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The 64% who said they were optimistic represents a decline from 72% who said the same in 2021, but the comeback from the COVID-19 pandemic shaped a lot of that.

The pairing of new technologies like self-checkout with traditional in-store operations has literally opened new doors, either for businesses looking to expand or daring to debut.

Never mind stuffing the bird, it's time to stuff the stockings.

Is it still too soon to be thinking Halloween in New Jersey?

For certain businesses, the pandemic wasn't all doom and gloom.

The next New Jersey stores on the chopping block are in Marlton and Lawrenceville.

Some of these chains are going to attempt to re-organize and stay afloat while others are going to close completely.

Before you set out on your holiday shopping spree this year, make sure to check this list to see which stores are no longer operating throughout the Garden State.

With nearly 20 vacant stores and a food court that has been reduced to a lone Dunkin' Donuts, the Steeplegate Mall is in desperate need of a makeover.

From heavy coats to snowblowers, the demand in New Jersey for winter essentials just isn't there.