by Samantha Woodruff




The 2026 World Cup is only weeks away, but the controversies don’t stop coming. While this event is looking to be one of the most expensive in its history, it’s also introducing some changes to stadiums that have athletes both excited and frustrated. Grass fields have been something that American...
The controversy surrounding data centers has grown more tense, and those in favor are doing all that they can to try to move public opinion towards them in a more favorable direction. A shining example of this new direction is the growing partnership between trade unions and the tech companies...
The annual Strawberry Festival at Von Thun’s Country Farm Market is returning this weekend. It is one of the many festivals within New Jersey to celebrate the strawberry season, which takes place between the months of May and June. Families interested in participating should purchase tickets to the festival’s two...
The months leading up to the upcoming 2026 midterms have been quite tense, and the ongoing primaries and special elections have been no better. The climate the Trump administration has fostered has created around politics has been a nightmare scenario for many, on both sides of the Republican and Democratic...
When it comes to sports and esports, there is a big difference, and some people don’t see esports as sports at all. Sports require athleticness, skill, and practice, but in esports, you mostly just need skills, practice, and patience. There are plenty of pros and cons for both. For regular...
From 10 am to 6 pm this Saturday and Sunday, May 26 and the 27th, as well as the following Monday (Memorial Day) from 10 to 5pm the Fairy Tale Forest in New Jersey will have its opening weekend! It is open weekends through June 21st, and will, be open...
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