Well before becoming a digital reporter, content creator and fill-in news anchor for New Jersey 101.5, Erin Vogt's journalism roots began with faux interviews on a Fisher Price tape recorder. The lifelong Jersey Girl has more than 20 years in radio news and has received both an NJSPJ award and a team-won Regional Edward R. Murrow Award. She firmly believes that life’s too short to drink bad coffee and is a fan of the beach and karma.
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Highly contagious virus with nasty symptoms spreads in NJ
The entire Northeast region is seeing a high number of norovirus outbreaks, according to the CDC in February 2024.
PA woman guilty of brutal NJ shore murders of father and girlfriend
Sherry Lee Hefferman faces 30 years to life in prison for the Surf City murders of John Enders and Francoise Pitoy in their waterfront home.
Major NJ companies announce hundreds of layoffs this year
Prudential Financial, Ashley Stewart and Fresh Pro led the pack of companies laying off workers in New Jersey — while a grocer also was closing a store to make way for housing.
Major renovation and construction begins at Metlife Stadium in NJ
After being awarded eight 2026 matches, including the FIFA World Cup final, MetLife Stadium in New Jersey is undergoing some major demolition and renovations.
Attention shoppers: NJ getting a new Target with new design
Target is opening its newest NJ store in a retail plaza that also will offer a ShopRite, Shack Shack, Chipotle, Honeygrow and much more.
Game-changer for NJ beauty services: These are salon suites in New Jersey
A new salon option is giving both licensed beauty and cosmetology service providers and customers more flexibility in NJ.
NJ fast food: We found the best app deals to save you money
A roundup of New Jersey's favorite quick food and drink spots, and what you can score through their respective, free rewards clubs.
These NJ Shore towns are getting millions to spend on their boardwalks
New Jersey has announced 18 Shore towns that are splitting $100 million in boardwalk preservation grants, using federal funding.
NJ reaches legal cannabis high: Over 100 dispensaries open for business
Nearly all spots with legal cannabis in NJ are open to adult-use recreational sales, nearly two years since the state expanded beyond medical marijuana.
NJ man, seen at Jan. 6 riot with name on coat, arrested 3 years later
Robert Coppotelli, of Toms River, faced federal charges, just over three years after the violent insurrection at the U.S. Capitol.
NJ art teacher accused of sexually assaulting middle school student
Amy D'Ovidio, of Pompton Plains, was arrested and charged on Feb. 16 after an investigation by Garfield police and the Bergen County Prosecutor's Office.
NJ town will have cops crack down on youth vaping
Howell township is focusing on retailers still stocking illegal, flavored pods for e-cigarette devices, as well as a public smoking ban with fines.