Coastal region of New Jersey, spanning about 141 miles along the Atlantic
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Slate’s electric pickup has impressed a tester with its balanced chassis, strong on-road feel, and surprising efficiency. Despite a modest power figure, the truck shows promise in daily driving and highlights a new, more affordable EV approach.
Three children entered the Passaic River near Pulaski Park in Passaic, New Jersey. A 10-year-old boy has drowned after helping his sister to safety; an 11-year-old survived, and another 10-year-old remains missing as rescuers continue a river-and-docks search.
Public market debut of Jersey Mike’s raises about $1 billion at a $7.3 billion valuation. Blackstone introduces broad employee ownership for corporate staff, while franchisees and store workers remain ineligible. Reformation mirrors a cautious IPO environment with steady demand but muted first-day gains. The wave of private equity-backed listings shows resilience amid volatile markets.
A Jersey Shore pizzeria has defended its policy not to provide a knife for guests to cut outside cakes during a fifth-birthday party, after a viral video sparked debate online. The owners say kitchen safety and business rules guide their decision, and that the restaurant remains focused on pizza, not event hosting. The incident took place at Joey Tomato’s on Jenkinson’s boardwalk in Point Pleasant Beach.
Multiple amusement rides across the Atlantic have halted as crews respond to incidents. In New Jersey, a Sky Ride on Casino Pier saw a child fall before the ride began moving, with authorities investigating for potential defects. In the U.K., a group was stranded on the Wipeout ride in Essex; all passengers have been rescued with no injuries reported. In Suffolk, a rollercoaster stalled at Pleasurewood Hills, with firefighters rescuing 27 riders from a 131-foot-tall ride during a bank holiday cleanup.
A slow-moving nor'easter has struck the Mid‑Atlantic and New England since late September, causing heavy rain, strong onshore winds and coastal flooding from New Jersey to southern New England. Utilities, flights and events have been disrupted, at least one person has died in New York City, and forecasters warn additional high‑tide flooding will persist into Monday and Tuesday.