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New Jersey’s Best Beachfront Playgrounds, Where the Sand Meets the Swing Set

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New Jersey's coastline offers something genuinely rare among East Coast beach destinations, a real concentration of playgrounds built directly on the sand or right alongside the boardwalk, giving parents a way to let kids burn off energy on the swings and slides while...

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Art & Culture

New Jersey’s Hidden Legacy in Photography: Ten Artists Who Shaped How the World Sees

New Jersey rarely gets credited as a cradle of...
Entertainment

New Jersey’s Family Water Park Resorts, From Boardwalk Suites to Mountain Alpine Adventures

New Jersey has quietly built one of the more...
Music

Split Level Concerts Returns to Ocean Grove for a Third Season, Pairing National Songwriters With Jersey Shore Local Talent

Split Level Concerts at the Jersey Shore Arts Center...
Politics

The Long Odds and Long Road of Justin Murphy’s Senate Campaign Against Cory Booker

Justin Murphy may well be running one of the...
Technology & Tech

New Jersey’s “Data Law” Actually Means Two Very Different Things, and Residents Should Know Both

Ask a New Jersey resident or business owner about...
Soccer

American Premier Soccer League Closes a Historic Season as the Largest Amateur Soccer Circuit in the Country

The American Premier Soccer League has officially closed out...
Philadelphia Phillies

Running on Fumes, The Phillies Need This All-Star Break as Philadelphia Hosts Its First All-Star Game in Three Decades

The Philadelphia Phillies are heading into the All-Star break...
Wine & Wineries

New Jersey’s Wine Scene Heats Up for Summer, From a World Cup-Themed Winery Campaign to a Third Wine Dad’s Location

New Jersey's wine industry is having a genuinely eventful...
Philadelphia Flyers

Inside the Flyers’ Wild Offseason: A Record Offer Sheet, Two Franchise Extensions, and a Rebuild Accelerating Fast

Philadelphia Flyers general manager Danny Briere has turned this...
Beer & Breweries

New Jersey’s Beer and Brewery Report: Sourstock’s Fifth Anniversary Headlines a Packed Mid-July Calendar

New Jersey's craft beer scene is firing on every...
Jersey Shore

New Jersey’s Best Beachfront Playgrounds, Where the Sand Meets the Swing Set

New Jersey's coastline offers something genuinely rare among East Coast beach destinations, a real concentration of playgrounds built directly on the...
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Soccer

American Premier Soccer League Closes a Historic Season as the Largest Amateur Soccer Circuit in the Country

The American Premier Soccer League has officially closed out its 2025/2026 season by claiming a genuinely significant title within American amateur athletics, becoming the largest USASA-affiliated amateur adult soccer league anywhere in the country. That...
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Philadelphia Phillies

Running on Fumes, The Phillies Need This All-Star Break as Philadelphia Hosts Its First All-Star Game in Three Decades

The Philadelphia Phillies are heading into the All-Star break looking like a team that has been running on pure fumes for weeks, and after the grueling stretch that culminated in this past Monday's marathon of...
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Philadelphia Flyers

Inside the Flyers’ Wild Offseason: A Record Offer Sheet, Two Franchise Extensions, and a Rebuild Accelerating Fast

Philadelphia Flyers general manager Danny Briere has turned this offseason into one of the more aggressive rebuilding efforts anywhere in the NHL, headlined by a genuinely historic offer sheet gamble aimed at Anaheim Ducks restricted...
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Entertainment

Greens and Grains Continues Its South Jersey Takeover, One Plant-Based Storefront at a Time

Greens and Grains has quietly built itself into one of South Jersey's most recognizable names in plant-based dining, growing from a...
Art & Culture

New Jersey’s Hidden Legacy in Photography: Ten Artists Who Shaped How the World Sees

New Jersey rarely gets credited as a cradle of visual art, yet a remarkable number of the most influential photographers in...
Entertainment

Greens and Grains Continues Its South Jersey Takeover, One Plant-Based Storefront at a Time

Greens and Grains has quietly built itself into one...
Music

Split Level Concerts Returns to Ocean Grove for a Third Season, Pairing National Songwriters With Jersey Shore Local Talent

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Wine & Wineries

New Jersey’s Wine Scene Heats Up for Summer, From a World Cup-Themed Winery Campaign to a Third Wine Dad’s Location

New Jersey's wine industry is having a genuinely eventful...
Entertainment

New Jersey’s Live Entertainment Calendar Explodes This Week, From Opera to Hip-Hop Legends and Everything Between

New Jersey's live entertainment scene rarely slows down in...
Beer & Breweries

New Jersey’s Craft Beer Scene Goes Into Overdrive This Weekend, From Brewery Anniversaries to a South Jersey Comeback

New Jersey's craft beer community has packed an unusually...
Crafts & Maker Spaces

Celebrate Women’s Equality Day at Historic Paulsdale as New Jersey Honors the Legacy of Alice Paul with an Inspiring Community Festival

Every August, New Jersey has an opportunity to celebrate...
Beer & Breweries

A New Jersey Singer-Songwriter Taking a Break From National Touring Is Playing a Brewery Named for Drowned Silos. Here Is Why Both Are Worth...

The name Sunken Silo Brew Works has a story...
Books & Literature

The Co-Founder of New York’s Most Storied Music Club Is Coming to Montclair to Tell Its Story

There is a specific kind of grief that attaches...
Music

Orange, New Jersey’s Fifth Annual Jazz, Health and Food Truck Festival Brings Houston Person, Nat Adderley Jr., and a Full Day of Live Music...

The park at the corner of South Center Street...
Music

A New Jersey $50 Million Archive Just Opened. A PBS Special Explains Why Springsteen’s Music Made It Necessary.

The Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music opened to...
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Wine & Wineries

New Jersey’s Wine Scene Heats Up for Summer, From a World Cup-Themed Winery Campaign to a Third Wine Dad’s Location

New Jersey's wine industry is having a genuinely eventful summer, with new product launches, a sustainability-focused pilot program, a fresh winery opening at the...
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Boutiques

Uncovering Coastal Cool: Fashion Along the Jersey Shore

The Jersey Shore conjures images of sun-drenched beaches, boardwalks bustling with activity, and a carefree atmosphere that beckons visitors year-round. But beyond its scenic...
Boutiques

Discovering Suburban Sophistication: Fashion in Princeton

Nestled amidst tree-lined streets and historic architecture, Princeton exudes an air of understated elegance and sophistication. Home to one of the country's most prestigious...
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Exploring the Urban Chic Fashion Scene in Jersey City

Jersey City, often overshadowed by its neighbor across the river, New York City, boasts a thriving fashion scene all its own. With its diverse...
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The Comedy Scene in New Jersey: A Rising Star in Stand-Up Comedy

New Jersey may be known as the Garden State, but it's also becoming increasingly known as a hotbed for stand-up comedy. With a thriving...
Business

The Hilarious History of Stand-Up Comedy in New Jersey

Stand-up comedy has a long and storied history in New Jersey, with the Garden State playing host to some of the biggest names in...
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A Night of Laughter at the Stress Factory Comedy Club

It's a Friday night in New Brunswick, and the air is buzzing with excitement as comedy fans line up outside the Stress Factory Comedy...
Entertainment

Rising Stars: The Next Generation of New Jersey Comedians

In a small, dimly lit comedy club in Hoboken, a group of aspiring comedians takes to the stage, eager to make their mark on...
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The Stars of the Stage: Celebrating Actors from New Jersey

The Stars of the Stage: Celebrating Actors from New Jersey New Jersey has long been a breeding ground for talent in the world of theater,...
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Broadway Musicals Bring the Magic of the Great White Way to New Jersey

New Jersey may not be synonymous with Broadway, but the state boasts a vibrant theater scene that often features touring productions of some of...
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Theatres in New Jersey: A Cultural Treasure Trove

New Jersey is home to a diverse array of theaters, ranging from historic landmarks to contemporary performance spaces, each offering its own unique charm...
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Broadway Plays and Musicals: Bringing the Magic of the Great White Way to New Jersey

While New York City may be the epicenter of Broadway, residents of New Jersey are fortunate to have easy access to some of the...
Entertainment

The Rich History of Theatre in New Jersey

New Jersey has a long and storied history when it comes to theatre, with a tradition that dates back centuries. From the early days...
Law & Order

The Legacy of Senator Lesniak: Reflections on a Lifetime of Public Service

As Senator Raymond Lesniak reflects on a lifetime of public service, he leaves behind a legacy of leadership, integrity, and advocacy that has left...
Legislation

The Political Landscape: Navigating New Jersey’s Complex Political Terrain

New Jersey's political landscape is as diverse and dynamic as the state itself, with a rich tapestry of personalities, parties, and power dynamics shaping...
Law & Order

Governor Murphy’s Second Term: Challenges and Opportunities Ahead

As Governor Phil Murphy embarks on his second term in office, he faces a host of challenges and opportunities that will shape the future...
Law & Order

A Legacy of Leadership: The Political Career of Senator Raymond Lesniak

Senator Raymond Lesniak: A Champion for Animal Welfare and Nosey's Law In the realm of animal welfare advocacy, few figures stand as prominently as Senator...
Cutting Edge

Phil Murphy’s Journey: From Wall Street to the Governor’s Mansion

Phil Murphy's rise to prominence in New Jersey politics is a testament to both his ambition and his commitment to public service. Born and...
Business

Open Daily: The Convenience of Accessing Cannabis in New Jersey

With the recent legalization of recreational cannabis in New Jersey, dispensaries are now open daily, providing customers with convenient access to their favorite cannabis...
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Parsippany Agency Launches Commingle360, a New Weapon Against the Hospitality Industry’s Online Reputation Problem

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World Cup 2026

New Jersey Throws Open Its Doors for World Cup Quarterfinal Day, With Four Major Watch Parties Across the State

World Cup fever has taken firm hold of New...
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Inside the Devils’ Three-Goalie Gamble, and the Locker Room Culture Sunny Mehta Is Building Around It

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Podcasts & Broadcasts

Matt Rooney Joins Joe Piscopo to Relive His Debate Win and Take Aim at Sherrill’s Budget

Matt Rooney sat down with Joe Piscopo on Wednesday...
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The New Jersey Devils’ Summer Keeps Moving: Steeves and Malek Signed, Nemec Officially Gone, Hayton Decision Due Thursday, and Dylan Larkin’s Name Circulating

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Construction

A New York-Founded Construction Firm With Deep New Jersey Roots Has Earned Its 2026 Great Place To Work Certification

JRM Construction Management, the general contracting and construction management...
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Target’s Summer Goals Tour Wraps Up Its National Run at the Clifton, New Jersey Store

Target is closing out its cross-country World Cup celebration...
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New Jersey Devils

Devils GM Sunny Mehta Keeps Swinging, Tendering an Offer Sheet to Utah’s Barrett Hayton While Locking Down a Wave of Roster Pieces

New Jersey Devils general manager Sunny Mehta has spent...
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Agriculture & Farming

Why New Jersey Closed Its Hemp Loophole, and Why a Retired Newark Police Commander Wants Congress to Keep It Shut

New Jersey has spent the past two years methodically...
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Boutiques

New Jersey Has Become One of America’s Premier Bridal Destinations—and Here’s Why More Brides Are Saying Yes to the Garden State

Every wedding begins with a vision. Long before the...
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Film & TV

How Local Governments Are Quietly Powering New Jersey’s Film Boom, According to Clinton Mayor Janice Kovach

New Jersey's film and television industry has been on...
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Entertainment

Greens and Grains Continues Its South Jersey Takeover, One Plant-Based Storefront at a Time

Greens and Grains has quietly built itself into one...
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Art & Culture

New Jersey’s Hidden Legacy in Photography: Ten Artists Who Shaped How the World Sees

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Kids / Children

New Jersey’s Kids Online Safety Push Gains Momentum, Anchored by the Kids Code Act and a Parallel Federal Effort

New Jersey lawmakers are advancing a genuinely significant legislative...
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Business

Clifton’s Better Team USA Corp. Advances as a National Semifinalist in the SBA’s Freedom 250 Patriot Pitch Competition

A luxury outerwear manufacturer based in Clifton has earned...
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Politics

Inside the Fight for New Jersey’s Republican Future: Bramnick and Rooney Offer Two Very Different Roads Back to Relevance

New Jersey's Republican Party has spent more than a...
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Real Estate

Newark Moves to Simplify Its Landmark Process, Opening a Path to Protect More of the City’s Historic Buildings

Newark may be on the verge of making it...
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Business

BASF’s Next Global Move Begins in New Jersey as Aerospace Partnership Expands International Reach

For many Americans, the BASF name brings back memories...
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Food & Beverage

Bergen County Entrepreneur Brings a Single-Ingredient Maple Water to New Jersey Store Shelves

A Bergen County entrepreneur is putting a genuinely simple...
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Politics

The Long Odds and Long Road of Justin Murphy’s Senate Campaign Against Cory Booker

Justin Murphy may well be running one of the...
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Weather Report

New Jersey’s Utilities Complete a Historic Power Restoration Effort After Record Heat and a Brutal Storm Weekend

New Jersey's utility companies have spent the past several...
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Theater & Stage

New Jersey Has a Greek Amphitheater Built by Nuns in 1932. Every Summer, Shakespeare Is Performed There Under the Stars.

Two Convent Road in Morris Township is not the...
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Wine & Wineries

83 New Jersey Restaurants Honored in Wine Spectator’s 2026 Restaurant Awards

New Jersey's dining scene turned in a historic showing...
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Weather Report

Governor Sherrill Visits Morris County Emergency Operations as 20,000 JCP&L Customers Remain Without Power

The acute phase of New Jersey's most damaging weather...
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Business

New Jersey Business Report: Women Influencer Honors, an Executive Promotion, and a Warning Sign in the State’s Competitiveness Rankings

New Jersey's business community had plenty to talk about...
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Real Estate

A New Toll Brothers Community in Manalapan Is Accepting Lottery Applications for 96 Affordable Rentals Through August 3

Toll Brothers, the luxury homebuilder whose Monmouth County projects...
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Education

For the First Time in Its History, Teach For America New Jersey Is Inducting a Class in the State Capital. The Timing Matters.

Teach For America New Jersey held its summer induction...
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Law & Order

A Judge Overrides Camden’s Unanimous Vote, Clearing EMR Recycling to Reopen Despite a City United Against It

Camden's yearslong battle with EMR Recycling has reached a...
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Construction

ShopAppliances Expands New Jersey Operations with New 90,000-Square-Foot Essex County Warehouse to Support Continued Growth

The future of appliance retail continues moving toward faster...
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Agriculture & Farming

How Allaire Community Farm Became One of New Jersey’s Most Inspiring Places for Healing, Hope, and Community

There are countless farms across New Jersey where visitors...
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Local History & Landmarks

Morris County Commemorates the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with a Historic Public Reading That Echoed Across New Jersey and the Nation

On the evening of July 8, 2026, history was...
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Weather Report

A Brief Reprieve Gives Way to New Jersey’s Next Round of Severe Storms as Thursday Threatens Fresh Flash Flooding

New Jersey residents finally caught their breath on Wednesday...
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Local History & Landmarks

Morris Museum Hosts Public Screening of “The Worst Winter of the Revolution,” Revisiting Jockey Hollow’s Brutal 1779-80 Encampment

Morris County is preparing to revisit one of the...
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