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NJ’s Obesity Rate is Lower Than Most States
According to numbers released this week from Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, obesity continues to be a common, serious and costly public health problem across the nation.
Atlantic City High Wire Attempt A Success [VIDEO]
Atlantic City visitors witnessed an event Thursday they will most likely never see again.
County College Presidents’ Compensation Padded With Perks: NJ Report
A report released today by the Office of the State Comptroller found that New Jersey’s community colleges padded their president’s compensation with perks such as housing allowances, meals and airfare.
‘Death Race’ Investigation Leads to Trooper Suspensions [VIDEO]
Two members of the New Jersey State Police have been suspended without pay, and another has been transferred from his command post, as authorities investigate the unauthorized escort by state troopers of a group of sports cars down the New Jersey Turnpike, Garden State Parkway and Atlantic City Expressway.
"Dancin’ on Air" Host Recalls Influence of Dick Clark [VIDEO]
The late Dick Clark was not only a name of the past. His approach to broadcasting, in every type of media, has carried over to the present day. In fact, a show relaunched just last month adopts the style and format made famous by Clark.
New Car Prices Hit Record High
Despite increasing gas prices, automakers are pushing car prices to record levels.
Teens Continue to Text While Driving, Survey Says
According to a survey conducted for State Farm, just 43% of 16 and 17 year old drivers say they have never texted while driving. That is the same percentage as 2010.
No Hugging Allowed at Matawan Aberdeen Middle School? [AUDIO]
CONVERSATION TOPIC: Is a no-hugging rule at school crossing the line? See what outraged parents are saying in the comments section.
Over the loud-speaker last week, hundreds of students at Matawan Aberdeen Middle School heard their principal announce they were in a “no hugging school.”
Teen Suicide Addressed by Governor Christie [VIDEO]
Suicide has become the third leading cause of teen death in the nation. It has been reported that 60% of New Jersey teens’ suicide prevention calls were made to out-of-state organizations. Governor Chris Christie addressed the troubling issue of teen suicide Tuesday during his tenth town hall of the year in Ocean Township.
"Jersey Shore" Not Welcomed By Most
Despite the years-long hype surrounding MTV’s hit reality show “Jersey Shore,” it has not yet won over the majority of New Jersey residents.
The Giants Party Comes Home [VIDEO]
The Giants have received a rousing reception on their home field in New Jersey.
Good News for Fans of "Jersey Boys"
Plans are in the works for a movie to be made of the musical “Jersey Boys.”