struck a building in Newark. Officials said an 85-year-old woman sustained serious injuries following a motor vehicle collision on the afternoon of August 31, 2024, at the Polly Drummond Hill Shopping Center in Newark. Crews from the New Castle County Paramedics and the Aetna Hose, Hook, and Ladder Company of Newark were dispatched to the crash at approximately 4:30, Saturday afternoon.
N.J. Sen. Pou will replace late Rep. Pascrell on November ballot
PATERSON, N.J. — Party leaders in New Jersey have chosen state Sen. Nellie Pou as the 9th Congressional District's Democratic nominee.She will replace late Rep. Bill Pascrell Jr. on the ballot in November, facing Republican candidate Billy Prempeh.Pou is favored to win in the heavily Democratic district, which includes parts of Passaic, Hudson and Bergen counties. If elected, Pou would make history, becoming the first Hispanic woman to represent New Jersey in Congress.In a post on X, Pou wrote, "I am humble and grateful to be placed on the November ballot as the Democratic candidate for Congress in the 9th...
A New Jersey Man Just Caught A Fish Worth Over One Million Dollars
Spending a day fishing at the Jersey Shore is like nothing else; it's relaxing to spend a day in the sun trying to catch the big one. Now imagine you reel in a fish so big that it warrants a check for over One Million dollars. I don't know about...
The cost of owning an electric car just went up in New Jersey
TRENTON — A few days ago, New Jersey electric vehicle owners started to feel some effects of state budget concerns, according to E&E News by Politico. They cite the financial woes are far from over since they are “compounded by the erosion of gas tax revenues.”. As of...
Big catch, big win: Big Red wastes no time hitting W column
PAULSBORO – The Paulsboro High School football team wasn’t going to wait until October for its first win this year. Big Red turned the page on one of the program’s toughest seasons and delivered a 12-7 victory over Penns Grove in the ’24 opener on a hot Saturday afternoon. ...
Dead but not buried: NJ funeral home kept remains for 31 years, lawsuit says
MIDDLETOWN — For 31 years Debbie Uraga has dutifully visited her father's grave site on his birthday, holidays and Father's Day. But it turns out his cremated remains were sitting on a shelf in the basement of the funeral home that handled his arrangements, according to a lawsuit. George...
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