Brooks Betz

Meet (Sir) Francis Bernard Esq. – New Jersey’s Royal Governor

Our curiosity started with a round-table discussion: Who is Francis Bernard, and should there be a statue to recognize his…

5 months ago

In Search of the Crest of Sir Francis Bernard

In Search of the Official Crest of Sir Francis Bernard, the Royal Governor of New Jersey and Massachusetts. As with…

5 months ago

Sir Francis Bernard Honored With American Town Names

Sir Francis Bernard's Legacy Carries On as Towns Honor the Royal Governor of New Jersey and Massachusetts In 1758, Francis…

5 months ago

History Matters to MainStreet Bernardsville

We are very happy to announce our partnership support to the MainStreet Bernardsville revitalization effort in New Jersey and hope…

5 months ago

100th Far Hills Race Collectible – Feel Lucky – Enter Chance to Win

UPDATED for 2024 - We're having a raffle again to honor the 103rd edition of the Far Hills Race Meeting.…

5 months ago

Meandering The History of Bernardsville’s Mine Brook

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

5 months ago

Where is West Millington, Lyons and Madisonville Sections of Bernards Township

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

5 months ago

Cranford Canoe Club Moves Closer to National Historic Nomination

What has been coined the "Venice of New Jersey", the iconic Cranford Canoe Club in Cranford, New Jersey is starting…

5 months ago

Growing Up at the Cranford Canoe Club

The Mr. Local History Project is determining interest to nominate the Cranford Canoe Club to the New Jersey Historic Registry.…

5 months ago

UPDATE: Evicted – Non-Profit Friends of Vanderveer House Vacate Bedminster Property

The future barn and giving garden are still on track and continuing at Bedminster's Jacobus Vanderveer House property, which is…

6 months ago

Franklin Corners and William Childs Williamsburg-esqe Vision

Bernards Township's Franklin Corners Historic District honors Benjamin Franklin's name. Tucked in the northernmost section of Bernards Township, New Jersey,…

6 months ago

Jersey’s Bendix Diner Story Blows Your Mind – Forced to Sell

I love John....and this is why... https://youtu.be/GJdH0Q0DltM?si=nC2xR9x2Dgbe_ZR4 "Site Unseen" Movie Trailer (Full documentary is now available at the end of…

8 months ago

Jersey’s Jared Isaacman – Ridge Dropout Billionaire Astronaut NASA Dream Job Dashed

JARED IN THE NEWS: May 31, 2025 So what happened? Tell us in the comments. The White House did not…

8 months ago

Jersey Diners & Burgers Claim Introduction at 1939 World’s Fair – The White Mana

Where was the White Mana at the 1939 World's Fair in Flushing Meadow, New York? Is this an urban legend,…

8 months ago

Finding New Jersey’s Giant Pizzas

Yes, in New Jersey, there are places making pizzas from 24"to 36" that are very good —we call them Jersey's…

10 months ago

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