New Jersey’s Ultimate Spring Weekend: A Statewide Surge of Culture, Cannabis, Music, and Family Experiences Defines April 18–20, 2026

As spring reaches full stride across New Jersey, the weekend of April 18 through April 20, 2026 is emerging as one of the most densely packed and culturally diverse stretches on the state’s calendar. From large-scale Earth Day celebrations and immersive family programming...

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Bolivia vs. Scotland Set for High-Stakes “Road to 26” Showdown at Sports Illustrated Stadium

New Jersey’s role in the global soccer landscape continues...

New Jersey’s Ultimate Spring Weekend: A Statewide Surge of Culture, Cannabis, Music, and Family Experiences Defines April 18–20, 2026

As spring reaches full stride across New Jersey, the weekend of April 18 through April 20, 2026 is emerging as one...
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Sports

Flyers Rise, Devils Reset, and the Metropolitan Divide Sharpens as the 2025–26 NHL Regular Season Closes

The 2025–26 NHL regular season closed on April 16 with a familiar truth and a newly sharpened contrast in the Metropolitan Division: one team found its identity at exactly the right time, while another spent...

Bolivia vs. Scotland Set for High-Stakes “Road to 26” Showdown at Sports Illustrated Stadium

New Jersey’s role in the global soccer landscape continues to expand, and on Saturday, June 6, 2026, that evolution takes center stage in Harrison. Sports Illustrated Stadium will host an international friendly between Bolivia and...

Rutgers Football Elevates Homecoming to a National Stage as Defending Champion Indiana Headlines a Defining 2026 Showdown at SHI Stadium

Rutgers football is no longer scheduling seasons—it is shaping moments. On Saturday, October 3, 2026, the Scarlet Knights will host one of the most consequential Homecoming matchups in program history, welcoming Indiana to SHI Stadium...

Entertainment

Allenhurst Beach Club: The Jersey Shore’s Most Exclusive Oceanfront Experience Blending Historic Prestige with Modern Coastal Living

Along the storied coastline of Monmouth County, where the Atlantic meets some of New Jersey’s most architecturally refined seaside communities, the...

Flyers Rise, Devils Reset, and the Metropolitan Divide Sharpens as the 2025–26 NHL Regular Season Closes

The 2025–26 NHL regular season closed on April 16 with a familiar truth and a newly sharpened contrast in the Metropolitan...

Syd Millevoi Heads Into The Voice Live Semifinals on Monday as Stakes Reach Their Highest Point

New Jersey’s presence on the national entertainment stage continues...

Food & Beverage

Inside New Jersey’s Largest Hunger Relief Network: How the Community FoodBank of New Jersey Is Redefining Food Access, Workforce Development, and Community Impact in...

Across New Jersey, where the conversation around food and beverage often centers on culinary innovation, restaurant culture, and the evolving dining economy, there is...

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Breaking New Ice: How Elle Hartje’s New Role Is Rewriting Hockey’s Future Across New Jersey

A new chapter in New Jersey’s hockey story officially began this week, and it carries meaning far beyond one team, one league, or one...

Historic Toy and Train Collection Shatters Expectations at New Jersey Auction, Surpassing $1.6 Million

Rare European masterpieces, early Marklin treasures and museum-quality mechanical toys ignite national attention at Bertoia’s landmark December sale A remarkable private collection of antique toys...

Brick by Brick, History Comes Alive in Morristown as Families Reimagine the American Revolution for a New Generation

In a ballroom filled with color, concentration, and quiet bursts of excitement, Morris County transformed a milestone in American history into something families could...

Grinding for Answers in Newark as Devils’ Defensive Stand Still Can’t Mask a Growing Scoring Crisis

The New Jersey Devils returned to Prudential Center on Thursday night hoping a tighter structure, a simplified game plan, and a renewed sense of...

New Jersey Renews the Push to End Clock Changes as Lawmakers Weigh Permanent Time Options

Garden State leaders revive the long-running fight over daylight saving and standard time, setting the stage for a national decision that could finally end...

Last Stand Before the Olympic Pause: Devils and Islanders Collide in a High-Stakes Newark Showdown

With postseason dreams fading and the league about to go dark for the Winter Games, New Jersey faces a defining night against a familiar...

How Allan Rohan Crite’s Neighborhood Vision Comes Home to New Jersey

A new exhibition at the Zimmerli Art Museum at Rutgers–New Brunswick is bringing a powerful New Jersey story back into focus—one rooted not in...

All Aboard History: Morristown Families Step Into Lincoln’s Secret Journey at Macculloch Hall

This Presidents’ Day weekend, one of Morristown’s most treasured historic sites is transforming into a living, breathing rail line of American history, inviting families...

How Dr. Elizabeth R. Henry’s New Book Is Rewriting the Playbook on Youth Trust and Connection

New Jersey has quietly become the launchpad for one of the most timely and emotionally resonant parenting and education books of the year, as...

New Jersey’s Health Economy at a Crossroads: Accountability, Innovation, and a New Wave of Patient-Centered Care

New Jersey has long been a national center of gravity for pharmaceutical research, medical innovation, and health-care leadership. This winter, that identity is being...

Puppy Bowl Fever Takes Over Jersey City as Liberty Science Center Hosts a Live, Tail-Wagging Celebration of America’s Favorite Canine Showdown

As Super Bowl Sunday approaches, one of New Jersey’s most family-friendly and heart-warming traditions is returning to Jersey City with a unique, interactive twist....

Championship Season Meets Signing Day in New Jersey as Winter High School Sports Hit Full Throttle Across the State

Early February has become one of the most electric moments on New Jersey’s high school sports calendar, and this week perfectly captures why. While...

New Jersey Revisits the Bicentennial as the State Museum Opens a Landmark ‘Spirit of ’76’ Exhibition for America’s 250th Birthday

As the nation prepares to mark its 250th birthday, New Jersey is choosing a deeply reflective and uniquely meaningful way to begin the Semiquincentennial...

Collingswood Fire Captain Sounds Alarm as Staffing Shortages Leave Crews Undermanned on Hundreds of Calls

Even with mandatory overtime, borough fire and EMS teams are falling short on one in five emergencies, raising urgent public safety concerns across South...

A Season at a Crossroads in Newark: Devils Return Home Searching for Answers, Urgency, and Identity Against the Islanders

The New Jersey Devils return to Prudential Center on Thursday night carrying far more than a box score into their matchup with the New...
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Blue Jackets Fall to Devils Behind Jake Allen’s 45 Saves

The Columbus Blue Jackets and New Jersey Devils met...

Rutgers Scarlet Knights 2025: A Strong Start with Big Ten Challenges Ahead

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New Jersey Real Estate & Development Update: Housing Market Trends and Major Construction Projects

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Alina Habba Steps Down as New Jersey’s Acting U.S. Attorney Following Court Ruling

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Film Festivals in New Jersey: A Celebration of Cinema

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Neptune Township Honors Heroes with Heartfelt Memorial Day Parade

Yesterday, Neptune Township came alive with patriotic spirit as...

North Plainfield Hispanic Heritage Festival Returns September 20, 2025

North Plainfield is gearing up for one of its...

Refractive Solutions Expands Laboratory Offerings with New Refractive Index Liquids and Immersion Oils

Refractive Solutions, a leading innovator in laboratory and microscopy...

Garden State Stars Shine on Olympic Ice as Team USA Hockey Dominates in Milan

New Jersey’s influence on the global hockey stage took...

New Jersey Devils Navigate Injuries and Offensive Struggles While Holding Their Own on the Road

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Students explore art, storytelling with artist-in-residence

This semester, TCNJ’s School of the Arts and...

Experience America’s Pastime: A BlueClaws Update and Exciting August Events!

Baseball season is in full swing at ShoreTown Ballpark,...

Historic Cranbury Farmland Secured Through Breakthrough State Agreement

Cranbury’s long-protected agricultural heartland will continue to thrive after...

First Commerce Bank Partners with Vikar to Digitize Account Opening and Streamline KYC

New Jersey’s banking sector is embracing innovation, and First...

New Jersey’s 2025 Holiday Season Brings Lights, Festivities, and Family Fun Across the Garden State

As the 2025 holiday season approaches, New Jersey transforms...

Stew Leonard’s Clifton Unveils a Summer of Family Fun and Flavor

Stew Leonard’s Clifton, nestled in the heart of the...

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Chamber of Commerce to host President’s Gala on Feb. 28 – Star News Group

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Monmouth County Green Spaces to Receive $6 Million in Upgrades

Monmouth County is taking a significant step toward enhancing...

Explore New Jersey Summer Nights and Family Fun at ShoreTown Ballpark!

As the heart of summer heats up, so does...