MUSIC

Anyone who grew up in New Jersey during a certain stretch of the late 1970s and early 1980s probably has some version of this...

New Jersey has always produced performers who know how to command a stage. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O1HfDPhG0mw Now Paramus native Jake Thistle is proving that point on national television. The Season 24 contestant has quickly emerged as one of the most talked-about voices on American Idol, advancing through the first stage of Hollywood Week and drawing significant praise from the judging panel — including a powerful endorsement from Luke Bryan. “You’re so ready for this… let me go win this thing,” Bryan told Thistle after his most recent performance. For New Jersey’s music community, that moment landed. The Audition That Put Paramus on the Map When Thistle first appeared on the February 16, 2026 episode, he chose “Can’t Find My Way Home” by Blind Faith...

This delightful event invites pet enthusiasts and their furry companions to partake in a day of festivities, community engagement, and support for a noble cause. ​BringFido The Ocean Grove Easter Pet Parade, originally slated for an earlier date, has been rescheduled to Saturday, April 19, 2025. Event Details: Date: Saturday, April 19, 2025​ Time: 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM​BringFido Location: Fireman's Park, Mt Hermon Way, Ocean Grove, NJ​BringFido Admission: $10 per pet family; spectators can join free of charge​BringFido Beneficiary: Proceeds will benefit Rescue Ridge Animal Rescue​BringFido Event Highlights: Parade: A procession where pets don their finest Easter attire, showcasing creativity and community spirit.​BringFido Contests: Categories include Best Costume, Best Float (stroller/wagon), and more, with prizes awaiting the winners.​BringFido Activities: Enjoy environmental-themed crafts, green vendor markets,...