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Drought officially erased from NJ, thanks to Debby’s downpours
Winter was wet. Early Spring was wet. And then as Summer began, New Jersey's weather suddenly turned very dry. Cumulative precipitation at Trenton-Mercer Regional Airport since April 1, 2024. Notice the switch from wetter-than-usual to below-normal, followed by a big recovery as Debby drenched the state in August. (ACIS) Cumulative...
Over 40 Cats from Northwest Iowa Flown to New Jersey to Ease Overcapacitated Shelters
Over 40 cats from northwest Iowa were recently flown to New Jersey to find homes due to increased flooding in the area that led to a surplus of cats in shelters. The relocation was organized by Greater Good Charities and The Animal Rescue Site. The cats, all homeless and adoptable, are from People For Pets in Spencer and the Humane Society of Northwest Iowa. They were loaded onto a plane in Sioux Falls and flown to Atlantic City.
Helping an important cause against Multiple Myeloma in NJ
Multiple Myeloma is a serious disease that impacts blood and bone marrow. Like all cancers, it's a tough diagnosis to get and half of those diagnosed do not survive. Thankfully my friend Frank who was diagnosed several years ago is now in remission. He and his former wife Ginger invited me in to speak to the first annual Hole in One For Multiple Myeloma Golf Tournament fundraiser to help fund research that will hopefully save the lives of others impacted by this terrible disease.
N.J. football preview, 2024: Stat leaders set to make their return this season
High school football is back. The 2024 season kicks off on Thursday, August 29 and is expected to be another sensational year throughout the state. While some of the finest talent graduated, there remains plenty to keep your eyes on. There will be quarterbacks throwing the ball all over the field, running backs generating points through potent ground attacks and receivers willing to go up and make the big catch. On defense, guys want to get to the quarterback and make that huge sack or stop a running back with a key tackle.
NJ gets another drive-thru for weed
WHARTON — These days, there's nothing wrong with getting marijuana handed to you through your car window ... if the transaction is occurring at a licensed facility. A new cannabis dispensary in Morris County is the latest in New Jersey to offer a drive-thru option for customers. Ascend has...
N.J. weather: Severe thunderstorm threats, Hurricane Ernesto rip currents in weekend forecast
The weekend forecast for New Jersey includes dual threats of severe thunderstorms along with dangerous rip currents along the Jersey Shore as Hurricane Ernesto passes far off the coast. ALSO: Wildfire smoke from Canada bringing more hazy skies to N.J., NYC region. There are also chances of isolated showers and...
Increase in NJ income tax revenue in July
This week has brought some good economic news, led by slowing inflation on the national level. And New Jersey has some positive signs as well for the first month of the fiscal year, with Treasury officials announcing state income-tax collections were up for the month of July by $110 million, or about 9%, compared to the same month last year.
Don’t miss out: NJ changes some rules for newest ANCHOR rebates
💲 Applicants will face additional ID verification. 💲 Double check whether your payment should be automatic this year. Notices are about to hit millions of mailboxes throughout New Jersey, to get the ball rolling on another round of property tax relief. Many residents likely won't have to do...
Morning audio update: New N.J. graduation rule, lake algal bloom, Happy Gilmore 2 casting call (Aug. 15, 2024) 🔊
Good morning New Jersey. Here’s your audio update highlighting an important new high school graduation requirement, the search for family of a 92-year-old woman who recently died and the opening of a much anticipated Jersey Shore restaurant with amazing sunset views. Plus, we’ll tell you about an open casting...
DIY project destroys Edison, NJ, home — NJ Top News
Here are the top New Jersey news stories for Thursday. ⬛ Big news with Trump and Vance in New Jersey on Thursday. https://nj1015.com/trump-campaign-visits-new-jersey/. The former president and his running mate, U.S. Sen. JD Vance. R-Ohio, are expected to hold a news conference at Trump National Golf Club in Bedminster at 4:30 p.m.
What's keeping drivers from buying EVs? Mostly price.
More drivers are buying them, but electric cars still make up a small share of the market in Rhode Island. A new survey from AAA Northeast of drivers in the Ocean State and its neighbors raises questions about how fast the electric vehicle market share will grow, even as state and federal lawmakers...
Hunterdon 4-H Fair returns with a wide variety of events
This year’s Hunterdon County 4-H and Agricultural Fair, which runs Wednesday, Aug. 21 through Sunday, Aug. 25 at South County Park, once again features all sorts of shows, contests, displays and entertainment acts. In addition to many shows and contests for 4-H club members, it includes amusement rides for...
We Know TGI Fridays Closed Some New Jersey Locations, Will There Be More
This is a bit of a surprise for me, I'm not sure why. It shouldn't be surprising. Several TGI Fridays are closing in New Jersey. We have the most Fridays closing in New Jersey more than any other state in the US. TGI Fridays confirmed that they would be closing...
Philly-area teachers and students debate proposed school cellphone ban
More school districts nationwide are banning cell phones – even some states are passing rules restricting smartphone use in classes. This summer, Pennsylvania passed a bill to pilot cell phone bans in schools and New Jersey and Delaware are also experimenting with more restrictive rules. But do cell-free classrooms improve learning, attention and mental health? Are there downsides to confiscating student devices?
N.J. flight attendant admits smuggling drug money to Dominican Republic, feds say
Four flight attendants, including one from New Jersey have pleaded guilty to smuggling drug money from New York City to the Dominican Republic by using their elevated security status to avoid detection, authorities said. Charlie Hernandez, 42, of West New York, plus New York City residents Sarah Valerio Pujols, 42,...
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