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When NJ residents can expect their next ANCHOR rebate
đź’˛ The process on a third year of ANCHOR payments is about to begin. đź’˛ ANCHOR benefits go to both homeowners and renters. đź’˛ You may not have to do anything in order to receive your next payment. The ANCHOR property tax relief program is part of...
NJ state police trooper admits punching handcuffed woman in face
đź”» Under plea deal, no public employment or office. A New Jersey state police trooper from Gloucester County has admitted to punching a handcuffed woman in the face, while she was sitting in a police vehicle, awaiting a medical evaluation. On Thursday, 28-year-old Nicolas Hogan, of Gibbstown, pleaded guilty...
These are the most cost-efficient school districts in NJ — and they’re still hurting
TOMS RIVER — The state is forcing a school district that already has one of the tightest belts in New Jersey to suffer through massive budget cuts. When it comes to spending per pupil, Toms River is the second most efficient district of its size and the fourth most efficient district in New Jersey out of around 600.
NJ: Don’t fall for fake tax credits — not from IRS
đź’˛ The IRS has issued an alert about a series of scams and fake social media advice. đź’˛ The advice leads to false claims for certain tax credits. đź’˛ This has led to thousands of inflated refund claims during the past tax season. The Internal Revenue Service...
NJ Family’s Summer Fun Interrupted By SINKHOLE In Front Yard
New Jersey has seen its fair share of natural disasters over the years. The scariest that comes to mind is, of course, Hurricane Sandy. It swept up the coastline in 2012 damaging so many homes in its path. Residents of the shore towns weren't even the only ones impacted by that storm. There was significant damage all the way out in the Philly suburbs of South Jersey, too.
Whale sightings unusually high for NJ. What’s the cause?
Viking Yacht Company, out of Burlington County, took to Facebook days ago to share about “unusually high numbers” of North Atlantic Right Whales around the region. Sightings have been identified in the New York Bight from the Block Canyon to the Hudson Canyon, according to the Asbury Park Press.
Garden State themed Olympic events New Jerseyans want to see
A very fun question was posed on the New Jersey subreddit that got us on the NJ101.5 afternoon show intrigued. “If there was a New Jersey Olympic decathlon, what would the events be?”. For instance: the Jersey Slide competition. Competitors can be judged either on how many lanes they drive...
Free program at Rutgers helps adults with autism
NEWARK — A Newark-based program is hoping to bridge the gap for services that benefit adults with Autism. "There's a lot of people who have a diagnosis of Autism in New Jersey, but they need services that can sometimes be difficult to find," said Dr. Aaron Dallman, the creator of Nexus and an assistant professor at Rutgers.
Why NJ Shore residents better stop complaining about crowds
It's the thick of the summer season at the Jersey Shore, and the crowds are everywhere. Weekdays? Weekends? It doesn't matter. They're here from Memorial Day through Labor Day and have no plans of going anywhere. For those who live at the Shore year-round, the summer season can be frustrating....
NJ boardwalk comes to a standstill every morning for unifying ritual
WILDWOOD — Each morning, a packed boardwalk comes to a brief standstill. Walkers and runners stop in their tracks. Bikers brake. Even store operators may choose to pause transactions for a minute. If you're a frequent visitor to the boardwalk that runs through the Wildwoods, you may be familiar...
Stop The Sting Is Helping To Control New Jersey’s Jellyfish Population
If you've spent any time in the Barnegat Bay this summer, you may have noticed that you're not alone when you're swimming. And I'm not talking about the other swimmers. Sea Nettles, a type of Jellyfish have been running rampant this summer causing a lot of people to get stung.
Retail Chain Closing Nearly 150 Stores: Are Any New Jersey Locations On The List?
The full list of closures is out. About a month ago, Big Lots announced it would be closing almost 150 stores nationwide due to inflation. We were left wondering if any of the stores here in New Jersey would be forced to shut down. Big Lots in New Jersey. The...
New Jersey “Barbie Dreamhouse” Goes Viral on TikTok
A home in New Jersey, dubbed the "Barbie Dreamhouse," has gone viral on TikTok for its pink-themed interior. A home in New Jersey, dubbed the “Barbie Dreamhouse,” has gone viral on TikTok for its pink-themed interior, writes Katherine Cressman for the Bucks County Courier Times. Listed on Zillow...
Does NJ have way too many Wawa’s? Here are the numbers
How many is too many? That is the question when it comes to one of New Jersey's favorite convenience stores. There's no question that The Garden State is jam-packed with Wawa's. So many, in fact, that our tiny little state outnumbers all the other states. Not collectively, but individually (that would be insane if it were collectively).
Help ID a pair of dine and dashers at Sack O’ Subs in Ventnor, NJ
A pair of dine and dashers dined at Sack O' Subs in Ventnor, according to a the popular sandwich shop. We would like to take a moment to thank our awesome patrons for another successful and busy weekend. We also would like to give a friendly reminder to the lucky few to pay for your food before you walk out with it. Unfortunately, this issue occurred both Saturday & Sunday at our Ventnor location. That being said, here are our first inductees to the wall of SHAME!
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