Jen Ursillo

New York

News Anchor and Digital Content Writer at WKXW-FM (Ewing, NJ)

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What you need to know about opening day trout season in NJ

2 months ago | nj1015.com | Jen Ursillo

Get your tacklebox, fishing poles, and bait ready, anglers. Opening day trout season begins in New Jersey on Saturday, April 5. About 175 waterbodies, including 90 rivers and streams, and 85 lakes and ponds from Cape May to Warren counties, will be stocked with about 570,000 rainbow trout between April 5 and May 23, said Kyle Civalier, assistant freshwater fisheries biologist with the New Jersey Division of Fish and Wildlife.
NJ man charged with stealing thousands from a film festival

2 months ago | nj1015.com | Jen Ursillo

MONTCLAIR — A 34-year-old Essex County man was arrested and charged with stealing thousands of dollars in electronic equipment from the headquarters of the Montclair Film Festival, according to police. Police responded at 11 a.m. Monday, March 24, to the Montclair Film Festival headquarters at 505 Bloomfield Ave. on a report of a burglary, said Montclair Police Chief Todd Conforti. An employee called the police after arriving at work and noticing an unsecured front door.
Breast-milk flavored ice cream is on the way to NJ

2 months ago | nj1015.com | Jen Ursillo

Are you brave enough to try breast milk-flavored ice cream? It’s coming, thanks to the baby brand Frida. "You've tried the rest. Now try the breast," is the company's tagline for this new ice cream flavor. No, this is not an April Fool’s joke or a product stunt, as some people immediately thought and said on the brand’s social media platforms. To celebrate the launch of the company’s new Mom 2-in-1 Manual Breast Pump, the brand decided to give moms a taste of their babies’ cuisine.
Legendary crooner to retire; will perform his final show in NJ

2 months ago | nj1015.com | Jen Ursillo

ENGLEWOOD — After a seven-decade career, legendary crooner Johnny Mathis has announced he is retiring from touring. The 89-year-old “Twelfth of Never” singer is still on the road with his “Voice of Romance Tour.”But on Wednesday, his team announced on Facebook that Mathis will perform his very last show on May 18 at the Bergen Performing Arts Center (PAC) in Englewood, New Jersey on Sunday, May 18.
10 of the most unique must-have party food trucks in NJ

2 months ago | nj1015.com | Jen Ursillo

Food trucks are all the rage in New Jersey. They are a perfect perk for any party, whether it be a backyard bash, a swanky banquet celebration, or a company get-together. Sure, you can choose trucks that serve classic American fare like burgers and hot dogs, or an Italian pizza truck, but how about really mixing it up to impress your guests? These are 10 very unique food truck companies (not desserts) that operate out of New Jersey to check out.
Student brings a 3-D printed gun to a NJ middle school

2 months ago | nj1015.com | Jen Ursillo

HOWELL — A student brought a fake gun inside a Monmouth County school on Tuesday morning. The student created the firearm with a 3-D printer at home, took it on the bus, then brought it inside Howell Township Middle School North in Farmingdale, police said. Police were called about the gun at 7:30 a.m. on March 25. After someone reported the gun to school staff, school officials confiscated the item and determined that it was fake and non-functioning. Police said there are no safety concerns.
Meet this famous chef at The NJ Wine and Food Festival in May

2 months ago | nj1015.com | Jen Ursillo

HAMBURG — The New Jersey Wine and Food Festival returns to Sussex County this spring. The three-day weekend festival is set for Friday, May 2, through Sunday, May 4, at Crystal Springs Resort, 1 Wild Turkey Way, in Hamburg. Chef Francis Mallman (MSTCreative)The weekend-long festival offers attendees unforgettable opportunities to taste a variety of wines and spirits, enjoy unique culinary experiences, dinners, and parties, and meet participating chefs and winemakers.
Newly renovated NJ aquarium reopens after 5-year closure

2 months ago | nj1015.com | Jen Ursillo

After being closed for five years during the COVID-19 pandemic for renovations, a family fun attraction has reopened in Atlantic County. A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held Monday for the Atlantic City Aquarium. Mayor Marty Small Jr. was joined by aquarium staff and city leaders to officially cut the ribbon outside the building before guests got a first look at all renovations, both indoors and out.
Need equipment? Don't miss this NJ county spring surplus auction

2 months ago | nj1015.com | Jen Ursillo

Do you need a truck, bus, heavy machinery, or maybe some construction equipment? Good news. The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners has announced that the 2025 Monmouth County Spring Surplus Online Auction will take place Saturday, March 29 through Tuesday, April 1. “During the surplus auction, vehicles, equipment, and dozens of other items will be available for bidding through USGovBid.com,” said Commissioner Director Thomas A.
NJ farm-to-table: Savor fresh dishes at these 10 restaurants

2 months ago | nj1015.com | Jen Ursillo

For those who like farm-fresh food and ingredients when they dine out, you’ll be happy to know that New Jersey has a vibrant farm-to-table dining scene with many restaurants committed to sourcing local and seasonal ingredients. Here are 10 farm-to-table restaurants to check out in the Garden State. Semolina in Red Bank (Google Street View)Semolina Restaurant13 White St., Red BankThis “farm-to-table restaurant serving simple cuisine in a casual setting” is a BYOB.