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Gas prices fall ahead of Halloween, but remain more than $1 higher than last year, AAA says
The national average price for a gallon of regular gasoline dropped about 5 cents over the past week to $4.22, providing some relief for motorists heading into Halloween weekend, according to AAA. Despite the decline,…
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CPSC announces recalls of coffee makers, space heaters, nursing pillows and other products over safety hazards
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has announced recalls involving millions of consumer products, including space heaters, coffee makers, children’s nursing pillows, dressers, mattresses and power…
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Centenary University honors 30 young alumni for professional achievements, community impact
HACKETTSTOWN, N.J. (Warren County) — Centenary University recognized 30 young alumni for their professional achievements, leadership and community service during its 2026 30 Under 30 and Alumni Association Recognition Awards…
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Driver critically injured in three-vehicle crash involving school transport minivan in Somerset County
HILLSBOROUGH TOWNSHIP, N.J. (Somerset County) — A Hillsborough man was critically injured Thursday morning in a three-vehicle crash on Amwell Road that also involved a school transport minivan carrying a…
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New Jersey health officials urge parents to test children for lead exposure
TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey Department of Health is urging parents and caregivers to have their children tested for lead exposure and take steps to reduce potential hazards in…
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Congressman Tom Kean Jr. introduces bill to fund library construction and modernization
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Rep. Tom Kean Jr., R-N.J., introduced legislation Thursday, Oct. 29, that would create a new federal grant program to support library construction and rehabilitation. The proposed…
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Which Halloween candy takes the top spot in New Jersey for 2026?
NEW JERSEY — Tootsie Pops are New Jersey’s most popular Halloween candy for 2026, followed by Skittles and M&M’s, according to a new state-by-state ranking released by online candy retailer…
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Overnight lane closures scheduled on I-287 southbound in Morris County Thursday and Friday
MORRIS COUNTY, N.J. — Motorists traveling on Interstate 287 southbound through Hanover and Morris townships should expect overnight lane closures Thursday and Friday as construction continues on a $17.5 million…
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State police seek driver who struck pedestrian near stopped school bus in Warren County
ALLAMUCHY TOWNSHIP, N.J. (Warren County) — New Jersey State Police are searching for the driver of a white sedan who allegedly failed to stop for a school bus with its…
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Morris County declares Operation Green Light for Veterans Week Nov. 4-12
MORRIS COUNTY, N.J. — Morris County officials are encouraging residents, businesses and schools to display green lights in honor of military veterans as part of Operation Green Light for Veterans…
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Breast cancer patient launches cooking blog after learning cancer spread to her brain
ALLENTOWN, Pa. (Lehigh County) — A 29-year-old Pennsylvania woman battling stage IV breast cancer has turned her passion for cooking into a way to connect with other cancer patients, launching…
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Man charged with DWI after allegedly speeding, driving onto median on Route 15 in Sussex County
SPARTA TOWNSHIP, N.J. (Sussex County) — A 32-year-old Elizabeth man was arrested on a driving while intoxicated charge after police allegedly observed him speeding and driving onto a grass median…
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New Jersey Agricultural Society joins EPA initiative to reduce food waste, fight hunger
NEW JERSEY — The New Jersey Agricultural Society has joined a nationwide initiative led by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency aimed at reducing food waste and connecting surplus agricultural products…
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New Jersey Poison Control Center warns of dangerous opioid-like effects of 7-OH and kratom products
NEW JERSEY — The New Jersey Poison Control Center is warning consumers about the potentially serious health risks associated with concentrated and synthetic kratom-related products, including 7-hydroxymitragynine, commonly known as…
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31-year-old man killed in fiery crash in Hunterdon County
READINGTON TOWNSHIP, N.J. (Hunterdon County) — A 31-year-old Whitehouse Station man was killed Wednesday evening after his vehicle left the roadway, struck a tree and caught fire in Readington Township,…
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Warren County honors first responders for dedication, service to communities
WARREN COUNTY, N.J. — The Warren County Board of County Commissioners recognized National First Responders Day on Wednesday, Oct. 28, with an annual proclamation honoring the courage, dedication and sacrifices…
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Blue Sky DEF opens new 58,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Hunterdon County
RARITAN TOWNSHIP, N.J. (Hunterdon County) — Blue Sky DEF celebrated the grand opening of its new 58,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Raritan Township last week, marking an expansion of the company’s…
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Branchburg mayor calls for Route 202 intersection safety improvements following fatal crash
BRANCHBURG TOWNSHIP, N.J. (Somerset County) — Following a fiery crash that killed a Branchburg man earlier this week, Mayor James Schworn is calling for expedited safety improvements at the intersection…
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Veterans Day ceremony to be held Nov. 11 at American Legion in Hackettstown
HACKETTSTOWN, N.J. (Warren County) — American Legion Blue Ridge Post 164 will host a Veterans Day ceremony on Wednesday, Nov. 11, to honor the men and women who have served…
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Police seek minivan involved in hit-and-run crash with bicyclist in Morris County
FLORHAM PARK BOROUGH, N.J. (Morris County) — Police are searching for a minivan believed to have been involved in a hit-and-run crash that struck a bicyclist Wednesday evening in Florham…
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Congressman Tom Kean Jr. visits Somerset County manufacturer to discuss jobs, workforce training
BRANCHBURG TOWNSHIP, N.J. (Somerset County) — U.S. Rep. Tom Kean Jr. recently visited Triad Tool Company Inc. in Branchburg alongside representatives from the New Jersey Manufacturing Extension Program (NJMEP) to…
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