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While the holidays are eagerly anticipated by most, many Americans say their stress increases during this time of year. According to a 2023 survey of 22,061 adults by the American Psychological Association, 89% of U.S. adults say something causes them stress during the holiday season, with the most common reasons being financial worries (58%), gift-giving (40%), missing family or loved ones (38%), and having too much to do (32%).

Holidays also offer a time for reflection, which can create a constructive setting for families to gather and discuss values, ideas, goals and even challenges.

MIDDLETOWN – Whether navigating busy airports during the holidays, shopping for presents online or even applying for a new job, it’s best to practice caution because fraudsters don’t take a holiday.

Laid-back summer days are over and the recent months of political grind culminated in an outcome that pleased some and saddened and angered others. So what’s next? Whether you’re eager for it or ambivalent about it, the holidays are here.

When the last of the Holiday Express events were over Christmas Eve, when Santa hung up his suit for the last time for 2022, and all the musicians and volunteers finally went home for a long winter’s nap, it seems the holiday season was made a little brighter for many.

Not everyone is built to fight the crowds for discounted Black Friday deals. If you want to skip the mall, shop small.

To give you the greatest chance for success, we spoke with Lynne Ward, The Two River Times People Pages photographer, who has plenty experience gathering and arranging individuals into pleasing compositions at events. She gave us her tips for getting everyone looking their best in front of the camera.

That metallic, shiny wrapping paper that makes all your presents look festive? Keep it out of the recycling bin, along with a number of other items used to decorate the holidays. Read more to find out what can and can't be recycled this time of year.

Throughout the holiday season: Celebrate the holidays at Convention Hall at Asbury Park Boardwalk’s 5th Annual Holiday Bazaar on Nov. 25-26 and Dec. 2, 3,...

By Cort Smith Rumson China & Glass owner Barbara Edwards doesn’t think that price should be a barrier to buying great gifts for the holidays. So,...