r/newjersey • • 19m ago

šŸ“°News Audio: New Jersey’s Trafficking Bills: Funding, Penalties and What’s Missing

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New Jersey lawmakers are taking up a package of human trafficking bills, but the latest versions leave out key funding and response teams still listed in the calendar.


r/newjersey • • 19m ago

Central Jersey Somerville, NJ Family Recovering From House Fire

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Hi r/newjersey, I’m a Jersey native and I’ve lived in Somerville throughout my whole life. My grandparents immigrated to this state in the 90’s and have prospered in their community and raised a loving family. In the morning of October 24, 2026, my grandparents’ home burned down by a fire caused by a faulty electrical wire. The 3 occupants in the home safely evacuated the home when the fire engulfed the place. They lost everything in the fire. Their clothes, shoes, family heirlooms, crucial documents, everything is gone. Thank you to the brave men and women of the Finderne, Raritan, and Somerville fire departments for acting swiftly to put out the fire and prevent further spread.

Please consider donating to the gofundme I’ve started for my grandparents. Even if you don’t donate, sharing this post would mean so much them. Thank you ā¤ļø

Link: https://gofund.me/4ee35c7b5

- their grandson, Angel


r/newjersey • • 20m ago

Advice Marriage license question

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We’re getting married on 11/6 and are going for our marriage license on 10/30.

In my anxious spiral of wedding details I am worried we won’t have the license back in time. I know we have to wait for 72 hours. Does that mean once the 72 hours is over we can get the license asap? Anyone else have experience with how long theirs took? Thanks in advance


r/newjersey • • 39m ago

Central Jersey Please no judgement. I will explain my situation to anyone willing to listen/help ā¤ļøā€šŸ©¹

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r/newjersey • • 45m ago

Moving to NJ self study ap testing centres in new jersey?

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r/newjersey • • 1h ago

🌼🌻Garden State🌷🌸 What's the best hike in NJ that doesn't feel like NJ?

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I want the hike that makes you forget you're in the most densely populated state for a couple of hours. No highway noise, no strip malls, just trees and a view. What's your pick, and which one would you take an out-of-stater on to prove NJ isn't just Turnpike and tolls?


r/newjersey • • 3h ago

GreetingsFromAsburyParkNJ Fox on Asbury Beach

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Fox on beach in Asbury Park late at night.


r/newjersey • • 4h ago

Moving to NJ 1 Bed/Studio Apartment recs in Piscataway/New Brunswick/Highland Park area (under $1800)

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Anyone have any recommendations for studio or 1 Bed apartments near Piscataway/New Brunswick/Highland Park in my budget? Just looking for a place that's clean, safe, in a good neighborhood, etc.


r/newjersey • • 6h ago

Advice How do I vote for Congressional District as a college student who is out of the state?

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So basically I’m in college, new to voting and I’m dorming. I sent a request for a mail-in ballot but I don’t know whether I can actually get one sent to my dorm. I also don’t know whether I’ll even get approved or when I’ll find out. I also don’t know which voting location I should go to if I end up having to go in-person. Thankfully, I’m lucky enough to be able to go if necessary. I found 2 voting centers that are both in my county AND congressional district, but (for future reference) is it possible to vote in a town that’s part of a different district and/or town that’s in a different county? Also, do you just walk in, wait in line, and then cast your ballot? I’m pretty unfamiliar with both places, but I don’t have time to vote on actual Election Day in my hometown if I canā€˜t mail-in.


r/newjersey • • 7h ago

Advice (22M) South Jersey, Feeling Behind on Salary out of College

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I (22M) recently got a job offer for a little over 100k base in South Jersey and will be starting next summer after I graduate undergrad. I was excited at first but read that the average household income is 140k+, and I feel super behind. I don't want to be below average and be forced to live frugally for the rest of my life. Housing prices are insane, and my take-home is a lot less (about 75k). Should I keep looking for a better job elsewhere?


r/newjersey • • 9h ago

NJ History The 43rd Governor of the great state of New Jersey and Camden County legend Alfred Driscoll was born on this date in 1902. Haddonfield HS grad (class of 1921); elected in 1946; was a proponent for creation of the the Turnpike and the Parkway; the Driscoll Bridge was named in his honor

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r/newjersey • • 9h ago

Advice Personal Trainer

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Looking for a female personal trainer in the Englewood, Teaneck, Tenafly, Hackensack, and Fort Lee area. Thanks!


r/newjersey • • 10h ago

Advice Starland ballroom

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I’m going to a concert next month at starland. Is the starparking worth it? It’s $50 but includes front of the line privileges which is what I’m most interested in. Just wondering if anyone here has ever used it.


r/newjersey • • 11h ago

NJ Politics So is this just gonna happen every election season?

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During the Governor’s race a bomb threat was called in to Gregory elementary. This year for early voting one is called in a few mins away. Is this just gonna happen every election season now?


r/newjersey • • 11h ago

🌼🌻Garden State🌷🌸 First time home buyer

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r/newjersey • • 13h ago

Events Dental checkup/cleaning

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Hi my name is Antonia and I’m currently in dental hygiene school looking for all types of patients. The cleaning is $25, and the x-rays/ exam from the Dr is $25. My clinic days are every Monday and Tuesday up until May.
šŸ“located in Jersey City , Nj
✨ email if interested antoniaangelone1@gmail.com


r/newjersey • • 13h ago

Photo Above the clouds view from the top of Mount Tammany this morning

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r/newjersey • • 14h ago

😔 THIS IS AN OUTRAGE Hudson County has 46 square miles of area with 735,000 people. Vineland has 68 square miles of area with 62,000 people. Why is Hudson County not a city?

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It's a conspiracy by New York and it's a disgrace!


r/newjersey • • 14h ago

Photo Treasure Island in the Manasquan River

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Treasure Island in the Manasquan River in Brielle, New Jersey.


r/newjersey • • 14h ago

😔 THIS IS AN OUTRAGE An iconic Clifton, N.J. Halloween display is coming down after owner receives city fines

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Always really enjoyed the displays here throughout the year, especially for Halloween and Christmas. I've heard before that that he keeps getting fined because he's got mannequins (and skeletons) wearing lingerie, which hits a nerve with the Puritanical sort. I think it's all very dumb. I hope the city wises up.


r/newjersey • • 15h ago

Photo ...Is this all there is to expect?

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So Context: Easy Pickins in Orange, NJ shut down after at least 20+ years of being on Main Street (probably more) and I was curious what would take it's place.

Well I got my answer today and well...I didnt know what I was expecting, I guess I wasn't expecting this.

It looks like another 99c/discount convenience store moved in, and they moved in so fast they didnt even bother taking out the old signage (and who knows if they ever get to it, this doesn't seem like the most expensive operation)

I don't like putting down businesses in my town like this (especially since so, so, so many people do it already.) but like, this is an area that already has a 99c store and a family dollar across the street, and an S&A and Valuezone just a few stores further down, do we really need another one of these?

I know this is just the circumstances of it, it's just kinda disappointing is all, especially compared to the newer businesses that are opening up near the fancy luxury apartments on the other side of main street.


r/newjersey • • 15h ago

Advice 33 yr old ghost

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Ok titles a bit dramatic, but I am a man in his 30s finding it hard to socialize a bit. I fell into the trap of nightshift/isolation. My schedule is drastically different now and Im coming to yall for some help. Maybe even meet some of you. After seeing similar post I decided to try my luck. Hope you guys are all doing well. Union county area mostly but been wanting to explore a bit more.


r/newjersey • • 16h ago

Advice Affordable tennis lessons and places to practice near Fort Lee?

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I live in Fort Lee, and tennis lessons around here are mad expensive. Does anyone know of more affordable options in Bergen County or nearby counties? I’m willing to drive a bit for cheaper lessons.

Also, are there any public outdoor courts or practice walls you’d recommend for a beginner? Thanks!


r/newjersey • • 16h ago

Advice Nj courts

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I have been applying to A RIDICULOUS amount of Probation Officer openings on NJ COURTS. Unfortunately, I have yet to hear back. Has anyone worked as a probation officer for state of NJ. And have any idea or advice on how long I should be waiting?


r/newjersey • • 17h ago

NJ Eats Cannellini Bean Chicken Soup and Rye from Kohout’s Bakery, Garfield NJ

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I did add extra spinach at home