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NJ homeless veterans nonprofit close to reaching 2024 goal
The multi-award-winning, Bedminster-based nonprofit, Independence for Veterans, has won its sixth consecutive “Certificate of Appreciation” award from the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs. The award was given for the nonprofit's continued, outstanding contributions to the New Jersey homeless veterans community. Since Jan. 1, Independence for Veterans has...
Chester’s mayor says the county’s only city is being ‘reborn’
Chester Mayor Stefan Roots, last week, presented his first State of the City address before an audience that included residents, City Council members, city employees, County Councilwoman Elaine Paul Schaefer, District Attor- ney Jack Stollsteimer and state-appointed Receiver Michael Doweary. Held at Latham Hall on the campus of Widener University,...
See where NJ ranks in new best states list (it's No. 1 in our hearts though)
New Jersey has been ranked the 14th best state in the United States, according to the latest rankings by U.S. News & World Report. The state's strong performance in health care, education, and safety contributed to its high placement. The annual report, which evaluates states based on various metrics, highlighted...
NJ study: Are we creating a gambling problem for our kids?
It's shocking how young people are when they're first exposed to gambling, according to folks behind new research out of The College of New Jersey and the Council on Compulsive Gambling of New Jersey. The issue is only expected to worsen, given the ability to wager right on a phone...
Exciting News For Real Housewives Of New Jersey Fans
If you watch the Real Housewives of New Jersey you’re sure to know this famous husband who’s been on the show for years, but what you may not know is that he also does standup comedy and he’ll be performing in New Jersey this summer. Real Housewives...
25 in ’25: BJ’s announces newest location for the Garden State
BJ's Wholesale Club has announced two new store locations and one is in New Jersey. The new spot will be the Garden State's 25th location of the membership-only warehouse club. The announcement also includes the 10th BJ's location for North Carolina. “We are excited to deliver the unbeatable value our...
Mountain Lion Reportedly Dangerously Close To Upstate New York
A number of reported mountain lions have been spotted just outside the Hudson Valley. The wild animal was reported in New Jersey, in a county that borders Orange County. Mountain Lion Reported Near Orange County, New York. A mountain lion was reportedly seen in Sussex County, New Jersey. A listener...
NJ101.5 listeners have voted for the best ‘dive’ bar in NJ
Thousands of votes came pouring in on Friday and through the weekend after we announced the finalists in the four-region contest to find the best Jersey dive bar. We ended up with five finalists because of a rare tie in Central Jersey between Ellery's in Middlesex Boro. and Lagoda's Saloon...
Beloved high school football player killed in Chester shooting: 'A major loss'
CHESTER, Pa. - A school community is in shock as they mourn the tragic loss of a beloved high school student who was shot to death over the weekend. Zaheem Sabree was a rising 12th grader and football player for Chester-Upland High School. "His dedication and spirit as a member...
Is NJ getting a new blueberry? Testing is underway
The blueberry may be New Jersey's state fruit, but apparently it's not perfect. This summer, researchers at Rutgers University are hitting the final phase of a quest to develop a variety of blueberry that more consumers should enjoy. Thousands of blueberry plants are being evaluated for desirable traits, and only...
Area Elks and Girls Scouts Send Care Packages to NJ Troops stationed overseas
Area Elks Club members recently teamed up with Girl Scouts from New Providence and Chatham at the Stirling Elks Lodge to assemble and mail 22 care packages packed with cookies and “Thank You” cards to troops from NJ who are currently deployed overseas. They were joined by Air...
Stevens Institute of Technology applauds $7.5M allocation from state budget
The Stevens Institute of Technology is applauding their $7.5 million allocation from the 2024-2025 New Jersey budget, expressing excitement about improving their computer science and their artificial intelligence programs. This state funding is broken down into two parts: $5.75 million for the university and $1.75 million for their artificial intelligence...
Get Ready For Free Slurpee Day In New Jersey
This super popular convenience store is turning 97!. The one that keeps you cool and refreshed during these hot summer months here in New Jersey. 7-Eleven will soon celebrate its 97th anniversary!. Wow, 97 years it's been around and you can join in on the big celebration by stopping by...
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