Early Addition: In Mamdani’s new house, there are many rooms
Gracie Mansion Because he and his wife now have four extra bedrooms, here are your early links: RIP Dick Codey, RIP Brunswick Square Mall, the benefits of jumping up and down 50 times in the morning and more. [ more › ]
Ex-boyfriend who shot and killed NJ teacher is convicted again
As the courtroom drama unfolds again, the tragic fate of a young mother becomes a powerful reminder of the urgent need for change.
Montclair CFO Resigns Four Months Into Role
Montclair Township is once again looking for a new chief financial officer after its latest CFO resigned less than four months into the position. Deyanira Bartlett, who the town council appointed to the role in October 2025, has resigned, Township Manager Stephen D. Marks said on Monday. Bartlett will remain on until...
Massive merger between 2 N.J. universities gets OK from state
The plan to merge New Jersey City University into Kean University took a big step forward Monday. Gov. Phil Murphy signed legislation transferring all of New Jersey City University’s academic programs, facilities and assets to Kean University while allotting $25 million in support of the transition, among other...
Historic Lion Cubs Born at Turtle Back Zoo: Meet Kito and Anga
Turtle Back Zoo in Essex County, New Jersey, got its first lion cubs in over 60 years. A three-year-old lioness gave birth to two babies in late November. The male and female cubs, named Kito and Anga by TODAY viewers, cap off a year of work by the zoo. These are the first lions ever born at this location.
Bayonne Planning Board could increase density with new redevelopment plans
Several developments are in the works in Bayonne, with three redevelopment plans set to be presented at the January 13th planning board meeting where the governing body could vote to increase density, as well as two redevelopment studies. One redevelopment plan on the agenda is for Russell’s Auto Body at...
This Down-Home Restaurant In New Jersey Serves Up The Best Seafood Pasta You’ll Ever...
Tucked away in the bustling streets of Kearny, New Jersey, Hook & Reel Cajun Seafood & Bar stands as an unassuming treasure trove of maritime delights that will transport your taste buds straight to the bayous of Louisiana. The modest exterior might fool you at first glance. Situated in what...
GlassRoots Is Moving, and It’s a Big Deal for Newark + Montclair
Inside a glass studio in Newark, a furnace burns at 2,300 degrees as artists and students prepare for a major change. After more than two decades at its longtime home on 10 Bleeker Street, GlassRoots, the beloved nonprofit glassworking studio, is stepping into its next chapter with a move just a ten-minute walk away...
Man arrested in burglary in Bloomingdale
BLOOMINGDALE, NJ — A Newark man has been arrested in connection with a commercial burglary that occurred in late December. Gabriel Bay, 57, of Newark, was taken into custody on Jan. 11, 2026, by the New Brunswick Police Department. The Bloomingdale Police Department responded to a business establishment on...
New Rooftop Bar Coming to Belleville in Spring 2026
Michael’s Roscommon House, located at 531 Joralemon Street in Belleville, is a cozy, family-owned and operated sports bar that has long been a favorite among locals in Belleville and the surrounding towns. Now, an exciting new chapter is on the horizon for this neighborhood gem. Michael’s Roscommon House is preparing...

















