As over 800,000 New Jersey citizens lose federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits on November 1, food banks and community pantries are prepared for a disaster. The stoppage, caused by the federal government shutdown, has alarmed families who depend on these subsidies for monthly food. About 400,000 state households may be affected by the…
New Jersey police mourned community heroes at the Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart in Newark. At the 32nd Annual Blue Mass, the Archdiocese of Newark honored Newark Police Department detective Joseph Azcona, who died in the line of duty earlier this year. Newark neighborhood patrolman Detective Azcona, posthumously promoted to sergeant, was shot and…
New Jersey favorites Nick Jonas and Paul Rudd are starring in Power Ballad, a musical comedy. Lionsgate’s June 5, 2026 picture has already garnered excitement from fans of both actors. The film promises an emotional yet amusing mix of humor, music, and heart from Irish director John Carney, known for Begin Again and Sing Street….
Pierre Robert, the renowned Philadelphia rock radio host for 40 years, died Wednesday at 70. Beasley Media Group, Robert’s employer, verified his Philadelphia home death. He died mysteriously, although investigators suspect no foul play. After starting his radio career on the West Coast, he joined 93.3 FM WMMR in Philadelphia in 1981, bringing his unique…
A Springsteen superfan pointed up a shocking mistake in Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere, which opened last month. Biopics typically take creative liberties, but this one highlights something the Springsteen fan recognized instantly. In Nebraska, about Springsteen’s 1982 album tour, a youngster asks a female if she wants mustard or ketchup on her hot dog….
New Jersey primary education is improving academically and student achievement, according to the 2025 U.S. News & World Report rankings Schools across the state excelled in reading, math, student-teacher ratios, and background equity. Again, Paterson Public School No. 28 is New Jersey’s top elementary school. Districts prioritize basic learning and diversity to improve primary education,…
Vedra Chandler unexpectedly returned to Camden, New Jersey, to alter her town through art, culture, and connection after years on Broadway and with Cirque du Soleil. Chandler, 45, who wowed audiences across in “Hairspray,” says she returned to Camden for a cause. Having been to Harvard and Broadway, she wanted to use her accomplishments to…
Canadian music star Nelly Furtado announced she would stop performing live on her 25th anniversary. Wow, Nelly! Important message. The singer appears ready to start new artistic and personal projects in a new period of her life. After twenty years in the business and songs like “I’m Like a Bird” and “Promiscuous,” Fugazi said she…
Mr. Christie’s uncommon, personal reflection on Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere reveals almost as much about his character and journey as the film. Christie admits to Bruce Springsteen bias in his Free Press article. He admits his bias and has attended over 170 Springsteen gigs to verify his rating. Christie’s film review expresses his love…
Former Jets center Nick Mangold, 41, died. Football fans mourn. The team announced Sunday after his daring kidney donation appeal earlier this month. Death ends bold personal journey and beloved Jets player’s legacy. Mangold disclosed on October 14 that he had chronic renal disease in 2006 due to a genetic defect. He appealed Jets fans…
