The Biggest Travel Trends to Expect in 2024

The Biggest Travel Trends to Expect in 2024

If 2022 travel trends were all about a return to travel, then 2023 was the year we went further than ever before. Travelers took to the skies, rails, roads, and seas to cross off goals on their bucket lists with Arctic adventures, luxury yacht cruises, and even the first tourist trip into space. In 2024, travelers will…

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route 15 southbound alternate bridge

Temporary Route 15 Southbound Bridge Opens in Jefferson

Two Lanes of Traffic Restored a Week Early The New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) has announced the full opening of the temporary Route 15 southbound bridge over the Rockaway River, a week earlier than anticipated, as work continues to replace the 124-year-old bridge in Jefferson Township. Two lanes of traffic are now open on…

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TD Ready Challenge Addresses Barriers Faced by Small Businesses

TD Ready Challenge Addresses Barriers Faced by Small Businesses

TD Bank Group (TD), Cherry Hill, has announced that applications are now open for the annual TD Ready Challenge grant program. This year, TD is inviting eligible charitable and nonprofit organizations to submit proposals for innovative solutions that support underserved small business owners in developing, launching, or growing their businesses. A total of 10 grants…

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TD Bank Survey Reveals Holiday Shoppers Plan

TD Bank Survey Reveals Holiday Shoppers Plan

TD Bank announced the findings of its 2024 Merry Money Survey, revealing that more than half of holiday shoppers (52%) are scaling back their spending due to recession anxieties, and more than four out of every ten (42%) respondents are weighing their holiday spending behavior based on the impact from the election. Despite these concerns,…

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Table for 1 - Restaurants Accommodating Solo Dining Trend

Table for 1 – Restaurants Accommodating Solo Dining Trend

Long considered the ultimate social no-no, dining alone at a restaurant is losing its stigma. According to online reservation platform OpenTable, between 2022 and 2023 single-person reservations increased by 4%, making it one of the largest and fastest-growing dining segments in the U.S. Whether for business or pleasure, solo dining is something restaurant consumers – particularly…

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Support Morris County’s Local Businesses This Holiday Season

Support Morris County’s Local Businesses This Holiday Season

Support Morris County’s Local Businesses This Holiday Season Nov. 25 is Small Business Saturday®   With the holiday season underway, finding the perfect gift isn’t just crucial for shoppers, it’s crucial for local businesses — “shopping small” can have “big” outcomes for everyone during Small Business Saturday® in Morris County this Saturday, November 25th! “In Morris…

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Summer Tourism Bouncing Back, Weather Permitting

Summer Tourism Bouncing Back, Weather Permitting

New Jersey’s tourism industry has made a strong comeback since the days of the COVID-19 pandemic. With the World Cup and nation’s 250th anniversary on the horizon, the industry’s outlook is bullish.   While New Jersey may not be the top vacation spot in the world (Paris takes that title, according to U.S. News &…

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Summer and Fall Festivals You Can’t Miss in Morris County

Summer and Fall Festivals You Can’t Miss in Morris County

MORRIS COUNTY — Whether you are a traveler or a local, Morris County’s vibrant summer is filled with exciting events and will surely attract you to this wonderful county. Morris County offers something for everyone to enjoy. Whether you are a history buff, a music lover, or a big foodie, you will find events that…

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