Before becoming a digital reporter and fill-in news anchor for New Jersey 101.5, my NJ journalism roots began as faux interviews on a Fisher Price tape recorder. Relatives might say my "gift of gab" grew from there. As a wife and momma of two kiddos, I firmly believe that life’s too short to drink bad coffee. I'm also a fan of the beach, Dave Grohl and karma.
Erin Vogt
CDC drops some masking restrictions as NJ fully vaccinates 1.66M
With teachers now eligible for shots, it will still be weeks before the vaccine supply in-state begins to move closer to the demand, Gov. Murphy said on Monday.
NJ mega-site plans for teachers, school staff COVID-19 vaccines
All school districts in Gloucester County will be added to the schedule for vaccinations, now that educators are eligible for shots.
Can you COVID ‘vaccine shop’ in New Jersey for a certain brand?
You've heard time and again that all three available options are effective — and that supply can vary. Is it possible to actively seek out one brand in particular in NJ?
Teachers, Uber drivers, store clerks: Who’s eligible now for the vaccine?
People with asthma and high blood pressure also soon will become eligible to book an appointment for a shot in New Jersey.
On NJ unemployment for a full year? New process, less filing
State labor officials say they've been prepping to deal with a record wave of claims reaching one-year reviews amid COVID-19.
NJ animal shelter takes in rescue dogs, cats amid TX winter storm
St. Hubert's made room for dozens of animals that arrived in Morristown, as Texas shelters were dealing with burst pipes and other damages, officials said.
NJ businesses won’t be taxed on paycheck protection loans
More than 155,000 paycheck protection program (PPP) loans have been received in New Jersey during the pandemic, for a total of $17.3 billion.
NJ customers will see Comcast data surcharge fees in summer
The data overage fees — up to $100 more per bill — were delayed from January, amid pressure not to start during pandemic usage.
NJ county health COVID-19 vaccine clinics wait for stable supply
Ocean, Monmouth and Somerset Counties have all seen changes in the weekly amount of vaccine received, stemming from the federal supply.
The SAT is dropping essay option, subject tests for HS students
Losing the choice of a timed writing sample after the standardized prep test will be met with relief by some,and frustration by others, an NJ educational expert said.
NJ smokers getting vaccine priority over teachers rankles many
The addition of a CDC list of high-risk medical conditions ahead of educators "in line" for vaccinations in New Jersey does not sit well with some concerned for a safe return to classrooms.
Murphy waives graduation test requirement for Class of 2021
Due to coronavirus, high schoolers do not have to take a final assessment test in order to graduate in New Jersey.