Amid the outbreak of COVID-19, Garden State bars and breweries were able to operate with some success under temporary rules. Now, they await permanent relief to extend expansion permits past their Nov. 30 expiration date until New Jersey's indoor dining limitations are lifted.
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Ferrero appoints president for Canadian business unit
Alessandro Natola previously served as managing director for the brand in Scandinavia, leading a team that grew the business by 40 percent.
Read More »Verizon named official 5G, wireless partner for Prudential Center
The collaboration will also see the telecommunications provider work with Dignitas to build out a gaming center at the esports organization's East Coast studio, adjacent to the Newark home of the New Jersey Devils.
Read More »Grown in Middlesex County map highlights local produce from the source
The interactive feature connects users to farmers' markets, U-pick outlets and Christmas tree farms from across the Central Jersey county.
Read More »Regal Cinemas to close all nationwide locations due to pandemic
In the Garden State 11 theaters will be affected; across the U.S., more than 40,000 jobs are impacted by the move.
Read More »Waking up
After years of fits and starts, then another several months of fits during the COVID-19 pandemic, American Dream is beginning to look more like what its most recent developers intended.
Read More »Winter is coming
It’s been a full quarter since New Jersey’s brick and mortar gaming parlors were allowed to reopen for business. And with cold weather on the way, Atlantic City’s casinos continue to face operational uncertainty.
Read More »All the world’s not a stage
According to ArtPride Executive Director Adam Perle, a survey of the state’s arts industry found that 53% of members say they won’t survive the pandemic without significant support from the government or foundations. And while some shows have gone on outdoors, New Jersey's live theater industry is struggling.
Read More »NJMEP panel discusses safety, creativity amid food manufacturers
Safety and transparency have been top priorities for food manufacturers during the pandemic, according to a panel of experts at Manufacturing Day hosted on Oct. 2 by New Jersey Manufacturing Extension Program.
Read More »Two decades in the making, American Dream opens Thursday (slideshow)
After 20 years, and about seven months from when the global pandemic stymied its initial 2020 debut plans, the Meadowlands mega mall American Dream will open 100 stores and multiple theme parks Thursday.
Read More »Caesars Entertainment to buy sportsbook William Hill for $3.7 billion (updated)
The nation's largest casino operator, which controls four of Atlantic City's gaming palaces, cited the U.S.'s growing sports betting and online gaming sectors as a driving factor for its purchase.
Read More »Aquarium, Legoland to open at American Dream in spring 2021
The attractions were on track to debut in spring 2020, but opening dates were shifted due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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