Seasonal jobs: Here’s who’s hiring for the holidays in 2024

While seasonal hiring is expected to be lighter this year because of a softer job market and tightened consumer spending, here’s a look at who is hiring.

No, the port strike did not cause a toilet paper shortage

Toilet paper makers say there's no shortage of the goods after seeing reports on social media of consumers buying up the items in stores.

Dockworkers' union to suspend strike until Jan. 15: What's next?

The union representing 45,000 striking U.S. dockworkers at East and Gulf coast ports reached a deal Thursday to suspend a three-day strike until Jan. 15 to provide time to negotiate a new contract.

Costco reveals price cuts on popular Kirkland Signature items

Costco announced price reductions on several Kirkland Signature products during its fourth-quarter earnings call, despite a recent membership fee increase.

Port strike 2024: Which products could face shortages, price hikes?

If drawn out, the strike would force businesses to pay shippers for delays and cause some goods to arrive late for peak holiday shopping season.

Where are ports located in NY, NJ area? Here's what they do

On Tuesday, 36 U.S. ports, including New York and New Jersey, were shut down as the union representing approximately 45,000 dockworkers went on strike for the first time since 1977. Here's what ports are affected in our area:

Port strike 2024 triggers toilet paper 'panic buying' at Costco locations

Videos posted online claim that toilet paper is sold out at Costco stores in several states – including New Jersey – with one worker saying their stock was cleared one hour after opening.

Home heating costs to increase this winter; here's how much

With the prices to heat your home expected to spike during the winter months, this is how much you could be paying in your area.

Verizon outage update: Service 'fully restored' after network disruptions

A widespread Verizon outage that began Monday morning seemed to be clearing up by late afternoon, not long after Verizon said there was "progress" toward restoring calls and texts.

Is my COVID test expired? How to check, and what to do

If you have unused COVID tests lying around at home, they may be OK to still use. Here’s what to know as the cold and flu season ramps up.

Port strike looming: What to know and expect

Retailers are bracing for potential pain should thousands of dock workers along the East Coast begin striking this week. Here’s what to know and what to expect.

National Coffee Day: Enjoy discounts and freebies on your next cup

National Coffee Day, celebrated on September 29, is a favorite among coffee lovers, with businesses offering enticing deals to mark the occasion.