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Shocking NJ summer energy bills spark demands to freeze rate hikes
💡 Atlantic City Electric customers report huge bill increases. 💡 Critics say ratepayers have seen bills triple over last summer. Atlantic City Electric customers are paying outrageously high electric bills this summer and lawmakers are demanding to know if the increases are above board. Thousands of ratepayers in...
N.J. woman mistakenly jailed for 2 weeks can’t sue cops, appeals court rules
A New Jersey woman who was arrested at gunpoint and spent two weeks in a jail for someone else’s parole violation cannot sue the U.S. Marshals and police officers who detained her, an appeals court ruled last week. Judith Maureen Henry, now 74, was held five years ago at...
Can You Legally Smoke Weed In Public In New Jersey?
As New Jersey continues to adapt to its new cannabis laws, it's important for residents to stay informed. With recreational marijuana now legal, understanding the nuances of these regulations can help you stay compliant and avoid any legal pitfalls. First and foremost, adults 21 and over can legally purchase and...
Woman arrested for selling $18M worth of fake coupons: Feds
A woman from Texas has been arrested for allegedly selling $18 million worth of fake coupons that were used at stores in New Jersey and across the country. Federal authorities say Janet Bernal from San Antonio, who went by the following nicknames... Rocky. Rocky G. Rocky Gee. RockyG-Kruella. ...has been...
N.J. weather: Potential coastal storm could dump heavy rain on state this weekend
New Jersey’s awesome stretch of dry and pleasant weather may come to a soggy end just in time for the upcoming weekend, with forecasters keeping an eye on a potential coastal storm that could dump heavy rain on our region. Forecasters from AccuWeather and the National Weather Service say...
Best NJ High Schools Are Among The Best In America
We are about to start a new school year, so let's talk about schools. Niche in 2024 came out with their rankings for the Top 25 High Schools here in New Jersey and some of these High Schools are ranked among the best in America. Here are Niche's 25 top-ranked...
The COMMERCE Magazine NJ September Issue Is Out Now
The digital September 2024 issue of COMMERCE NJ Magazine is now available here. This month’s issue celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month, including a conversation with Goya Foods’ Unanue brothers who share history on the company’s heritage since its founding in 1936 and notes on its achievement of 50 years in New Jersey. Additionally, learn how the NJ Hispanic community is anticipating a film screening of “The Borinqueneers” and fundraiser in Member Notes, and hear of a significant appointment for the Hispanic community in Member Moves. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERCOMMERCE also gives takeaways...
State gets $801,000 federal grant to boost specialty crops
New Jersey’s agricultural sector will get a boost from an $801,000 grant from the U.S.Department of Agriculture (USDA) to help promote and enhance the advantage of the Garden State’s specialty crops, including fruits, vegetables, horticulture and nursery products. The Specialty Crop Block Grant will fund 14 projects, part...
NJ authorities: Watch out for these common scams
⚫ Scammers are after your money and/or personal data. ⚫ There's no shortage of tactics being used by fraudsters. ⚫ Red flag: You're being asked to send money in an odd way. There's always a fraudster out there, waiting to take advantage of a New Jersey resident who's not on...
Adam Sandler Helps Out At Morristown Cafe, And More Spottings
The massively famous actor and comedian is in North Jersey for the filming of "Happy Gilmore 2." Which means you'll be seeing a lot more of him in the flesh. So far, Sandler has been spotted at Lokl Cafe at 80 South St. in Morristown, where employees said he helped out behind the counter on Sunday, Sept. 1.
Do N.J. medical weed patients feel ignored? They’ll get a chance to speak out soon.
The New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission will host virtual roundtables throughout September and October to gather feedback on how the market can better help medical marijuana consumers. Virtual roundtables are slated for Sept. 5, 23, and 25, and Oct. 1, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. They will be held...
Another New Jersey School District Is Banning Cell Phones This Year
Now that Labor Day is in the rearview mirror, it's time for a lot of NJ families to get ready for back to school. Back to school was always one of my favorite items of the year when I was younger; back to seeing my friends at lunch every day, after-school activities kicked up again, and of course, it meant a return to routine, which I'm a big fan of.
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