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Too Many Heartbreaking Headlines Lately

Lou Russo — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 10:35:16 +0000

We wake up this morning to hear that a fertilizer plant in Texas exploded and leveled the surrounding area, and there are reports of hundreds of injuries and several deaths, It is too early to know all the details , but it's yet another story of catastrophe.

Newtown Tragedy: A Reminder To Us All Of What Really Matters

Lou Russo — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 11:40:53 +0000

The unthinkable happened. The reality of that has hit all of us in the deepest places of our hearts and minds. Our lack of words is replaced with an abundance of tears. And now the things that really matter become our top priority. A week ago, we may have been scrambling to find that toy or [...]

What Jersey Stereotype Upsets You The Most? [POLL]

Lou Russo — Tue, 11 Dec 2012 12:28:06 +0000

One of the weird by-products of Sandy was the ability to talk to insurance workers, utility workers and many other people who came to New Jersey from out of state to help us. I got to hear first hand from many out of staters how surprised they were about how nice we are here in the Garden State.

New Jersey Drivers: How Do You Say "I'm Sorry"? [Jersey's Point of Lou]

Lou Russo — Tue, 02 Oct 2012 12:54:24 +0000

It happens to the best of us. You’re driving along, minding your own business and you go to change lanes and you cut somebody off. You didn’t even see them, but it’s still your fault. So, how do you say “I’m sorry” It’s not easy. Any hand gesture makes it seems like you’re arguing, or [...]

Only In New Jersey: Smiling Is Banned?? [Jersey's Point of Lou]

Lou Russo — Fri, 21 Sep 2012 12:34:17 +0000

New Jersey has banned smiling? Deep down it wouldn’t surprise you would it? Well it’s not true. Actually, it is a little true. The Motor Vehicle Commission has banned smiling for a very good reason. Smiling for your driver’s license photo could interfere with new face recognition software. The MVC says there’s no law against smiling, but they [...]

The Speed Limit And The Limit Of Our Patience [Jersey's Point of Lou]

Lou Russo — Thu, 30 Aug 2012 13:22:49 +0000

We all know driving in New Jersey can be an adventure anytime, anyday, but have you ever seen the reaction of some Garden State drivers when someone near them tries to actually keep it to the speed limit? When we are in a store, we don’t get mad if the person in front of us doesn’t shoplift…because it’s against [...]

It's Not The End Of Summer..It's The Start Of OUR Summer! [Jersey's Point of Lou]

Lou Russo — Thu, 23 Aug 2012 12:51:34 +0000

With each passing day, I get a little more upset that summer is winding down here at the Jersey shore. Then I stop and remind myself that our summer is just about to begin! So many Jersey shore residents I know think there are two summers. There’s the tourist summer, the one with the traffic, crowds, lack of parking and 100% [...]

Before You Complain About This Jersey Shore Heat…

Lou Russo — Fri, 06 Jul 2012 10:52:59 +0000

I am a huge fan of summer, but when we’re expecting temperatures close to 100, it’s tough to be optimistic about that. But before we get into full New Jersey ‘complain mode’, let’s consider some options. Imagine for a minute that you walk outside and you get smacked right in the face with a wind [...]

Bathing Suit Ban In Asbury Park? Let's Think About This! [Jersey's Point of Lou]

Lou Russo — Thu, 28 Jun 2012 11:20:09 +0000

There is a law 1958 law on the books that bans bathing suits on the boardwalk in Asbury Park. One former councilwoman has suggested that authorities should enforce the law, but that idea is meeting resistance, including Asbury Park Deputy Mayor John Loffredo who says that law will be repealed. Let me just say this…hold everything!! None of us like [...]

Does This Heat Make You A Little Cranky? [Jersey's Point of Lou]

Lou Russo — Thu, 21 Jun 2012 12:35:59 +0000

Many studies have been done on how weather affects our mood. So, does the heat really make you cranky? What do you think? I mean, let’s remember, we live in New Jersey. When we miss a traffic light we get cranky. When the guy in front of us on the express lane line at the supermarket has 13 items we [...]

The Venus Transit Has Me Thinking About Jersey Shore 2117: [Jersey's Point Of Lou]

Lou Russo — Wed, 06 Jun 2012 12:04:00 +0000

I have to be honest, I didn't even know this thing had a name. And I was always told not to look at the sun and by the way NASA, I just couldn't seem to find my # 14 welder's glass. I could swear I left it in the garage. Anyway, I was going to skip the Venus Transit altogether until everybody started saying that if I missed it I wouldn't see it again for 105 years. So now I had all this pressure to not miss something I didn't even know existed three days ago.

The Jersey Shore Beach Badge Dilemma [Jersey's Point of Lou]

Lou Russo — Fri, 25 May 2012 13:13:12 +0000

Did you buy your beach badge yet? Which beach? It’s hard to spend all that money and be committed to just one Jersey Shore beach for the whole summer. What if you could buy a beach badge that covered several beaches? Here’s what happens. You buy one beach badge for one town and your friends and [...]

New Jersey Hall of Fame Is Great For The State [Jersey's Point of Lou]

Lou Russo — Wed, 09 May 2012 11:20:26 +0000

If you're like me and sick of only hearing about our state when it's the punchline of a joke, then the New Jersey Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony is a must see! Over the past few years I have been honored to work the red carpet at the ceremonies. I have met some of the world's most famous people, all of whom call or called the Garden State home. It's a day to be proud of New Jersey. This is a day I love. It's a day to put new Jersey on a well deserved pedestal, And it's a great event!

Hey New Jersey…Sometimes We Don't Help Ourselves [Jersey's Point of Lou]

Lou Russo — Wed, 02 May 2012 10:55:53 +0000

I have recently written about how we here in New Jersey get an undeserved reputation for rudeness from out- of- staters, comedians and TV shows. I spoke about how they just don’t get us and don’t know us. Then it dawned on me. The only exposure many of them have to us does make us seem extremely rude. They’ve seen [...]

Spend This Vacation Season In The Garden State! [Jersey's Point of Lou]

Lou Russo — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 11:12:39 +0000

Vacation season is almost here. We all know that money's been kind of tight lately, so you may be thinking about skipping the trip this year. Before you do, though, there is a way to avoid the airports and plane tickets and still get that well deserved vacation. Do what so many out of state people do every year. Vacation in New Jersey!

The Coffee Lid And How It Represents The New Jersey Spirit [Jersey's Point of Lou]

Lou Russo — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 12:25:33 +0000

It's happened to all of us. First thing in the morning we pick up the most important tool in our battle against another workday in the Garden State, the cup of coffee. We anticipate the joy of that first sip. We take it and immediately feel something wet on our chin, and seconds later on our shirt. The lid is leaking...again!!

Hey Hollywood…Stop The New Jersey Jokes! [Jersey's Point of Lou]

Lou Russo — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 13:32:07 +0000

I have seen it first hand a million times. When there are neighbors, children, first responders, or anyone else in need of help, Monmouth and Ocean counties, and all of New Jersey for that matter, always comes through. We reach into our pockets, even when there's not a lot in them to do what we can. We're good neighbors, good friends and good people! So when is Hollywood going to get it? Hey Hollywood..stop the New Jersey jokes!

Should We Make "Local" Garden State Parkway Lanes For Locals Only? [Jersey's Point Of Lou]

Lou Russo — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 13:45:34 +0000

Here comes our favorite time of year. The sun, the boardwalk, the beaches and the tourists. All of those are welcome words to area businesses who are hoping for a big summer tourist season, and we would love to see it be the biggest summer ever! Even still I remember sitting on the Parkway one steamy Friday last summer.

Jersey's Point of Lou: Will Bruce Play Revel?

Lou Russo — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 13:59:29 +0000

There’s no question that both Governor Christie and Bruce Springsteen play politics. The question is with all the politics being played, will Bruce play Revel Casino? Governor Christie publicly called on Springsteen to perform there, but with the Governor and Bruce not on the same political page, will this be a decision that’s good for [...]