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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.
Plans to build a new resort at the former Gillian’s Wonderland Pier in Ocean City, New Jersey, are taking shape.
The new owner confirmed to CBS News Philadelphia that his team at ICONA Resorts presented the plans to the Boardwalk Merchants Association.
Those plans call for a new 252-room hotel that will be called, “Icona in Wonderland.” The plans also include retail space along the Boardwalk at 6th Street.
The iconic Ferris wheel and carousel would remain on site. To become a reality, all of these plans still have to be approved by Ocean City officials.
The president of the Friends of Ocean City New Jersey History and Culture opposes the plans, saying the resort is not a good fit for the historic shore town.
Wonderland Pier closed its doors in October, leaving bittersweet memories for families and community members not ready to say goodbye. Friends of Ocean City New Jersey History and Culture organized a community photo with hopes of sparking new ideas and helping save the 94-year-old institution.
After years of financial troubles, Jay Gillian, the owner of Gillian’s and the mayor of Ocean City, announced in August the amusement pier was closing for good, saying it’s no longer a viable business.
Back in August, Roy Gillian, founder of Wonderland Pier and a former Ocean City mayor, died at 94. He opened Wonderland Pier in 1965 at Sixth Street and the Boardwalk, later founding Gillian’s Island and Adventure Golf.
The Manchester Township School District in Ocean County is facing multiple lawsuits, with one former superintendent arguing he was fired due to anti-LGBTQ+ bias.
John Berenato, who served as superintendent and is gay, claims the Manchester Board of Education fired him after community members and board officials targeted him in a campaign for his ouster.
Berenato’s lawsuit describes derogatory remarks and overt hostility from district staff and community members, which he says were part of an effort to dismantle LGBTQ+ protections and undermine his leadership.
His lawsuit against the district accuses officials of fostering a hostile work environment intolerant of LGBTQ+ rights and inclusivity.
Two other former employees, Bridget Antonucci and Lori Burns, have also filed lawsuits against the district and various officials, including current Superintendent Diane Pedroza.
Pedroza did not respond to requests for comment. In an email on Monday, the district said it could not comment or provide information on pending litigation.
Antonucci, the former director of special services, claims that her support for state-mandated inclusive policies and her advocacy for LGBTQ+ colleagues led to targeted harassment and eventual termination. She states in her lawsuit a campaign of retaliation began in late 2023.
Burns, former director of early childhood education and a lesbian, says she experienced anti-LGBTQ+ comments from district officials who opposed her efforts to promote an inclusive curriculum.
Known for her work on LGBTQ+ inclusion in schools, Burns resigned in June, citing a hostile environment for diversity advocacy.
All three former employees accuse the district of violating New Jersey’s anti-discrimination laws and are seeking damages for emotional distress, lost wages, and punitive measures against those involved.
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