One of New Jersey’s well-known cannabis businesses is moving forward with significant workforce reductions after entering bankruptcy earlier this year, highlighting the financial pressure that continues to affect parts of the legal marijuana industry. The Cannabist Company, formerly known as Columbia Care, has informed New Jersey officials that it plans to lay off 86 employees…
Shoppers in Central New Jersey will soon have another luxury fashion destination to explore as Canadian clothing brand Aritzia prepares to open a new boutique at Menlo Park Mall in Edison. The upcoming store is scheduled to welcome customers in the spring of 2027, adding another well-known fashion name to one of the region’s busiest…
A well-known New Jersey children’s entertainment business has been forced to close its Verona location after local officials ruled that its operations did not comply with the township’s zoning rules, bringing an unexpected halt to a venue that had been serving families for more than two years. Bella Princess and La Bella Cafe, a family-owned…
More than 1,000 workers in New Jersey could lose their jobs after two major technology companies submitted layoff notices to the state under the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act. The filings, made by Verizon Corporate Resources Group, LLC and Samsung Electronics America, Inc., outline workforce reductions that are expected to take place over…
New Stores, Dining and Entertainment Are Transforming New Jersey’s Biggest Shopping Malls New Jersey’s largest shopping malls are continuing to evolve as retail operators focus on creating destinations that offer much more than traditional shopping. Across the state, major shopping centers are introducing new retail brands, expanding existing stores, adding restaurants and investing in entertainment…
A 33-year-old woman has been arrested after authorities said she allegedly assaulted a teenage girl who was wearing clothing displaying the words “Trump” and “ICE” while walking on the boardwalk in Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey. According to court documents, the incident happened on July 3 as the teenage girl and three friends were walking…
Shoppers looking for a high-performance gaming laptop can once again take advantage of a major price drop at Walmart. The retailer has brought back its limited-time discount on the HP OMEN 16-inch 2K Slim Gaming Laptop, giving customers another opportunity to save $300 on the popular device. The gaming laptop, which was previously listed for…
A well-known family bakery has officially returned to Fair Lawn, New Jersey, nearly two years after a devastating fire forced it to close its original location. Zadies Bake Shop reopened on July 9 with a brand-new retail and production facility at the Fair Lawn Promenade, marking a major milestone for the long-established local business. The…
Cherry Hill Mall is preparing for another phase of growth as it gets closer to celebrating its 65th anniversary this fall. The longtime New Jersey shopping destination has announced that six new retail brands will be joining the mall, bringing fresh shopping choices for visitors over the next several years. According to the mall’s owner…
Walmart is reminding customers to review products they have purchased after a number of recalled items were listed through its product safety updates. The retailer has published recall information covering products sold both in stores and through its online marketplace, giving shoppers an opportunity to identify affected items and take the appropriate steps if they…
