A coalition of state attorneys general, led by New Jersey regulators, has raised serious concerns about GoFundMe after alleging that it created more than 1.4 million charity fundraising pages without authorization and charged donors additional fees they may not have known about. Officials said the issue is how the online fundraising site constructed its donation…
After 15 years, a popular New Jersey neighborhood eatery unexpectedly closed. After 16 years in Tinton Falls, MJ’s Restaurant, Bar & Grill closed permanently, severing strong ties with customers and staff. Residents had long frequented the establishment at 1213 Sycamore Avenue. The owners announced the closure on social media and thanked the community for its…
The search for a missing Rutgers University student has made headlines after a prominent influencer and wife of country music singer Jelly Roll donated to the investigation. The donation has given the missing student’s family hope after months of publicizing his case and searching for answers. Rutgers University senior Mortimer “Mekhai” Wortman, 22, has been…
A New Jersey shopping mall that has suffered with vacancies and falling foot traffic is in legal peril after a teenager’s car became stuck in a parking lot sinkhole. The mall’s ownership is being sued for failing to keep guests safe. Livingston Mall owner Kohan Retail Investment Group was sued in Essex County. A local…
In the Group 2 and Group 4 quarterfinals of the state tournament on Saturday, New Jersey high school basketball reached new heights. Players across New Jersey delivered clutch efforts to secure a spot in the semifinals and keep championship ambitions alive. The competitive spirit of this year’s girls basketball season was on display Saturday. Both…
On Sunday, a cold Arctic front will bring snow to some parts of New Jersey and a wintry mix to others. Northwestern counties may get light snow showers, according to the National Weather Service. Those places may receive up to one inch of snowfall, although most will receive less. The rest of New Jersey will…
After Team USA won its first Olympic gold medal in men’s hockey since 1980, New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill celebrated with millions of Americans. In thrilling overtime, New Jersey native Jack Hughes scored the winning goal against Canada. The US beat Canada 2-1 in a thrilling final that kept spectators on edge until the final…
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,…
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…
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,…
