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Is Netflix still building film studios in New Jersey?
After rumors and consideration, Netflix was announced as the buyer of a large piece of land at a former military installation in Monmouth County — almost two years ago. The Fort Monmouth redevelopment has been slow-moving since the site was decommissioned in 2011— so the big deal for nearly 300 acres in Oceanport and Eatontown was welcome news for many (with a smaller group of critics).
Numbers that give NJ best odds at Mega Millions jackpot
Every once in a while, the jackpot for Mega Millions grows to insanely high numbers. The estimate for the Sept. 6 drawing, for example, is $740 million ($366.3 million for the cash payout). Yes, it's been higher before, but that's no small number either, to say the least. Of course,...
Nationwide ranking of retirement cities shows New Jersey is going to cost you
Financial publication WalletHub ranked nearly 180 cities to see which ones were the best places for retirees. And it seems that people might want to retire in any number of places other than New Jersey. Jersey City and Newark were the two New Jersey cities listed in the ranking, in the 156th and 178th positions respectively. The ranking considered 45 metrics that included cost of living, tax laws, health care and availability of recreational activities. Both New...
Affordable higher education: Discover NJ's top community colleges (list)
When it comes to higher education, students have a few options to choose from. And one option is on the rise. Over the last few years, community college undergraduate enrollment has grown 1.2%, according to the American Association of Community Colleges. This is the first increase since the COVID-19 pandemic. ...
Survey questions NJ educators should ask students this season
Another school year has arrived here in New Jersey, and whether the kids like it or not, the countdown from 180 has begun. But don't worry, it always seems to go fast. At least, for the parents it does. For the kids? Well, maybe not so much. Still, once that...
Can’t-miss girls tennis matches for the week of Sept. 9-15
Below you will find a handful of girls tennis matches here in New Jersey you won’t want to miss this week. Feel there should be something added, let us know!. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. By using this site, you consent to our User Agreement and agree that your clicks, interactions, and personal information may be collected, recorded, and/or stored by us and social media and other third-party partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
New breakfast, lunch spot to pop up in this NJ town
MANALAPAN — Food enthusiasts, you’re in luck!. Toast City Diner is coming to Manalapan — the fifth location for the Garden State. The announcement was shared on social media days ago, with mention of Towne Pointe Center being the future home. The plan is to open during...
Flyers target Montclair, NJ, police officer
🚨 Flyers have been circulating online targeting a Montclair police officer. Police in Montclair are coming to the defense of one of their own. Flyers have been posted around Montclair that depict the face of a uniformed officer and include "disparaging and disrespectful remarks," according to a Facebook post by the Montclair Police Department.
Christie says Harris should ‘refuse to engage’ with Trump’s attacks during debate
Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie (R) on Sunday advised Vice President Harris to steer clear of engaging in a “back-and-forth” with former President Trump and to instead dismiss any of his personal attacks during this week’s debate. “If I were preparing Kamala Harris, I told her to write two words only on there: charm…
Wayne YMCA members will pay less after township takeover. New fees revealed
WAYNE — The average user of the YMCA will likely pay less for a monthly or annual membership when the facility on Pike Drive is taken over by the township this fall. In some cases, current members will see steep discounts. ...
NJ Defending Title IX Protections for LGBTQ+ Students in Federal Courts
NEW JERSEY - Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin announced that New Jersey, along with California and Pennsylvania, has co-led two amicus briefs in federal appellate courts to defend Title IX’s protections for LGBTQ+ students from gender-based harassment and sex discrimination. The briefs, supported by a coalition of states, seek to overturn a preliminary injunction that could affect schools in several states.
Yonkers Public Schools, superintendent hold gathering for thousands of educators, staff
A school year is 180 days, with no two days and no two schools exactly alike. The students differ, the teachers differ, school cultures differ. Here, our photographers find what makes our school days anything but ordinary, the people and programs and events that make a difference, school day in and school day out. ...
Offshore wind opponent 'not surprised' by project delay along Jersey coast
An offshore wind company is asking regulators in New Jersey to hit pause on the project off the coast of Atlantic and Ocean Counties, citing supply chain problems. An offshore wind opponent says these problems were predictable.
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