Written by Andrew Dauphinee Published on July 2, 2025 Did you know that the NJ State Library maintains a Jerseyana collection aimed at preserving the history, culture, and literary works… Continue reading “Digital Jerseyana Collection”
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WEBINAR – Murder, Disaster, and Scandal in New Jersey
New Jersey has seen its share of heinous crimes, natural and manmade disasters, and juicy scandals throughout its history. Some of these stories are well known, such as the Lindbergh… Continue reading “WEBINAR – Murder, Disaster, and Scandal in New Jersey”
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New Jersey Outdoors: archive now available online
Originally published on January 29, 2021 New Jersey is far more than just a “garden” state. While well known for its vast network of fields and farms, fresh produce and… Continue reading “New Jersey Outdoors: archive now available online”
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WEBINAR – The Mysteries of the 1777 Battle of Navesink
Accounts of the history of the Revolutionary War often overlook the Battle of Navesink. The war was less than a year old when the First Regiment of the Monmouth Militia… Continue reading “WEBINAR – The Mysteries of the 1777 Battle of Navesink”
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Abigail Sharp: New Jersey’s One Witch
Published on October 18, 2021 The colonial province of New Jersey never tried anyone for witchcraft. The only legal record concerning a “witch” is the lawsuit brought by Abigail Sharp… Continue reading “Abigail Sharp: New Jersey’s One Witch”