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Goya is donating 5,000 pounds of snacks through its Goya Gives initiative for News 12’s back-to-school backpack giveaways in partnership with Optimum and Warner Bros.

Discovery. The giveaways will take place across the region to support students as they start the new school year.

A traveling memorial honoring U.S. service members who died in the Global War on Terrorism is coming to County College of Morris from Sept.

25-27 (admission is free and no registration is needed) at 214 Center Grove Road, with ceremonies beginning on Sept. 24.

Two Northwest New Jersey teens, Brennan Scott of Denville and Mia Sanchez of Franklin, were chosen to perform as Junior Stardusters at Ellen’s Stardust Diner in New York City on Aug.

25 for Kids’ Night on Broadway. They were selected from over 300 submissions to showcase their talent on stage.

A statewide survey finds that saltwater taffy tops nostalgic summer foods for residents, with pork roll and the Jersey tomato sandwich ranking second and third, highlighting boardwalk traditions that echo our cherished summers.

JCP&L is asking the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities to approve an 8.5% rate hike that may add about $14 to monthly electric bills.

The increase is set to take effect in January to support infrastructure upgrades and better reliability amid rising cost concerns.

Atlantic Health and K Health launched an AI platform (PatientGPT and Virtual Primary Care) that uses MyChart records to answer health questions and schedule same day appointments; the beta service (gradually available across New Jersey) will offer accessible digital care in the coming months.

New Jersey researchers studying lung disease, indoor air quality or respiratory illnesses can apply for grants through the 2027-28 American Lung Association Research Awards cycle.

Applicants will be notified in June 2027 after a six to eight-month review process.