New Jersey
Enjoy ‘Only Murders’ cookies locally as Schmackary’s opens location in New Jersey
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‘The Bear,’ ‘Only Murders,’ and more of this summer’s hottest TV shows
USA TODAY TV critic Kelly Lawler lists this summer’s must-see TV shows, including the return of “The Bear” and “Only Murders in the Building.”
If you’re an “Only Murders in the Building” fan, then you are in for a treat.
Schmackary’s, a New York City-based bake shop has opened in New Jersey, according to NJBIZ. Its cookies made a cameo in season three of the comedy-drama series on HULU starring Selena Gomez, Martin Short and Steve Martin.
The new storefront has found a home at 41 W. Palisade Ave. in Englewood. This is the first launch as part of the brand’s new franchise program.
The dessert brand, dubbed as the “Official Cookie of Broadway,” opened 12 years ago in the Theatre District and was founded by aspiring actor Zachary Schmahl, according to the report.
“It brings me great joy to celebrate the grand opening of our first franchise location. Richipal and Sonia are exemplary franchisees whose dedication and enthusiasm embody the spirit of Schmackary’s. Our Northern New Jersey customers can now enjoy our delicious cookies and coffee without the trek into the city,” Schmahl said.
There is a rotating menu of more than 100 flavors that includes red velvet, dulce de leche, key lime, oatmeal, green tea, butter pecan, cookie dough, sweet corn, caramel apple crisp and Funfetti. The brand also makes limited-edition themed cookies to tie in with big stage performances.
The new owners are a husband-wife team, from Fair Lawn, Richipal Bindra and Sonia Kaur. They were smitten with Schmackary’s after visiting the flagship location.
“We were comparing every franchise we could, but none of them stood out. That was, until we found Schmackary’s. Between their business model, incredible numbers and soul-filled culture, we were sold instantly,” said Bindra.
Schmackary’s is open daily from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m.
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New Jersey
Man shot in New Jersey town prompts brief lockdown at nearby hospital
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Man shot in New Jersey town prompts lockdown at nearby hospital
Virtua Willingboro Hospital was briefly placed on a precautionary lockdown after someone dropped off a shooting victim early Thursday morning. Police say the victim was shot in the leg in Beverley and taken to the hospital by a “private vehicle.”
BEVERLY, N.J. – A local hospital was briefly placed on precautionary lockdown after a shooting victim arrived early Thursday morning, according to police.
Investigators say a man was shot in the leg near the intersection of 2nd and Magnolia streets in Beverly sometime before 1 a.m.
The victim was taken by a “private vehicle” to Virtua Willingboro Hospital, where staff issued a precautionary lockdown that was quickly lifted.
FOX 29’s Marcus Espinoza reports the lockdown was issued to quell concerns about family and friends of the victim arriving at the hospital.
No arrests were reported immediately after the shooting.
New Jersey
2 people injured in boat explosion in Old Bridge, New Jersey
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OLD BRIDGE, New Jersey — Two people were injured when a boat exploded at a marina in New Jersey on Wednesday.
Authorities say officers responded to a boat explosion around 3:20 p.m. at the Raritan Marina, located at 1707 Rt. 35 in Laurence Harbor in Old Bridge.
The explosion launched a 57-year-old resident into the water. He was pulled out by bystanders.
He suffered burns to his face and legs and was airlifted to Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, New Brunswick for treatment.
A 47-year-old South Amboy resident suffered blast injuries from glass to his stomach and arms. He was taken to Bayshore Medical Center for treatment.
First responders, including police, fire and EMS crews, quickly arrived at the scene to aid the injured and secure the area.
New York City Fire Department marine teams also responded and helped local fire departments.
The charred-out boat eventually sank from the weight of the water as fire crews put out the flames.
The cause of the explosion is under investigation, but officials say the incident does not appear to be suspicious.
The marina is closed due to the investigation.
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New Jersey
Jersey Shore businesses accused of illegally selling flavored vape products are fined
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Nineteen stores that authorities say illegally sold flavored vape products have been fined civil penalties of $4,500 each.
The stores — 12 of which are in Wildwood — sold flavored electronic smoking devices and products, including mint, candy, fruit, and chocolate flavors, the stare Office of the Attorney General said in a statement. All were issued notices of violations.
The sale of vapor products with a flavor, taste, or aroma other than tobacco has been illegal in New Jersey since 2020. The law was the nation’s first permanent flavor ban, according to the governor’s office.
Undercover investigators bought products and observed flavored vapes being sold during an investigation that began in June.
On Aug. 13, eight Wildwood business owners ranging in age from 27 to 55 were charged by city police with sales of flavored vapor products where prohibited, a disorderly persons offense.
“In the coming months, the city of Wildwood, Wildwood Police Department and Code Enforcement will seek to reeducate and work with tobacco and vape distributors to make sure that they know the law,” city officialw said earlier this month. “Our goal is to protect kids, and we plan to do that in unison with businesses that sell these products.
The stores issued civil penalties are:
- Aloha Convenience & Smoke, Plainfield
- Cruz Grocery Store, Newark
- Shell Food Mart, Parlin
- Still the Dubb on Springfield Convenience Store, Irvington
- Supreme Cloud Smoke Shop, Sayreville
- Wacky Tobaccy Smoke Shop, Asbury Park
- Spirit Gifts, Wildwood
- Spirit USA, Wildwood
- Genesis, Wildwood
- Over the Boardwalk, Wildwood
- Exotics, Wildwood
- Gift World, Wildwood
- High Society, Wildwood
- Gifts 4 U, Wildwood
- Waves, Wildwood
- No Cap, Wildwood
- Golden Gate, Wildwood
- Smoke Factory, Wildwood
- Dolphin, Wildwood
“The ban on flavor vaping devices is in place to protect New Jersey consumers — especially our youth — from the harmful effects of electronic cigarettes, nicotine, and tobacco,” said Cari Fais, Acting Director of the Division of Consumer Affairs. “By identifying and taking enforcement action against merchants who illegally sell these products, we are protecting public health and fulfilling our responsibility to safeguard consumers from unlawful business practices.”
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Jeff Goldman may be reached at jeff_goldman@njadvancemedia.com.
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