NEW JERSEY

Apr 24 2025ENVIRONMENT

New Jersey's Pine Barrens: A Battle Against Nature's Fury

The Pine Barrens of New Jersey are currently under siege by a rapidly spreading wildfire. This blaze, which has already consumed over 20 square miles, is expected to grow even larger before it is fully contained. The good news is that no injuries have been reported so far, and the 5, 000 residents who were evacuated have been allowed to return home. However, the fire...

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Apr 23 2025ENVIRONMENT

Fighting Fire in Southern New Jersey

Southern New Jersey is grappling with a significant wildfire. This fire has scorched over 8, 500 acres, leading to mass evacuations and power outages. The blaze started in the Greenwood Forest Wildlife Management Area of Ocean County. It has caused a lot of trouble for the people living there. The fire started on Tuesday morning. It has been 10% contained, but the c...

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Mar 24 2025POLITICS

New Jersey Gets a Familiar Face in Top Legal Role

The president has made a surprising move, appointing a former personal lawyer and spokeswoman as the interim U. S. attorney for New Jersey. This choice, Alina Habba, is no stranger to legal battles, having defended the president in high-profile civil trials. These cases, brought by the New York attorney general and a writer, ended with significant financial penalties...

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Jan 28 2025TECHNOLOGY

Unexpected Flying Objects: The Truth Behind New Jersey's Nighttime Buzz

Have you heard about the mysterious drones spotted in New Jersey? Turns out, they're not as frightening as they seemed! The White House revealed that these drones were actually permitted by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for various reasons like research. When President Trump mentioned something unusual happening, it was eventually clarified by the White ...

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Jan 04 2025POLITICS

Court Gives Green Light to NYC's Manhattan Toll Plan

"A federal judge has given New York City the go-ahead to start charging drivers $9 to enter Manhattan’s busiest areas. This decision comes after New Jersey tried to stop the new tolling program before it began. The plan, known as congestion pricing, is set to launch on Sunday. Janno Lieber, the chief executive of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, expressed ...

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Dec 31 2024ENVIRONMENT

Traffic Fee Halt: What's up with the Air Quality Concern?

You probably know that New York City’s plan to charge drivers for entering certain busy areas has been stopped temporarily by New Jersey. Why the hold-up? A judge stepped in, worried about how this fee might mess with air quality. New York City wants to keep going, but New Jersey needs more time to check out these worries. The judge has given New York City until mid-...

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Dec 31 2024CRIME

Joe Budden's Unexpected Night: A Legal Ordeal Begins

Ever heard of a sleepwalking story that led to some serious trouble? Well, let's talk about what happened with podcaster Joe Budden in New Jersey. He's been charged with lewdness after an incident in Edgewater. The story unfolded on December 4, and the police got involved after a resident's doorbell camera caught something strange. Imagine this: Joe was found standi...

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Dec 20 2024POLITICS

New Jersey Drones: Flight Restrictions on Key Spots

Drones are being grounded over certain areas in New Jersey. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has rolled out new rules that limit drone flights over important places like power stations and infrastructure. These rules only apply to drones and not to regular planes or helicopters. The move comes after an increase in drone sightings in the Northeast, even thoug...

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Dec 18 2024ENVIRONMENT

Drones and Radioactive Material: No Connection in New Jersey Mystery

Recently, rumors suggested that drones spotted in New Jersey might be searching for missing radioactive material. However, officials have clarified that these speculations are unfounded. The mystery began when a piece of medical equipment containing a small amount of the radioactive isotope Germanium-68 went missing during transport. The device, used for cancer scans...

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Dec 16 2024POLITICS

Cracking the Drone Mystery: New Tech Needed, Say Officials

Recently, mysterious drones have been buzzing over New York and New Jersey, causing worry among residents and officials. Representative Jim Himes, a Democrat from Connecticut, said many people are frustrated due to the uncertainty about these flights. National security officials insist these drones don’t pose a foreign threat or public safety risk, but who’s operatin...

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