New Jersey 101.5

12/18/2025

New Jersey is one step closer to banning the sale of dogs, cats, and rabbits at pet stores across the state. What do you think about this proposed law?

In New Jersey, a bill designed to protect families from sick pets could close small pet stores while leaving puppy mills unchecked.

12/17/2025

One of New Jersey’s leading advocates for LGBTQ rights has been accused of child endangerment in a household incident that became public. Read our story here: https://nj1015.com/lgbtq-advocate-child-endangerment/

12/17/2025

The election result could have turned out differently if more people had bothered to vote. We look at which municipalities and counties had the best and worst turnout — and which towns were more likely to vote by mail. The results are surprising. 🔗 Full list in comments

12/17/2025

The thin crust connoisseur of Barstool Sports, Dave Portnoy, is back in the Garden State to highlight local pizzerias with his One Bite Pizza Reviews.

Dave Portnoy is back in New Jersey, reviewing local pizzerias and showcasing the state’s beloved pizza culture with tasty scores and honest opinions.

12/17/2025

A Seton Hall University employee was the victim of an armed carjacking on campus Tuesday morning, according to South Orange police. Read our story here: https://nj1015.com/seton-hall-carjacking-update/

12/17/2025

He was sentenced to seven years, and must serve two before being eligible for parole.

Brick's own Shane Dempsey, a State Police trooper, has been sentenced to seven years for attempting to engage in sexual acts with someone he believed to be a minor.

12/17/2025

Four women are accused of shoplifting at a North Jersey shopping mall on Monday. Read our story here: https://nj1015.com/westfield-garden-state-mall-theft/

12/17/2025

A Pennsylvania driver who killed a beloved New Jersey veteran in a crash has been sentenced to nearly two decades in state prison.

Sean Mamakas faces 18 years in prison for a reckless crash that killed Michael Ceddia Jr., a beloved motorcycle enthusiast and Vietnam veteran from Hackettstown.

12/17/2025

A new restaurant is opening in Morristown.

Morristown welcomes Cotto, a new Italian eatery opening December 16, with Chef Jordan Petrileo crafting mouthwatering dishes like spicy rigatoni and grilled octopus in a cozy BYOB setting.

12/17/2025

No, it has nothing to do with electricity going out or our credit cards not working.

Winter has arrived in New Jersey, reminding everyone to prepare for snow and keep cash on hand to support our teens who are hard at work helping you.

12/17/2025

Where in New Jersey are your favorite places to go sledding? Find out our favorites by reading our story here: https://nj1015.com/best-sledding-spots-new-jersey/

12/16/2025

The award-winning Legacy show choir at Hillsborough High School recorded this cheerful 2025 rendition of the 12 Days of Jersey, heard first on New Jersey 101.5's Deminski & Moore Show.