Population in 2011: 8,821,155
State Flower: Violet
State Bird: Easter Goldfinch
State Tree: Red Oak
State Fruit: Blueberry
Important Numbers
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Drug Abuse 1-800-255-0196
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Alcoholism Hotline 1-800-322-5525
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Compulsive Gambling Hotline 1-800-GAMBLER
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Elderly Abuse 1-877-582-6995
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NJ State Police 609-882-2000
NJ Fun Facts
- The boardwalk in Atlantic City was the first of its kind in the world.
- The first drive-in movie theater was built in Camden in 1933.
- The first movie was developed in 1889 by Thomas Edison.
- The first professional basketball game was played in Trenton in 1896.
Download Section
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- Statewide Benefits For Older Persons - Download
Senior Services
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American Cancer Society 1-800-227-2345
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American Diabetes Association 1-800-342-2383
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American Heart Association 1-800-634-1242
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Asthma & Allergy Foundation 1-800-727-8462
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Adult Protective Services 1-800-792-8820
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Alzheimer's Association 1-800-883-1180
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AARP State Office 1-866-542-8165
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Arthritis Foundation (NJ Chapter) 1-888-467-3112