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Top Holiday Films with New Jersey Connections: A Festive Guide for Movie Lovers

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New Jersey has played a surprising and memorable role in holiday cinema, whether through filming locations, story inspirations, or hometown connections of cast and crew. From classic Christmas tales to modern rom-coms, the Garden State has provided the backdrop for memorable holiday moments...

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Film & TV

Top Holiday Films with New Jersey Connections: A Festive Guide for Movie Lovers

New Jersey has played a surprising and memorable role...
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Film & TV

Top Holiday Films with New Jersey Connections: A Festive Guide for Movie Lovers

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Philadelphia 76ers’ Bench Dominates as Team Tops Milwaukee Bucks 116-101

Philadelphia’s reserves stole the spotlight Friday night as the 76ers rolled past the Milwaukee Bucks 116-101, marking their third consecutive victory to start December. The performance highlighted the depth of Philadelphia’s roster and the critical...
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Top Holiday Attractions and Seasonal Fun in New Jersey

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New Jersey Breweries Buzzing with Holiday Releases, Events, and Exciting Openings in December 2025 New Jersey Breweries Celebrate the Season with Festive Holiday and...

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Rahway Chef Chris Faison Leaves Mark on Hell’s Kitchen and Culinary Re-Entry Programs and his Plant-Based Comfort with Vegan Chicken and Waffles

Rahway, New Jersey, was prominently represented on Season 24 of Hell’s Kitchen, as local culinary instructor Chris Faison showcased both his skills and his...

Rahway Chef Chris Faison Leaves Mark on Hell’s Kitchen and Culinary Re-Entry Programs and his Plant-Based Comfort with Vegan Chicken and Waffles

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A Winter Warm-Up Worth Savoring: New Jersey’s Take on a Baileys Hot Chocolate Classic

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Cape May Brewery Hosts Holiday Tap Takeover at Oaklyn Manor

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Top Holiday Films with New Jersey Connections: A Festive Guide for Movie Lovers

New Jersey has played a surprising and memorable role in holiday cinema, whether through filming locations, story inspirations, or hometown connections of cast and...
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Top Holiday Attractions and Seasonal Fun in New Jersey

As December arrives, New Jersey transforms into a festive wonderland, with communities across the state lighting up for the holiday season. Jersey City, in...
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New Jersey Breweries Buzzing with Holiday Releases, Events, and Exciting Openings in December 2025 New Jersey Breweries Celebrate the Season with Festive Holiday and...

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HCANJ Leaders Join Governor-Elect Sherrill’s Transition Teams

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Federal Appeals Court Rules Alina Habba Unlawfully Serving as U.S. Attorney

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New Jersey Faces Erosion of Open Government and Public Oversight

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$20 Million Financing Drives Parsippany Office-to-Industrial Transformation

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Philadelphia 76ers’ Bench Dominates as Team Tops Milwaukee Bucks 116-101

Philadelphia’s reserves stole the spotlight Friday night as the 76ers rolled past the Milwaukee Bucks 116-101, marking their third consecutive victory to start December....
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Doctor Water Heater Accelerates Navien Tankless Installations Across New Jersey

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Light Snowfall Exits Southern New Jersey as Colder Pattern Settles In

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Step Into the Holiday Magic: From Allaire Community Farm to Historic Hopewell Township Homes

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New Jersey Explores Ranked Choice Voting to Strengthen Democracy

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Rahway Chef Chris Faison Leaves Mark on Hell’s Kitchen and Culinary Re-Entry Programs and his Plant-Based Comfort with Vegan Chicken and Waffles

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Explore New Jersey

Your source for everything happening in the Garden State. Enjoy live music year-round, skiing, hiking, beaches, rivers, and mountains. Explore New Jersey’s wine scene by visiting top wineries and vineyards offering award-winning wines. Check out reviews and photos of the best places to sip and sample. Love beer? Discover New Jersey’s breweries — currently home to 123 licensed breweries — and explore the highest-rated beers brewed in the state.

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