Sea Bright Favorite Woody’s Ocean Grill Enters New Chapter as Local Hospitality Group Takes Over

A popular Jersey Shore restaurant is reopening. Woody’s Ocean Grill in Sea Bright was sold after nearly 15 years under its current management, signaling a major change for the community hangout. Chris Wood revealed that the eatery will change hands on March 18. RBC Hospitality Group, led by Richard Corbo and Ken and Vinnie Hager,…

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ICE Finalizes Purchase of Roxbury Warehouse for Planned New Jersey Detention Facility

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has purchased a Roxbury Township, New Jersey warehouse property, confirming days of speculation that it could become an immigration detention camp. After contradictory remarks from federal and municipal officials earlier in the week, the confirmation arrived Friday. According to federal authorities, ICE bought the Roxbury facility and aims to turn…

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Wawa Issues Multi-State Recall on Select 16-Ounce Milk Products Over Possible Plastic Contamination

After finding soft plastic in some 16-ounce milk products, Wawa voluntarily recalled them. Four state supermarkets are recalling milk kinds with obvious UPC codes and sell-by dates. Recent Wawa milk buyers should check their fridges and destroy contaminated items immediately. The recall includes 16-ounce Wawa Double Dutch Chocolate Milk, Chocolate Milk, Cookies and Cream Milk,…

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Ramsey Residents Push Back as Borough Moves Forward With New Affordable Housing Zones

As Ramsey authorities prepare to meet state-mandated housing needs, people are reacting strongly to a new affordable housing proposal. This week, the Ramsey Council introduced two ordinances to create housing overlay zones in particular areas. Multifamily constructions, townhouses, and garden apartments would be allowed in the zones. The plan required at least 20% of permitted…

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North Bergen Theater Property Changes Hands, Set for Major Self-Storage Redevelopment

A famous North Bergen, New Jersey movie theater has been sold and will be completely renovated. The big cinema theater at 3131 Kennedy Boulevard will be converted into a contemporary, climate-controlled self-storage facility. JLL Capital Markets announced the sale for Madison International Realty. The buyer is Safely Store. The agreement describes the property as 73,398…

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Bergen County Medical Office Property Changes Hands in $4.4 Million Investment Deal

A private investor paid roughly $4.4 million for a three-story medical office facility in Westwood, New Jersey, indicating continuing demand for healthcare real estate in the state. The 33,277-square-foot facility at 400 Old Hook Road in Westwood is 70% leased to healthcare tenants. The transaction shows investor interest in medical office assets, particularly in Bergen…

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New Jersey Antisemitism Bill Sparks Free Speech Debate

A New Jersey measure to define antisemitism has sparked a bitter discussion about free speech. Proponents of the legislation believe that following the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) definition of antisemitism will protect Jewish communities from hatred and discrimination. Some believe the measure could unintentionally restrict constitutional rights by connecting criticism of Israel with anti-Jewish…

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New Jersey’s Opportunity to Expand Support for Black-Owned Businesses Under Sherrill

After Governor Mikie Sherrill takes office, New Jersey may reform how it helps Black-owned businesses. The state is diverse and forward-thinking, but structural issues have made it challenging for minority-owned enterprises to operate there. New Jersey has 15% Black residents, yet only 1% of government contracts went to Black-owned firms from 2015 to 2020. The…

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NBA Rising Star Speaks Out After Minneapolis Shootings Spark National Outrage

San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama, one of the NBA’s most talked-about young players, said some personal things this week aside from athletics. The French rookie told reporters his thoughts on the Minneapolis civilian murders. This shows that he doesn’t feel comfortable staying quiet when people die. In remarks that went viral, Wembanyama noted that…

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