Future Of NJ Nudist Resort Revealed: Realtors Bare All After $1.35M Sale Future Of NJ Nudist Resort Revealed: Realtors Bare All After $1.35M Sale
Future Of NJ Nudist Resort Revealed: Realtors Bare All After $1.35M Sale A former North Jersey nudist resort that closed in 2024 has sold — and the realtors are baring all to celebrate the deal. The 35-acre former Goodland Country Club property at 50 Drakestown Rd. in Mount Olive changed hands after being listed for $2.9 million. Last month, it closed for $1.35 million, according to Coldwell Banker Realty listing agents Jessica Craig and Michele Blinn-Barreiro.  The buyers are local entrepreneurs with plans to transform the longtime clothing-optional resort into a wellness, health, and spa retreat, Craig and Blinn-Barreiro tell Daily Voice. "We'r…
Star Athlete's Dad Rips 'Vindictive' NJSIAA For Stripping Son's 4th State Title After Brawl Star Athlete's Dad Rips 'Vindictive' NJSIAA For Stripping Son's 4th State Title After Brawl
Star Athlete's Dad Rips 'Vindictive' Njsiaa For Stripping Son's 4th State Title After Brawl Anthony Knox is no longer a four-time state champion in New Jersey. The wrestler saw his fourth title stripped by the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association earlier this month for his involvement in a brawl last year that resulted in criminal charges. “We do not come to this conclusion lightly and understand that some may disagree with our revocation of the title won by Knox,” the NJSIAA wrote in a statement announcing its decision. “Athletics teach sportsmanship, cooperation and respect for others. Knox did not demonstrate those qualities at the tournament on Feb. 22, 2025.&…
Millions Are Watching NJ TikToker's Breakup Millions Are Watching NJ TikToker's Breakup
Millions Are Watching NJ TikToker's Breakup A New Jersey influencer is turning heartbreak into a viral storyline on TikTok this month. A tearful TikTok posted by Carly Weinstein, 29, announcing the end of her relationship with Ethan Lewkowicz on Wednesday, July 8, skyrocketed video to more than 2.7 million views. Weinstein, who grew up in Mendham and founded her lifestyle website Au Courant Life while in college, said she realized something was missing as the couple began talking seriously about marriage. Weinstein said she had pictured marrying Ethan, whom she met shortly after turning 27, but called ending the relat…
$7M Sale Of Jersey Shore Motel Will Create Housing For Homeless $7M Sale Of Jersey Shore Motel Will Create Housing For Homeless
$7M Sale Of Jersey Shore Motel Will Create Housing For Homeless A former Jersey Shore motel is getting a second life after selling for $7 million to a nonprofit that plans to turn it into transitional housing for people experiencing homelessness. The commercial property at 3324 Route 37 East in Toms River, formerly the Pelican Motel, has been purchased by Habcore Inc., a New Jersey-based nonprofit housing organization. Habcore plans to convert the property into transitional housing for individuals and families experiencing homelessness, expanding the organization's presence in Ocean County. The seller was represented by John Sica of Newmark Associates,…
Don Bosco Prep Grad Eric Becker Heads To MLB, Drafted By Cincinnati Reds Don Bosco Prep Grad Eric Becker Heads To MLB, Drafted By Cincinnati Reds
Don Bosco Prep Grad Eric Becker Heads To MLB, Drafted By Cincinnati Reds A Hudson Valley, NY native who attended a nearby high school in New Jersey is officially headed to professional baseball.  Eric Becker, a Suffern native and standout shortstop at the University of Virginia, was selected by the Cincinnati Reds with the 58th overall pick in the second round of the 2026 Major League Baseball Draft, Sports Illustrated reported.  Becker becomes one of the highest-drafted players to come out of the Cavaliers' program in recent years and joins a Reds organization that has selected several Virginia players over the past decade.  The 6-foot-3, left-h…
Jalen Brunson Makes Special Visit To South Jersey Restaurant Jalen Brunson Makes Special Visit To South Jersey Restaurant
Jalen Brunson Makes Special Visit To South Jersey Restaurant A restaurant in Margate that helps people with disabilities recently had a visit from Jalen Brunson. Brunson, who was named NBA Finals MVP in leading the New York Knicks to its first NBA Championship in 53 years, recently visited The Other Lucy Beach Grille in Margate. The restaurant employs people with disabilities, giving them skills and job training. And Brunson appeared to be a satisfied customer and helped lift people's spirits. "Your kindness and encouragement meant so much, especially to one student who truly needed a reason to smile," Lucy Paccione, the owner of the restaurant ,wro…
Bergen New Bridge Medical Center Wins Global Award For Transforming Cervical Cancer Screening Bergen New Bridge Medical Center Wins Global Award For Transforming Cervical Cancer Screening
Bergen New Bridge Medical Center Wins Global Award For Transforming Cervical Cancer Screening Bergen New Bridge Medical Center has won an international UNIVANTS of Healthcare Excellence Team of Distinction Award for transforming its cervical cancer screening program and improving access to women’s health care. The team members honored are Ilham Atir, laboratory director; Katie Richardson, senior vice president of operations; Raquel Ortiz, vice president of ambulatory care; Diane Darmody, chief nursing officer; and Dr. Charlie Celestine, gynecology. According to Bergen New Bridge Medical Center, the team worked to improve screening for women in Northern New Jersey and the s…
Hazing Death Of Freshman Recruit Lands Bucknell Football Strength Coach Charges Hazing Death Of Freshman Recruit Lands Bucknell Football Strength Coach Charges
Hazing Death Of Freshman Recruit Lands Bucknell Football Strength Coach Charges A former Bucknell University strength coach has been charged in connection with the hazing death of an 18-year-old freshman football recruit who collapsed during his first day of practice in Pennsylvania, Attorney General Dave Sunday announced Monday, July 6. Mark Kulbis, who served as Bucknell's strength and conditioning coach in 2024, is accused of subjecting Calvin "CJ" Dickey Jr., of Florida, to a grueling series of conditioning drills despite knowing the freshman carried the Sickle Cell trait — a condition that increased his risk during intense physical exertion, according to the attorn…
New Jersey Devils Extend Nico Hischier New Jersey Devils Extend Nico Hischier
New Jersey Devils Extend Nico Hischier The captain is staying in New Jersey. The New Jersey Devils announced they have signed captain Nico Hischier to a five-year $58.5 million extension, that will keep him in red and white through 2032. Hischier has been a Devil since they drafted him first overall in 2017. The contract takes effect beginning the 2027-2028 season. “When I took this job, I knew that Nico was one of the core pieces that I definitely wanted as part of our future,” newly hired General Manager Sunny Mehta said in a statement. “The way he plays the game, his leadership, and selflessness are qualities we value for thi…
Wyckoff Teachers Vote 'No Confidence' In Superintendent Wyckoff Teachers Vote 'No Confidence' In Superintendent
Wyckoff Teachers Vote 'No Confidence' In Superintendent The Wyckoff Education Association announced during the Monday, June 29 Board of Education meeting that its members had voted no confidence in Superintendent Dr. Kerry Postma. The announcement was delivered by Wyckoff Education Association President Sheila McLean during the meeting's second public comment period, according to an audio recording first published by Wyckoff News. McLean said the vote was conducted with the support and guidance of the New Jersey Education Association, and noted that 81% of the association's members participated, with roughly 70% voting in favor of the no-confide…
$30.8M Deal Clears Way For Demolition Of Parsippany Office Building $30.8M Deal Clears Way For Demolition Of Parsippany Office Building
$30.8M Deal Clears Way For Demolition Of Parsippany Office Building A vacant Parsippany office building is set to be demolished and replaced with a modern industrial facility after a $30.8 million financing deal closed, officials announced. Axonic Capital LLC announced it has provided a fully funded $30.8 million senior loan to Deugen Development for the acquisition, carrying costs and demolition of 5 Wood Hollow Road in Parsippany. The 330,000-square-foot Class-B office building is expected to be vacant by the end of the year. The financing covers Deugen's purchase of the property and pre-development costs ahead of its planned redevelopment. Demolition is…
Bergen's Model U.N. Team Earns Top Honors In NYC Bergen's Model U.N. Team Earns Top Honors In NYC
Bergen's Model U.N. Team Earns Top Honors In NYC Bergen Community College students returned from the National Model U.N. Conference in New York City this spring with two major awards. According to Bergen Community College, Bergen Model U.N. President Hind Fettachi earned the “Outstanding Delegate” award among 5,000 students from more than 130 countries. Fettachi was the only community college student from New Jersey to receive the honor. She also led Bergen’s team to “Outstanding Delegation” recognition at the conference. “I am grateful not only for the award, but for the opportunity,” Fettachi said. “Bergen gave me a place to grow, chal…
Jets QB Under Investigation For Attacking Woman: Report Jets QB Under Investigation For Attacking Woman: Report
Jets QB Under Investigation For Attacking Woman: Report New York Jets quarterback Geno Smith is under investigation for battery, ESPN reported, citing police in Florida. A woman claiming to be Smith's ex-girlfriend called 911 on Sunday, June 21 and said Smith was assaulting her, ESPN reported. She posted a video, claiming Smith, "ran outside and attacked me," and accused of him not wanting to take care of his special needs child. A woman is putting Geno Smith on blast on instagram 😳“Today is the DAY! GENO SMITH beat my a$$ cause he HATES taking care of his special needs kid and can't be left alone with him because hed rather watch s*x online …
Look Inside: Brand-New Townhouses Hit Bergen County Market Starting At $499K Look Inside: Brand-New Townhouses Hit Bergen County Market Starting At $499K
Look Inside: Brand-New Townhouses Hit Bergen County Market Starting At $499K A new townhome community is bringing 23 newly constructed residences to Bergen County, with prices starting at $499,000. The development, 88 Union Crossing in Lodi, is represented by Tony Nabhan of The Tony Nabhan Collective. The community features contemporary townhomes ranging from approximately 1,200 to more than 2,000 square feet. Each home includes open-concept living spaces, designer kitchens, premium finishes, abundant natural light, and a private one-car garage with an additional dedicated parking space. Select larger models offer flexible bonus space that can serve as a den, …
Steve Aoki Reveals Childhood Ties To Bergen County On Popular Podcast Steve Aoki Reveals Childhood Ties To Bergen County On Popular Podcast
Steve Aoki Reveals Childhood Ties To Bergen County On Popular Podcast Grammy-nominated DJ Steve Aoki revealed he spent part of his childhood visiting his father in Bergen County during a Monday, June 22, appearance on "Armchair Expert" with Dax Shepard and Monica Padman. Aoki, 48, who is playing in Atlantic City on July 3, spoke about his father, Rocky Aoki, the founder of Benihana, and the family story behind the restaurant empire. According to Aoki, his father came to the United States from Japan in 1961 after a wrestling injury ended his career. He spoke no English and had no money, Aoki said. Rocky Aoki studied restaurant management before launching Beni…
Bergen County Woman Admits Voting In New Jersey AND Pennsylvania During 2024 Election Bergen County Woman Admits Voting In New Jersey AND Pennsylvania During 2024 Election
Bergen County Woman Admits Voting In New Jersey AND Pennsylvania During 2024 Election A woman has pleaded guilty to casting ballots in both New Jersey and Pennsylvania during the 2024 presidential election, resolving one of two federal election fraud cases announced by prosecutors last year. Miya Pack, 40,  entered a guilty plea on Monday, June 22, before U.S. District Judge Joshua D. Wolson to one count of voting more than once in a federal election, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania. Pack was charged by indictment in September 2025 alongside a separate election fraud case involving Bethlehem resident Matthew Laiss. Laiss…
$5.325M Bergen County Mansion Shatters Boro's Sale Record Set By Same Agent $5.325M Bergen County Mansion Shatters Boro's Sale Record Set By Same Agent
$5.325M Bergen County Mansion Shatters Boro's Sale Record Set By Same Agent Upper Saddle River's home sale record didn't stand for long. Just four months after a $4.8 million sale set a new benchmark in the Bergen County borough, a newly constructed estate at 26 Glen Carl Rd. shattered it, closing for $5.325 million in an off-market deal. The transaction not only established a new all-time high for Upper Saddle River, but also topped the previous record-setting sale represented by the same agent, Taylor Lucyk, according to Zillow records. The seller for 26 Glen Carl Rd. was represented by Jaimee Rizzo. Built by Rock Solid Builders, the luxurious home sits on …
Mysteriously Absent NJ Congressman Tom Kean Promises Answers Upon Imminent Return Mysteriously Absent NJ Congressman Tom Kean Promises Answers Upon Imminent Return
Mysteriously Absent NJ Congressman Tom Kean Promises Answers Upon Imminent Return New Jersey Congressman Tom Kean Jr. will be returning to Washington on Tuesday, June 30 after a months-long absence attributed only to a personal health issue, an aide said. Kean, a Westfield resident and scion of a New Jersey political dynasty, has been away from Congress since March and has missed 135 votes, while refusing to disclose his absence. He has not been seen his public since his absence from the Hill and reporters have failed to track him down. Harrison Neely, a spokesman for Kean, said he will disclose the reason for his absence when he returns. While away, Kean has remained ac…
$12.9M Alpine Estate With Pool, Spa, Theater Hits Market: Look Inside $12.9M Alpine Estate With Pool, Spa, Theater Hits Market: Look Inside
$12.9M Alpine Estate With Pool, Spa, Theater Hits Market: Look Inside One of Alpine's most expansive luxury estates has hit the market with an asking price of just under $12.9 million.  View this post on Instagram Located at 7 Buckingham Dr., the gated property sits on approximately two manicured acres in one of Bergen County's most exclusive communities. The listing is represented by Taylor Lucyk and Abby Kahn of Christie’s International Real Estate Group.  The home features seven bedrooms, eight full bathrooms, and two half bathrooms across three elevator-serviced levels. A library, private stud…
$35M Secured For NJ Senior Living Community $35M Secured For NJ Senior Living Community
$35M Secured For NJ Senior Living Community A new assisted living and memory care community is coming to New Jersey after developers secured $35.1 million in construction financing for the project. JLL Capital Markets arranged the financing for Benchmark at East Brunswick, an 87-unit, 100-bed senior living community planned, the company said on Tuesday, June 16. The financing was secured on behalf of a joint venture between National Development and an affiliate of Benchmark Senior Living. The three-story, 84,276-square-foot development will include 62 assisted living apartments and 25 memory care apartments. Plans call for multiple d…
$220M Loan Fuels 56-Story Jersey City Tower With Marriott, Bowling Alley $220M Loan Fuels 56-Story Jersey City Tower With Marriott, Bowling Alley
$220M Loan Fuels 56-Story Jersey City Tower With Marriott, Bowling Alley A massive mixed-use tower featuring hundreds of apartments, a Marriott hotel, a bowling alley and a rooftop pool is moving forward in Jersey City after securing $220 million in construction financing. Kriss Capital recently provided the $220 million loan for Imperial Tower, a 56-story development planned for the Journal Square neighborhood, according to an announcement by the lending firm. The project will rise 637 feet and include 542 residential units and a 154-room Fairfield Marriott Hotel, according to project materials from architect MVMK Architecture, according to the project website.…
Bergen New Bridge Medical Center Earns LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader Honor Bergen New Bridge Medical Center Earns LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader Honor
Bergen New Bridge Medical Center Earns LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader Honor Bergen New Bridge Medical Center has again earned national recognition for LGBTQ+ patient care, workplace inclusion, and visitor policies. The medical center received a score of 100 and was named an “LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader” in the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s Healthcare Equality Index (HEI). According to Bergen New Bridge Medical Center, this is the sixth year the Medical Center has earned the recognition. The Healthcare Equality Index benchmarks healthcare facilities on policies and practices tied to equitable treatment and inclusion of LGBTQ+ patients, visitors, and empl…
$7.9M Sale Finalized For NJ Medical Office Building $7.9M Sale Finalized For NJ Medical Office Building
$7.9M Sale Finalized For NJ Medical Office Building A North Jersey medical office building has sold for $7.9 million, JLL Capital Markets announced Thursday, June 11. The 37,770-square-foot building, known as 601 Hamburg, was sold by March Associates to Pinnacle Group of Hudson Valley, according to JLL. The three-story property was developed in 2002 by March Associates, which has used part of the building as its corporate headquarters since then. The building is 97 percent leased outside of March Associates, mostly to medical tenants, according to JLL. Tenants include Denville Diagnostics/Star MRI, Wayne Dental Arts and Spectrum Therape…
$1.48M Deal Moves Fire Equipment Supplier Into 6,000-SQFT Hackensack Industrial Building $1.48M Deal Moves Fire Equipment Supplier Into 6,000-SQFT Hackensack Industrial Building
$1.48M Deal Moves Fire Equipment Supplier Into 6,000-sqft Hackensack Industrial Building A longtime supplier of fire department equipment is relocating to Hackensack after purchasing an industrial building for $1.48 million, according to the broker. New Jersey Fire Equipment acquired 163 Liberty St., a 6,000-square-foot industrial building, in a deal brokered by NAI James E. Hanson Vice President Dominic Fittizzi, who represented both the seller, JWC MGT, LLC, and the buyer. Operating since 1930, New Jersey Fire Equipment supplies equipment and gear to career and volunteer fire departments throughout the state, as well as law enforcement, EMS, industrial, and commercial custome…
$13.75M Deal Closes On Strip Mall With Chuck E. Cheese, AMC: Report $13.75M Deal Closes On Strip Mall With Chuck E. Cheese, AMC: Report
$13.75M Deal Closes On Strip Mall With Chuck E. Cheese, AMC: Report A retail center anchored by AMC Theatres and Chuck E. Cheese in East Hanover has sold for $13.75 million, according to RE-NJ, citing RIPCO Real Estate. The property at 145 Route 10 spans 70,549 square feet and sits on more than 15 acres along one of Morris County's busiest commercial corridors. The center is fully occupied and also includes GolfTec, Nielsen Dodge Chrysler Jeep, and an AT&T cell antenna tenant, according to a RIPCO marketing package. The center draws traffic from Route 10, which sees more than 35,000 vehicles per day, according to the offering memorandum. The property in…
Barstool's Dave Portnoy Bringing New Book Tour To Bergen County Barstool's Dave Portnoy Bringing New Book Tour To Bergen County
Barstool's Dave Portnoy Bringing New Book Tour To Bergen County Dave Portnoy is bringing his latest gamble to Bergen County. The Barstool Sports founder will appear at Bookends in Ridgewood on Tuesday, June 30, at 6 p.m. to promote his new book, "Cancel Me If You Can." The event includes a signed copy of the book and a photo opportunity with Portnoy. Each attendee must purchase a book ticket, according to the bookstore. Portnoy, known to millions as "El Presidente," launched Barstool Sports in 2004 as a four-page newspaper distributed around Boston. More than two decades later, Barstool has grown into a media company with more than 300 employees a…
New Life For Old Site: Major Project Breaks Ground Near Bergen County Train Station This Week New Life For Old Site: Major Project Breaks Ground Near Bergen County Train Station This Week
New Life For Old Site: Major Project Breaks Ground Near Bergen County Train Station This Week A long-awaited redevelopment next to Fair Lawn's Radburn train station is finally set to break ground this week. A groundbreaking ceremony is scheduled for Thursday, June 11 on Plaza Green, NJ Advance Media reports. The mixed-use development will bring a Sprouts Farmers Market, retail space and 145 age-restricted apartments to 22-01 Fair Lawn Ave. at Plaza Road. Developed by Sterling Properties and Danbro Properties, Plaza Green is designed as a transit-oriented community directly across from the Radburn station and Park-and-Ride, offering residents direct NJ TRANSIT access to New York City…
Two Fair Lawn Employees Got Married, Then Hallmark Made Their Town The Star Two Fair Lawn Employees Got Married, Then Hallmark Made Their Town The Star
Two Fair Lawn Employees Got Married, Then Hallmark Made Their Town The Star When Hallmark cameras arrived to film the wedding of Fair Lawn employees Liz Maresca and Nicholas Magarelli, producers found themselves telling more than a love story: They were putting an entire hometown in the spotlight. The couple married on April 12 after reconnecting years after graduating from Fair Lawn High School. Now, their wedding is being featured on Hallmark's new series, "Mom's the Bride," which premiered Thursday, June 4. Their episode follows Maresca and Magarelli's journey to the altar while showcasing the community where they grew up, work, and fell in love. "What I loved …
Same Realtor Lands 2 Biggest Home Sales For Same Bergen County Town In Back-To-Back Years Same Realtor Lands 2 Biggest Home Sales For Same Bergen County Town In Back-To-Back Years
Same Realtor Lands 2 Biggest Home Sales For Same Bergen County Town In Back-To-Back Years A Bergen County realtor has now represented the two highest-profile luxury home sales in Closter history in back-to-back years. Angela Ferullo of Christie’s International Real Estate Group closed the sale of 91 MacArthur Ave. for $4.288 million on April 20, one year after representing the sale of 67 Hickory Lane, which set the record as the highest-priced single-family home ever sold in Closter in April 2025. Even more notable, both homes were placed under contract in approximately two weeks, according to Christie’s International Real Estate Group. The latest sale further cements Closter's…
Meet The NJ Track Star Entering The ‘Love Island USA’ Villa This Summer Meet The NJ Track Star Entering The ‘Love Island USA’ Villa This Summer
Meet The NJ Track Star Entering The ‘Love Island USA’ Villa This Summer A former Division I track star with South Jersey ties is heading to reality TV’s hottest villa this summer. Sincere Rhea, a Cape May native and former Penn State, Miami, and Texas Tech sprinter, has been named one of 12 Islanders appearing in Season 8 of Peacock’s hit dating series “Love Island USA.” In Peacock’s newly released teaser, Rhea leaned into his track background while introducing himself to viewers. “I’m a chaser,” he said. “That’s why I run track.” He also joked that he signs off emails, “Sincerely Sincere.” NBC Universal/Peacock Rhea competed at Penn State from 2020 to 202…
VIDEO: Mom's Arrest At BOE Meeting In Jersey City Sparks Firestorm VIDEO: Mom's Arrest At BOE Meeting In Jersey City Sparks Firestorm
Video: Mom's Arrest At BOE Meeting In Jersey City Sparks Firestorm A Jersey City mom was arrested at a Board of Education meeting last week, sparking outrage from a city councilwoman, a sharp response from the school board president, and a GoFundMe launched to support the woman’s legal defense. Emily Pecot was charged with criminal trespass following the Thursday, May 21 meeting, according to municipal court records. The offense happened around 8:30 p.m., and Pecot is scheduled to appear in Jersey City Municipal Court on Tuesday, June 9. Video of Pecot's arrest was shared to Instagram by the Jersey City Times. Pecot’s remarks (1:39:51) focused on decorum a…