Ocean City, New Jersey, declared an emergency as beach erosion threatened the shoreline. A violent mid-October nor’easter lowered berms, damaged dunes, and altered the coastline between 1st and 13th streets. Before winter storms, city officials warn of the worst erosion in years. Mayor Jay Gillian said emergency categorization reduces damage and speeds recovery. His law…
An intriguing Big Ten game at Ross-Ade Stadium saw Rutgers overcome Purdue 27-24 and introduce a new offensive standout. K.J. Duff’s heroics saved Rutgers’ season in a vital away game. Starting with the whistle, Duff was electric. His six receptions for 241 yards and a score made Rutgers history. His 72-yard touchdown reception midway through…
Southend Lofts in Hoboken will host Dumbo Market’s first Garden State store. This is a milestone for the family-owned business’s development outside NYC. Southend Lofts at 38 Jackson Street will host Hoboken Dumbo Market’s 12,700-square-foot ground-floor business. A store and a bright public atrium for residents and guests will fill the 50,000-square-foot commercial space. Southend…
City officials say a downtown Jersey City man was stabbed to death Friday afternoon after an argument. He died when the fight escalated outside on Maxwell Street in Ward E, according to Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office and local police. The victim suffered an abdomen stab wound when officers arrived at 12:20 p.m. He died shortly…
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…
A complaint alleges a New Jersey school wrongfully accused a nine-year-old of sexual assault and brutally disciplined him. School authorities misconstrued minor playground behavior as a serious violation necessitating police and disciplinary action under the state’s anti-bullying law. On May 22, 2024, the youngster and other students sang “Happy Birthday” during lunch. The lawsuit claims…
The first annual New Jersey bear hunt killed 368 black bears in six days from October 13 to 18. State environmental authorities said this is one of the more aggressive early rounds in recent history, down from 397 bears last year. Sussex County harvested half—185 bears—indicating the north has the most bear activity. Warren, Morris,…
The 2017 New Jersey gubernatorial election may contain state-funded private school vouchers. Public school supporters and politicians believe the next governor will decide if government money follows students to private schools. New Jersey’s voucher program funds private schools little. NJ rejects school choice, unlike many states. This may change soon. Leading candidate Jack Ciattarelli has…
In New Jersey’s high-stakes gubernatorial contest, rising costs of living are dictating voter decisions, not party loyalty or national headlines. Both major parties are deeply involved in the federal government shutdown, so Americans seem more concerned with their pocketbook than philosophy. New Jersey households have struggled with housing, energy, and daily expenses for years. Residents…
After his physical treatment clinic declined his cash payment, an 84-year-old Montclair resident sparked a major issue. The event at a local rehabilitation firm prompted issues about whether New Jersey enterprises can refuse payment and go cashless. When staff told the retired teacher who needs physical therapy for mobility that only credit cards or checks…
