Chef Who Once Faced Homelessness Now Gives Back by Feeding His Community on Thanksgiving

Chef Tim Witcher, a teacher and Chopped winner, helped Camden County residents arrange a spectacular Thanksgiving dinner. It emphasized kindness, society, and second chances. Witcher’s story of being impoverished and needing aid made the night even more special. He gives back to his community that helped him succeed. Loving Our Cities and The Perfecting Church…

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Beloved Jersey Shore Pub Has a New Owner Who Promises To Preserve Its Classic Charm

Although a Jersey Shore local pub is changing, longtime customers can expect the same intimate atmosphere. Point Pleasant Beach’s Ark has a new owner who promises to protect its heritage and uniqueness. Point Pleasant Beach residents have visited the Ark for comfort food, courteous service, and a “old English pub” atmosphere since 1976. Award-winning burgers…

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Toll Increases Are Coming to Delaware River Bridges. Here’s How Much More You Will Pay to Cross

Delaware River bridge users between New Jersey and Pennsylvania may pay extra in 2026. The Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge Commission raised eight toll bridges’ fees on January 1. To be determined in December. The idea hikes passenger automobile tolls to $2 with E-ZPass and $5 without. 87% of passenger car drivers utilize E-ZPass, which…

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N.J. Woman Keeps 26-Year Thanksgiving Tradition Alive to Honor Essential Workers

For almost 20 years, a Camden woman has celebrated Thanksgiving with her neighborhood and colleagues. This Thanksgiving season, Dianne S. Jones, 81, fed first responders, sanitation workers, and locals like she has for 26 years. Jones, who is visually impaired and walks with assistance, has never allowed her impairment stop her. An annual Thanksgiving meal…

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Parents Now Have the Right to Know if Their Kids Change Pronouns in This N.J. School District

The “Parental Bill of Rights” in Monmouth County, New Jersey, has split parents, educators, and advocates. The Colts Neck school boardoverwhelmingly adopted the policy, which tells parents when kids change pronouns or gender identities. The new policy reinforces state and federal rules allowing parents to opt out of health, family, and sex education. The 1,000-student…

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What’s the Age Difference Between Billy Bob Thornton and His TV Dad, Sam Elliott?

Billy Bob Thornton and Sam Elliott, who play father and son on Paramount+’s “Landman,” are 11 years apart actually. Thornton, 70, portrays Tommy, Elliott, 81, plays T.L. Norris. Hollywood narrative is timeless, as both actors give their roles sincerity and depth despite their small age gaps. Thornton explored the shocking age gap and father-son dynamics…

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Mental health care is out of reach for too many. Here’s how N.J. can change that

New Jersey families find mental health care challenging, expensive, and time-consuming. One in five Americans has a mental illness, but many New Jerseyans don’t know where to get help. Even with increased demand, community services are hard to get. Daily, state mental health advocates see fatigued people who don’t know how to receive assistance. Long…

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Mike ‘The Situation’ Sorrentino Draws on Personal Experience, Opens Rehab Center in New Jersey

Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino, known for his roles on MTV’s “Jersey Shore” and “Jersey Shore Family Vacation,” opened a new rehabilitation and mental health center in New Jersey to help addicts and those with mental health issues. The Archangel Centers opened in Tinton Falls, Monmouth County, on November 13, signifying Sorrentino’s transition from recovery to…

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