Kimberlee Bongard

Sep 26, 2023 | njspotlightnews.org | Kimberlee Bongard

Several flood-prone areas in New Jersey have been earmarked by federal officials to receive additional support to protect communities against climate change. The Federal Emergency Management Agency designated 483 census tracts nationwide as Community Disaster Resilience Zones earlier this month. FEMA listed eight zones in New Jersey, including parts of Bergen, Hudson, Atlantic and Cape May counties.

Sep 10, 2023 | njspotlightnews.org | Kimberlee Bongard

“Dry January,” when some people take a month-long break from alcohol consumption, perhaps prompted by holiday excess, is a long-established tradition. But so-called sober socializing — for people who are looking to socialize anytime without alcohol as part of the mix — is a growing trend, including in New Jersey. This year alone, several groups have sprung up to organize sober social events in places packed with bars.