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Sherrill to break with tradition as she’s sworn in as N.J.’s new governor
2+ day, 9+ hour ago Mikie Sherrill will buck tradition when she's sworn in as New Jersey's new governor, taking the oath of office outside the state's capital city. The Democrat announced Thursday her inauguration as the Garden State's 57th " and second female " governor will take…...
Jersey Cash 5 ticket worth $499K sold at N.J. ShopRite
6+ day, 23+ hour ago A Jersey Cash 5 ticket worth $498,989 was sold at a ShopRite in Mercer County for Saturday night's lottery drawing. The winning ticket was purchased at the ShopRite of Lawrenceville at 3373 Brunswick Pike, New Jersey Lottery officials said Sunday. The winning numbers…...
East Orange defeats Wayne Hills in Tyrone Collins Tip-Off - Boys basketball recap
1+ week, 15+ hour ago East Orange started its season on a positive note, edging out Wayne Hills 60-55 in the Tyrone Collins Tip-Off Classic in East Orange. James Roberts led the way for East Orange with a game-high 16 points, including going 8-for-9 from the free…...
Osprey nest removed from Jersey Shore radio tower was inactive, officials say
1+ week, 2+ day ago State officials say an osprey nest they authorized for removal from a radio tower in Allenhurst was "inactive" and that bald eagles seen in the area were unlikely to successfully use the nest for breeding. A crane removed the nest…...
N.J. adopts new rules to prevent sexual assault in health care
1+ week, 2+ day ago New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin has announced new rules for physicians as part of an ongoing effort to combat sexual abuse in medical offices. On Thursday, the state Division of Consumer Affairs emailed 67,000 New Jersey-licensed physicians about new rules…...
NJ Transit revives this popular discount commuter ticket
1+ week, 3+ day ago NJ Transit will restore the 20-trip FlexPass ticket which was cut in 2024 despite its popularity with commuters working hybrid schedules between the workplace and home. FlexPass officially returns in late February, officials said. It offers a 15% discount, however, the 20 tickets…...
Boys and girls fencing preseason Top 10 rankings: New season, new contenders
1+ week, 3+ day ago The 2025-26 high school fencing season is officially underway, and New Jersey's top programs are ready to stake their claim. After a year of thrilling matchups, breakout stars, and championship runs, ... Boys and girls fencing preseason Top 10 rankings: New season, new…...
Facing staffing crisis, Jersey Shore town strikes $6 million policing deal with neighbor
1+ week, 3+ day ago North Wildwood will provide police protection to neighboring West Wildwood under a 10-year shared services agreement worth more than $6 million. The deal, approved last week, formalizes an arrangement that began over the summer after a report flagged staffing and management…...
North Jersey Interscholastic Conference Girls Soccer Player of the Year and other postseason honors, 2025
1+ week, 5+ day ago Girls Soccer: Hawthorne vs Cresskill, Sep 16, 2025. Player of the Year: Ava Gonzalez-Eusevi Gonzalez-Eusevi was one of the most prolific goal scorers in all of New Jersey. The Cresskill senior finished second in the state in goals with 44, just two behind…...
These 4 N.J. towns are among the 10 worst driving cities in the northeast, new report says
2+ week, 14+ hour ago New Jersey is home to some of the worst drivers in the northeast. That's according to a new report released by Consumer Affairs, which says high rates of fatal car crashes, coupled with winter weather and road congestion, is what…...