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Thousands More New Jersey Jobs Set to Disappear as HelloFresh Joins Growing Wave of Layoffs

Thousands of New Jersey workers are expected to lose their jobs before the end of 2026 as employers across multiple industries continue filing WARN notices, with HelloFresh becoming the latest company to announce layoffs in the state.

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Thousands of New Jersey workers are expected to lose their jobs before the end of 2026 as employers across multiple industries continue filing WARN notices, with HelloFresh becoming the latest company to…

Kanitra's report is expected to intensify New Jersey's ongoing debate over immigration policy, government spending and the state's cooperation with federal immigration authorities.

NJ Lawmaker: Send Every Invader Home; Cites $8.2B in Annual Migrant Spending

Congressional investigators are examining New Jersey's handling of an MVC voter registration error involving approximately 6,600 noncitizens, while lawmakers debate whether additional federal action may follow.

Mikie Sherrill Lets Congressional Deadline on Voter Registration Request Pass Without Complying

The revival of the Grog's name reflects the enduring importance of locally owned surf shops that built communities long before surfing became a mainstream industry.

Grog’s Surf Palace Returns: The Legendary Jersey Shore Surf Shop That Helped Build East Coast Surfing Is Back

Federally convicted tax cheat George Gilmore is hosting a $10,000 Italian dinner in Toms River for Stafford Township candidates.

Ocean County GOP Chairman Hosts $10,000 Campaign Dinner for Stafford Twp. Candidates at Toms River Italian Restaurant

Punjabi Tech Support Scammer Captured Targeting Senior for $80,000 in Bayville

A Berkeley Township Police investigation led to the arrest of a New York man accused of acting as a courier in a scam targeting a Holiday City senior citizen.

Police Blotter·Ocean County News·Tech and Gaming

Berkeley Township detectives arrested a New York man after an undercover operation intercepted an alleged courier attempting to collect another $30,000 from a senior citizen already scammed out of $50,000.…

A Pennsylvania State Police investigation found that a Brick Township woman allegedly crossed into oncoming traffic, killing two motorcyclists in Clearfield County.

Brick Woman Spazzes Out, Kills Two After Bug Flew Into Her SUV in Pennsylvania

A heavily decomposed fin whale rests in the surf off Barnegat Light as Marine Mammal Stranding Center personnel coordinate recovery and examination efforts. Photo by Marine Mammal Stranding Center

Decomposed Endangered Fin Whale Washes Ashore at Barnegat Light on Long Beach Island

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Ocean County Weighing Independent Investigation Into OCVTS Scandal as Lawsuits Mount

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Ocean County Sheriff’s Officer Directing Traffic Negligent in Crash, Lawsuit Claims

Philadelphia police are searching for a masked suspect accused of chasing a woman near SEPTA Suburban Station, causing her to fall and suffer injuries before fleeing into the transit hub.

Masked Suspect Chasing and Harassing Riders at Train Station Sought by Police

Four-Time Felony Drunk Driving Migrant Detained by ICE After Being Caught Driving Again

Maryland State Sen. C. Anthony Muse is facing questions after surveillance video showed his SUV striking a parked vehicle's mirror before ending up partially on a sidewalk and against a tree, prompting criticism from residents who say elected officials should be held to the same standards as everyone else.

Drunk Driving? Maryland Senator Criticized After SUV Ends Up on Sidewalk Against Tree in Annapolis

New York City's first comprehensive evaluation of congestion pricing found the tolling program reduced traffic but had little measurable effect on air quality during its first year, while officials reported pollution continued its long-term decline and no communities experienced worsening conditions.

NYC Study Finds Congestion Pricing Had Little Measurable Impact on Air Quality in First Year

Single-use plastic utensils and straws may no longer be automatically provided with takeout and delivery orders under New Jersey's "Skip the Stuff" law. - AI Satire

New Jersey Tells Residents How to Report Restaurants for Violating Plastic Utensil and Straw Laws

Florida Teens Charged After E-Moto Rampage Through Target Causes Thousands in Damage

Empty TP Holder in Public Bathroom Stall

‘Skip the Squares Act’ Goes Viral as New Jersey Residents Mock State’s New ‘Skip the Stuff’ Law

Trenton Mayor Russ Gasciora - An emergency executive order requires weekend overnight business closures along East State Street as Trenton responds to a series of violent incidents near City Hall.

Trenton Cracks Down on Late-Night Violence with Emergency Business Curfew on East State Street

Fans Stranded After Usher Concert - A disabled NJ Transit train carrying about 700 passengers was towed to Penn Station after riders spent nearly two hours stranded inside the Hudson River tunnel.

NJ Transit Still Silent After HundredsStranded in Hudson Tunnel After MetLife Concert Before Rescue

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Former USDA Director Sentenced to Prison in $400K Taxpayer Fraud and Kickback Scheme

Police arrested a wanted Florida man after an overnight manhunt that began when he allegedly crashed a pickup truck into a utility pole and fled through Oakland.

Florida Fugitive Arrested After Crashing Truck Into Utility Pole, Triggering Overnight Manhunt in New Jersey

Kaileigh Hogan, 25 of Canada has been arrested for a Gold Theft in Bensalem, PA - Photo by Bensalem Police Dept.

Another Canadian Woman Facing Deportation After $43,000 Gold Theft in Pennsylvania

The Stone Pony in Asbury Park - Photo by Rolf 52

Stone Pony Brings Jam Bands, Reggae, Country and Yacht Rock to Asbury Park This Week

Donald Trump looks over a windfarm-free beach in Wildwood as NJ Governor Phil Murphy pouts. Political Satire/Artistic Rendering

Trump Delivers on Promise to Save Jersey Shore from Offshore Wind Farms with Lease Buybacks

Elvis is in the house in Toms River.

Elvis Tribute Scheduled for Next Shelter Cove Beach Party in Toms River Summer Concert Series

Ice Cream Cup Without a Spoon? NJ Dairy Bar Spoofs New Jersey’s New Plastic Ban

Cross Toppled, Roadside Memorial for Jackson Teen Vandalized, Trampled

Electric vehicles and electric vehicle charging stations

New Jersey 2035 Gas Car Ban Remains on Track Under Sherrill Administration

New York Police Commissioner Charged as Getaway Driver at Son’s Bronx Gang-Related Drive-by Shooting

Man Arrested with Rifle at Trump National Golf Club Ahead of President’s Visit

Creator: New Jersey Has a “Deep South” and it’s Below the Mason Dixon Line

New Jersey Asks Appeals Court to Keep Assault Weapons Ban in Place Pending U.S. Supreme Court Fight

New Jersey Wants Elderly Woman to Pay EZ Pass Fine in Car She Doesn’t Own, State She Never Visited

Joey Tomatoes - Screen Capture from Vintage Jersey.

Point Pleasant Beach Pizzeria Birthday Party Dispute Goes Viral After Cake Argument

$100K scratch-off blast hits New Jersey supermarket

$250K scratch-off bombshell hits Jersey City newsstand

Six perfect numbers deliver $250K Pick 6 score in New Jersey

Police are seeking information on the whereabouts of Laroy Irving, who is wanted for questioning in connection with a May robbery investigation in Newark.

Newark Police Seek Man Wanted for Questioning in Central Avenue Robbery Investigation

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Ocean County Mexican National Held on Drug Charges, Resisting Arrest

Crews will remove abandoned vessels, damaged docks and other large debris while the city expands programs designed to prevent future boat abandonments.

NYC Launches $2.3 Million Effort to Remove Abandoned Boats from City Waterways

Toms River’s Summer Concert and Fireworks Series Continues Tonight with 80’s Revolution at Shelter Cove Beach

The request reflects growing bipartisan concern over New Jersey's school funding formula as communities continue to debate whether the Murphy-era law accurately reflects current local education costs.

Old Bridge Democrats Have Had Enough of Their Own Party’s Flawed NJ School Funding Fiasco

The move builds on Grumpy's long-standing role in the Jersey Shore fishing community while introducing another way for anglers to enjoy New Jersey's coastal waters.

Jersey Shore Fly Fishing Gets a Boost as Grumpy’s Tackle Adds New Gear Section

Serial burglary suspect caught on camera during three Baltimore break-ins

$650K lottery payday hits at ACME in Philadelphia

Columbia Road shooting ends with 18-year-old facing nine gun charges

Three suspects caught on camera after brutal chokehold robbery in DC

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Baltimore man shot in the middle of the afternoon on East 34th Street

Middletown lottery ticket sweeps all five numbers in Monday night drawing

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Man found fatally shot near DC Maryland border on Benning Road

Police vehicle at crime scene.

Cumberland Police Make Three Separate Arrests for Assault, Failure to Appear and Court Violations

Machete carjacking terror ends with Baltimore arrest and stolen pickup recovered

Anglers fishing the inlet can target a variety of popular Jersey Shore species while enjoying one of more than 120 Wildlife Management Areas maintained by NJDEP Fish & Wildlife.

Hidden Jersey Shore Fishing Spot Offers Prime Access to Shark River Inlet

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Police emergency lights at crime or accident scene.

Woman killed in Saturday night New Castle motorcycle crash identified

19-year-old rushed to trauma center after Edgewood shooting

Senior turns tables on $80K scam attempt as alleged courier is nabbed outside her NJ home

Scratch-off surprise erupts into $50K payday for Hyattsville retiree

Powerball ticket sits unchecked for days before revealing $50K Maryland win

Abandoned vehicle found after hit-and-run kills woman in DC

Quick 7-Eleven run delivers stunning $200K payday for Annapolis family

Police emergency lights at crime or accident scene.

Three men fighting for their lives after overnight triple shooting in Southeast DC

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Two young suspects sought after Sunday night robbery in Northeast DC

7 sought after gunpoint robbery in Southeast DC

Two-car crash turns deadly in Baltimore after passenger dies at hospital

Lottery lightning strikes New Jersey 22 times in just one week

NYPD Crime Stoppers released surveillance images while seeking the public's help identifying a suspect wanted in a violent Bronx assault that injured two people.

Woman Slashed, Man Stabbed While Trying to Help in Bronx Assault, NYPD Says

DC man admits beating 2-year-old boy to death in attack caught on camera

Buffalo police released details of five arrests following an unlawful gathering on Niagara Street that left two officers injured.

Two cops injured, five arrested as Buffalo police break up illegal gathering

Police investigate the scene of a fatal crash on Laurel Road in Lindenwold where an e-bike rider was killed and the driver was arrested on death by auto and DUI charges.

Pine Hill Woman Charged With DUI, Death by Auto After Fatal E-Bike Crash in Lindenwold

Gas station stop pays off with lottery win in Rockaway Park

Massive dead whale washes into Jersey Shore surf and begins breaking apart

Armed juveniles sought after gunpoint carjacking in Northwest DC

Thomas Vance - A Toms River man was arrested after Lakewood police said a road rage dispute escalated into an aggravated assault that left another driver unconscious and hospitalized following a crash at New Hampshire Avenue and Chestnut Street.

Toms River Man Charged After Lakewood Road Rage Assault Leaves Driver Hospitalized

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Batches with dollars. Heaps of paper money packs. Million jackpot winning in lottery, symbol of riches and luxury. American (USA) dollar currency. Finances and banking concept. 3d rendered raster.

$650K lottery jackpot ticket sold at Philadelphia ACME

Teen buys first-ever lottery ticket minutes after turning 18 and hits birthday jackpot

Connecticut scratch-off delivers big payday from Windsor liquor store

Supporters say restoring passenger rail through Warren County could improve transportation options, reduce highway congestion, and spur economic development.

Warren County Backs Effort to Restore Passenger Rail Service Between New York and Scranton

Woman gets up to 6 years after nighttime burglary spree terrorized sleeping neighbors

$3M scratch-off stunner hits at Erie County convenience store

North Atlantic right whales migrate along the East Coast, where Save Long Beach Island is seeking expanded federal habitat protections through a planned lawsuit. Photo by John White

Save LBI Announces Planned Federal Lawsuit Over North Atlantic Right Whale Habitat Protections

Commissioners are expected to vote on nearly $17 million in proposed capital improvements during Wednesday's Ocean County Board of Commissioners meeting.

Ocean County Commissioners to Consider Nearly $17 Million in Capital Projects at Wednesday Meeting

ICE officers arrested Brazilian fugitive Maycon Souto Dos Reis at Westborough District Court in Massachusetts during a targeted enforcement operation after authorities said he was wanted for an aggravated murder conviction in Brazil.

Brazilian Murder Convict Arrested by ICE at Massachusetts Courthouse After Illegal U.S. Entry

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Route 9 Traffic Lights Restored at Two Barnegat Intersections, Bay Avenue Signal Still Out

Somerville Man Found Competent to Stand Trial in Fatal Stabbing of Mary Rose Fealy

Associated Humane Tinton Falls is seeking the public's help after someone illegally dumped construction debris into the nonprofit animal shelter's dumpster, creating hundreds of dollars in additional costs that officials say take resources away from caring for animals.

Illegal Dumping at Tinton Falls Animal Shelter Leads to Police Investigation

A third lawsuit has expanded the legal crisis surrounding the Ocean County Vocational Technical School Performing Arts Academy, alleging administrators ignored or concealed years of sexual misconduct while a former instructor claims he was retaliated against for reporting student safety concerns.

Third Lawsuit Filed in Ocean County Vocational School Sex Abuse Scandal as Officials Remain Silent

An overnight hit-and-run in Washington, D.C.'s NoMa neighborhood left a woman dead after police say two suspects fled on foot and abandoned their vehicle several blocks from the crash scene.

Woman Killed in Overnight Hit-and-Run Blocks from Lincoln Memorial, Suspects Sought

PETA staged a dramatic protest outside Cousins Maine Lobster in Asbury Park on Friday, using a body-painted "human lobster" to protest the practice of boiling lobsters alive and encourage diners to choose vegan alternatives.

PETA Stages Dramatic ‘Human Lobster’ Protest Outside Jersey Shore Seafood Restaurant

Students returning to Howell Township Public Schools for the 2026-27 school year will face a new restriction: glass and metal water bottles will no longer be permitted on school grounds.

Howell Schools Bans Stanley Cups as Dangerous Potential Weapons

Boats Left Stranded as Nearly Five-Foot Low Tide Drains Water from Manasquan Inlet

Mikie Sherrill Signed A Voter Data Protection Bill, Then Pulled it After Realizing It Will Hurt Democrats in Elections

Philadelphia Police and EMS at crime scene

Girl Shot in Head, Two Others Shot Saturday Morning in Philadelphia

Philadelphia Police Department

Two Dead in Suspected Murder-Suicide After Domestic Shooting on Mercer Street in Philadelphia