History

Retrospective: Milk Vending History in New Jersey

For as long as there have been families in New Jersey, there's been a need for milk. New Jersey dairy…

2 years ago

History of the Jersey Tomato

It's revered. It originates in Central and South America, dating back to the 1500s, and originated in the region now…

2 years ago

Peaches Means New Jersey

Peaches Peaches Everywhere Many don't remember that New Jersey, particularly Somerset, Morris, and Hunterdon Counties, were premiere peach orchards with…

2 years ago

The Bridgewater Copper Mines

It wouldn’t come as a surprise to most people that mining is the most prevalent industrial sector in Somerset County.…

2 years ago

Experience Historic Somerset County, New Jersey

We love Somerset County, New Jersey history. We love it so much, we made it our home. The Mr. Local…

2 years ago

English Farm – Liberty Corner’s Historic Gem

As with all Mr. Local History retrospectives, we often update the post when we learn additional facts and are sent…

2 years ago

Jersey’s Bendix Diner Story Blows Your Mind – Closing Forever

I love John....and this is why... UPDATE: Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2025 Some have heard that owner John Diakakis has been…

2 years ago

New Jersey Rev War Series Mr. Local History Project

New Jersey is known as the "Cockpit of the American Revolution" for a reason - because it was. More battles,…

2 years ago

Warren’s Schwaebische Alb Was a Jersey Octoberfest Institution

HELP THIS STORY: We are still looking for photos of the beer garden or any photos taken after 1970. We…

2 years ago

New Jersey Rev War Video Collection

Knowing that people are very busy, we've gathered a playlist of short videos that take your through some of the…

2 years ago

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