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Only NJ restaurant on list: South Jersey eatery gets national recognition
NEWFIELD — Off of Harding Highway in Newfield, you’ll find a restaurant that’s nothing like the rest. The New Yorks Times think so, too — it just listed Sweet Amalia Market & Kitchen in its best restaurants list for 2024. In fact, it’s the only place...
Clock ticking for $1.13 billion Mega Millions jackpot winner to come forward, NJ Lottery says
A Mega Millions ticket worth more than a billion dollars was sold six months ago in New Jersey, but so far no one has claimed the jackpot.The person had one year from the March 26 drawing to cash in their ticket, but, as the New Jersey Lottery reminded the community on Thursday, that ticket holder now has just six months.If that person doesn't come forward by March 26, 2025, they're out of luck.The ticket was sold at ShopRite Liquor at 2200 Route 66 in Neptune Twp., in Monmouth County.The winning numbers for the drawing were: 07, 11, 22, 29 and...
Have A Drink At New Jersey’s Best Rated Dive Bar
Tired of hitting up the same old spot for drinks and appetizers?. Don’t get me wrong, we all have our go-to bars and restaurants that we love to support, but if you’re in the mood for a change of pace, here’s a fresh spot to check out.
Visit if you dare: The 10 scariest places in New Jersey
👻 New Jersey 101.5 asked for Facebook recommendations. It's almost spooky season! If looking for a scare this fall, New Jerseyans don't have to travel too far. When New Jersey 101.5 asked for scary recommendations on Facebook, our followers gave us some laughs with mention of the grocery store and the New Jersey Turnpike.
TV-famous NJ restaurant won’t last, closing on Sept. 30
DUMONT — A restaurant in Bergen County that was showcased on reality television because it was struggling to stay afloat plans to officially shut down. In a social media post, the Italian restaurant Da Mimmo announced that the doors will be closing for good on Sept. 30. "Launching and...
WARNING: NJ Restaurants May Be Illegally Overcharging You
There's a sneaky charge some restaurants have been adding to your bill lately, and it might be illegal. Have you ever noticed a charge being listed as a “processing fee” at some places?. It usually shows up near the subtotal and total on your bill. It’s not a...
New Jersey Might See A New Type Of Wawa In The Future
Wawa should be a staple for anyone living in the Garden State, whether you need gas, coffee, lunch, or a snack, Wawa is the place to go. Wawa is also constantly trying to update, improve, and upgrade its stores all over the country. For example, Wawa is experimenting with a...
Popular chicken food chain announces plan to open first locations in NJ
Are you looking for a new go-to dinner or lunch spot? Are you sick of the usual offers?. A food chain not seen in New Jersey has announced plans to expand here: The Red Chickz. Water will have to be on standby!. The food is described as “the crunchiest, most...
10 Places in South Jersey for Great Clam Chowder
Now that it's officially fall in New Jersey, as the leaves start to change colors and the temperatures cool off, the dining mind of most New Jerseyians turns to what else?. Is there anyone who doesn't like this incredible soup? There are so many different ways to make it too. It's kind of like the pizza of the soup world. Here are 10 places that serve up some of the best clam chowder in South Jersey.
Craving the Best Steak in New Jersey? Here’s Where to Find It
If you’re craving a mouthwatering steak, you’re in luck! You don't have to drive very far. You can find the best steak in New Jersey right in Ocean County. Best of NJ put together a list of the best steakhouses in New Jersey. So where's the best steakhouse...
Someone turned less than $4 into over $400,000 at NJ casino
Is it that I’m not lucky? Or is it that I don’t try to set myself up enough to be lucky?. Other than the occasional New Jersey lottery ticket (because hey, anything can happen in New Jersey, amirite?) I’m not much of a gambler. I only won three things in my entire life.
UPDATE: New Jersey Ranked One of the Happiest States in America😊
Forget About It! If you are looking for a great place to be than look no further than the Garden State. New data shows that New Jersey is ranked one of the "happiest" states to live in America, in fact, New Jersey is ranked in the Top 5 for "happiness" in America.
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