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Hazel and Mocha from Pawsitively Furever Dog Rescue are available for adoption! š¾
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Fourteen New Jersey hospitals are among the safest in the U.S. based on more than a dozen factors from a low number of surgical complications to patients being discharged without bed sores, according to a report released this week.
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These 14 NJ hospitals are among the safest in U.S. Is yours one?
Fourteen New Jersey hospitals are among the safest based on more than a dozen factors such as a low number of surgical complications, one report says.
https://www.northjersey.com/story/news/health/2026/03/13/these-14-nj-hospitals-are-among-the-safest-in-u-s-is-yours-one/89115882007/
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One of the counts Gateway filed against the feds not addressed at Thursday's hearing involve project funding being improperly suspended.
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After judge rules on Gateway tunnel money, two key issues remain
One of the counts Gateway filed against the feds not addressed at Thursday's hearing involve project funding being improperly suspended.
https://www.northjersey.com/story/news/transportation/2026/03/12/after-judge-rules-on-gateway-tunnel-money-two-key-issues-remain/89121951007/
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A looming deadline with significant consequences is driving most municipalities to comply with the state's latest round of affordable housing mandates, while some local leaders and residents continue to voice their opposition.
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Comply or lose zoning control? NJ towns face this housing deadline
If local governments donāt approve their latest plans by March 15 deadline, they could lose legal protections against builder's lawsuits.
https://www.northjersey.com/story/news/new-jersey/2026/03/12/nj-towns-march-15-affordable-housing-deadline/89066231007/
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With a major change to the state's annual standardized assessment tests starting next week, some New Jersey school district leaders are frustrated by how slowly information on the change was released by the state Department of Education.
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Why are NJ districts complaining about new 'adaptive' state tests?
School leaders say the state's rollout of new, adaptive NJSLA and NJGPA state testing should have considered local needs and district feedback.
https://www.northjersey.com/story/news/education/2026/03/11/nj-school-districts-complaining-new-state-tests/89080635007/
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One of three massive redevelopment projects at Paramus' biggest shopping malls will finish construction this summer. Another will have to wait until 2027.
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The first of Paramus' three big mall makeovers is nearly complete
Developers plan hundreds of new housing units and retail at Paramus Park, Bergen Town Center and Garden State Plaza. Here's the timeline.
https://www.northjersey.com/story/news/bergen/paramus/2026/03/10/paramus-nj-mall-housing-projects-completion/89071748007/
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Are you looking to welcome a new furry family member into your home? Meet these adoptable animals, the longest residents of the Bergen County Animal Shelter.
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Here are our favorite classic restaurants in North Jersey; go for the food, sure, but stay for the casual comfort and great vibes.
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Best NJ restaurants? 5 classics that stand the test of time
For North Jersey's classic restaurants ā that is, time-tested restaurants where good food reigns supreme ā we say, if it ain't broke, don't fix it!
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Former Gov. Phil Murphy traveled 11 times on Choose New Jersey-sponsored trips abroad. Who paid for his staff to travel?
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Who paid the bill for Phil Murphy's staff to travel abroad for NJ?
Former Gov. Phil Murphy traveled 11 times on Choose New Jersey-sponsored trips abroad. Who paid for his staff to travel? New Jersey taxpayers.
https://www.northjersey.com/story/news/new-jersey/governor/2026/03/05/choose-new-jersey-paid-phil-murphy-staff-travel-abroad-nj/88985474007/
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The largest of New Jersey's five Catholic dioceses, the Newark Archdiocese serves approximately 1.3 million people in Bergen, Essex, Hudson and Union counties.
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NJ's biggest Catholic diocese hits pause on plan to merge parishes
The Newark Archdiocese will extend its 'We Are His Witnesses' review of potential mergers. Where does that leave its 211 parishes?
https://www.northjersey.com/story/news/religion/2026/03/04/newark-archdiocese-merge-nj-parishes-pause/88978738007/
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Parsippany, NJ-based B&G Foods is selling its acclaimed home foods brand Green Giant.
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Green Giant just got sold. Why NJ-based iconic brand changed hands
Parsippany-based B&G Foods is selling its acclaimed home foods brand Green Giant, whose packaging depicts the Jolly Green Giant.
https://www.northjersey.com/story/news/business/2026/03/03/green-giant-sold-nj-brand/88957911007/
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As of Monday, New Jersey gas prices at the pumps were an average of $2.91 a gallon, down from $2.92 a week ago but still up from $2.86 a month ago, according to figures from AAA.
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How much could NJ gas prices rise after U.S., Israeli strikes on Iran?
A chief concern is whether oil could still move through a narrow body of water called the Strait of Hormuz, through which 20% of global oil passes.
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Bella and Yoda are both fully vetted and are hoping to find their forever families.
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Meet the North Jersey adoptable pets of the week Bella and Yoda
If you work at or volunteer with a North Jersey animal shelter or rescue, send your adoptable pets to
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to be featured.
https://www.northjersey.com/story/news/local/2026/02/27/dogs-for-adoption-all-humane-animal-rescue-wanaque-nj-bella-yoda/88880865007/
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In the aftermath of this weekās blizzard, residents in Paterson, NJ have transformed everyday household items into makeshift parking spot āsavers,ā staking claim to the curbside real estate they painstakingly shoveled out.
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See what people in North Jersey use to save dug-out parking spots
A view in Paterson Feb. 26 showed some unique items people used to save parking spots they dug out from the snow.
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Voting for this NJ chicken parmesean bracket ends at 11:59 p.m. Friday, February 27.
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Who has the best chicken parm in North Jersey? You tell us!
Think you know where to find the best chicken parm in North Jersey? Weigh in with your vote in our Sweet 16 round, and come back all of March for more
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Some North Jersey towns saw over a foot of snow in this week's blizzard.
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Was this blizzard among biggest NJ storms ever? Here's where it ranks
The blizzard that rocked New Jersey on Feb. 22 to 23 was one of the largest snowstorms in state history.
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It's cold outside and the snow is piled up. Warm up after you hang up your mittens with one of these comforting recipes.
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Want to cook during the snowstorm? 8 great things to make
When the snow is coming down hard outside, thereās nothing like puttering around in a warm kitchen, taking the time to prepare something from scratch.
https://www.northjersey.com/story/life/food/recipes/2026/02/23/snow-storm-cooking/88824708007/
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Champ and Cooper from Eleventh Hour Rescue are available for adoption! š¾
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Inspired by Olympic success, people are discovering the sport of curling. Learn how local clubs are growing the game.
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Team USA women's hockey won its first Olympic gold medal in eight years, and did it in dramatic fashion.
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'Stuff of legends!': What USA hockey fans say about women's Olympic gold
Hockey fans took to social media to celebrate Team USA women's hockey dramatic gold medal victory at the 2026 Olympics.
https://www.northjersey.com/story/sports/olympics/2026/02/19/team-usa-women-hockey-fans-react-gold-medal-2026-olympics/88765082007/
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Saks Fifth Avenue is laying off 58 employees at its two-story luxury store at the American Dream mall in East Rutherford as it prepares to close the store amid its bankruptcy. But another North Jersey Saks location will remain open.
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Saks will close American Dream store. Why not Bergen Town Center?
Saks Fifth Avenue is laying off 58 employees at its two-story luxury store at the American Dream mall. The Saks Off 5th in Paramus will stay open.
https://www.northjersey.com/story/news/business/2026/02/19/saks-close-american-dream-store-bergen-town-center/88735735007/
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A bald eagle is being treated at a North Jersey facility a day after being rescued from an icy New York river.
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Bald eagle being treated in NJ after rescue from Hudson River ice
A bald eagle is being treated at a North Jersey facility a day after being rescued from the icy Hudson River.
https://www.northjersey.com/story/news/new-jersey/2026/02/18/bald-eagle-hudson-river-ice-rescue-being-treated-in-nj/88744745007/
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New Jersey is one of dozens of states that have been affected by the massive recall of more than 20,000 peanut butter products after possible plastic contamination was discovered during manufacturing.
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New Jersey included in nationwide peanut butter recall. What to know
The FDA has recalled more than 20,000 peanut butter products across 40 states, including New Jersey.
https://www.northjersey.com/story/news/2026/02/18/peanut-butter-recall-by-fda-includes-new-jersey-these-other-states/88717537007/
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food and dining reporter Matt Cortina is visiting the 25 most essential restaurants in North Jersey via readers' requests. Next stop: Star Tavern.
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Before it was listed for sale for almost $4 million, the 47-acre New Jersey estate was home to the man who fed George Washington's Continental Army.
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This 250-year-old NJ home with ties to Gen. Washington listed for sale
Lansdown, a 47-acre estate, was home to Charles Stewart, Commissary General for George Washington and listed for almost $4 million.
https://www.northjersey.com/story/money/real-estate/2026/02/13/nj-home-george-washington-army-listed-for-sale/88649329007/
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A Valentine's Day gift for readers: We asked couples at a Paramus assisted living community, some married for over 60 years, to share some wisdom.
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A broken pipe once helped close one of his restaurants for good. So when it happened again, it felt like a nightmare scenario for Dan DeMiglio.
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The risk for colon cancer is rising in young people, as James Van Der Beek dies from the disease at 48.
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Actor James Van Der Beek dies at 48. What to know about colon cancer
The risk for colon cancer is rising in young people, as James Van Der Beek dies from the disease at 48.
https://www.northjersey.com/story/news/health/2026/02/11/james-van-der-beek-dies-what-know-colon-cancer/88629536007/
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Google the phrase ādead malls in New Jerseyā and youāll be hit with a few contenders ā but a standout in North Jersey is Livingston Mall.
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Former Rep. Tom Malinowski conceded to Analilia Mejia in the NJ-11 Democratic special primary.
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Former Rep. Tom Malinowski concedes to Analilia Mejia in NJ-11 primary
Former Rep. Tom Malinowski conceded to Analilia Mejia in the NJ-11 Democratic special primary.
https://www.northjersey.com/story/news/politics/elections/2026/02/10/tom-malinowski-concedes-analilia-mejia-nj-11-special-election/88605170007/
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In a win for New Jersey, the state has retained $1 billion in approved federal funding for K-12 public schools that the Trump administration said it would withhold if states did not comply with its demand that schools certify that their "DEI practices" are lawful.
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NJ gets $1B back after feds abandon school DEI demands. What happened?
New Jersey has protected $1 billion in K-12 funding after the Trump administration stopped pursuing an anti-DEI directive.
https://www.northjersey.com/story/news/education/2026/02/10/nj-funds-back-feds-trump-abandon-school-dei-demands/88595026007/
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A North Jersey chef and restaurant owner had the opportunity to go head-to-head with a celebrity chef on the newest episode of Food Network's "Beat Bobby Flay."
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North Jersey chef competes against Bobby Flay on Food Network
Antonio De Ieso, chef and co-owner of Fiorentini in Rutherford, faced off against Bobby Flay in Food Network's "Beat Bobby Flay." Here's how he did.
https://www.northjersey.com/story/entertainment/tv/2026/02/06/nj-chef-antonio-de-ieso-food-network-beat-bobby-flay/88548453007/
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Former New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll has officially put his North Jersey mansion on the market as he gears up for his new role as offensive coordinator for the Tennessee Titans.
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Former Giants head coach lists NJ mansion for sale. See how much
Former New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll has put his sprawling Bergen County mansion on the market.
https://www.northjersey.com/story/money/real-estate/2026/02/06/brian-daboll-lists-nj-home-for-sale-ny-giants-coach/88530536007/
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The Westwood community will celebrate its beloved Kissing Tree, which is fighting a terminal disease, at a Valentineās Day event.
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Westwood's Kissing Tree, terminally ill, gets Valentine's celebration
Westwood's historic Kissing Tree has been diagnosed with a terminal disease. The borough is exploring experimental treatments to save it.
https://www.northjersey.com/story/news/bergen/westwood/2026/02/05/westwood-nj-kissing-tree-risk-valentines-day-2026/88482009007/
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The CEO of Simon Property Group, which own three major North Jersey malls, said tariffs could hit smaller retailers hard, forcing bankruptcies.
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Here's what big North Jersey mall owner warns about retail in 2026
The CEO of Simon Property Group, which own three major North Jersey malls, said tariffs could hit smaller retailers hard, forcing bankruptcies.
https://www.northjersey.com/story/news/business/2026/02/04/simon-malls-owner-warns-retail-2026-nj/88493754007/
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Does your morning commute feel less like the Garden State Parkway and more like "Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome"? The numbers back you up, New Jersey.
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Here's why New Jersey roads feel more dangerous since COVID
New Jersey roads feel wilder for a reason. Traffic deaths surged after COVID and remain higher, propelled by distracted and aggressive driving.
https://www.northjersey.com/story/news/transportation/2026/02/03/nj-roads-dangerous-driving/87996227007/
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Some of the towns with recent water main breaks include Haledon, Glen Rock, Butler, Bloomingdale, West Orange and more.
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Numerous NJ water main breaks reported amid bitter cold. Where and why
Some of the towns with recent water main breaks include Haledon, Glen Rock, Butler, Bloomingdale, West Orange and more.
https://www.northjersey.com/story/news/new-jersey/2026/01/30/nj-water-main-breaks-locations-cold-weather/88432573007/
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It's a rare game when a high school athletic trainer has to deal with more than one medical emergency, but that's just what happened at the Northern Highlands-Teaneck basketball game this week.
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One high school game, two medical crises and trainer who didn't flinch
Northern Highlands ahletic trainer Pete Koeniges was faced with two serious medical emergencies at the boys' basketball game against Teaneck.
https://www.northjersey.com/story/news/bergen/2026/01/30/northern-highlands-athletic-trainer-saves-teaneck-nj-basketball-player/88413959007/
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'The Jersey Eats Podcast,' a weekly look at New Jersey food from food reporters Kara VanDooijeweert and Matt Cortina, takes on pizza this week.
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'The Jersey Eats Podcast' takes on pizza with these spots to visit
'The Jersey Eats Podcast,' a weekly look at New Jersey food from food reporters Kara VanDooijeweert and Matt Cortina, takes on pizza this week.
https://www.northjersey.com/story/entertainment/dining/2026/01/29/the-jersey-eats-podcast-best-pizza-places-nj/88385378007/
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food and dining reporter Matt Cortina is visiting the 25 most essential restaurants in North Jersey via readers' requests. Next stop: Holsten's.
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With ice cream, nostalgia and TV fame, Holsten's is an iconic NJ spot
Hoslten's in Bloomfield may be known to the world as where Tony Soprano's story ended, but to us in North Jersey, it's an essential eatery.
https://www.northjersey.com/story/entertainment/dining/2026/01/28/holstens-bloomfield-most-essential-nj-restaurants-sopranos/88367310007/
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Trends currently show the potential snow to fall Saturday night into Sunday, according to the National Weather Service.
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Another NJ snowstorm this weekend? What forecasts are predicting
Trends currently show the potential snow to fall Saturday night into Sunday, according to the National Weather Service.
https://www.northjersey.com/story/news/new-jersey/2026/01/27/another-snow-storm-nj-latest-weekend-weather-forecasts/88365600007/
about 2 months ago
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Floyd Vivino, best known as the beloved comedian, musician and TV personality "Uncle Floyd" who became a fixture in New Jersey culture, has died. He was 74.
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Uncle Floyd, legendary NJ comedian and TV personality, dies
Floyd Vivino, best known as the beloved comedian and TV personality "Uncle Floyd" who became a fixture in New Jersey culture, has died. He was 74.
https://www.northjersey.com/story/news/2026/01/23/uncle-floyd-vivino-legendary-nj-comedian-and-tv-personality-dies/88314871007/
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Gov. Mikie Sherrill will face her first major weather test during her tenure this week as a winter storm bears down on the Garden State.
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With NJ on winter storm watch, will Sherrill be ready to respond?
The Sherrill administration outlines its plans to prepare for a winter storm that could wallop New Jersey in the days ahead.
https://www.northjersey.com/story/news/new-jersey/governor/2026/01/22/nj-winter-storm-mikie-sherrill-plan-weather-emergency/88289502007/
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Will Gov. Mikie Sherrillās executive orders help New Jersey electric ratepayers? Here is what we know.
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Gov. Mikie Sherrillās orders help for NJ utility ratepayers
Will Gov. Mikie Sherrillās executive orders help New Jersey electric ratepayers? Here is what we know.
https://www.northjersey.com/story/news/new-jersey/governor/2026/01/21/mikie-sherrill-executive-orders-help-electric-rates-nj/88272752007/
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These 8 spots are worth the wait. Here are the most in-demand spots in North Jersey and how to get a table at them.
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The 8 toughest restaurant reservations to get in North Jersey
These 8 spots are worth the wait. Here are the most in-demand spots in North Jersey and how to get a table at them.
https://www.northjersey.com/story/entertainment/dining/2026/01/20/8-toughest-north-jersey-restaurants-to-get-a-reservation/88217070007/
about 2 months ago
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"Crumbly." "Cinnamon-y." "To die for." These words describe readers' favorite crumb cake in North Jersey.
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This crumb cake is the best in North Jersey, according to you
"Crumbly." "Cinnamon-y." "To die for." These words describe readers' favorite crumb cake in North Jersey.
https://www.northjersey.com/story/entertainment/dining/2026/01/16/best-crumb-cake-in-north-jersey-according-to-readers/88221399007/
about 2 months ago
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North Jersey based developer Tulfra Real Estate is suing the township of Rochelle Park, accusing it of "sabotaging" one of its projects.
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NJ developer sues Bergen County town, says it 'sabotaged' project
North Jersey based developer Tulfra Real Estate is suing the township of Rochelle Park, accusing it of "sabotaging" one of its projects.
https://www.northjersey.com/story/money/real-estate/2026/01/16/nj-developer-rochelle-park-lawsuit-sabotaged-project/88197209007/
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As Mikie Sherrill takes office as New Jersey's second woman governor, what are her top priorities?
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What are Mikie Sherrill's top priorities as she becomes NJ governor?
As Mikie Sherrill takes office as New Jersey's second woman governor, what are her top priorities?
https://www.northjersey.com/story/news/new-jersey/governor/2026/01/15/mikie-sherrill-priorities-nj-governor/88035780007/
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From these regional superstars, select the North Jersey bakery you think makes the most delicious crumb-topped treat.
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Vote now on who makes the best crumb cake in North Jersey
Let's settle this Jersey-specific debate once and for all. Vote here for who you think makes the most delicious crumb-topped treat.
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Chairman Kevin O'Toole and Executive Director Rick Cotton have overseen one of the most productive periods in the sprawling bistate agency's history.
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This dynamic duo steered the Port Authority away from a toxic past
Chairman Kevin O'Toole and Executive Director Rick Cotton have overseen one of the most productive periods in the sprawling bistate agency's history.
https://www.northjersey.com/story/news/transportation/2026/01/14/port-authority-nj-steered-toxic-past-dynamic-duo/87606647007/
about 2 months ago
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