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Homes at or under $350,000 in Cape May County
For prospective homebuyers eyeing the real estate market in areas of Cape May County, here’s what sold for or under $350,000 between July 8 and July 14. Here, we provide a breakdown of the top seven properties in each area, selected based on their proximity to the desired price range and the most spacious living areas available.
Update: Severe thunderstorm watch issued for 6 N.J. counties until 1 a.m. Wednesday
On Tuesday at 10:53 p.m. an updated severe thunderstorm watch was issued by the National Weather Service in effect until Wednesday at 1 a.m. for Atlantic, Camden, Cape May, Cumberland, Gloucester and Salem counties. When lightning looms: Expert safety tips for thunderstorms. Each year, lightning strikes the United States approximately...
Nathan’s Famous hot dogs are 5 cents today
NEW YORK (PIX11) — In honor of National Hot Dog Day, Nathan’s Famous is selling its franks for their original price of $0.05. Customers can only buy two cheap hot dogs each at some locations across New York and New Jersey. The hot dogs will be sold from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. across the […]
In June, New Jersey’s sports betting handle totaled $748 million
On Tuesday, the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement reported a sports betting handle of $748 million for June. That’s up 26.6% on a year-over-year basis. In the post-PASPA era, New Jersey leads all states in commercial wagering with $52.46 billion. Additionally, their $6.67 billion wagered in the first half of 2024 is up 31% compared to the first six months of 2023. However, their handle was down 10.8% compared to the $838.9 million reported in May. New Jersey’s sports betting revenue totaled $60.1 million, which was down 9.5% compared to June 2023. Reports have noted that revenue in NJ has been down year-over-year in each of the last two months. Their $573.1 million in year-to-date winnings for sportsbooks is up 30% compared to their numbers in 2023.
New Jersey’s horse betting marketplace will soon be open for competition
For over a decade, New Jersey has had one singular app control of all of the horse racing wagering in the state. That’s set to change after a deal between Darby Developments and NYRA Bets. Darby Developments is home to Monmouth Park in NJ. On Tuesday, it was announced that NYRA Bets will become the managing vendor of New Jersey’s parimutuel horse betting system. With this, several advanced deposit wagering (ADW) platforms will be allowed to operate in the market. FanDuel Group owns TVG, which has operated 4NJbets for more than a decade. They were the sole ADW in New Jersey. Darby Developments CEO had this to say.
Baraka raises $345,606 as a candidate for governor
Newark Mayor Ras Baraka, who announced his bid for the Democratic nomination for governor on February 19, is off to a slow fundraising start and has not reached the threshold to qualify for matching funds after more than four months in the race. Baraka raised $345,606 during the second quarter...
NJ increasing police presence on Parkway, other key roads on Thursday
🚗 The Parkway and AC Expressway are among the roads that will be impacted. Police and road work crews are hitting some key New Jersey routes on Thursday, and the increased activity may slow down your commute. The New Jersey Department of Transportation announced that groups are using July...
Gateway Nails Full Funding for $16B Hudson Tunnel Project
The $16.1-billion Hudson Tunnel Project (HTP) connecting northern New Jersey and Manhattan recently nailed a record $6.9-billion Federal Transit Administration (FTA) capital investment grant plus $4.1 billion in low-interest loans from the Build America Bureau. The project calls for a 2.4-mile rail crossing consisting of a two-tube tunnel between North...
During Haskell week, remembering the greatest horse race in N.J. history | Izenberg
This is a story of the horse race that came in out of the cold. Out of the cold? Hell, here was a time when the race itself was considered only as a nice place for trainers to visit to avoid a mismatch with the big boys in the Travers in Saratoga.
Excessive heat causing NJ Transit delays that could last days
SECAUCUS, N.J. -- NJ Transit says the excessive heat is causing equipment issues, and riders should expect delays and cancellations for days. The agency posted on social media overnight, saying the scorching temperatures may impact travel for the next 48 to 72 hours. "Customers may experience delays and it may be necessary to cancel or combine trips," the agency posted. Nine different lines are facing delays for the Wednesday morning commute.Atlantic CityMain-Bergen CountyMontclair-BoontonMorris & EssexNortheast CorridorNorth Jersey CoastPascack ValleyRaritan ValleyRiver LineOfficials say the heat is causing issues to air conditioning units and other electronic components. Maintenance crews are working around the clock to make repairs and restore...
Heat wave ends with a bang: Steamy then stormy for NJ Wednesday
We're almost there, New Jersey! After almost two weeks of heat and humidity, ranging from uncomfortable to extreme, we have big changes on the way within the next 24 hours. Wednesday will be a little better than Tuesday, since we're not expecting widespread triple-digit temperatures this time around. But we are still in the heat "danger zone," with an Excessive Heat Warning and Heat Advisory continuing for most of the state. But only for one more day.
Are you registered to vote? Here's what you need to know ahead of Election Day
It's never to early to make sure you're registered to vote. Here's what you need to know ahead of the 2024 Presidential Election:. Register online at New Jersey’s election website. Register to vote by mail or in person at New Jersey’s election website. Voter registration deadlines. Online registration...
NJ school biology teacher loses job for violent hammer attack
TENAFLY — A former biology teacher is no longer allowed to teach in New Jersey after having his teaching certificate revoked. The state Board of Examiners revoked 38-year-old Christopher R. Icochea's teaching certificate for biology in a finalized decision in late June. According to the decision, Icochea backed into...
When NJ residents can expect their next ANCHOR rebate
💲 The process on a third year of ANCHOR payments is about to begin. 💲 ANCHOR benefits go to both homeowners and renters. 💲 You may not have to do anything in order to receive your next payment. The ANCHOR property tax relief program is part of...
Online scammers are targeting NJ seniors. Here's how to fight them.
Madeline Bennett looked at her credit card statement not long ago and found two charges from a fashion store in the Midwest that she didn't make, prompting her to call her bank, close her account and get a new card. Bennett doesn't know how the scammers got the information they needed to make...
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