Source: NJBIZ
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Long Branch establishes Paris Baguette‘s 32nd NJ location
Chain plans new shops in Manalapan, Neptune, Freehold
Brand targets 1,000 US cafés by 2030
New Pier Village café locally owned and operated
Bakery café chain Paris Baguette is pressing forward with expansion efforts in its home state of New Jersey.
The brand recently opened its 32nd [...]

Fri, Jun 26, 2026 11:45:00 AM, Continue reading at the source
Source: NJBIZ
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New Jersey Hall of Fame announces Class of 2026
Inductees include former governor, Grammy Award-winning artist and more
Honorees will be recognized Sept. 24 at American Dream‘s Dream Live Performing Arts Center
The New Jersey Hall of Fame announced its class of 2026 on June 25. The inductees span the worlds of entertainment, business, [...]

Fri, Jun 26, 2026 11:32:00 AM, Continue reading at the source
Source: NJBIZ
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Operation FAST reduces NJDEP freshwater wetlands backlog by 42%
LOI inventory falls from 1,102 cases to 638 as of June 18
Initiative aims to speed reviews, improve permitting transparency
Faster determinations could reduce development delays and costs
The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection introduced Operation FAST in April to streamline permitting processes, [...]

Thu, Jun 25, 2026 8:58:00 PM, Continue reading at the source
Source: NJBIZ
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Freshpet leadership transition moves co-founder Scott Morris to advisor role
COO Nicki Baty will add president title, oversee operations
CHRO Thembi Machaba promoted to chief administrative officer
Succession plan positions $1B business Freshpet for its third decade of growth
Freshpet has served the needs of pet owners and their furry friends for two [...]

Thu, Jun 25, 2026 8:49:00 PM, Continue reading at the source
Source: NJBIZ
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Morris Cancer Center treated more than 85K patients in its first year
New Brunswick hospital delivered 23K-plus chemotherapy infusions, nearly 20K radiation treatments
Part of RWJBarnabas Health‘s $1.5B investment to transform cancer care throughout NJ
One year after officially opening its doors, New Jersey’s first and only freestanding cancer hospital is celebrating [...]

Thu, Jun 25, 2026 7:03:00 PM, Continue reading at the source
Source: NJBIZ
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Brotherton Brewing reopens June 27 in Atco under new owner
South Jersey brewery closed in spring 2025; sold with its liquor license, equipment
Revamped taproom will feature 10 rotating beers, events, expanded amenities
Brotherton plans to resume local distribution
After being sold to new owners in the wake of its spring 2025 closure, [...]

Thu, Jun 25, 2026 6:59:00 PM, Continue reading at the source
Source: NJBIZ
Curated food hall concept Wonder is making it easier to satisfy late-night cravings.
The chain began extended operating hours, to 5 a.m., at seven of its 27 outposts across New Jersey June 22. The rollout covers:
Green Brook
Hackettstown
Hoboken
Marlton
Middletown
Midland Park
North Brunswick
Founded by billionaire entrepreneur Marc Lore, Wonder allows customers to mix and match [...]

Thu, Jun 25, 2026 6:53:00 PM, Continue reading at the source
Source: NJBIZ
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Jersey City postpones vote on proposed 20% tax increase
Officials working to close reported $255 million budget deficit
Administration will seek additional spending cuts before July 1 vote
Residents raised concerns about size and speed of the tax hike
Just days after unveiling a controversial plan to raise Jersey City‘s third quarter municipal [...]

Thu, Jun 25, 2026 6:45:00 PM, Continue reading at the source
Source: NJBIZ
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83 NJ restaurants make Wine Spectator‘s 2026 Restaurant Awards list
11 eateries ear honor for the first time
Global awards recognize over 4K restaurants across all 50 states, 85-plus countries
Eight-three restaurants in New Jersey are among the best in the world when it comes to wine offerings, according to Wine Spectator [...]

Thu, Jun 25, 2026 6:37:00 PM, Continue reading at the source
Source: Jersey City – Jersey Digs
Manhattan’s Kati Roll Company will soon be opening at 924 Bergen Avenue in Jersey City. Image courtesy The Kati Roll Company.
A fast-casual Indian spot that has operated in New York City for over 24 years is crossing the Hudson River, as The Kati Roll Company will be bringing its restaurant [...]

Thu, Jun 25, 2026 1:00:00 PM, Continue reading at the source