Kimberly Redmond

New Jersey

Reporter at NJBIZ

journalist at @NJBIZ, formerly a reporter with @njdotcom @starledger @lohud @gannett @patch

Articles

Campbell’s Prego launches promo to support busy parents

3 days ago | njbiz.com | Kimberly Redmond

The Campbell’s Co. wants to help parents manage end-of-school year stress. To do so, it’s giving away kits featuring all the ingredients needed to make an easy, family dinner using its Prego brand sauce. As part of the #PreGOseason meal kit giveaway, 100 winners get a box with everything needed to make the recipe of their choice. Packages will include a jar of Prego sauce, plus all the fresh ingredients to bring the dish together, delivered straight to their door.
Vio Med Spa plans Middlesex County debut

3 days ago | njbiz.com | Kimberly Redmond

Vio Med Spa is coming to North Brunswick.
American Dream opens giant Gabby’s dollhouse splash pad

3 days ago | njbiz.com | Kimberly Redmond

American Dream is launching a giant indoor splash pad for children inspired by the hit Netflix series “Gabby’s Dollhouse.”Located inside the DreamWorks Water Park, the state-of-the-art area bills itself as the largest of its kind in North America. Designed for little ones just getting used to water play, Gabby’s Dollhouse: Kitty Splash Garden features dancing fountains, swings, slides and sprays.
Face Foundrié preps launches in Bridgewater, Sea Girt

3 days ago | njbiz.com | Kimberly Redmond

Fast-growing facial bar franchise Face Foundrié is expanding its presence in New Jersey. After unveiling their first location earlier this year in Edgewater, husband-wife team Michael and Fawn Vollero will soon launch outposts in Bridgewater and Sea Girt. The franchisees expect to open their 2,110 square-foot space at The Village at Bridgewater Commons in Bridgewater by June. The duo will follow that up with a 1,212-square-foot spot at Brook 35 Plaza in Sea Girt this summer.
Rite Aid to close 2 NJ stores in first round of shutdowns

3 days ago | njbiz.com | Kimberly Redmond

The basics:Rite Aid to close two New Jersey stores in MayNJ workforce to lose 1,122 jobs as part of mass layoffsNearly all 1,240 stores across 15 states are up for auctionBankruptcy court approves expedited sale of pharmacy assetsAt least two Rite Aid stores in New Jersey will be among the first round of closures connected to the retail pharmacy chain’s recent Chapter 11 bankruptcy.
Rutgers initiative attempts to combat vaccine misinformation

3 days ago | njbiz.com | Kimberly Redmond

The basics:Vaccine Equity Education Coalition, launched at Rutgers, combats vaccine misinformation through community educationThe program trains students, caregivers and older adults as vaccine ambassadorsVEEC partners with DOH and schools to reach underserved communitiesNursing students gain hands-on experience tackling vaccine hesitancy in the fieldAn initiative born at Rutgers University is taking a shot at building vaccine confidence.
YWCA Northern NJ plans women's career expo in Paramus

5 days ago | njbiz.com | Kimberly Redmond

As New Jersey continues to see widespread layoffs across various sectors, YWCA Northern New Jersey is responding with a timely expo to help connect women with immediate job opportunities and career support. Scheduled for May 13 in Paramus, the 2025 Women of the Workforce: Career Expo aims to be inclusive and empowering for women who are navigating career transitions, entering the workforce for the first time, or seeking growth opportunities.
Bausch + Lomb, Walmart partner for in-store eye care clinics

5 days ago | njbiz.com | Kimberly Redmond

Eye health products company Bausch + Lomb is teaming up with Walmart to host eye care clinics at dozens of the retailer’s stores nationwide. “Eye Care for My Care” aims to help educate shoppers on the importance of eye care. The events will run throughout the month of May (Healthy Vision Month). As part of the program, attendees will be offered free samples of Bausch + Lomb‘s over-the-counter product samples and educational materials, according to Walmart.
Trader Joe’s plans new NJ store amid 2025 expansion

6 days ago | njbiz.com | Kimberly Redmond

After unveiling plans to add a new store in Woodbridge, nautically themed grocery chain Trader Joe’s expects to launch a location in West Orange. Although the California-based company confirmed to Montclair Local it is looking to open in the township, details on where or when were not shared with the media outlet. However, Montclair Local and TapInto West Orange both reported that the grocer will join the lineup at Mount Pleasant Plaza.
NJ tourism hits $50.6B; state eyes World Cup growth

6 days ago | njbiz.com | Kimberly Redmond

The basics:New Jersey welcomed 123.7M visitors in 2024, spending a record $50.6BFood and beverage led growth, reaching $14.2BVisitor spending supported 507,000 jobsLooking ahead, FIFA World Cup 2026 projected to bring $2B impact, 1M+ visitorsAfter continued growth in visitor volume and spending in 2024, New Jersey officials are optimistic over how hosting upcoming major events, like the FIFA World Cup 2026 and America’s 250th anniversary festivities, will impact the tourism industry.