According to a Patch report by **Josh Bakan**, the owner of the mob-themed restaurant **The Bistro of Haddonfield** in South Jersey is speaking publicly after filing for bankruptcy, saying he wants people to understand the financial reality behind the decision. The...

Clementon Park, one of New Jersey’s oldest amusement parks, is shutting down permanently, according to its owners, ending a long and troubled chapter for the historic attraction. In the announcement, owners said the park can no longer continue operating after years of...

According to Patch reporter **Josh Bakan**, South Jersey physician **Dr. Edward “Ed” Rios** died after battling cancer, and his family is continuing the work and values he built through his medical career and community involvement. The article centers on how Rios’...

Authorities in South Jersey are warning residents about fraudulent notices demanding money, according to a report by **Josh Bakan for Patch**. The scam has been appearing in communities including Gloucester Township and Cherry Hill, where officials say people have...

New Jersey saw a sharp rise in announced layoffs this summer, with nearly 4,500 job cuts reported statewide, according to a Patch article by **Carly Baldwin**. The report says employers across several industries disclosed significant reductions, reflecting a notable...

A traveling circus is coming to Cherry Hill for a multiweek stay, according to Patch. In the article, author **Josh Bakan** reports that **Garden Bros. Nuclear Circus** will hold a **weeks-long residency** in Cherry Hill, giving local families multiple chances to...

A Patch report by **Caren Lissner** examines how much New Jersey school districts pay top administrators, highlighting districts where salaries exceed **$200,000** and giving readers a way to compare pay in their own communities. The article is based on statewide...

According to Patch, New Jersey drivers heading into Labor Day were expected to see some of the lowest holiday gas prices in years, even as overall holiday travel was projected to hit record levels. The article, written by Carly Baldwin, cites AAA data showing that the...

A Jersey Cash 5 lottery ticket worth $486,019 was sold near Gloucester Township, according to a Patch report by **Josh Bakan**. The winning ticket matched all five numbers drawn for the **Tuesday, Aug. 13** drawing, making it the only ticket to claim the top prize....

A new dog care business has opened in Cherry Hill. According to a Patch report by **Josh Bakan**, **Fetch! Pet Care of Cherry Hill** has launched a new location at **1990 Route 70 East**. The facility offers a range of pet care services for local residents, including...