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Hot tea spill permanently burns woman’s hand, new Dunkin’ lawsuit says
HILLSIDE — In the latest hot spill lawsuit against Dunkin' in New Jersey, a Union County woman claims she suffered severe and permanent burns on her hand due to negligence. Essence Springer bought a hot mint tea at the Dunkin' drive-thru on Liberty Avenue in Hillside on Dec. 17, 2023, according to the lawsuit filed last week.
NJ restaurant receiving Guinness World Record for most tequilas
Last fall I shared the news about a place opening in Metuchen. Meximodo Cocina Mexicana & Tequila Bar opened in mid-November. Just like their delicious Mexican food, the name is a mouthful. Friends just call it Meximodo. In that article I mentioned how Meximodo would be proudly offering over 1,000...
Heading to the Jersey Shore? This is the breakfast place for you
If you’re going to spend a day at the Jersey shore, you’re going to need a solid meal. After all, you’re about to spend a day dodging kids throwing balls, people from out of state sitting way too close to you, and - in rare cases - umbrellas that have gotten loose.
Wawa fan in NJ goes viral collecting every possible receipt number
There’s this old cliche of an answer for mountain climbers asked why they climbed a dangerous, treacherous mountain. Sometimes it’s just as simple as a challenge. Even if the challenge is one only you yourself understand. Maybe for a certain New Jersey guy collecting every Wawa order receipt number 0 through 999 was his mountain.
Cruel summer for NJ Transit commuters: Endless meltdowns during heat
It's the summer of travel alerts for NJ Transit. Rail equipment is the latest inconvenience for customers this week. With the heat we’ve been experiencing, the temperature outside is affecting electronic components, including the air conditioning, according to NJ Transit. Delays, the possibility of combining trips and cancelations can’t...
Celebrities and Politicians React to President Joe Biden Dropping Out of 2024 Presidential Election
Celebrities and politicians are weighing in on President Joe Biden dropping out of the 2024 presidential election, and shared who they will be endorsing. Shortly after Biden announced that he would be dropping out of the 2024 presidential election and endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris for the democratic ticket in his place, social media erupted. Celebrities and politicians alike shared their thoughts and initial reactions to the news. First Lady Jill Biden re-shared her husband's posts alongside a heart emoji.
Americans React to President Joe Biden Dropping Out of 2024 Presidential Election
President Joe Biden officially abandoned his re-election bid for the 2024 presidential race and the internet is in a tizzy. On Sunday (July 21), Biden made the official announcement that he was dropping out the race and endorsed current Vice President Kamala Harris to take his place in the democratic ticket. The news came amid growing concerns that Biden, at age 81, is too old to run the country adequately. He posted a signed letter to his official social media accounts with the stunning announcement.
Joe Biden drops out of 2024 presidential race
President Joe Biden is dropping out of the 2024 presidential election but will remain in office to complete his first term. The 81-year-old Democrat made the announcement in a statement on X just before 2 p.m. on Sunday. "It has been the greatest honor of my life to serve as...
Yes, The Philadelphia-South Jersey Bridge Tolls Will Increase By 20%
We warned you last week that this was likely to happen, and now it’s official. It’s going to cost more to travel from South Jersey into the City of Philadelphia. Tolls on four bridges — which connect Philadelphia and South Jersey — will increase for the first time in 13 years.
An Annoyed, Wealthy Man With Connections Invented Speeding Tickets
If you’re totally up on your license plate history, then you know that New York was the first state to require license plates. However, according to the Thought website, anyone with a car had to make their own plates for their vehicles. Initials were all that they needed. However,...
Yes, the Lens Color in Your Sunglasses Really Matters
Almost no one buys a pair of sunglasses unless they feel good, look cool, and make you feel confident. Shapes, sizes, colors, and even brands are what we focus on purely in a vain manor. In reality that's no different then why we buy most clothing and accessories. However, there...
8 New Jersey Hospitals Ranked Among The Best In The Country
Apparently, if you get sick or have a medical issue, living in the Garden State is a good place to be. A new report shows that New Jersey has some of the best hospitals in the country, in fact, 8 of the country's top hospitals are located right here in New Jersey.
Just in time for National Ice Cream Day: This is NJ’s favorite flavor
This will be some very welcome news for all of us dealing with the disgusting heat recently: July 21st is National Ice Cream Day!. While the best way to celebrate would be going to your favorite local ice cream place (as a native Freeholder, for me, that would be Jersey Freeze, of course), you could also honor the day with New Jersey’s favorite flavor.
How New Jersey is this? There’s now a pork roll vodka
We’ve all heard of the “hair of the dog,” right?. After a night of drinking, to ease your hangover you have a drink after you wake up to help ease the pain. Well what if that drink actually matched the taste of your breakfast?. 3BR Distillery in...
NJ beach weather and waves: Jersey Shore Report for Sun 7/21
5 - 10 knots (Gust 11 knots) TODAY: W winds around 5 kt, becoming S late this morning and afternoon. Seas 2 to 3 ft. Wave Detail: SE 2 ft at 7 seconds. TONIGHT: SW winds 5 to 10 kt. Seas 2 to 3 ft. Wave Detail: SE 2 ft at 8 seconds.
Ocean County, NJ, man charged with fatally stabbing elder roommate: Prosecutor
An Ocean County man has been arrested in connection to a fatal stabbing early Friday morning. Louis Gargiso of Jackson Twp., NJ, charged with murder. Prosecutors say 38-year-old Louis Gargiso of Jackson Township has been charged with murder, possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose, and unlawful possession of a weapon.
Galloway to Host First Pickleball Tourney
Galloway is on a roll with all kinds of great community activities. This year marks the 250th anniversary of the township. Events are happening throughout the summer and right through the end of the year. There are a series of music events, food truck events, crafts, and more. On August...
Four Tips to Help Avoid Gate-Checking Your Carry-On Bag
Isn't it so exciting when you get everything packed perfectly in your carry-on so you don't have to deal with check any luggage? The luggage industry even focuses on the perfect-sized suitcase for maximizing your packing experience and fitting in the overhead compartment. I recently had to gate-check and my...
Myth or Fact: You Get Drunk Faster in High Altitudes
If you've never heard this before then let me introduce you to one of the hard and fast rules to know when you're traveling to high altitudes that's been circulating for decades. I'm basically talking about mountain vacations at least a mile above sea level whether it's hitting the powdery...
Have You Heard Of The South Jersey Man Aboard Titanic?
The Titanic disaster is one that even over 100 years after it occurred still has a sort-of mystery surrounding it. The ship, one of many vessels in the White Star Line, had embarked from Southhampton, England for New York City on April 10th, 1912 with 2,435 passengers. Of that 2,435, only 705 would make it to the USA.
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