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NJ auto thefts fueled by youth: Is jail time the answer?
⚫ NJ lawmakers held a hearing on youth involvement in serious crimes. ⚫ Cops believe youth detention should be an option. ⚫ Critics don't believe influential youth should be sent to jail for certain offenses. The persistent threats of automobile thefts and home break-ins won't subside anytime soon, unless New...
Why Pete Townshend Never Liked the ‘Quadrophenia’ Movie
Pete Townshend says he’d never been happy with the 1979 movie version of Quadrophenia. The Who guitarist explained that was one of the reasons why he’d developed a ballet version of the storyline, which was first exposed via the 1973 album. “I was never happy with the film,”...
Phil X Struggled With Impostor Syndrome After Joining Bon Jovi
Bon Jovi guitarist Phil X discussed his struggle with impostor syndrome after replacing Richie Sambora in the band. The Canadian guitarist, once a member of Triumph, stood in for Sambora for a few shows in 2011. Jon Bon Jovi called him back when Sambora suddenly quit the band two years later. X has been in place ever since, becoming an official member in 2016.
Philadelphia woman charged in overdose death of infant in NJ
A 32-year-old Philadelphia woman has been charged with causing the death of her 10-month-old son through exposure to an illicit drug. Burlington County Prosecutor LaChia Bradshaw says Vanessa Hampton is facing second-degree manslaughter and third-degree possession of a controlled dangerous substance. She was taken into custody last week in Philadelphia...
Senate staffer says Egypt trip planning for NJ’s Bob Menendez got ‘weird’
NEW YORK — A Senate staffer testified at a bribery trial that planning for New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez’s 2021 trip to Egypt and Qatar got “weird” after the Democrat directed that Egypt be included in the process, a Senate staffer testified Monday. Sarah Arkin, a...
NJ may get rid of sales tax on some big-ticket baby items
⚫ Lawmakers say the bill can make things a bit easier for struggling families. ⚫ Some baby items are already exempt from the state's sales tax. New Jersey is considering a nice financial break for new parents, and the folks who buy them gifts for the occasion. A bill approved...
A worse tick season for NJ in 2024? Hundreds of ER visits so far
⚫ Tick populations could be worse this year than others. ⚫ You can reduce the risk of a bite on your own property. In 2024 so far, New Jersey has recorded about 700 emergency department visits due to tick bites. And right now, the Garden State is in the middle...
Invasive NJ pest targeted one specific tree in my yard
I'm not sure I've seen much about these guys in the news lately. Even here in our own newsroom, there hasn't been much to share lately when it comes to this one particular invasive pest. Or maybe that's because everyone throughout the Garden State is focused on the incoming Joro...
Utility asks customers in two NJ counties to limit water use
💦 There are no water restrictions in place in NJ during this heat wave. 💦 But one utility is asking residents in two NJ counties to limit water use. The first weekend of summer in New Jersey is going to be a scorcher as the early season heatwave continues.
Looking for a New Jersey Day Trip? Check Out This Strange Town
With the summer here at the Jersy Shore, maybe you're looking to switch things up a little this year and visit a shore town you've never been to before. I'll admit, since moving to Jersey a year ago I've only been to a handful of beaches and they were all between Seaside Heights and Point Pleasant.
Street to be Renamed After Beloved Absecon Lighthouse Keeper
Atlantic City is renaming Rhode Island Avenue after the late Buddy Grover, the inspirational volunteer lighthouse keeper at Atlantic City's Absecon Lighthouse, who died in January at age 96. The street renaming will come after a Celebration of Life for Grover from 5 -7 pm on Wednesday, June 26 at...
Worrisome signs: NJ housing markets at risk of a slowdown in 2024
New Jersey has a strong presence in a new report that lists the U.S. counties most at risk of a housing market slowdown. The 2024 first-quarter list from ATTOM, a real-estate data company, isn't a great one to be on, because it takes into account factors such as underwater mortgages and jobless rates.
Groovy! Philadelphia, PA’s Outdoor, Retro Rolling Skating Rink is Back
It's one of the summer season's coolest attractions! An outdoor roller skating rink has returned to Center City Philadelphia. So, lace up! It's time to get your rolling on!. Philly, PA's Got an Outdoor Retro Rolling Skating Rink. The Rothman Roller Rink, located at Dilworth Park right near City Hall,...
6 of the Best Seafood Restaurants in New Jersey
It's a perfect time of the year to enjoy the best seafood in America right here in New Jersey. Being a coastal state makes for lots of great seafood. We have fantastic restaurants where you can enjoy this delicious seafood as well. Obviously, with so many really good seafood restaurants around the state, it is hard to pick just 6 but we are highlighting the "featured" restaurants as selected by bestofnj.com in their article "The Best Seafood Restaurants in New Jersey".
Alec Bohm, Matt Straham on list of best players at their position for 2024
There is no debating that the Philadelphia Phillies have been one of the best teams in baseball this season. Entering their weekend National League Championship rematch with the Arizona Diamondbacks at Citizens Bank Park, they sit seven games ahead of the Braves in the National League East and their 49-25 mark has them tied for the best winning percentage in MLB.
The Hottest Town In New Jersey Is Located In Western Section Of The State☀️
We are about to feel the heat here in the Garden State. New Jersey's first heat wave of the season is approaching (heat wave is three or more days of temps 90+) and Thursday - Sunday should be 90+ in the forecast. Believe it or not, some data shows what...
Discover 3 New Jersey Towns That Made the Most Charming List in America
We love when New Jersey makes the "best" of anything in America. This is cool. We have some really, really cute, charming towns in New Jersey. Mixbook is a digital photobook platform, conducted a survey of the most charming streets in the US. There was a top 100 that the cutest and the most charming main streets were named. Three of New Jersey's main streets made the list, best in the nation.
New Jersey’s Best Popcorn With Irresistible Flavors
It's a must-visit spot on the Ocean City Boardwalk!. Taste of Home Magazine named Johnson’s Popcorn in Ocean City one of the top Mom-and-Pop Popcorn Shops in the country and the BEST in New Jersey. No surprise here!. Take the trip to the Ocean City Boardwalk, you will not...
NJ State Police Need Your Help Finding Missing Woman
Roberta Anne Michels-Hopkins (Nickname: Birdy) has been missing since 1981. It's a case that remains unsolved, and police are revisiting her case to give her family and friends some closure. Police remind you that all tips can remain confidential. Ms. Hopkins was approximately 29 years old when she left her...
New Jersey’s Best Small Town is One of the Coolest in America
This is a fun article especially if you love to travel here in the United States. It's the coolest small town in America and we have our selection right here in New Jersey for you to check out. When it comes to Jersey we have many "cool" small towns to enjoy, but according to Far and Wide, they have one selected as their favorite and it's no surprise that it's right here at the Jersey Shore. Looking at some of the Victorian home photos I have in the article have you guessed yet where we are talking about?
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