Source: NJBIZ
Spirit Airlines announced Feb. 19 it will resume a seasonal route between Atlantic City International Airport and Myrtle Beach International Airport (MYR).
The route runs during the spring and summer. It will restart April 15, offering five flights weekly.
Andrea Lusso, vice president of network planning for Spirit Airlines, said Myrtle Beach [...]

Thu, Feb 19, 2026 11:19:00 PM, Continue reading at the source
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Linda Doherty to retire as NJ Food Council CEO in January 2027
Search committee formed to find successor; transition begins this fall
NJFC represents nearly 400 companies, 1,200 retail food stores in New Jersey
Doherty led the council through legislative victories, major industry crises
After more than two decades leading the New Jersey [...]

Thu, Feb 19, 2026 10:43:00 PM, Continue reading at the source
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North to Shore Festival runs June 13–28 in Newark, Asbury Park
Headliners include Janelle Monáe, The Black Crowes, Yellowcard, Sublime
NJPAC-produced events feature music, comedy, film, community arts programming
160,000+ attended in 2025; tickets go on sale Feb. 27
When the North to Shore Festival returns this summer in New Jersey, headliners will [...]

Thu, Feb 19, 2026 7:32:00 PM, Continue reading at the source
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Freshpet first pet food brand to receive Clean Label Project certification
Entire US, Canadian product line earn Purity Award
Independent tests screen for heavy metals, industrial contaminants
Bedminster-based Freshpet has become the first pet food brand to earn certification from the Clean Label Project.
The Colorado-headquartered nonprofit conducts independent laboratory testing for contaminants [...]

Thu, Feb 19, 2026 7:16:00 PM, Continue reading at the source
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The North Brunswick Train Station project reached a major milestone, with 60% design approval secured. NJ Transit has also authorized the Middlesex County Improvement Authority to move into Phase 3, the final engineering and design stage.
Officials say this next phase will advance the project toward 90% design completion. It will [...]

Thu, Feb 19, 2026 7:11:00 PM, Continue reading at the source
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New Jersey American Water investing more than $14M in upgrades across four towns
Projects in Camden, Cherry Hill, Plainfield, Shrewsbury to replace aging water mains
Work includes new ductile iron mains, service line renewals, added fire hydrants
Utility also opens 2026 Water and Environment Grant Program
New Jersey American Water is continuing infrastructure [...]

Thu, Feb 19, 2026 7:06:00 PM, Continue reading at the source
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Wawa is recalling four types of milk from its convenience stores in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland and Delaware over concerns about a potential choking hazard.
According to a Feb. 18 announcement, the chain initiated a recall after discovering some bottles may contain “soft plastic pieces.”
Wawa said the following 16-ounce beverages made [...]

Thu, Feb 19, 2026 6:53:00 PM, Continue reading at the source
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$5M initiative to bring 2026 FIFA World Cup experiences to New Jersey communities
Program funds large fan zones; grants for local events, watch parties, cultural festivals
Focuses on economic benefits for small businesses, cultural groups, nonprofits
Shift from a single Jersey City Fan Fest to community-driven celebrations across the Garden State
Gov. Mikie [...]

Thu, Feb 19, 2026 4:57:00 PM, Continue reading at the source
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Montclair-based MAD Global Strategy Group is expanding its national footprint again. The firm announced the addition of veteran communications executive Frank Buonomo Feb. 18.
Buonomo
Buonomo joins as managing director and will open and lead a new Pittsburgh office.
The move marks MAD Global‘s formal expansion into western Pennsylvania. It also strengthens the [...]

Thu, Feb 19, 2026 3:44:00 PM, Continue reading at the source
Source: NJBIZ
Medina
Imagine the World Cup Final at the Meadowlands.
Eighty thousand fans on their feet. Billions watching around the world. The roar of the crowd fades. A hush falls over the stadium. A single spotlight finds Jon Bon Jovi standing alone at midfield — no spectacle, no pyrotechnics, just a microphone, a guitar, and silence. He begins softly: “I’m [...]

Thu, Feb 19, 2026 3:29:00 PM, Continue reading at the source