By, Pam Teel Millstone resident, Sue Gunther, never thought she would ever fulfill her dream of becoming an accomplished athlete, especially not at her age.  For a woman in her heyday, being athletic didn’t get you as far as the sport related opportunities that were open to men. There just wasn’t much offered. Sue, happily, … Continued

The four newest emergency vehicles to join the fleet of 20 HERO Campaign-wrapped vehicles statewide were unveiled on Friday, May 26 as part of the SJTA’s 100 Days of Summer Event at the Farley Service Plaza on the Atlantic City Expressway. Police departments throughout New Jersey are embracing a unique statewide program to end drunk … Continued

By: Nazli Mohideen Due to the product’s nicotine content, breathing in the emission from a vape has led to a concerning trend known as second-hand vaping, according to an article published by Hackensack Meridian Health. In fact, second-hand vaping can result in a multitude of health-related complications like cancer, asthma and issues relating to the … Continued

By, Francesca Scibilia Children’s hospitals across the U.S. experience a shortage of toy donations every year. Many people think to donate during the holidays but at other times of the year, these hospitals receive little to no donations. By the time summer begins, they have to ration toys to the children so that their supply … Continued

By, CNJ+ Reader-Resident New Jersey, one of the 13 original colonies of the United States, is often referred to as the “Crossroads of the Revolution.” However, New Jersey is also home to a number of famous foods that were invented or popularized within its borders. From diner fare to famous sandwich shops, New Jersey has … Continued

By, Lauren Kowlacki New Jersey has a reputation for being a quirky and unusual place, and there are many bizarre stories that have come out of the state over the years. However, one of the most unusual and intriguing stories involves a small town called Ong’s Hat, located in the southern part of the state. … Continued

By, Surabhi Ashok Joseph Bonaparte’s Bordentown home is now open to public visitation as a historical landscape. Joseph Bonaparte was the King of Naples and Spain, and the brother of Napoleon. After the Battle of Waterloo in 1815, he fled across the ocean to New Jersey, where he settled for twenty years. Bonaparte built Point … Continued

By, Pam Teel We wait in anticipation for our Jersey summer to begin. New Jersey, known for its beautiful beaches, abundance of pork roll, jersey tomatoes, tasty sweet corn, Springsteen, and oh yes, on a much lesser degree, our Jersey Mosquito! Hard to believe these little bloodsuckers can make your summer a living hell. You … Continued