After months of anticipation, a large Southern fried chicken company opened in New Jersey, increasing fast-food chicken competition. This week, the Atlanta-based company opened its first Garden State shop in Magnolia, attracting local foodies who wanted its famous dish without driving south. The North White Horse Pike site is opening national restaurant franchises. Georgia, Florida,…
Many New Jerseyans have enjoyed surf fishing at Island Beach State Park for decades. This is a family tradition, mental escape, and coastal connection. That relationship is straining when a new state lottery system left thousands of lifelong fisherman without beach vehicle permits. New Jersey’s 2026 random lottery for mobile sport fishing permits replaces first-come,…
The West Coast burger chain opened in Clifton this week. The 50-year-old California-based Habit Burger & Grill opens its 17th New Jersey location on Wednesday and plans two more. The new restaurant on Clifton’s Route 3 West, noted for traffic, diversity, and local dining. Leadership chose Clifton because the company will start in casual-dining fresh-food…
The housing crisis has expanded to New Jersey. Seniors, working families, and youth across the state struggle to find safe, affordable homes. A difficult market is now a full-scale crisis affecting cities, suburbs, and small villages. Many residents have tough choices. Fixed-income seniors must chose rent or essential drugs. Parents work extra shifts or several…
The tranquil Essex County township of West Orange is in a heated debate over Canada geese management. Although the geese seem unaffected, many homeowners oppose wildlife management, especially lethal bird control. Since Goose Control Technology, the township’s longtime contractor, uses carbon dioxide gassing to euthanize geese, strident opponent Councilwoman Joyce Rudin has highlighted concerns. She…
A new New Jersey gothic coffee business serves locals and guests unique caffeine. Locally unique Nightshade Coffee. At 459 Broadway in Westwood, Nightshade Coffee is stunning and new. Visitors enter a dark room with alternative culture paintings. The café’s creators love the weird and enigmatic and strive to attract distinctive coffee shop customers. The founders…
Zaxby’s first New Jersey location opens December 15, 2025. Chicken meals in New Jersey were the brand’s first Northeast launch. Zaxby’s Magnolia, Camden County opened at 804 North White Horse Pike, a former fast-food restaurant. Magnolia’s chicken and friendly neighborhood will quickly win over fans. The 3,000-square-foot restaurant seats 40. Modern eateries prioritize takeout and…
John Stamos, best known for playing Jesse Katsopolis on “Full House,” plays a hazardous role in Netflix’s criminal drama “The Hunting Wives.” The actor admitted his role on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon,” prompting doubts about the show’s bold topic. Stamos joked that his wife, Caitlin McHugh, inquired if his interview section required nudity….
A senior official will depart early next year as bias charges and internal probes plague the New Jersey State Police. State Police second-in-command Lt. Colonel Sean Kilcomons will retire in January after Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill takes office. He resigned after a department event investigation into his alleged discriminatory comment last year. The April 2024 “Take…
One of the Jersey Shore’s most recognizable symbols has been held for nearly 20 years, upsetting fans and preservationists who want the governor to act before his term ends. After its 2004 removal, the Palace Amusements Asbury Park Tillie mural has been disused. Now backers want a way to showcase and preserve it. In the…
