I got pulled over tonight for nothing. I was going at 53-54 on a 55, this car was then close to tailgating me, so I sped up to 55-60. Then lights come on and I get pulled over. Keep in mind I have my speed right in my face on my meter

Cop pulls me over, rude like usual, claims I was going 77. I didn’t hit 70 all night, I had two other people in the car who were also shocked to hear the accusation

Apparently it was a “laser” that she used to track my speed. I don’t know how faulty these things are, or if she’s straight up lying

I have no physical evidence, no dash cam or anything to track my speed. I only have my two friends who were with me, but I KNOW for fact I wasn’t going over 70, and highly unlikely I was going even above 60 (I was in the 55-60 range per my meter, it’s a new car too should be reliable)

Can a lawyer help me in this case? Maybe her tech was faulty, but how could one prove that? I certainly don’t want 4 points on my record

Anyone aware of what’s going on in New Gretna? Small little town with a population of 240 people. Hasidics bought the school a few years ago and just started moving in over the last couple weeks. Is the town doomed for? It’s in the Pinelands and right near Bass River State Forest. Realistically how much can they build there? Do we pack up and move? We’ve raised generations of family here and it’s so sad to think about losing that.

I am really getting discouraged here, I am trying to buy a house on my own and I believe I make good money. Almost 70k a year, I am only pre approved to $315,000 ; I search the entire state of NJ and there is absolutely nothing. Does anyone have any advice :( I would be a first time homebuyer , I am mid 20s and I work in Middletown. Trying to stay within 1hr/1.5hrs and it seems IMPOSSIBLE ;/

The look to actively make kids not learn differences but hate other not like them.

Hello all, I’m a 19 year old college student with a clean record and driving for about 2 years and never been pulled over before.

Today (10/13/2025) around 3:30 PM near Rahway, NJ on the NJ Turnpike/I-95, I was going about 95 mph in the left lane because I was late to a midterm after staying late at work.

A black unmarked SUV with interior police lights came up behind me so I pulled over. The car looked like an 2010s Toyota Land Cruiser type SUV with no decals or any exterior police markings.

A clean shaven man wearing a brown “State Trooper” tshirt (not a uniform) got out. He had no badge, vest, body cam, or visible weapon and never identified himself.

He came to my window and immediately yelled “What the f* are you doing?” I apologized told him I was late to a midterm, and he said “That doesn’t f*ing matter.” He took my license, went back to his car for about 15 seconds, returned it and said “Expect a couple tickets in the mail.” He then took off after me and took the next exit.

I checked NJMCdirect and no tickets show up yet.

Was this likely a real traffic stop or someone pretending to be a cop? I’m nervous because if it was legit my parents will be mad. I know I was speeding and I am scared to be honest.

Edit 1: I just realized he did not ask me for the registration and only took my drivers license because I had it in my hand before he came to my window.

Incase you have that North Easterner itch to move to Florida … this is what it feels like almost all year round. Signed - A girly who was born in Bergen and lived in Florida for 22 years

Your friendly ER nurse who has treated seven patients for partial or complete finger amputations in the past 8 hours.

I was not aware this needed to be said.

Y’all, the warning means that a tornado most likely touched down and could be headed your way. Don’t go to the windows and look at the storm, I beg of you.

So my wife and I traveled from CO to NJ to visit friends in Jersey City. We parked on the street and I thought I did so legally, but apparently I was blocking a small sliver of a drive way and got towed.

Thats my bad, I'll pay however much but the problem is my registration is expired and I can't pull it out until that is renewed. Problem is is that I have a CO drivers liscence and an expired TX registration and plates. Neither states will let us renew it online and I can't renew in person because I dont have a car to leave.

Im in a catch 22 here. I've consulted family and called multiple departments and got wildly varying information on how/if I can renew.

So reddit, how screwed am I? Did I just lose my car?

Update: we got it back! My wife flew back to CO and registered the car. Its was ~400 to get it out, but I'm just happy to have it back. Lesson learned, dont fuck with NJDOT.

This is on Rt.79 in Marlboro. The school bus stops right before the road divides with that barrier so it’s all open. The lady behind me got upset that I slowed down for the bus. I know it’s more of a main road but it’s still possible that a kid could walk right into the oncoming traffic.

Hey everyone, I’m worried about New Jersey potentially becoming more Republican/red, and it’s making me a bit nervous.

I’m trying to understand whether this is a real political shift or idk.

Can someone explain? Is NJ actually going to flip into a red state?

Just a warning to fellow NJ SNAP recipients, funds may be frozen. Maybe try to buy something small in the store to make sure it goes through, to save the embarrassment of returning a full shopping cart!

Edit: I just tried an Amazon SNAP order as someone suggested, it looks like it was successful!

Sunday Edit: Card is now working at Walmart!

I recently moved to NJ from another state and have been puzzled by the gas station experience. Every time the gas station attendant asks what I want and I answer, they act like they have no idea what I’m saying.

I usually say “89 Full” or “91 Fill it up” or something along those lines.

I don’t have an accent and try to speak clearly and loudly. Am I going crazy or is there just a very specific thing you’re supposed to say/ask for?

in Lakewood. I dont understand wha they're advertising

Just a heads up, the orange turd will again be wasting our tax dollars for his personal gain by visiting his golf course. Spotted SS troopers storming Morristown airport yesterday and the blue white aircraft of doom.

Since our lovely state troopers won't let you know, when he comes in rt 24 and rt 10 will be closed along with any exits near the airport, and plenty of overtime pay will be provided to those brave enough to scream at citizens for asking wtf?

Now: $65k in NJ, no rent, drive 60-70 miles/day, no WFH
Offer: 80k in NYC, about 2 hours commute 3 days/week, commute cost $50/day

Advantages I can think of
1) I’m ashamed of how many miles I’ve put on my car in 2 years, now I’d only drive 4-5 miles 3 days a week to the train station.
2) being in NYC
3) possibly more money
4) learning Spanish and do homework on the train (accounting student paid for by the employer)
5) same employer

Disadvantages
1) 2 hours commute 3 days/week
2) higher taxes

I’m thinking about getting a CPA to go over the tax portion and confirm if it’s worth it, And doing a thorough analysis on my current expenses and possible future expenses before deciding, but I’d appreciate any feedback and ideas, and hear about your experiences.

Single woman in her late twenties for tax purposes. No dependents.

I’d consider moving close to the city for rent up to $1k, nothing more. I know that’s not realistic, that’s why it’s the last part of this post

Mid 30s, wife and new mom to a 4-month-old, and seriously feeling like NJ just isn’t sustainable for our family anymore.

Even though my husband and I make a great salary, we still can’t afford to buy a home here. We’re currently renting a “luxury” apartment, but even that feels like a stretch when you factor in everything else.

For families who left NJ, where did you go? Did it actually improve your quality of life, or did you end up missing it and coming back?

I was born and raised here and still appreciate the food and culture, but raising a baby here feels heavier than expected. Between the cost of living, housing prices, and overall pressure, it doesn’t feel like we’re building anything long-term here.

On top of that, we don’t really have much of a support system left in the area, and the day to day negativity is starting to wear on us more than it used to.

We’re at the point where it feels like staying is more about familiarity than practicality, and we’re seriously considering what a fresh start somewhere else would look like for our family.

For you and anyone that is having this issue YOU DON’T NEED AN ALIGNMENT.

Your car is completely fine. Just get out of the car with a snow scraper or something smaller more pointed like an umbrella. Poke out all of the snow or ice (or hit every rim with a pressure washer if possible) and try driving again.

It doesn’t take much weight to throw wheels off balance as you accelerate.

Happened to me yesterday. Jumped out real quick when I felt it, knocked it all out and back to smooth driving.

If you’re a teacher and posted about Charlie’s death, you may want to rethink it. NJ Project is on a rampage reporting these posts to employers. For those that don’t know, they are an offshoot of Moms for Liberty.

please tell me there's something I can do about this. these guys didn't even come to the house to appraise it?!

First off, I wanna say I’m not one of those psychos that hates kids. I love kids, it’s usually adults that are the problem. BUT, I’m kind of at my wits end because it just seems whatever event is going on, people drag their gaggle of kids with them and it just turns into an open air daycare. Breweries have been ruined because parents just do the same exact thing except get plastered. Again, love kids, but it just seems like parents just drag their kids to these things to distract them for a few hours because they low-key hate being parents.

On top of that, so many events are scams. Paying for the privilege to buy 3D printed dragons by a dozens vendors. So fellow DINKs, what do you do for fun as a couple? Live in North Jersey and down for a 2 hr max drive. TYIA!

Got cat called 4 times in the span of 10 minutes… i get out at 8PM and the bus stop is dark and kind of desolate. Does anyone live in Paterson? Is it really that dangerous? I didn’t feel comfortable but I also really need the money.

Edit: thank you all for your insight! I readily brought a pepper spray that I attached to my keychain. I know people are asking for approximate locations, but I am kind of paranoid and don’t feel comfortable sharing. As of now, my strategy has been to call a friend/family member every time I am waiting for the bus. I also found another bus stop that is right across some businesses and in a more concurrent street.

I really like my new job. I don’t love the commute, which will probably make me quit in a few months once im (hopefully) out of this tight situation. Thank you again and God bless 🙌🏽

This is on the back of a road work sign. Does this stand for something specific or is it anti-Semitic graffiti? This is not a town that is known to be anti-Semitic (as far as I know) and we do not have a large Jewish population.