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Wendy’s to Shutter Up to 300 U.S. Locations Starting Q4: NJ Impact Uncertain

Fast-food giant Wendy’s is gearing up to axe hundreds of underperforming American eateries over the coming months, including a potential ripple effect on the Garden State’s 200-plus locations. The Dublin,

NJ Man Dies in 1st Fatal Case of ‘Meat Allergy’ Linked to Ticks

A New Jersey man has become the first confirmed death linked to the rare “meat allergy” spread by Lone Star ticks, according to new findings published by the University of

College Athletes and Mob Ties Exposed in $2M Illegal NJ Sports Betting Bust

NJ busts $2M mob betting ring with ex-Rutgers wrestlers, Lucchese soldier. 14 charged.

Record Great White Shark Surfaces Near Atlantic City Shores

Massive 1,653-pound great white shark Contender, the largest male ever recorded in the Atlantic, just pinged miles off Atlantic City, New Jersey! After migrating from Florida to Canada, he's heading

R.I.P. Penny: 232 Years of Loose Change

The U.S. Mint officially ended penny production after 232 years. The coin, which cost nearly four cents to make, had become a costly symbol of waste.

Murphy Grants 200+ Clemencies in Fourth Round of Pardons, Commutations

New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy has exceeded 200 clemency grants, offering pardons and commutations to individuals seeking a second chance. The initiative focuses on rehabilitation and fairness in the justice

Jersey Skies Could Glow with Northern Lights Tonight: Here’s Your Local Guide

Northern lights may glow over NJ tonight! Best spots: High Point & Pine Barrens. Look north 9pm–2am. Clear skies needed.

What Is NJ’s Favorite Thanksgiving Pie? And No, It’s Not Pumpkin

Thanksgiving prep is officially underway in New Jersey, and while pumpkin pie dominates tables across much of the country, Garden State families are doing things quite differently. Across the U.S.,

NJ Rider University to Lay Off 25% of Faculty as Financial Crisis Deepens

Rider University is cutting 40 faculty positions, reducing salaries, and suspending benefits as part of a financial restructuring plan following probation by its accreditor. Students can still attend classes, but

What to Know About the Reading Rhythms Event at The Pillars in Newark

Reading Rhythms, the popular “reading party” that’s reimagining how people connect over books, is coming to The Pillars in Newark on November 16. Here’s what to know about the event