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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

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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

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

Split Level Concerts at the Jersey Shore Arts Center...
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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Cutting Edge

Dispensaries on Demand: How Drive-Through Services Are Changing the Cannabis Game

With the recent legalization of recreational cannabis in New Jersey, dispensaries are finding new and innovative ways to meet the needs of their customers....
Cutting Edge

A New Era of Cannabis: The Rise of Recreational Dispensaries in New Jersey

With the recent legalization of recreational cannabis in New Jersey, the state is poised to become a major player in the burgeoning cannabis industry....
Cutting Edge

The Green Wave: How New Jersey’s Recreational Cannabis Market is Changing the Game

With the recent legalization of recreational cannabis in New Jersey, the state's cannabis industry is experiencing a green wave of growth and innovation. From...
Cutting Edge

Navigating New Jersey’s Cannabis Landscape: A Guide to Recreational and Medical Dispensaries

With the recent legalization of recreational cannabis in New Jersey, the state's cannabis landscape has undergone a significant transformation. From bustling dispensaries to innovative...
Food & Beverage

A Culinary Melting Pot, Exploring New Jersey’s Diverse Restaurant Scene

From bustling urban eateries to cozy neighborhood cafes, New Jersey's restaurant scene is a culinary melting pot that reflects the state's rich cultural heritage...
Beer & Breweries

Cheers to the Animals at New Jersey’s Animal-Friendly Breweries and Wineries

For animal lovers in New Jersey, enjoying a cold beer or a glass of wine doesn't have to mean leaving your furry friends at...
Pizza

A Slice of Heaven: Exploring New Jersey’s Iconic Pizza Joints

New Jersey may be known as the Garden State, but it's also home to some of the best pizza in the country. From thin-crust...
Beer & Breweries

Sipping in Style: New Jersey’s Top Wineries and Breweries

Nestled amid rolling hills and picturesque vineyards, New Jersey's wineries and breweries offer a taste of the Garden State's finest libations. From award-winning wines...
Food & Beverage

From Farm to Table, Exploring New Jersey’s Thriving Food Scene

New Jersey's food scene is a vibrant tapestry woven from the state's rich agricultural heritage, diverse cultural influences, and innovative culinary talent. From the...
Entertainment

A Filmmaker’s Paradise: Exploring New Jersey’s Film-Friendly Policies and Incentives

New Jersey has long been known as a filmmaker's paradise, thanks in large part to the state's film-friendly policies and incentives that make it...
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A Look at New Jersey’s Rich Legacy of Film Studios

New Jersey has a rich legacy of film studios that dates back to the early days of cinema. From silent film studios to modern...
Film & TV

From the Silver Screen to the Shoreline: Exploring New Jersey’s Popular Filming Locations

From the gritty streets of Newark to the picturesque shorelines of the Jersey Shore, New Jersey offers a wealth of popular filming locations that...
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A Look Back at Iconic Films Filmed in the Garden State

New Jersey has served as the backdrop for countless iconic films throughout cinematic history, from gritty urban dramas to heartwarming comedies and everything in...
Entertainment

The Resurgence of Filming in New Jersey

In recent years, New Jersey has experienced a resurgence in filming, attracting productions from around the world eager to take advantage of the state's...
Music

The Beat Goes On: Exploring New Jersey’s Music Scene

From the gritty clubs of Asbury Park to the historic theaters of Newark, New Jersey has long been a hotbed of musical talent, boasting...
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Preserving the Past, Celebrating the Present: New Jersey’s Cultural Institutions

From historic landmarks to world-class museums, New Jersey is home to a wealth of cultural institutions that celebrate the state's rich heritage and diverse...
Art & Culture

The Arts in Action: How New Jersey’s Creative Community is Thriving

In the heart of New Jersey, a creative revolution is underway. From the studios of Trenton to the galleries of Asbury Park, the state's...
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The Vibrant Mosaic, Exploring New Jersey’s Rich Cultural Heritage

Nestled between the bustling metropolises of New York City and Philadelphia lies the Garden State, a vibrant mosaic of cultures, traditions, and artistic expressions....
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The Co-Founder of E! Entertainment and FX Built a New Jersey Self-Storage Empire. Now He Is Running It on Artificial Intelligence.

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

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Camden Absorbs Its Worst Flash Flooding in More Than a Decade After Three Inches Fall in One Hour

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Legislation

New Jersey Supreme Court Rules Newark Community Health Centers Is a Hospital, Not a Charity — and the Distinction Carries Real Legal Consequences

A New Jersey Supreme Court decision issued June 10...
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Podcasts & Broadcasts

The Introvert Sisters Add International Book Award Honors to a Breakout Year for Sharon Hurley Hall and Lisa Hurley

Sharon Hurley Hall and Lisa Hurley, the real-life sisters...
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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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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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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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New Jersey’s Live Entertainment Calendar Explodes This Week, From Opera to Hip-Hop Legends and Everything Between

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Education

New Jersey’s Record K-12 Education Funding Is Not Preventing Budget Shortfalls Across School Districts

New Jersey is investing more money in public education...
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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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HLW Taps Christopher Townsend and Erin Vasold to Co-Lead Its New Jersey Studio

Global architecture and design firm HLW has installed new...
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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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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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New Jersey’s Family Water Park Resorts, From Boardwalk Suites to Mountain Alpine Adventures

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Real Estate

A Hoboken AI Startup Is Trying to Replace Apartment Listings With a Rental Advisor That Understands What You Actually Mean

The apartment search process that most renters in the...
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Jersey Shore

A Whale Sank a New Jersey Fire Rescue Boat on the Fourth of July. It Is Not the First Time These Waters Have Produced...

At approximately 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 4, as...
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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...
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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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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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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

Meet the Rising Leaders NJBIZ Says New Jersey Should Be Watching Right Now

Every year, NJBIZ rolls out its widely followed People...
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Art & Culture

A New Jersey-Headquartered Hindu-American Organization Marked the Nation’s 250th Birthday Across the Country. Here Is What the Celebrations Looked Like.

As communities across the United States staged July 4...
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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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Podcasts & Broadcasts

Blairstown’s Frederick Butcher & Company Brings More Than Four Decades of Trusted Financial Leadership to New Jersey Businesses

New Jersey has long been home to accounting firms...
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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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MotorSports

A New Jersey Independent Film Shot at a South Jersey Racetrack Is Having Its World Premiere — at That Same South Jersey Racetrack

There is a specific kind of cinematic homecoming that...
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Books & Literature

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

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A California Custom Fabrication Studio Behind Immersive Brand Experiences Has Chosen Carlstadt for Its East Coast Expansion

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