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Best NJ restaurants? 5 classics that stand the test of time For North Jersey's classic restaurants — that is, time-tested restaurants where good food reigns supreme — we say, if it ain't broke, don't fix it!

Here are our favorite classic restaurants in North Jersey; go for the food, sure, but stay for the casual comfort and great vibes.
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Who paid the bill for Phil Murphy's staff to travel abroad for NJ? Former Gov. Phil Murphy traveled 11 times on Choose New Jersey-sponsored trips abroad. Who paid for his staff to travel? New Jersey taxpayers.

Former Gov. Phil Murphy traveled 11 times on Choose New Jersey-sponsored trips abroad. Who paid for his staff to travel?
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NJ's biggest Catholic diocese hits pause on plan to merge parishes The Newark Archdiocese will extend its 'We Are His Witnesses' review of potential mergers. Where does that leave its 211 parishes?

The largest of New Jersey's five Catholic dioceses, the Newark Archdiocese serves approximately 1.3 million people in Bergen, Essex, Hudson and Union counties.

Green Giant just got sold. Why NJ-based iconic brand changed hands Parsippany-based B&G Foods is selling its acclaimed home foods brand Green Giant, whose packaging depicts the Jolly Green Giant.

Parsippany, NJ-based B&G Foods is selling its acclaimed home foods brand Green Giant.

How much could NJ gas prices rise after U.S., Israeli strikes on Iran? A chief concern is whether oil could still move through a narrow body of water called the Strait of Hormuz, through which 20% of global oil passes.

As of Monday, New Jersey gas prices at the pumps were an average of $2.91 a gallon, down from $2.92 a week ago but still up from $2.86 a month ago, according to figures from AAA.

Meet the North Jersey adoptable pets of the week Bella and Yoda If you work at or volunteer with a North Jersey animal shelter or rescue, send your adoptable pets to amwallace@usatodayco.com to be featured.

Bella and Yoda are both fully vetted and are hoping to find their forever families.

See what people in North Jersey use to save dug-out parking spots A view in Paterson Feb. 26 showed some unique items people used to save parking spots they dug out from the snow.

In the aftermath of this week’s blizzard, residents in Paterson, NJ have transformed everyday household items into makeshift parking spot “savers,” staking claim to the curbside real estate they painstakingly shoveled out.

Who has the best chicken parm in North Jersey? You tell us! Think you know where to find the best chicken parm in North Jersey? Weigh in with your vote in our Sweet 16 round, and come back all of March for more

Voting for this NJ chicken parmesean bracket ends at 11:59 p.m. Friday, February 27.

Was this blizzard among biggest NJ storms ever? Here's where it ranks The blizzard that rocked New Jersey on Feb. 22 to 23 was one of the largest snowstorms in state history.

Some North Jersey towns saw over a foot of snow in this week's blizzard.

Want to cook during the snowstorm? 8 great things to make When the snow is coming down hard outside, there’s nothing like puttering around in a warm kitchen, taking the time to prepare something from scratch.

It's cold outside and the snow is piled up. Warm up after you hang up your mittens with one of these comforting recipes.

Champ and Cooper from Eleventh Hour Rescue are available for adoption! 🐾
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Inspired by Olympic success, people are discovering the sport of curling. Learn how local clubs are growing the game.
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'Stuff of legends!': What USA hockey fans say about women's Olympic gold Hockey fans took to social media to celebrate Team USA women's hockey dramatic gold medal victory at the 2026 Olympics.

Team USA women's hockey won its first Olympic gold medal in eight years, and did it in dramatic fashion.
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Saks will close American Dream store. Why not Bergen Town Center? Saks Fifth Avenue is laying off 58 employees at its two-story luxury store at the American Dream mall. The Saks Off 5th in Paramus will stay open.

Saks Fifth Avenue is laying off 58 employees at its two-story luxury store at the American Dream mall in East Rutherford as it prepares to close the store amid its bankruptcy.
But another North Jersey Saks location will remain open.
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Bald eagle being treated in NJ after rescue from Hudson River ice A bald eagle is being treated at a North Jersey facility a day after being rescued from the icy Hudson River.

A bald eagle is being treated at a North Jersey facility a day after being rescued from an icy New York river.
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New Jersey included in nationwide peanut butter recall. What to know The FDA has recalled more than 20,000 peanut butter products across 40 states, including New Jersey.

New Jersey is one of dozens of states that have been affected by the massive recall of more than 20,000 peanut butter products after possible plastic contamination was discovered during manufacturing.
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NorthJersey.com food and dining reporter Matt Cortina is visiting the 25 most essential restaurants in North Jersey via readers' requests. Next stop: Star Tavern.
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This 250-year-old NJ home with ties to Gen. Washington listed for sale Lansdown, a 47-acre estate, was home to Charles Stewart, Commissary General for George Washington and listed for almost $4 million.

Before it was listed for sale for almost $4 million, the 47-acre New Jersey estate was home to the man who fed George Washington's Continental Army.
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A Valentine's Day gift for readers: We asked couples at a Paramus assisted living community, some married for over 60 years, to share some wisdom.
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A broken pipe once helped close one of his restaurants for good. So when it happened again, it felt like a nightmare scenario for Dan DeMiglio.
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Actor James Van Der Beek dies at 48. What to know about colon cancer The risk for colon cancer is rising in young people, as James Van Der Beek dies from the disease at 48.

The risk for colon cancer is rising in young people, as James Van Der Beek dies from the disease at 48.
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Google the phrase “dead malls in New Jersey” and you’ll be hit with a few contenders — but a standout in North Jersey is Livingston Mall.
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Former Rep. Tom Malinowski concedes to Analilia Mejia in NJ-11 primary Former Rep. Tom Malinowski conceded to Analilia Mejia in the NJ-11 Democratic special primary.

Former Rep. Tom Malinowski conceded to Analilia Mejia in the NJ-11 Democratic special primary.
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NJ gets $1B back after feds abandon school DEI demands. What happened? New Jersey has protected $1 billion in K-12 funding after the Trump administration stopped pursuing an anti-DEI directive.

In a win for New Jersey, the state has retained $1 billion in approved federal funding for K-12 public schools that the Trump administration said it would withhold if states did not comply with its demand that schools certify that their "DEI practices" are lawful.
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North Jersey chef competes against Bobby Flay on Food Network Antonio De Ieso, chef and co-owner of Fiorentini in Rutherford, faced off against Bobby Flay in Food Network's "Beat Bobby Flay." Here's how he did.

A North Jersey chef and restaurant owner had the opportunity to go head-to-head with a celebrity chef on the newest episode of Food Network's "Beat Bobby Flay."
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Former Giants head coach lists NJ mansion for sale. See how much Former New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll has put his sprawling Bergen County mansion on the market.

Former New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll has officially put his North Jersey mansion on the market as he gears up for his new role as offensive coordinator for the Tennessee Titans.
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Westwood's Kissing Tree, terminally ill, gets Valentine's celebration Westwood's historic Kissing Tree has been diagnosed with a terminal disease. The borough is exploring experimental treatments to save it.

The Westwood community will celebrate its beloved Kissing Tree, which is fighting a terminal disease, at a Valentine’s Day event.
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Here's what big North Jersey mall owner warns about retail in 2026 The CEO of Simon Property Group, which own three major North Jersey malls, said tariffs could hit smaller retailers hard, forcing bankruptcies.

The CEO of Simon Property Group, which own three major North Jersey malls, said tariffs could hit smaller retailers hard, forcing bankruptcies.
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Here's why New Jersey roads feel more dangerous since COVID New Jersey roads feel wilder for a reason. Traffic deaths surged after COVID and remain higher, propelled by distracted and aggressive driving.

Does your morning commute feel less like the Garden State Parkway and more like "Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome"?
The numbers back you up, New Jersey.
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Some of the towns with recent water main breaks include Haledon, Glen Rock, Butler, Bloomingdale, West Orange and more.
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