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New Mask Guidance For NJ As New COVID Subvariants Emerge

BA.4 and BA.5 appear to spread quicker and evade antibody responses better than prior strains, but vaccines remain effective, research says.

When Is It OK To Set Off Fireworks In The Neighborhood? [Block Talk]

As America’s birthday approaches, is it fair to ask neighbors to end fireworks shows by 11 and confine them to the 4th of July weekend?

Road Work, Commuting Delays In NJ: Patch AM Traffic Digest

Good morning, New Jersey! Here's what you need to know before you leave for your Friday morning commute.

He Wrote 'Hair' In A Hoboken Apartment: James Rado Dies At 90

Hoboken resident James Rado, who helped pen the classic musical "Hair" while living on Tenth Street, passed away this week at 90.

Ford Used Native NJ Lands As 'Toxic Waste Dump,' Covered It Up: State

Long after the Mahwah plant closed, Ford continues to conceal the full extent of the company's contamination, according to the lawsuit.

Major Airline Cutting Flights From Newark Airport: Reports

United Airlines will cut about 50 domestic flights per day from Newark Airport this summer to help ease worries about congestion.

Supreme Court's Gun Law Ruling 'Undermines' NJ's Safety: AG

The U.S. Supreme Court struck down New York's concealed carry law. NJ has similar restrictions.

New Towers, Target Store: Kushner Breaks Ground On One Journal Square

The $1B One Journal Square project will include a Target store and 1,723 apartments in the "heart" of Jersey City by 2026.

NJ Auto Insurance Rates May Skyrocket Under These Bills

A new set of bills may require $1.5M in liability coverage for commercial vehicles and mandate plans with higher premiums for NJ drivers.

21-Year-Old NJ Man Drowns At State Park: Officials

The Rowan College student was possibly swept up by a rip current, state parks officials told Patch.

Timeline For Rain In NJ Thursday Forecast

The Garden State is in store for another wet, gloomy weekday on Thursday. Here’s what to expect.

NJ Highway Pedestrian Crash, Sewer Collapse: Patch AM Traffic Digest

Good morning, New Jersey! Here's what you need to know before you leave for your Thursday morning commute.

Biden’s Federal Gas Tax Holiday: Would It Help Or Hurt New Jersey?

As NJ gas averages nearly $5 per gallon, President Joe Biden will consider a tactic that President Barack Obama once called a 'gimmick.'

Secaucus Real Estate Investing Firm Shut Down By State Of New Jersey

This week, the state of New Jersey issued a cease-and-desist order to a real estate investment company based in Secaucus:

NJ Most 'Vulnerable' Housing Market In The Nation: Report

Much of the state's housing market is vulnerable to declines, with high rates of foreclosures throughout, according to data from ATTOM.

Asbury Park Man Killed Girlfriend's Dog After Argument, Police Say

Police say he texted his girlfriend, threatening the welfare of her dogs, after the two argued. The dog died of blunt-force trauma.

Cardi B, Offset Beat The Heat At American Dream Water Park

Rapping couple Cardi B and Offset, and their children, visit the DreamWorks Water Park to ride the slides and splash in the wave pool.

After 2 Brothers Drown In Hudson County Pool, GoFundMe Exceeds Goal

Two brothers drowned in a pool in Bayonne on June 8. People are donating to help the family as the investigation continues.

Toms River Woman Was High On Weed In Crash That Killed 2: Prosecutor

Daniella Bowker, 30, of Toms River, was charged with vehicular homicide in the fatal chain-reaction collision, authorities said.

UPDATE: Thunderstorms, Downpours, Wind Gusts In Wednesday Forecast

Scattered showers, brisk wind gusts and possible thunderstorms are in the forecast for NJ on Wednesday. Here’s what to know.