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New Jersey Is Paying Millions to Keep Grandfathers Behind Bars Who Will Never Commit Another Crime

A 78-year-old man in failing health costs New Jersey taxpayers up to two million dollars a year to keep locked up. He poses almost...

Theater & Stage

Collingswood Is Handing Its Historic Theater Over to Camden County, and the Reason Is Purely About Money

A 1931 theater with some of the best acoustics in South Jersey is about to get a new landlord, and the whole thing started...

Weather Report

One Nice Day Before More Swamp Air

The days of deluge rain finally ended yesterday resulting in today: not as much humidity, a reasonable 82, and little rain in the forecast....

Politics

Congress Is Now Demanding Answers on New Jersey’s Noncitizen Voter Rolls, With a Deadline Set for August 17

Four members of Congress want every document New Jersey has on how 6,600 noncitizens ended up registered to vote. The state disclosed the error...

New Jersey Resources

Five Morris County Towns Just Got Paid to Fix Their Recycling Problem

The Morris County Municipal Utilities Authority handed out $1,500 grants to five municipalities this year, funding everything from food waste pickup pilots to cameras...

Weather Report

Water Rescues, Highway Shutdowns, and Rising Water Across New Jersey Right Now

The storm forecasters warned about this weekend arrived exactly as predicted, and then some. Up to four inches of rain fell across parts of...

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A Dangerous, Slow-Moving Storm Is About to Park Itself Over All of New Jersey

This isn't a passing summer shower. A saturated atmosphere colliding with a stalled storm system means the entire state is under a Flash Flood...

Law & Order

A Mother Was Handcuffed at a School Board Meeting. Two Months Later, the Case Fell Apart Completely.

Emily Pecot went to a Jersey City Board of Education meeting in May to push for better special education services for her daughter. She...

Books & Literature

Harlan Coben Is Trading Plot Twists for the Truth, and He’s Doing It All Over New Jersey

The state's best-known thriller writer is stepping away from fiction for the first time, and he's launching the book, appropriately, in the exact suburban...

News

Four Stories Out of Trenton Right Now That Actually Touch Your Wallet, Your Coverage, and Your Ballot

Medicaid paperwork, a record state budget, calls for voting reform, and a genuine Hollywood East moment. NJ Spotlight News has been tracking all four...

Education

Four New Jersey Schools Betting That Character Building Matters as Much as the Transcript

Ask a New Jersey parent what actually sold them on a school and the answer rarely starts with test scores anymore. It starts with...

Food & Beverage

New Jersey Just Made You Ask for Your Fork, and the State Is Genuinely Split on Whether That’s Reasonable

Skip the Stuff flips the default on takeout utensils, napkins, and condiment packets from automatic to opt-in. Supporters call it overdue waste reduction. Critics...

Local History & Landmarks

A Survivor’s 15-Mile Walk to Freedom Now Funds Holocaust Education in Classrooms Nationwide

The Mark Schonwetter Holocaust Education Foundation just opened its 2026-2027 grant cycle, putting real funding behind the exact classrooms most likely to be told...

Film & TV

Kevin Smith Just Told New Jersey the Truth About Its Own Hollywood Boom

The Clerks director sat down with host Joanna Gagis to talk about the state's rise as Hollywood East, and true to form, he didn't...

Business

New Jersey’s Fastest-Growing Economic Engine Isn’t a Company. It’s a Community.

A new op-ed lays out the numbers plainly, and they're hard to argue with. Latino population growth is filling labor gaps, launching businesses at...

Politics

No, Sherrill Isn’t Handing Out Free Lawyers to 6,600 Noncitizen Voters, but the Real Story Is Still Worth Knowing

A headline like that spreads fast precisely because it sounds outrageous enough to be memorable, and vague enough to be hard to pin down....

Weather Report

A Sticky, Sunny Weekend Gives Way to a Genuinely Unsettled Week

Saturday holds up fine across the Garden State, but a slow-moving system arriving Sunday night kicks off a stretch of rain, thunderstorms, and real...

Health & Wellness

The Newark Company Called RPM Just Went to Washington to Defend What RPM Actually Means

RPM Healthcare is headquartered right here in Newark, with an active office in Fair Lawn, and its name overlaps almost perfectly with the medical...

Business

What a Real Commercial Cleaning Program Actually Covers

JAN-PRO of Northern New Jersey runs on a color-coded system built specifically to stop cross-contamination before it starts, the same logic hospitals rely on,...

Technology & Tech

Knack Systems Just Joined the World’s Largest Alliance of Elite SAP Partners

A New Jersey-rooted consulting firm now has direct access to on-the-ground tech expertise in over 100 countries, and the reverse is true too. Knack...

Philadelphia Flyers Struggle in Back-to-Back Losses Against Lightning, Look to Regroup on the Road

The Philadelphia Flyers faced a challenging weekend on home ice, dropping consecutive games to the Tampa Bay Lightning and...

Animals & Wildlife

Environmental Advocates and Fishermen Unite to Challenge Empire Wind Project

In a bold move to protect marine life and coastal communities, a coalition of environmental groups and commercial fishermen...

Politics

New Jersey Sat Out Trump’s Great American State Fair. Cape May County Showed Up Anyway. Here Is What Happened.

America's 250th birthday arrived with the ambition of a World's Fair and the execution of a county fair that...

Boutiques

Dispensaries

Exploring New Jersey's Flourishing Cannabis Dispensary Scene: A Comprehensive Guide As cannabis legalization continues to sweep across the United States,...

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2024 Sunset Jazz Series at Wiggins Park

The Sunset Jazz Series at Wiggins Park, along the Camden City waterfront, promises a melodic journey through the summer...

Central Jersey

Service Areas

New Jersey Parkway Service Areas & New Jersey Turnpike Service Areas New Jersey Turnpike Service Areas John Fenwick Service Area (Northbound)Named...

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New Jersey Division of Travel and Tourism (NJTT)

New Jersey Tourism Research and Insights - Discover the Pulse of Tourism in the Garden State The New Jersey Division...

Entertainment

Summer Parks Concert Series for 2024

The Camden County Board of Commissioners is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated return of the Summer Parks Concert...

Books & Literature

Cooperative Marketing Grant Program

New Jersey Travel & Tourism Grants: Cooperative Marketing and Destination Marketing Opportunities The New Jersey Division of Travel & Tourism...

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Welcome & Visitor Information Centers

Discover New Jersey Through Its Welcome & Visitor Information Centers Traveling to a new destination often comes with questions, decisions,...

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New Egypt Speedway

New Egypt Speedway is Where Racing Excitement Hits High Gear Nestled in the heart of New Jersey's countryside lies a...

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Diners

Exploring Flavor: New Jersey Restaurants on 'Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives'. Below are the New Jersey restaurants that were on...

Art & Culture

New Jersey State Botanical Garden at Skylands Elevates Art, Landscape, and History into One of the State’s Most Immersive Cultural Destinations

Set within the rolling terrain of the Ramapo Mountains in Ringwood, the New Jersey State Botanical Garden stands as...

Animals & Wildlife

Lunch at Off the Beaten Path in New Jersey at Hidden Culinary Gems

While New Jersey is known for its iconic eateries in bustling cities and popular towns, the true treasures often...

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Wall Stadium Speedway

Experience the Thrills of Stock Car Racing at Wall Stadium Speedway For over seven decades, Wall Stadium Speedway has been...

Entertainment

The Ultimate New Jersey Summer Guide: Nearly 180 Incredible Activities, Adventures, Cruises, Attractions, and Family Experiences Across the Garden State

Summer in New Jersey is unlike summer anywhere else in America. Few states can offer the sheer variety of experiences...

Bars

Sports Bars

The Ultimate Guide to the Coolest Sports Bars in New Jersey New Jersey is not only known for its stunning...

Film & TV

Delsea Drive-In Theatre Reopens for 2026 Season, Preserving New Jersey’s Cinematic Legacy Under the Stars

New Jersey’s place in film history is not just a matter of production credits or studio investments—it is foundational....

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Red Bull Arena is A Modern Marvel in the Heart of New Jersey

Nestled along the Passaic River in Harrison, New Jersey, stands the magnificent Red Bull Arena, a state-of-the-art soccer stadium...

Fire & Police

Collingswood Teen to Stand Trial as Adult in Mount Ephraim Homicide Case

A South Jersey tragedy is moving forward in the courts with serious legal weight. A Collingswood teenager, 17-year-old Luke...

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Bridgeport Motorsports Park

Experience the Thrills of Racing at Bridgeport Motorsports Park: The Kingdom of Speed Located in Logan Township, Gloucester County, New...

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Events coming up in New Jersey

View All Events in New Jersey Here! Here are some exciting events coming to New Jersey: Upcoming Events in New...

Business

Vegetarian Journal’s Guide to Vegetarian and Vegan Restaurants in New Jersey, The Top Veggie Joints in NJ are Listed Here!

New Jersey is home to a vibrant and diverse food scene, and the vegetarian and vegan community is no...

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Ice Cream

Your Ultimate Guide to New Jersey's Sweetest Scoops: A Tour of Our Favorite Ice Cream Havens There’s something undeniably magical...

Books & Literature

Hotels & Lodging

New Jersey offers a variety of lodging options, ranging from luxury resorts to unique inns, family-friendly hotels, and rustic...

Music

Camden County’s 2026 Twilight Concert Series Turns Cooper River Park Into One of New Jersey’s Biggest Free Summer Music Destinations

Every summer, New Jersey proves once again that some of the state’s most memorable live music experiences are not...

Film & TV

Paramount Secures Major Production Hub at 1888 Studios in Bayonne, Boosting New Jersey’s Film and TV Industry

Bayonne, NJ — In a transformative move for New Jersey’s entertainment landscape, 1888 Studios, a cutting-edge 1.6 million square-foot...

Agriculture & Farming

New Jersey Farmers Market Season 2026 Begins: The Garden State’s Most Anticipated Outdoor Tradition Returns

As April unfolds across New Jersey, a familiar and highly anticipated transition is underway—one that signals not just a...

Central Jersey

2024 Special Olympics New Jersey Summer Games

Special Olympics New Jersey Summer Games Set to Ignite The College of New Jersey this Week! Ewing, NJ – The...

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Mystery Drones Spotted Over New Jersey

Authorities in Morris County, New Jersey, are investigating reports of unauthorized drone activity after multiple large drones were spotted...

Music

Bruce Springsteen, Jon Bon Jovi, Kenny Chesney and an All-Star Lineup Set to Define a Historic Moment at Monmouth University’s “Music America” Concert Series

New Jersey is preparing to take center stage in a way that reflects not only its cultural identity, but...

Wine & Wineries

Terhune Orchards in Princeton Welcomes Visitors for Fall and Winter Wine, Music, and Family Fun

Princeton’s Terhune Orchards Vineyard & Winery is celebrating the changing seasons with an array of festive events and activities,...

Entertainment

The Golden Retriever Experience: Opening Day at Camp Goldie — A Tail-Wagging Event You Can’t Miss in New Jersey📍 Millstone, NJ

Sunday, July 27, 2025 | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Dog lovers of New Jersey, get ready for the...

Boutiques

Exploring the Unique Charm while Shopping at the 30 Top Boutiques in New Jersey

Amidst the bustling streets and vibrant neighborhoods of New Jersey lie hidden gems waiting to be discovered by fashion...

Boutiques

The Best Yoga Studios in New Jersey

Are you searching for a sanctuary of serenity in the Garden State? Look no further than the thriving yoga...

News

New Jersey Has the Second-Highest UFO Sighting Density in the Country. Here Is the Real Explanation.

New Mexico has its desert mythology and its Roswell legacy. Nevada has Area 51 and the empty basin and...

Jersey Shore

Belmar Beach 2026 Is Ready for Summer: The Complete Explore New Jersey Visitor Guide to Beach Tags, Parking, Boardwalk Life, Festivals, Dining, and the...

There are certain places along the Jersey Shore that never lose their identity no matter how much changes around...

Central Jersey

Film Festivals in New Jersey: A Celebration of Cinema

New Jersey boasts a vibrant film scene, with a plethora of film festivals celebrating diverse voices, stories, and cinematic...

Music

Monday Nights Come Alive: Jazz, Jam Sessions, and More at Brightside Tavern in Jersey City

Jersey City’s music and nightlife scene has a hidden gem that comes alive every Monday night. Brightside Tavern, located...

Entertainment

New Jersey Is Lighting Up the Sky Like Never Before for America’s 250th Birthday Over This 2026 Fourth of July!

There has never been a Fourth of July quite like this one in New Jersey, and that is not...

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The Phenomenon of Fireballs: Origins, Significance, and Recent Celestial Events

Fireballs: A Captivating Natural Phenomenon Fireballs, also known as bolides, are a fascinating and captivating natural phenomenon that has captured...

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Pro Series: Scene Study

Unlocking the Craft at the Pro Series Scene Study with Rakesh Palisetty Calling all aspiring actors aged 14-18! Are you...

Business

Lighthouse International Film Festival

The 2024 Lighthouse International Film Festival (LIFF) takes place June 5-9, on beautiful Long Beach Island. In addition to watching...

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A Bronx Tale, The One Man Show Starring Chazz Palminteri

Chazz Palminteri, the Bronx-born and raised actor and writer, brought his powerful story, "A Bronx Tale," to life in...

Entertainment

Memorial Day Weekend 2026 in New Jersey Is Shaping Up as One of the State’s Biggest Celebrations of Summer, Community, Music, and American Tradition

Every year, Memorial Day Weekend arrives carrying two distinct identities across New Jersey at the exact same time. It is...

Entertainment

Thomas Edison’s Film Legacy in New Jersey

New Jersey's contributions to film and television are vast and varied, with a rich history that continues to influence...

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Boys Lacrosse Top 20 and schedule for the week beginning May 6

As the lacrosse season unfolds with its thrilling victories and unexpected upsets, the Boys Lacrosse Top 20 rankings for...

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