Lou Russo and Michele Pilenza celebrate the people, places, stories and everyday moments that make New Jersey unique. Tune in for fun, local conversation straight from the Garden State.
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Is NJ home to the meanest drivers?
If you thought New Jersey drivers were among the meanest drivers in America, a recent study might be proving you right.
Bennies New Jersey scorecard 2026
I call them bennies, you may call them shoobies, but here is their report card for the summer of 2026 at the Jersey Shore.
This glowing halloween experience is coming to NJ this fall
Looking for something fun to do this fall? Check this out!
Four new Wawa projects are in the works across New Jersey
Wawa's New Jersey expansion includes four stores in development.
NJ gears up for local summer
New Jersey residents are sad to see summer go, but we are just as happy to see local summer arrive.
7 Brew Coffee continues NJ expansion with Vineland opening
South Jersey just got another 7 Brew Coffee!
You can find amazing funnel cake at this hidden South Jersey gem
Delicious! One of the best places for funnel cake in South Jersey.
Is New Jersey good at budgeting?
It would stand to reason that New Jersey residents would be good at making a budget, but the results of a new study might surprise you.
Is NJ one of America's rudest states?
There are a lot of things to love and hate about New Jersey, but when it comes to being rude, does New Jersey take the cake?
Thinking about getting engaged? Here are 5 NJ spots to consider
5 beautiful places to pop the question in New Jersey this fall.