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Laurie Cataldo.
7 Things You Need to Survive Allergy Season in New Jersey
It seems the recent unseasonably warm weather has led to some confused plants.
I've noticed some trees starting to bloom, with plants and flowers sprouting way earlier than they should. That also means allergy season may be starting way earlier too. Are you prepared?
I've noticed some trees starting to bloom, with plants and flowers sprouting way earlier than they should. That also means allergy season may be starting way earlier too. Are you prepared?
Carrabba’s Italian Grill Closes in EHT
A popular chain restaurant has shut one of its stores here in South Jersey.
South Jersey Baker Named 2017 James Beard Award Semifinalist
Awards season is in full swing and the restaurant world is no different.
In case you didn't know, the James Beard Awards are like the foodie Oscars, and one local baker has been named as a semifinalist for this year's awards!
In case you didn't know, the James Beard Awards are like the foodie Oscars, and one local baker has been named as a semifinalist for this year's awards!
New Jersey Restaurant Will Reward You For Putting Your Phone Away
Have you ever been at a restaurant when some obnoxious fool at the next table starts bellowing into their phone for a lengthy convo?
How about your own meal companion paying more attention to what's in their hand than you, right in front of their face? A New Jersey eatery is fighting back, rewar…
How about your own meal companion paying more attention to what's in their hand than you, right in front of their face? A New Jersey eatery is fighting back, rewar…
New Jersey Snow Totals for February 9, 2017
Depending where you are in New Jersey, Winter Storm Niko may seem like a bit of a bust, but it's a different story from one end of the state to the other, with a wide range of snow totals.
We'll keep it updated throughout the day, but here's where we stand at the moment!
We'll keep it updated throughout the day, but here's where we stand at the moment!
The 5 Stages of Snow in New Jersey
You know how there's the five stages of grief? Denial, Anger, etc...?
I'm pretty sure it applies to snowstorms in Jersey too. Where are you in the Five Stages of Snow?
I'm pretty sure it applies to snowstorms in Jersey too. Where are you in the Five Stages of Snow?
4 South Jersey Towns Named Among Top 15 to Visit in NJ
We all know that South Jersey is a truly great place to live, and now there's something else to brag about!
Four South Jersey towns made the list of "15 Best Small Towns to Visit in New Jersey."
Four South Jersey towns made the list of "15 Best Small Towns to Visit in New Jersey."
Full Moon, Lunar Eclipse, and Comet Will Be Visible Over New Jersey This Week
New Jersey stargazers will get an extra treat this week with both a lunar eclipse happening during the full moon AND a visible comet overhead all in the same night!
Wayne’s World Returning to South Jersey Theater for 25th Anniversary
It’s hard to believe that Wayne’s World first hit theaters 25 years ago this month!
In honor of the film’s silver anniversary, Wayne and Garth are heading back to the big screen at select theaters this week – including one here in South Jersey...
In honor of the film’s silver anniversary, Wayne and Garth are heading back to the big screen at select theaters this week – including one here in South Jersey...
South Jersey Restaurant Named One of the 100 Most Romantic in the U.S.
With Valentine's Day around the corner, you may be looking for a romantic restaurant to enjoy with your sweetheart.
Looks like South Jersey is actually home to one of the most romantic restaurants in the country!
Looks like South Jersey is actually home to one of the most romantic restaurants in the country!
Two Men Arrested in Connection With Death of Missing New Jersey Teen Sarah Stern
Nearly two months after Neptune City teen Sarah Stern's disappearance, two men have been arrested in connection with her murder.
Richie Sambora Joins Bruce Springsteen and E Street Band in Concert
An alternate Jersey universe? Former Bon Jovi guitarist Richie Sambora joined a different Jersey band this week -- playing with Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band during a recent concert.