Your daily guide to the latest headlines, events, politics, and culture from all across the Garden State — brought to you by Explore New Jersey.
🏒 The Devils’ Future Is Now — 2025-26 Roster Projections & Open House Info
The New Jersey Devils have reloaded for the 2025-26 season with key veteran signings and exciting young talent ready to break out. Plus, don’t miss the Devils Open House on July 24, with behind-the-scenes access and free preseason tickets just for showing up.
📲 Read the full story: The Devils’ Future Is Now – Explore New Jersey
⚾ Phillies Star Bryson Stott Reflects on Playoffs & World Series Hopes
Phillies second baseman Bryson Stott opens up about his playoff experience and why he believes this could be the year for a World Series return. A must-read for South Jersey baseball fans.
📲 Read more: Phillies Star Bryson Stott – Explore New Jersey
🎷 Jazz Arts Project Launches 20th Year Today in Red Bank
Red Bank comes alive with the Jazz Arts Project Summer Series, celebrating two decades of top-tier live jazz performances, workshops, and café sessions starting today.
📲 Explore the lineup: Jazz Arts Project Summer Starts Today – Explore New Jersey
💼 Jersey City Youth Empowered Through New Financial Literacy Program
A new initiative by Wiss and Team Walker is helping Jersey City youth build critical money management skills. Education that could change futures is happening right now.
📲 Learn more: Jersey City Youth – Explore New Jersey
🗳️ Craig Epps Earns Key Endorsement in Hillside Mayoral Race
The Hillside Democratic County Committee has officially endorsed Craig Epps for mayor, setting up a high-stakes showdown for November’s general election.
📲 Full political coverage: Craig Epps & The HDCC – Explore New Jersey
🌍 Senator Andy Kim Presses NOAA Nominee on Climate & Cuts
New Jersey Senator Andy Kim held nothing back during a tense Senate confirmation hearing, taking NOAA nominee Neil Jacobs to task on climate change strategy and proposed budget reductions.
📲 Read the full exchange: Senator Andy Kim – Explore New Jersey
🏗️ Jersey City Revitalization Advances With Duncan Hardware Site Project
The West Side of Jersey City is getting a facelift, with a newly approved mixed-use development set to replace the historic Duncan Hardware site.
📲 See what’s planned: Jersey City Revitalization – Explore New Jersey
✈️ Newark Liberty International Undergoes Major Modernization
Travelers through EWR can expect big changes as the airport launches a sweeping modernization project, aimed at enhancing passenger experience and infrastructure.
📲 View project details: Newark Liberty International Airport – Explore New Jersey
🎭 Montclair Theater Festival Debuts as New Cultural Staple
A new theater festival is making waves in Glenfield Park, Montclair — blending performance, art, and community in a big way.
📲 Dive into the debut: Montclair Theater Festival – Explore New Jersey
🍝 The Savor Zone Brings Authentic Italian Flavors to NJ
From Hawthorne to your kitchen, The Savor Zone offers immersive Italian cooking classes, recipes, and more for aspiring home chefs.
📲 Satisfy your taste buds: The Savor Zone – Explore New Jersey
🏛️ Preserving History & Promoting Safety Across New Jersey
Morris County has committed $2.6 million to preserve 24 historic sites, while Collingswood enhances cycling and pedestrian infrastructure for a safer community.
📲 Read both stories: Morris County & Collingswood – Explore New Jersey
📉 Business Climate Challenges & Redistricting Decisions in NJ
New Jersey’s business friendliness ranking has taken a hit, while the state’s Supreme Court upheld Jersey City’s controversial ward map — stirring debate statewide.
📲 Stay informed: Explore New Jersey
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