Vendor apologizes after Juneteenth menu controversy in Montclair
A controversial menu image by Sodexo during Juneteenth sparked discussions on cultural sensitivity in Montclair's schools.
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New Jersey has been trying to run us off for years — we’re still here
As New Jerseyans face rising costs, there’s a remarkable spirit in the air—let's talk about the resilience that keeps folks invested in their communities.
My family has been in New Jersey since the Revolution — and Trenton is losing us
From baymen to engineers, this family's story is woven into the very fabric of New Jersey’s history.
You need to sit in Tony Soprano’s booth at Holsten’s — before everyone else does
A local diner has snagged national attention, and it just might be the perfect summer stop for fans of 'The Sopranos'—get ready for a culinary journey.
Baraka blasts State Police as city leads Delaney Hall policing
Newark police take over public safety at Delaney Hall, shifting focus to community policing after criticisms of State Police tactics.
Viral Route 280 crash video in NJ wasn’t road rage, police say
Recent dash cam footage from Route 280 shows a silver sedan caught in a tense merging incident with a box truck, not road rage as some fear.
As homicides drop to historic lows, Newark doubles down on community policing
Newark is making strides in police accountability with a new board aimed at giving residents more say in public safety policies.
We went to the movies on a rainy Memorial Day — and NJ was everywhere
Ever think a rainy day could turn into a cinematic journey through New Jersey? This couple did, and it’s a delightful tale.
You love NJ — NJ doesn’t love you back
As property taxes climb higher, the emotional weight of staying in New Jersey grows heavier for many residents.
Belleville mayor alleges mayor-elect’s car was repossessed
The Belleville mayoral race ended with Frank Vélez's decisive win, leaving bitter incumbent Michael Melham to contend with criticism and community concerns.
The NJ ban list keeps growing — and your leaf blower is next
With leaf blowers often drowning out the sounds of nature, a new proposal in South Orange aims to bring back the peace we once took for granted.
East Orange standoff ends with woman rescued from fire escape
U.S. Marshals save a woman in East Orange during a fire escape standoff, prioritizing her safety over arrest during a tense two-hour situation.