St. Patrick’s Day is coming — and every Jersey party needs an exit strategySt. Patrick’s Day is coming — and every Jersey party needs an exit strategyYou know, there's a real art to how we say goodbye at gatherings. Some folks linger, while others slip away like a whisper in the night.Eric "EJ" JohnsonEric "EJ" Johnson
He found a ghost city in the Jersey woods — decades later, I found the answerHe found a ghost city in the Jersey woods — decades later, I found the answerPicture a sprawling city that never quite made it off the drawing board, hidden among the pines. There’s a story lurking there.Eric "EJ" JohnsonEric "EJ" Johnson
Beloved South Jersey Italian restaurant with 80-year roots to closeBeloved South Jersey Italian restaurant with 80-year roots to closeImagine the aroma of homemade marinara wafting through the air—Joe Italiano's Maplewood has been serving up more than just meals since 1945.Eric "EJ" JohnsonEric "EJ" Johnson
The 1880 Mays Landing train wreck: NJ’s forgotten rail disasterThe 1880 Mays Landing train wreck: NJ’s forgotten rail disasterPicture a childhood playground with a dark secret lurking beneath the wooden beams of the old trestle. There's more to that bridge than meets the eye.Eric "EJ" JohnsonEric "EJ" Johnson
NJ driver pleads guilty to 100 mph crash that killed a new momNJ driver pleads guilty to 100 mph crash that killed a new momStephen Sirch has pleaded guilty to charges after the crash that took Karina Castillo's life, and he faces a lengthy prison sentence.Erin VogtErin Vogt
Bar pie, tomato pie, thin crust: the holy trinity of New Jersey pizzaBar pie, tomato pie, thin crust: the holy trinity of New Jersey pizzaImagine gathering with friends for that perfect crispy Bar Pie. It’s not just food; it’s a piece of home.Eric "EJ" JohnsonEric "EJ" Johnson
From Lake Lenape to Cape May: The Staycation secrets of South Jersey familiesFrom Lake Lenape to Cape May: The Staycation secrets of South Jersey familiesStaycations were a way of life for some families, crafting unforgettable moments without traveling far. Mays Landing’s hidden gems kept the fun right at our doorstep.Eric "EJ" JohnsonEric "EJ" Johnson
Are New Jersey malls really dead in 2025? A Jersey kid goes back insideAre New Jersey malls really dead in 2025? A Jersey kid goes back insideAs online shopping rises, it’s hard not to miss the magic of wandering through holiday displays and picking out the perfect gifts in person.Eric "EJ" JohnsonEric "EJ" Johnson
Inside New Jersey’s loud, overstuffed, totally unforgettable holiday feastsInside New Jersey’s loud, overstuffed, totally unforgettable holiday feastsPicture this: seafood roasts and family laughter blending into the festive air. That's holiday magic in New Jersey.Eric "EJ" JohnsonEric "EJ" Johnson
NJ teen charged with killing his motherNJ teen charged with killing his motherAtlantic County Prosecutor William Reynolds said Hamilton police were called to a unit at the Meadowbrook Condos off Route 40 early Saturday night.Dan AlexanderDan Alexander
NJ Army recruiter vanishes before sentencing for teen sex assaultNJ Army recruiter vanishes before sentencing for teen sex assaultA former New Jersey Army National Guard member who admitted to the sexual assault of a teenage girl in a mall parking lot is now a wanted fugitive.Rick RickmanRick Rickman
Airline travel nightmare awaits - NJ Top News Airline travel nightmare awaits - NJ Top News These are the top five stories on New Jersey 101.5 for Friday, November 7, 2025. Jen UrsilloJen Ursillo