Five Healthcare Stories Reshaping New Jersey Right Now

A new legal shield for reproductive and transgender care, a public worker insurance system actuaries say is in a genuine death spiral, and looming federal Medicaid changes are all colliding in New Jersey at once, alongside real new investment in rural clinics and...

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Collingswood Schools Head Back to Voters for a Third Time in Two Years, This Time Just to Keep the Lights On

The Collingswood Board of Education has unanimously placed a...

New Jersey Lost 25,600 Jobs in July. The State’s Own Labor Department Says Don’t Read Too Much Into the Number.

New Jersey's unemployment rate actually improved last month even...

A Former Corporate Campus in Somerset County Is Becoming a $200 Million Luxury Retirement Estate

Freehold based Distinctive Living has closed $84.7 million in...

New Jersey Symphony’s 2026-27 Season: From Pirates of the Caribbean to Rachmaninoff’s Final Bow

The orchestra's new season opens with movie music this...

Things to Do in New Jersey: August 20-26, 2026

Four nights of Bruno Mars at MetLife, a Count...

The Devils Spent the Summer Getting Bigger. Vegas Isn’t Fully Convinced Yet.

New general manager Sunny Mehta rebuilt the Devils' forward...

No-Churn Mango Sorbet: A 3-Ingredient Summer Fix

Frozen mango, fresh lime, and a drizzle of maple...

New Jersey Just Deleted 5,100 Voter Registrations. Here’s the Full Math Behind That Number.

A month after disclosing a software error that mistakenly...

Five Healthcare Stories Reshaping New Jersey Right Now

A new legal shield for reproductive and transgender care, a public worker insurance system actuaries say is in a genuine death...

New Jersey Symphony’s 2026-27 Season: From Pirates of the Caribbean to Rachmaninoff’s Final Bow

The orchestra's new season opens with movie music this...

Things to Do in New Jersey: August 20-26, 2026

Four nights of Bruno Mars at MetLife, a Count...

Hoboken Is Bringing Back a Festival Name Older Than Its Current One, and Moving It Straight to the Water

The River City Fair returns to Hoboken's waterfront on...

A 400-Foot Wall on Broad Street Now Tells the Story of Newark’s Women

The latest episode of NJ Spotlight News's "Painting Community" documentary series...

The Springsteen Center Wants You to Read His Lyrics Like Poetry, Not Just Sing Along

The Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music is launching...

ShopRite Turns 75, and Every Price Ends in .75 to Prove It

ShopRite is marking 75 years in business with two...

A Former Corporate Campus in Somerset County Is Becoming a $200 Million Luxury Retirement Estate

Freehold based Distinctive Living has closed $84.7 million in...

New Jersey Spends the Most on Schools in America. Why Do Critics Say Mississippi Is Catching Up?

New Jersey's school funding formula sends roughly $12 billion...
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Sports

The Devils Spent the Summer Getting Bigger. Vegas Isn’t Fully Convinced Yet.

New general manager Sunny Mehta rebuilt the Devils' forward depth around size and veteran experience this offseason, and single game tickets for the retooled roster go on sale August 27th. The sportsbooks, for their part,...

The 20 Moments That Built New Jersey Devils History

From a franchise that once got dismissed on national television as a Mickey Mouse operation to three Stanley Cup banners hanging in Newark, here is the definitive countdown of the goals, hits, and hires that...

A New Brunswick Supplement Brand Just Signed the Bodybuilder Who Grew Up Idolizing It

ANIMAL, the hardcore supplement brand born out of Central Jersey, has added IFBB Pro Regan Grimes to its athlete roster, closing the loop on a relationship that started when a teenage Grimes first discovered the...

Entertainment

Sailfest NJ Turns 36 This Year, and Island Heights Still Turns Into the State’s Biggest Sailing Party for It

What started in 1991 as a small sailboat race and shore party has grown into New Jersey's largest sailing festival, drawing...

New Jersey Symphony’s 2026-27 Season: From Pirates of the Caribbean to Rachmaninoff’s Final Bow

The orchestra's new season opens with movie music this fall and closes out its winter stretch with a full film score...

New Jersey Symphony’s 2026-27 Season: From Pirates of the Caribbean to Rachmaninoff’s Final Bow

The orchestra's new season opens with movie music this...

Things to Do in New Jersey: August 20-26, 2026

Four nights of Bruno Mars at MetLife, a Count...

The Springsteen Center Wants You to Read His Lyrics Like Poetry, Not Just Sing Along

The Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music is launching...

Mount Olive Sends Summer Out With Fireworks, 18 Food Trucks, and a 48 Ounce Barbecue Bucket

Mount Olive Township's Food Truck and Fireworks Festival returns...

Haddon Avenue Turns Into a Three Decade Time Machine for Summer of Love

Haddon Township's Summer of Love Music Festival returns to a closed...

New Jersey’s Breweries Are Done Just Pouring Pints This August

Between stand-up comedy tours, Mario Kart tournaments, oyster pop-ups,...

Jake Thistle Brought His American Idol Momentum to the Lawn Outside the Springsteen Center

The Paramus born singer songwriter, fresh off a Top...

Food & Beverage

One Bidder, No Competition: Haddon Heights’ First Liquor License Has Already Found Its Buyer

Station Avenue Partners LLC is the only group that qualified to bid on Haddon Heights' first liquor license in borough history, all but guaranteeing...

One Bidder, No Competition: Haddon Heights’ First Liquor License Has Already Found Its Buyer

Station Avenue Partners LLC is the only group that...

ShopRite Turns 75, and Every Price Ends in .75 to Prove It

ShopRite is marking 75 years in business with two...

Laurita Winery Trades Its Vineyard for a Tropical Island This Weekend

The Luau Festival returns to Laurita Winery for two full days...

Division Street Turns Into a 40-Tent Open Air Market This Sunday

The Downtown Somerville Artisan Market returns this weekend, closing...

Jenkinson’s Boardwalk Turns the Sand Into a Free Concert Venue Every Week This Summer

Between a classic hits series on the sand, a...

Explore New Jersey

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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....

Building a Dynasty: Inside the Somerset Patriots’ Quest for Success

For the Somerset Patriots, success is not just a goal – it's a way of life. Since their inception in 1998, the team has...

TD Bank Ballpark: A Home Run Destination

Nestled in the heart of Bridgewater Township, New Jersey, lies TD Bank Ballpark, the beloved home of the Somerset Patriots. Since opening its doors...

Patriots Pride: A Legacy of Excellence

For over two decades, the Somerset Patriots have been a shining beacon of excellence in the world of independent baseball. Founded in 1998, the...

The Heart of Somerset: Exploring the Vibrant Community Surrounding TD Bank Ballpark

Situated in the heart of Bridgewater Township, New Jersey, TD Bank Ballpark is more than just a baseball stadium – it's a cultural hub...

Somerset Patriots: A Journey Through Time

As the Somerset Patriots celebrate their twenty-fifth anniversary in 2023, it's a fitting time to reflect on the team's remarkable journey from humble beginnings...

Forging Bonds is How the Sussex County Miners Have United Their Community

In a world that often feels divided, sports have a unique ability to bring people together, fostering a sense of unity and camaraderie that...

Miners in the Making: Inside the Sussex County Miners’ Player Development Program

For aspiring baseball players, the road to the big leagues is often long and challenging, filled with countless hours of practice, dedication, and sacrifice....

A Legacy of Excellence, Reflecting on the Sussex County Miners’ Journey to Success

For the Sussex County Miners, success is not just a goal – it's a way of life. Since their inception in 2015, the team...

A Gem in the Garden State: The Sussex County Miners’ Home at Skylands Stadium

Nestled amidst the picturesque landscapes of Augusta, New Jersey, lies Skylands Stadium, the beloved home of the Sussex County Miners. Since opening its doors...
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Hudson County Wants to Build 1,500 Homes on Parking Lots It Already Owns

Hudson County Executive Craig Guy is backing an ambitious...

New Jersey Lost 25,600 Jobs in July. The State’s Own Labor Department Says Don’t Read Too Much Into the Number.

New Jersey's unemployment rate actually improved last month even...

The Newark Network That Reaches 3.5 Million Caribbean Viewers Is Now Building a Bridge to Africa

TEMPO Networks, the Caribbean media company headquartered in Newark...

He Was 13 and Didn’t Want to Go to Debate Camp. Now He Runs the World’s Largest Youth Debate Nonprofit.

Spencer Chaisanguanthum founded Eloquence Academy out of his Tenafly...

The Woodbridge Cookie Brand Born From One Bad Gluten-Free Bite Just Hit 1,100 Stores

Mightylicious, the gluten-free cookie company Carolyn Haeler built after...

ShopRite Turns 75, and Every Price Ends in .75 to Prove It

ShopRite is marking 75 years in business with two...

New Jersey Home Prices Keep Climbing in July, Even as Inventory Finally Starts Loosening Up

New Jersey Realtors' latest data shows a market still...

The 20 Moments That Built New Jersey Devils History

From a franchise that once got dismissed on national...

A Former Corporate Campus in Somerset County Is Becoming a $200 Million Luxury Retirement Estate

Freehold based Distinctive Living has closed $84.7 million in...

A New Brunswick Supplement Brand Just Signed the Bodybuilder Who Grew Up Idolizing It

ANIMAL, the hardcore supplement brand born out of Central...

New Jersey Spends the Most on Schools in America. Why Do Critics Say Mississippi Is Catching Up?

New Jersey's school funding formula sends roughly $12 billion...

Why Should Retired Cops Wait 25 Years? A Republican Assemblyman Points to the Budget’s Other Line Items

Assemblyman Alex Sauickie is using New Jersey's newly enacted...

Morris County Just Put Its Entire Revolutionary War History Into Your Pocket

A new free app lets residents and visitors walk...

New Jersey Symphony’s 2026-27 Season: From Pirates of the Caribbean to Rachmaninoff’s Final Bow

The orchestra's new season opens with movie music this...

New Jersey Just Deleted 5,100 Voter Registrations. Here’s the Full Math Behind That Number.

A month after disclosing a software error that mistakenly...

The Man Behind Trenton’s Biggest Democratic Majority in Fifty Years Is Stepping Away

Seth Hahn is leaving his post as Executive Director...

A Newark Church Backed the Building Its Neighbors Objected To, and Its Word Carried the Room

Newark's Central Planning Board unanimously approved a new 24-unit...

No-Churn Mango Sorbet: A 3-Ingredient Summer Fix

Frozen mango, fresh lime, and a drizzle of maple...

Marc Maron, Renée Zellweger, and 68 Films Take Over Red Bank This Week

The Indie Street Film Festival kicks off its 11th year today,...

The Volunteers Who Become a Child’s Only Constant Through Foster Care

When a Middlesex County child is removed from home,...

A Fort Lee Dance Company Built on Crossing Cultures Announces Its Next Season on the Road

Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company, the internationally touring ensemble headquartered...

The Jersey City Firm That Grew 150x Just Made the Inc. 5000 for a Fourth Time

Valasys Media, the B2B marketing and data intelligence firm...

Today: Storms Build This Afternoon, Clear Out Tonight

Highest risk along and southeast of the I-95 corridor...