New Jersey’s AI Data Center Boom Sparks Pushback From Residents
Garden Staters are fuming over enormous AI data centers in their backyards, citing noise, pollution, high energy costs and concerns about property values.
The Best Fall Day Trips in New Jersey
Autumn is all about exploring the Garden State’s most picturesque pleasures—from a coastal birding excursion to a quaint small town to a quirky pumpkin tradition.
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New Jersey Celebrities Who Have Died in 2026
James Van Der Beek, Produce Pete and other stars we’ve lost this year.
Singer/Songwriter Duncan Sheik, a NJ Native, Dies at 56
The Montclair native was known for the hit song “Barely Breathing” and later scored Spring Awakening.
One of NJ’s Oldest Hotels Reopens With Two New Dining Concepts; More Dining News
Serving up the latest happenings on the Garden State food scene every week.
Mexican and Asian Cuisines Collide at This South Jersey Spot
AXO Restaurant in Lindenwold serves everything from birria ramen to Korean-spiced tacos.
The Ridgewood Tapas Restaurant That’s Buzzing Even on Weeknights
Cravings Tapas Bistro is a lively spot that invites lingering.
6 Staples Our Editors Love for Fall
Soft knits and warm colors are on tap for the new season.
Kool & the Gang’s Robert Bell Carries on His Late Wife’s Legacy of Music Education in NJ and Beyond
Kool Kids Foundation provides supplies and support to schools and youth programs in music and the performing arts.
Top Theater Performances to Catch in New Jersey This Fall
These classic and contemporary works are lighting up stages across the state this season.
NJ Restaurant Makes New York Times Top 50 List
Korai Kitchen in Jersey City has a $95 rotating prix-fixe menu of Bangladeshi fare.
Freehold Native Katie Dippold’s Widow’s Bay Wins 14 Emmys
Plus, other New Jersey stars and shows that took home honors on Emmy night.
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Bravo Star Gia Giudice Debuts Italian Restaurant Il Vero
Giudice, daughter of RHONJ star Teresa Giudice, calls food a “love language” in their family.
New Jersey Celebrities Who Have Died in 2026
James Van Der Beek, Produce Pete and other stars we’ve lost this year.
The 50 Best Restaurants in New Jersey
The Garden State’s dining scene has it all—from incredible Italian food to amazing Asian fare, French cuisine and more.
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How to Spend a Day in Maplewood
Spend a fun day noshing and shopping in this Essex County town.
South Jersey Matchbook Collectors Won’t Let This Niche Hobby Flame Out
Richard L. Greene has a massive, 750,000-matchbook collection with thousands of New Jersey match covers.
Mud Dredged From a Hidden South Jersey Spot Is Baseball’s Secret Weapon
It’s used by MLB, minor league and college teams to make every ball ready for play.
Eat & Drink
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Celebrity Chef Yotam Ottolenghi Likes to Keep Things Simple
The chef is set to speak with Ina Garten at a Montclair event in celebration of his new cookbook, Simple Too.
Review: This Pinelands Restaurant Channels Upscale Summer Camp
At Hollow Pines in West Creek, cocktails and elevated comfort food meet fire pits, duckpin bowling, live music and more.
Grab Lunch, Then Stock Up for Dinner at Bernardsville’s Butcher & Farmer
This one-stop shop is part eatery, part market and part whole-animal butcher.
Gilmore Girls Star Scott Patterson Gets Nostalgic About Jersey Diners and His ‘Beautiful’ Haddonfield Childhood
His new cookbook, Dishes From the Diner, is a love letter to greasy-spoon culture onscreen and off.
NJ Publicist Who Represented Windows on the World Remembers the Famed Restaurant 25 Years After 9/11
Reflecting on the exhilarating space in the North Tower—and the outpouring of support, love and community that followed its loss.
A Montclair Whiskey Brand Is Winning Over Drinkers Across NJ and Beyond
With Misunderstood Whiskey, childhood friends J.D. Recobs and Chris Buglisi set out to create a smoother, more approachable whiskey.
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15 Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Morristown
There’s everything from an old-arcade to science to amazing scoops of ice cream.
52 Things You Must Do in New Jersey
The best places and experiences to check off your list.
Discover NJ Museums: Ultimate Guide to Under-the-Radar Places
These lesser-known museums are fascinating treasure troves of art, history, wildlife and some of the oddest oddities around.
Free Things in NJ That Every Bargain Hunter Will Love
Get a free haircut, grab some furniture and enjoy our state’s museums without opening your wallet.
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25 Years After 9/11, New Jerseyans’ Stories of Grief, Courage and Hope Endure
New Jersey reporter Mike Kelly’s new book, After Ground Zero, follows 26 lives forever changed by September 11, 2001.
College Students and Professors Are Fighting Cuts to Humanities Departments
Montclair State students and faculty have joined a national debate over the future of the humanities in higher ed.
The Top-Ranked Pickleball Team in the World Has Jersey Roots
The team is led by 19-year-old Anna Leigh Waters, the No. 1 player in the world.
Glassboro’s Xavier Sabb Is One of the Top High School Football Players in the Country
Sabb is heading to football powerhouse Oregon this January.
Arts & Culture
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Martin McDonagh’s Wild Horse Nine to Open 15th Montclair Film Festival
The festival typically attracts a starry array of guests.
10 Things to Do at the Jersey Shore in the Fall
Head down the Shore to enjoy “local summer” away from the crowds of the high season.
Director Elegance Bratton Went From Homelessness to Hollywood
The Jersey City native was raised in Phillipsburg and directs the new film By Any Means.
Adam Sandler and Salma Hayek Film Grown Ups 3 at NJ Water Park
The movie has been filming around the Garden State this summer.
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Fox News’s Dana Perino Talks Kicking Back in Bay Head and Being ‘A Little Too Old’ for Parker House
The co-host of The Five wrote much of her bestselling debut novel, Purple State, at her Jersey Shore home.
New Jersey Comedians Defend Our State
Some of Jersey’s greatest comic minds fire back against the jokes we’ve all heard too many times.
Dionne Warwick on Her Final Album and Farewell Tour, the Magic of New Jersey, and Why She’s Always Been ‘Straight-Up’
The lifelong New Jerseyan, music legend and social media icon is taking her final recording and touring bow—but she’ll still share her clever quips on Twitter.
Harlan Coben on His New Memoir, Netflix Hit I Will Find You and Why Jersey Makes a Great Thriller Backdrop
The best-selling novelist’s new memoir, Plot Twist, is out September 8.
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A Cookie-Cutter Colonial in Randolph Gets a Modern, Family-Friendly Makeover
Warm layers, subtle European details and family-first functionality transformed this 1990s home.
Built to Belong: This New Summit Home Looks Like It’s Always Been There
The Georgian-style residence blends seamlessly with its historic surroundings.
Historic Rumson Riverfront Home Reimagined as a Timeless Family Retreat
“The goal was not to create a beach house, but a forever home that reflects the sky and coastline.”
Is This Hoboken’s Most Cheerful Home?
A once-lackluster brownstone gets a colorful makeover.
Style & Shopping
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NJ’s Mr. Throwback Sells the Coolest Vintage Sports Tees Around
Merch runs the gamut from vintage Knicks T-shirts to ’80s Devils gear.
Little Words Project Founder Turned Pain Into Power With Her Bracelet Brand
Adriana Carrig’s popular brand sells friendship bracelets that use words to uplift rather than to hurt.
This Bay Head Boutique Offers One-of-a-Kind Finds at Accessible Prices
Bentley Inn owner Tess Hazen’s newest shop, August, features carefully curated clothing, jewelry and home items, with most pieces priced between $80 and $100.
Former School Teacher’s South Orange Boutique Is Part Apothecary, Part Curiosity Shop
Kris Haas offers a highly curated selection of wellness and lifestyle products.