Monmouth University basketball fans planning their winter game calendar are being reminded of an important scheduling update involving the Hawks and their Coastal Athletic...

From October 9 through 16, Battleship New Jersey is hosting a week of extraordinary events, immersive exhibits, and one-of-a-kind ship tours to honor the United States Navy and Marine Corps’ 250th anniversary. Visitors will have the chance to explore modern naval vessels, participate in family-friendly activities, and engage with living history aboard America’s most decorated battleship. This milestone celebration shines a spotlight on our nation’s maritime heritage and salutes military service members and veterans. USS Billings (LCS-15) Open for ToursDocked alongside Battleship New Jersey, the USS Billings, a Freedom-class littoral combat ship, is open for free public visits from October 10–15. Guests can explore this cutting-edge vessel and learn about its role in today’s Navy. For...

New Jersey has always been fertile ground for grassroots sports, but a new skill-based game arriving in early 2026 is quickly carving out a place alongside cornhole, pickleball, and bocce. Known as Target Ball, this versatile indoor-outdoor competition blends precision, strategy, and friendly rivalry into a format that is as welcoming to children as it is compelling for serious adult leagues. Unlike trend-driven activities that rely on specialized facilities, Target Ball thrives in everyday spaces. School gymnasiums, municipal turf fields, recreation centers, and even larger backyards can become fully functional courts with minimal setup. That accessibility is helping the game spread rapidly through communities looking for affordable, inclusive ways to get people moving and interacting again. At...