Towns & Schools

Downtown Showdown

September 1, 2015

Two towns remain in our Downtown Showdown, presented by Kings Food Markets. Who will be crowned the ultimate winner? Vote now!...
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The state's second most populated city is experiencing a cultural revival. Trendy restaurants, hip events and cool shops abound....
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Asbury Park’s downtown has a fun and funky vibe, with a rock ’n‘ roll heritage second to none....
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With vibrant cafes and stunning views of the Manhattan skyline, Hoboken sets the bar high for all other Jersey downtowns....
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Westfield encompasses 1 million square feet of retail space, giving the town a mall-like variety with the charm of a downtown....
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Though perceived as a Duxiana town, Summit's shops allow shoppers to get plenty of bang for their buck. ...
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History buffs will love Morristown's rich Revolutionary War roots, while social butterflies have their pick of a plethora of restaurants and watering holes. ...
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A village bursting with charm, Maplewood is home to various galleries, street events and–most impressive–free parking....
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The definitive ranking of 510 Garden State municipalities, including Ridgewood (above), number 14 in our 2015 list....
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These Garden State spots each have their own unique stories to tell....
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Free community college would open new doors....
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Bloomfield Blossoms

February 9, 2015

Bloomfield College and municipal officials are collaborating to revitalize the Essex County town's historic center, and it's working....
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Entrepreneurs forge ahead amid concerns about taxes, regulations and a shaky NJ economy....
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New book explores the governor’s life and times....
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Atlantic City’s new mayor calls ’em like he sees ’em....
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Congressman Holt is stepping aside—but his concern about global warming has not cooled....
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Two years after Newtown shootings, Jersey school districts handle security in various ways. ...
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How we compile the school rankings....
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Our list of Top High Schools for 2014, conveniently compiled in alphabetical order....
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New Jersey Monthly's bi-annual education issue includes our ranking of the best schools in the state, an exploration of school reform, an in-depth look at the new PARCC testing and plenty more!...
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