🎶 Music & Entertainment
- Kendrick Lamar & SZA’s Grand National Tour at MetLife Stadium
Don’t miss the dynamic duo as they bring their ‘Grand National Tour’ to East Rutherford on May 8 and 9. Expect a nearly three-hour show featuring hits from Lamar’s latest album GNX and SZA’s SOS. Tickets start at $89 before fees. MetLife Stadium+3New York Post+3Wikipedia+3 - North Jersey Blues Society Artist Emergency Relief Fundraiser
Join the North Jersey Blues Society on June 8 at The Stanhope House for a fundraiser aimed at supporting local artists in crisis. The event seeks to double the current $1,400 balance of the Artist Emergency Relief Fund. - Dinosaur Messy Play for Little Paleontologists
Calling all toddlers and young children! Engage in a hands-on experience with fossils, sensory bins, and dinosaur painting at Play Learn Connect in Cherry Hill on May 15 and 16. Ideal for ages 1.5–5.
🍽️ Food & Dining
- Bojangles’ First New Jersey Location Opens in Piscataway
The beloved Southern chain has arrived in New Jersey, bringing its signature fried chicken and biscuits to the Garden State. Plans for additional locations are already underway. - Alfalfa Expands to Edgewater
Known for its fresh salads, soups, and house-made doughnuts, Alfalfa is opening a new location at 275 River Road in Edgewater, joining the Edgewater Harbor shopping center. - Perkins Griddle & Go Expands in Ocean County
Lisa Dalton and Anthony Degrande are bringing their breakfast-focused franchise to Ocean County, continuing their commitment to providing quality quick-service meals.
🏡 Real Estate & Market Trends
- New Jersey Real Estate Report: April 2025 Market Trends
In April, 13 of New Jersey’s 21 counties saw an increase in new listings compared to April 2024, with Bergen County reporting 836 new listings, a 7.11% decrease from last year. Active listings stayed on the market for fewer days in 16 counties compared to April 2024, indicating a faster-moving market. Median listing prices rose in 17 counties compared to April 2024, with Hudson County being the only exception, reporting a 3.7% decrease.
🧃 Beverage Innovation
- Loom: New Jersey’s Bold New Beverage Brand Redefining Juice
Loom is challenging traditional juice options with its innovative approach, offering beverages that blend health-conscious ingredients with bold flavors, catering to the modern consumer’s palate.
💼 Technology & Business
- Oakway Marketing Launches to Modernize Local Marketing for Service Industries
Oakway Marketing is a full-service agency with a strategic approach and integrated technology that helps home services, healthcare, and franchises grow. - Futran Solutions Signs Strategic Collaboration Agreement with AWS to Deliver Advanced Cloud Services for SMBs
Futran Solutions expands its AWS collaboration to deliver scalable cloud, AI, and data services tailored for small and medium-sized businesses. - Pennsauken Township Bids for Better with OpenGov
Pennsauken Township in Camden County is embracing digital transformation to enhance its procurement processes, aiming for greater efficiency and transparency.
🏒 Sports & Local News
- New Jersey Devils’ 2024–25 Season Awards
The Devils clinched a playoff spot but were eliminated in the first round by the Carolina Hurricanes. Despite the early exit, standout performances from players like Jesper Bratt and Nico Hischier highlighted the season. Wikipedia+1New York Post+1 - GOP Gubernatorial Debate Highlights Stark Divides Among New Jersey Republicans
The recent GOP gubernatorial debate showcased significant differences in policy approaches, reflecting the diverse perspectives within the party.
🎭 Theatre & Festivals
- Morris County Prepares for 250th Anniversary Celebration
Morris County is gearing up for a monumental celebration as it prepares to commemorate the 250th anniversary of America’s independence, with events and activities planned throughout the year.
