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Cooper Gristmill Reopens for 2026 Season: Experience New Jersey’s Living History at a Restored Water-Powered Landmark in Chester Township

New Jersey’s rich historical landscape comes vividly to life once again as the Cooper Gristmill prepares to reopen for the Spring 2026 season, welcoming...

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New Jersey’s Job Market Today See’s A Steady Course Amidst National Trends as the US Economy Added 139,000 Jobs

The latest national job numbers for May 2025 reveal a nuanced picture: the US economy added a respectable 139,000 jobs, slightly exceeding economists' expectations, while the unemployment rate held steady at 4.2% for the third consecutive month. This indicates a robust, yet possibly cooling, national labor market, especially considering the downward revisions of previous months' job figures. But how do these national trends resonate within the vibrant economy of the Garden State? For a deeper dive into all aspects of New Jersey life, including our economic landscape, be sure to explore https://explorenewjersey.org. New Jersey's Steady Labor Landscape in May 2025 New Jersey's labor market demonstrated continued stability in May 2025, according to preliminary estimates from the U.S. Bureau...

USS New Jersey and President Ronald Reagan: A President’s Day Reflection on Leadership, Legacy, and New Jersey’s Living History

On President’s Day, New Jersey’s deep connection to American history takes center stage through one of the most remarkable stories preserved within the state’s cultural landscape — the legacy of the USS New Jersey, the most decorated battleship in United States Navy history and a powerful symbol of leadership, resilience, and national service. Among the ship’s extraordinary milestones stands a singular moment that links New Jersey directly to the highest office in the nation. On December 28, 1982, USS New Jersey was recommissioned personally by President Ronald Reagan, making her the only American battleship ever commissioned by a sitting president. The historic ceremony marked not only a pivotal chapter in the vessel’s service but also a...