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Chris Christie Makes Big Splash in Return to New Jersey Politics With an Unusual Partner in Crime

Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie is returning to the state's political stage through the newly formed New Jersey Legacy PAC, appearing with Ocean County GOP Chairman George Gilmore at a kickoff event aimed at shaping future legislative and gubernatorial…

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

Naples, FL – Two Southwest Florida juveniles have been arrested after authorities say they turned a Target store into what investigators described as a dangerous playground by riding electric motorcycles through the aisles, damaging property and frightening customers. The July…

Toms River GOP Chairman Peter Van Dyke calls for 8647 of President Trump, Declares himself a lifelong "Never Trumper" Photo by Toms River Gop / Transformative use

Toms River Republican Leader Posts 8647; Declares Self as Never Trumper

“Been a Never Trumper since the 80s. 8647” – Peter Van Dyke, Toms River Republican Party Municipal Chairman Toms River, NJ – Earlier this year, Peter Van Dyke, a Toms River lawyer…

NJ Gov. Mikie Sherrill promised to freeze rate hikes. That's not happening. Republican lawmakers representing Ocean County are urging state regulators to reject JCP&L's proposed electric rate increase, while the utility says the additional revenue is needed to improve reliability and recover storm-related costs. Photo by Mikie Sherrill for Governor 2025

Senator Urges BPU to Reject JCP&L’s 8.8% Rate Hike as Costs Soar for New Jersey Residents

A battle is shaping up over JCP&L's proposed 8.8% electric rate increase as Ocean County lawmakers call on state regulators to reject the request, while the utility argues the additional revenue is…

Rep. Josh Gottheimer is distancing mainstream Democrats from the Democratic Socialists of America, arguing the organization is attempting to reshape the party around policies he says do not reflect most Americans.

NJ Democrat Josh Gottheimer Says Communist Leaning Democratic Socialists Are Trying to ‘Hijack’ the Party

New Jersey Congressman Josh Gottheimer says the Democratic Socialists of America do not represent the Democratic Party, calling on socialists to form their own party instead of trying to influence the Democratic platform.…

Federal prosecutors say a New Jersey man illegally operated an overcrowded sightseeing boat that capsized in New York Harbor, killing a young mother and her 5-month-old daughter.

NJ Tour Operator Charged After NYC Harbor Boat Capsizing Kills Mother, 5-Month-Old Daughter

A Manville, New Jersey, tour operator has been charged after prosecutors allege he illegally conducted an overcrowded commercial boat tour without required licenses or infant life jackets before the vessel capsized in New York Harbor, killing a mother and her infant daughter.…

Man who fled to Mexico charged after woman’s body found in refrigerator in New Jersey forest

DENNIS TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A Gloucester City man has been charged in connection with the discovery of a woman’s body inside a refrigerator in Belleplain State Forest last month, authorities confirmed. Christopher…

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Developer Threatens to Sue Jackson For $120 Million After Town Council Closes Overdevelopment Loophole

JACKSON, N.J. — Vito Cardinale, the principal developer of Adventure Crossing, has threatened to sue Jackson Township over an ordinance passed last year that blocks him from building 1,150 housing units at…

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NJ State Senate approves bill allowing online public meeting notices, shifting away from print ads

TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey State Senate on Thursday passed a bill permitting municipalities to publish public meeting notices and legal advertisements online, marking a significant shift from decades of mandated…

New Jersey News

Two Years Ago, President Trump Urged California to Do Better on Forest Management to Prevent Fires

Trump emphasizes need for improved forest management to combat California wildfires SACRAMENTO, Calif. — During a visit to California in September 2020 to address the devastating wildfires sweeping the state, President Donald…

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New Jersey banned these customized license plates, do you agree?

TRENTON, NJ – When it comes to vanity license plates in New Jersey, you can get a personalized message on your car, but you have to play by the rules. Sometimes, people…

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All Eyes on New Jersey Senators Cory Booker and Andy Kim as Laken Riley Migrant Crime Bill Heads to Senate

TRENTON, N.J. — The U.S. House of Representatives passed the controversial Laken Riley Act this week, but not without significant opposition from New Jersey’s Democratic delegation, who largely voted against the measure.…

New Jersey News

New Jersey Democrats United in Opposing Immigrant Crime Bill Designed to Protect Americans from Violent Acts

TRENTON, N.J. — Democrats in New Jersey stood united in trying to block an immigrant crime and deportation bill inspired by the death of Laken Riley at the hands of a violent,…

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Trump Pledges to Rename Gulf of Mexico to ‘Gulf of America’ Amidst Mixed Reactions

January 8, 2025 – In a bold declaration from Mar-a-Lago, President-elect Donald Trump announced plans to rename the Gulf of Mexico to the “Gulf of America,” a move he describes as having…

Police Sergeant Justin Lamb named council president in Toms River, Coleman named vice president

TOMS RIVER, NJ — During Tuesday evening’s reorganization session at Toms River’s first council meeting of the year, Lavallette Police Sergeant Justin Lamb was sworn in as council president, succeeding Craig Coleman,…

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5,000 lose power on frigid morning in Toms River day after Ocean County threatens JCP&L with $1 billion lawsuit

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Nearly 5,000 homes and businesses in Toms River were left without electricity overnight and into the morning on Monday as temperatures plunged into the 20s, prompting the Ocean…

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Man Who Set Toms River Woman on Fire on NYC Subway Train, Killing Her Officially Arranged and Charged with Murder

BROOKLYN, NY — An illegal alien has been arraigned on first-degree murder charges after allegedly setting a woman on fire as she slept inside a subway car in Coney Island last month,…

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McDonald’s Lastest U.S. Corporation to Serve Notice on Failing DEI Programs

McDonald’s is ending several of its diversity and inclusion initiatives, citing the U.S. Supreme Court’s 2023 decision to outlaw affirmative action in college admissions. The fast-food chain announced Monday that it will…

Business News·Food & Dining

NYPD Threatens Arrest and Jail Time for Those Who Try to Violate City’s New Congestion Tax and Tolls

NEW YORK CITY — New York City police are watching you. If you try to subvert the city’s new congestion tax tolls, they are threatening arrests and jail time. That means any…

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Facebook CEO Vows to End Platform Censorship, Bench Biased Fact Checkers and Move Staff to Texas as Users Migrate to X

Facebook announces sweeping changes to content moderation policies, vows to reduce censorship MENLO PARK, Calif. — Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced Monday that the company will pivot away from its longstanding approach…

Tech and Gaming

84-year-old Nancy Pelosi spotted with walker at Capitol following fall, hip surgery

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, 84, was seen using a walker during Donald Trump’s election certification process following her recovery from a recent hip surgery. Pelosi, who fell down…

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Donald Trump certified as first President of the United States from Florida

PALM BEACH, Fla. — Donald Trump has been officially recognized as the first U.S. president hailing from Florida after completing the legal and residency requirements to make the state his official home.…

Florida News

Toms River Woman’s Horrific Murder on NYC Subway System Highlights America’s Illegal Migrant Crime Problem

NEW YORK CITY — Authorities on Sunday identified the victim of a deadly subway attack in Brooklyn as Debrina Kawam, 61, a former resident of Toms River, New Jersey. Kawam was set…

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Kamala Harris joins rare list of vice presidents losing presidential bids to certify their victor’s election

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Vice President Kamala Harris will certify her own presidential election defeat and declare Donald J. Trump as the official winner of the 2024 election. It’s the fourth time…

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Toms River Mayor Slams Patch Reporter for Liberal Bias

TOMS RIVER, NJ – In a recent press release, Mayor Rodrick took aim at Patch reporter Karen Wall, condemning what he described as her persistent liberal bias and irresponsible reporting regarding the…

New Jersey News·Toms River News

New Jersey’s bag ban is actually increasing plastic use, waste, and emissions according to study

TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey’s ambitious plastic bag ban, implemented in May 2022, has led to a surprising outcome: a dramatic increase in plastic consumption and greenhouse gas emissions, according to a…

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