According to a new report from Alignable, companies in the Garden State say they've made less gains amid the variant than business owners in any other state.

Over 23 years, Kirk Ruoff has grown the breakfast and lunch spot to 21 locations across New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Delaware.

Ownership of the public relations and marketing firm has transferred to long-time team member, and most recently chief operating officer, Sandy Crisafulli, with the retirement of the agency's founder.

"New Jerseyans, and specifically Devils fans, are more likely to play the lottery than many across the country," said Jackpocket CEO Peter Sullivan in a prepared statement. "Jackpocket is proud to partner with the Devils to bring this dedicated fan base a simple, fun way to play the lottery."

The company said it will launch its VIE.gg wagering platform following a five-day "soft play" period that will ensure all the rules are being followed.

Jim Dorey's new post is effective immediately. Eventually, he will transition to the roles of president and chief operations officer when Ron Onorato retires within the next two years.

“We never really considered expanding to New Jersey," said owner Danny Young, "but when our broker brought us to Journal Square, we thought it was an outstanding location. It’s a thriving commercial and residential neighborhood and the Journal Squared building is very upscale. We believe our concept will be a great product and service for the area.”

Andrea Pagnanelli, who became the youngest head of group sales in the NFL at 23 when she was manager with the New York Jets, was named chief business officer by the club.

The state's gaming palaces brought in nearly 65% more last year than they did the year prior--and nearly 37% more than 2019, before the pandemic.

The hospitality offering at the center of Headquarters Plaza completed a multimillion renovation project that brought updates to its lobby, rooms, meeting spaces and more.

The new addition comes on board as the historic facility continues to raise funds for its $50 million renovation project.

The 39th annual New Jersey Lottery Festival of Ballooning returns to Solberg Airport this summer.