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Thousands of cherry blossoms are about to bloom in one NJ park
The 48th annual Essex County Cherry Blossom Festival in Branch Brook Park, Newark will take place April 6-14, with thousands of cherry trees in full bloom.
NJ may roll back new law that keeps cops away from polling places
Groups fear the proposed about-face could impact voter turnout.
Since COVID moved in, 8 NJ counties have seen a population drop
The coronavirus pandemic launched a population freefall in select New Jersey counties.
These NJ counties are the deadliest for driving
A few counties in New Jersey account for fewer than 10 fatalities over the year. Others recorded dozens over the 12 months, thanks in part to more highway miles and more cars on the roads.
Lawsuit: NJ man now suffers 'extreme pain' when intimate
A New Jersey man can no longer get intimate with his wife without terrible pain thanks to a botched prostate surgery, according to a stomach-churning lawsuit.
Missing NJ woman found dead along interstate highway
Willingboro police had initially posted on their Facebook page that resident Yvrose Germain was missing from her home in the Somerset Park section of Willingboro.
Mom's story about child in car fire was a lie, cops say
Fair Lawn police said the woman was still inside the burning vehicle when they arrived at the car on Saddle River Road in Fair Lawn Saturday afternoon.
Self-defense? Deadly break-in at NJ home under investigation
A man was shot and killed after a break-in involving a hammer at a Mercer County residence.
How do you get to Sesame Street? Come to New Jersey
The Sesame Street Learn and Play Educational Center, featuring interactive experiences using the iconic street, its landmarks, and characters, is set to debut at American Dream later this year.
These New Jersey towns actually reduced property taxes in 2023
Not every town in New Jersey raises property taxes every year. Here is a list of the towns that actually reduced property taxes for 2023.