HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS

High school athletics across New Jersey continue to deliver inspiring performances, community-driven initiatives, and championship-level competition as winter sports reach decisive moments and student-athletes...

Back-to-school season has always been one of the biggest moments in American retail, but in 2025, New Jersey families are hitting the stores — and their favorite online shopping carts — earlier than ever. With inflation, tariffs, and ongoing price uncertainty shaping consumer behavior, parents across the Garden State are finding new ways to stretch their dollars while still making sure their kids are ready for the year ahead. Why Shopping Started Early This Year A growing number of parents across the U.S. have already crossed off big chunks of their school lists by midsummer. According to industry surveys, nearly 70% of families began their back-to-school shopping in early July, far ahead of the traditional August rush....

The week of October 12, 2025, delivered an action-packed slate for New Jersey high school sports, with exciting football outcomes, the kickoff of county soccer and tennis tournaments, and fresh updates to state rankings capturing the attention of student-athletes, coaches, and fans alike. Football HeadlinesWeek 6 brought some thrilling gridiron battles across the state. Don Bosco Prep edged out St. Joseph (Mont.) 17-14 in overtime, capped by a game-winning field goal that kept their playoff hopes alive. Bernards extended its undefeated streak with a narrow victory over Summit, while Seton Hall Prep overcame a strong challenge from Pope John XXIII. In the WJFL, Overbrook dominated Camden Catholic, and Triton took down rival Highland, continuing a competitive...