Jen is a seasoned radio veteran with more than 30 years of experience as a broadcast journalist and morning show co-host. She has been at NJ 101.5 since 2016 as a news anchor and digital content writer. Before that, Jen was a traffic reporter at Total/Shadow Traffic, a business news anchor at The Wall Street Journal Radio Network, a morning show co-host on 106.3 GROCK, 95.9 The Rat, 92.7 WOBM, 100.1 WJRZ and Q104.3 in New York City, and a morning show producer on Z100. She is also a voiceover artist and an announcer for Tournament of Bands high school marching band competitions. Jen lives at the Jersey Shore and mostly enjoys writing stories about animals.
Jen Ursillo
Number of certified home health aides continue to decrease in NJ
The total number of certified home health aides in New Jersey is rapidly declining, which has one hospice and home care CEO concerned.
Popular Philly wok eatery is set to open its first New Jersey location
A popular Philadelphia-based wok eatery is set to open its first New Jersey location in Atlantic County in June.
Important deadline nears for NJ student loan borrowers
The NJ Department of Banking and Insurance plans to reach out to more than 72,000 eligible student loan borrowers to remind them of the April 30th deadline to consolidate loans to be part of the federal loan forgiveness program.
The job outlook for 2024 graduates is bright
As graduation approaches, there's good news for job seekers as more than 60% of employers said they plan to hire entry-level professionals, according to Robert Half.
What to know if you’re interested in a Jersey Shore summer rental
Summer home rentals at the Jersey Shore are hot right now and one realtor offers the best tips on prices, availability, and more.
15 of the best beach eats at the Jersey Shore
Here are 15 of the best Jersey Shore restaurants to enjoy before or after the beach.
Alcohol is becoming a big problem in New Jersey
A NJ counselor has tips to cut back on alcohol consumption after the latest statistics reveal alcohol abuse continues to be a problem in the Garden State.
The deadline to get your NJ wine passport stamped is nearing
New Jersey's Wine Trail Passport program ends on May 20th so visit as many wineries as possible, get your passport stamped, and be in the running for a grand prize.
Popular spring attraction in NJ apologizes for causing traffic mess
A popular tulip farm in Monmouth County issued an apology on social media today after customers complained about being stuck in traffic for hours on Sunday entering and exiting the farm.
Spring cleaning: NJ begins highway trash removal
This week begins NJDOT's annual spring litter removal campaign where crews will be on the side of state roadways picking up trash, mowing grass, and pruning trees.
Man arrested for trespassing at a Bayville middle school
A Manahawkin man was arrested for trespassing at Central Regional Middle School while sitting in a pickup truck on campus, police say.
More than 1,500 guns were detected at U.S. airports, including Newark, this year
More than 1,500 firearms were detected at U.S. airport checkpoints in the first half of 2024, including two at Newark International Airport, according to TSA officials.