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Welch’s Fruit Snacks debuts patriotic America 250 packaging
The snack from Park Ridge-based PIM Brands Inc. unveils America 250 packaging, limited-edition flavors and a $5,000 road trip sweepstakes for summer.
Nearly 2M NJ residents to travel for Fourth of July
Nearly 2 million NJ residents will travel for the Fourth of July as AAA, the Port Authority and NJ Transit forecast busy roads, higher gas prices and crowded airports.
Bell Works Holmdel hosts Fourth of July fireworks June 30
Red, White BOOM! returns to Holmdel with fireworks, food and family activities, beginning at 5 p.m. to celebrate the Fourth of July.
Holiday travel hits record highs in NJ as gas prices fall (updated)
AAA projects more than 20 million residents will travel by automobile this July Fourth with the cost to fill up at its lowest since Independence Day in 2021, according to GasBuddy.
Campbell’s Goldfish crackers pop up with free Jersey Shore car wash
Set for July 3-4 in Manahawkin, the “Goldfish Retrieval Service” will offer beachgoers complimentary scrubs and vacuum service as well as custom snack mixes.
July 4 food costs heat up as meat, egg prices climb
A new report from Wells Fargo finds beef and beverage prices are driving increases in the summertime celebration tabs, while fruits and chicken may offer relief.
73% of consumers plan to celebrate Independence Day
Overall, Americans expect to spend a whopping $9.4 billion on food alone, according to the National Retail Federation. That averages out to about $90.42 on key fixings like beer, beef, soda and lettuce.
Atlantic City gears up for holiday weekend, summer stretch (updated)
The buzz builds on strong second quarter figures, when Visit Atlantic City hosted 56 events, conventions and conferences. That generated 50,613 room nights booked and 112,884 attendees, for a total economic impact of $63.7 million.
