Governor Mikie Sherrill participated in a Juneteenth commemoration ceremony in Teaneck on Friday, marking the federal holiday that recognizes the end of slavery in the United States and honoring the ongoing journey toward racial equity and justice in American society. Juneteenth, observed annually on June 19, commemorates the date in 1865 when enslaved people in…
A remarkable moment of living history unfolded in Camden earlier this month when a 101-year-old World War II veteran returned to the deck of the USS New Jersey, the storied battleship that served as his home during the war, in a ceremony that brought officials, veterans, and community members to tears. Paul Robbins of New…
Residents and supporters of Montclair’s annual Pride celebration will have to wait a little longer this year, as organizers have once again postponed the highly anticipated Montclair Pride Festival. The event, which has become one of the largest LGBTQ+ gatherings in New Jersey, is now scheduled to take place on October 11 after facing a…
For many music fans, success in the rock world can seem permanent. But behind the scenes, even well-known bands often face challenges that can push them to the breaking point. For pop-punk band Yellowcard, that reality became impossible to ignore nearly a decade ago when the group found itself struggling to continue after years of…
Reality television personality and actress Drew Sidora has officially finalized her divorce from former husband Ralph Pittman, bringing an end to a legal process that followed the breakdown of their nearly nine-year marriage. As part of the court’s final judgment, Sidora was ordered to pay monthly child support to Pittman, while several financial and property…
A convenience store in Hunterdon County has become the latest location to sell a major New Jersey Lottery winning ticket after a player purchased a scratch-off ticket worth $200,000. According to New Jersey Lottery officials, a top-prize-winning ticket from the “$500 Cash Craze” scratch-off game was sold on June 3 at a Krauszer Food Store…
Fans of singer-songwriter Charlie Puth were left disappointed over the weekend after the New Jersey native canceled a scheduled concert in Orlando just hours before he was expected to perform. The 34-year-old artist shared the news with fans through a message on social media, explaining that he had been dealing with an illness for several…
Basketball legend and Newark native Shaquille O’Neal is expanding his creative work beyond sports and entertainment by helping develop a new comic book series centered on the story of Black Caesar, a legendary figure whose life has long been associated with tales of resilience, freedom, and piracy. The upcoming series, titled Vengeance Unchained: The Legend…
The site of one of Seaside Heights’ most recognizable nightlife destinations is preparing for a new chapter after local officials approved plans for a large mixed-use residential development in the heart of the borough. The Seaside Heights Planning Board recently approved updated plans for a six-story residential and commercial project at 201 Boulevard, a property…
For years, American consumers have watched everyday costs rise while companies introduce new ways to increase revenue from ordinary purchases. Extra fees, personalized marketing, and data-driven business strategies have become common across many industries. Now, a debate is emerging over whether similar practices could affect the prices people pay for basic groceries. A proposal moving…
