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An international research team just confirmed one of Earth's largest hidden aquifers stretching beneath the Atlantic Ocean from New Jersey to Maine. This underground freshwater reserve could supply New York City for centuries and hints at a potential solution for our planet's growing water crisis.
Sayreville High School's Senior Night celebrated the Class of 2026, recognizing students for academic excellence, leadership, and community service. Adriana Ciesla received the South Amboy-Sayreville Rotary Club scholarship among other honors.
New Jersey just made it easier for legal cannabis businesses to grow, with $5 million in grants still available to help small companies cover compliance costs. Licensed operators can get up to $75,000 to reimburse expenses tied to meeting state regulations.
A New Jersey nonprofit is turning decorated graduation caps into prizes and inspiration. First-generation college students benefit from every $1 vote cast.
A New Jersey high school baseball coach just became his school's winningest coach ever after decades of dedication. Gary Poyer's 311th victory at Hackettstown High School broke a long-standing record and sets a new standard for excellence.
Over 275 students, staff, and family members packed a Somerset Patriots game to celebrate student achievement in career and technical education. SkillsUSA medal winners took the field for recognition before cheering on their team to victory.
When Karen Stash saw her father deteriorating on dialysis, the Carteret nurse gave him one of her kidneys and a second chance at life. Now she's using her story to inspire others in Hispanic communities to consider organ donation.
A retired New Jersey CEO turned his passion for kindness into a viral anthem that's captured hearts across continents. The song, performed by the African Children's Choir, is spreading hope to millions.
Two young police officers pulled an unconscious driver from a burning car seconds before it exploded, earning them valor awards alongside 64 other first responders who risked their lives to save others. The 200 Club of Middlesex County will honor these everyday heroes for their extraordinary courage.
A Temple University researcher discovered a wildflower species that exists nowhere else on Earth, hiding in plain sight in New Jersey's Pine Barrens for thousands of years. The finding could secure new protections for the rare plant.
When flames trapped families on the third floor of a New Jersey apartment building, firefighters and police teamed up for a dramatic ladder rescue that saved every life. Despite the smoke and chaos, coordinated crews brought a dozen people to safety.
Nine successful female business owners shared the one thing that transformed their entrepreneurial journeys at a New Jersey summit. Their answers ranged from faith and community building to strategic self-promotion and authentic storytelling.
Apple Montessori Schools in Wayne, NJ, just became the only Montessori school in the state offering a hands-on STEAM education program for kids as young as four. The TinkRworks program is already sparking creativity and critical thinking in young learners through coding, building projects, and more.
When flames and smoke trapped more than a dozen people in an Edison apartment building overnight, firefighters and police teamed up for dramatic ladder rescues from third-floor windows. Thanks to their quick response, everyone made it out alive.
Robbinsville High School's Rocketry and Aerospace Club is hosting a free STEM Innovation Night on May 29th, featuring NASA engineers and an exciting student pitch contest. The student-led event aims to inspire younger kids and make aerospace careers more accessible in their community.
Two South Brunswick police officers pulled an unconscious driver from a burning car seconds before it exploded, earning them valor awards alongside 64 other New Jersey first responders. The 200 Club of Middlesex County will honor these heroes for risking their lives to save others throughout 2025.
Five outstanding young women in Burlington County, New Jersey, each received $1,000 scholarships recognizing their academic excellence and community service. The awards celebrate future leaders in healthcare, STEM, business, and public service.
Six Jersey Shore students are celebrating graduations and academic achievements from three universities this spring. Their hard work earned them degrees in business and spots on prestigious honor rolls.
Seven students from New Jersey's Gold Coast communities are celebrating major academic achievements this spring. From business degrees to president's list honors, these grads are making their hometowns proud.
Project Self-Sufficiency hosts its annual celebration honoring local breast cancer survivors in Newton. The uplifting event brings together survivors, supporters, and health organizations to recognize courage and community strength.
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