Librarian Jennie Pu is redefining a Hudson County holiday tradition. She feels a book targeted for censorship would be the finest gift this year. Pu recommends reading prohibited or difficult works in winter, but many individuals select lighter books. She doesn’t want to fight; she just wants to remind people why free speech is so…
For the 83rd Golden Globe Awards, certain movies and TV shows garnered multiple nominations, but several fan favorites and critical hits were omitted. On January 11, 2026, CBS will honor the year’s best in cinema and television, but this year’s candidates have divided the entertainment world. “One Battle After Another” got nine nominations, “Sentimental Value”…
Mel, a new character in season 3 of “Tracker,” has immediately won over fans. Mel (Cassady McClincy Zhang) adds mystery to the storyline, making viewers curious about her involvement. While new to this series, McClincy Zhang is familiar to TV viewers. Before joining “Tracker,” McClincy Zhang was known for playing Lydia on “The Walking Dead”…
JVB artist Joey Valence denounced his music’s misuse in a government video promoting ICE. Valence was “disgusted” by music in unsupportable content. A short DHS social media video of ICE agents preparing for operations as Valence’s “Hooligang” played is at issue. The musician immediately slammed the 30-second video, claiming neither he nor his band JVB…
A New Jersey family sued the district for failing to stop middle school weight and mental health bullying for their daughter. A late November legal action charges rampant carelessness at Ho-Ho-Kus Public Schools. The complaint alleges the girl was called “The Titanic” for two years in school. Her friends teased her appearance, anxiety, and OCD…
The last full moon of 2025 is this week in December. The “Cold Moon.” Fans and guests will love it. Near-full moon Thursday, December 4. Around 6:15 p.m., the moon will be 99% lit. It rose from 98% Wednesday to Thursday. Fully lit Friday. Its bright light is great for skywatching, photography, and outdoor activities….
Max Kellerman, a former ESPN commentator, discussed co-hosting “First Take” with Stephen A. Smith, including the pressures of daily sports discussion television and their professional interactions. Kellerman opened out about his five-year partnership with Smith on a popular sports podcast after leaving ESPN. Kellerman said he wasn’t bothered by the public’s emphasis on his leaving…
The New Jersey Devils’ Monday pregame homage stunned the league administration. The players wore caps instead of helmets before their 5–3 loss to the Columbus Blue Jackets to honor defenseman Brenden Dillon’s 1,000th NHL game. Players proudly wore “1,000 Dilly” caps during pre-game warmups to recognize Dillon’s long career and respected league presence. Hockey players…
A Mississippi rhesus macaque that escaped a highway crash ran for over a week before finding a home at Popcorn Park Animal Refuge in Forked River, New Jersey. Forest the monkey was the last of several animals recovered from the October Interstate 59 catastrophe. A biomedical research vehicle with 21 rhesus macaques collapsed. Five monkeys…
Law enforcement openness legislation targeting local federal immigration police is being promoted by New Jersey legislators. A recently proposed measure would ban ICE agents and other law enforcement officers from hiding their faces on working, with minimal exceptions. State Sen. Benjie Wimberly’s plan comes as residents and advocates fear immigration enforcement. S-4868 prohibits federal, state,…
