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Hoboken’s Empty Storefronts: What’s Really Going On and How We Fix It

Hoboken’s storefront vacancies reflect a mix of rising rents, post-pandemic retail shifts, and real-estate turnover. But with new mixed-use projects, grocery anchors, and outdoor dining laws, the city may be

Why NJ Just Gave $4 Million to Food Banks and What It Means for Local Farmers

With federal SNAP benefits delayed, New Jersey is sending $4 million to food banks to purchase local products. This initiative aims to keep food on tables while supporting the state’s

Trump’s 107% Pasta Tariff Could Double the Cost of Sunday Dinner

Trump’s 107% pasta tariff could double prices and spark tension with Italy. Learn what’s driving the proposed trade move and who’s affected.

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 Trump’s $2,000 Tariff-Funded Stimulus Checks in 2025

President Trump has reintroduced the idea of $2,000 payments for Americans, funded by tariffs imposed under his administration. Key details, including who qualifies and when payments could be made—remain uncertain,

TD Bank to Close Eight New Jersey Branches in Early 2026

TD Bank will close eight New Jersey branches by early 2026 as part of a nationwide downsizing plan affecting 13 states. The move reflects the bank’s push toward digital services

FAA Orders Flight Reductions at Newark, JFK, and LaGuardia as Government Shutdown Drags On

Plan on traveling from Newark, LaGuardia or JFK soon? The FAA has ordered airlines to reduce flights nationwide as the government shutdown strains air traffic control staffing. Newark, JFK and

11 Winter Getaways From New Jersey

11 of the best winter getaways that you can drive to from New Jersey this year.

Mikie Sherrill Elected New Jersey Governor, Defeats Jack Ciattarelli by Double Digits

New Jersey Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill has been elected the next governor of New Jersey, defeating former Assemblyman Jack Ciattarelli in a decisive victory. As of 10 p.m. Tuesday, Sherrill led

The Story Behind New Jersey’s Unofficial State Cocktail

He didn’t know it then, but Frank J. May developed the unofficial New Jersey cocktail. Whether you’ve heard of it or not, the ingredients of the “Jack Rose” are always