New Jersey News

TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey Department of Corrections has partnered with national non-profit Freedom Reads to install 37 Freedom Libraries in two state correctional facilities, part of a broader …

OCEAN CITY, N.J. — Ocean City High School sophomore Gillian Acocella has earned first place in the 2025 Congressional Art Competition for New Jersey’s 2nd Congressional District with her charcoal …

WOODBURY, N.J. — A commercial vehicle struck a telephone pole and crashed into an occupied home Tuesday afternoon after the driver reportedly experienced a medical emergency, according to the Woodbury …

Pop-up party brawl at Menlo Park Mall prompts renewed push for incitement legislation EDISON, N.J. — A weekend pop-up party at Menlo Park Mall escalated into a large-scale brawl involving …

May is Motorcycle Awareness Month, a time to remind drivers to stay vigilant and share the road safely with motorcyclists. Motorcycles are smaller, less visible, and more vulnerable than cars, …

SOMERVILLE, N.J. — A 61-year-old man pled guilty Monday to aggravated manslaughter in the 1997 killing of Tamara “Tammy” Tignor, closing a 27-year-old cold case that remained unsolved until a …

The Republican primary for New Jersey’s gubernatorial race, set for June 10, 2025, has become a battleground not just of ideas but of loyalties, egos, and visions for the party’s …

Forked River, NJ – Mozzarella might be named after a beloved snack, but this playful pup is anything but cheesy—unless you count his big, goofy grin and love for tennis …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Today, Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick expressed disappointment after the Toms River Police Department announced it will no longer be hosting its annual police summer camp. …

LAKEWOOD, N.J. — Swimply, the private pool-sharing platform, is preparing for its biggest swim season yet with a projected 2 million users expected to use the service this summer, including …

MILLBURN, N.J. — Two Middlesex County fourth graders have been named statewide winners in the Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey’s 2025 “Fun Things to Do Instead of Doing Drugs” …

TRENTON, NJ — Foreclosure activity across the United States increased in April, with a total of 36,033 properties reporting filings, according to ATTOM’s April 2025 U.S. Foreclosure Market Report released …

NEWARK, N.J. — Public Service Electric and Gas Company (PSE&G) has amended its May 7 filing with the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (BPU) to provide additional short-term relief …

EAST WINDSOR, NJ – Perkins American Food Co. will honor active duty and retired military personnel with a free Magnificent Seven Breakfast on Memorial Day, Monday, May 26, at participating …

BRICK, N.J. — Exeutive board members of the Brick Republican Club are under mounting pressure to resign from township Republicans following allegations of questionable campaign expenditures tied to the 2023 …

TRENTON, N.J. — With the final Republican gubernatorial primary debate set for Tuesday night, former Assemblyman Jack Ciattarelli heads in with renewed momentum following former President Donald Trump’s endorsement last …

EDISON, N.J. — Seven juveniles were arrested Saturday night after a large-scale brawl broke out at Menlo Park Mall, prompting police and state officials to raise concerns about escalating youth …

TOMS RIVER, NJ — On Saturday, approximately 100 protesters gathered at Toms River Town Hall, demanding township’s approval for a plan to transform Christ Episcopal Church into a homeless shelter. …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Democratic primary race for Toms River’s Ward 4 council seat features two sharply contrasting candidates: one with a background in technology and the arts, the …

NEWINGTON, Conn. — Two lucky players won a combined $50,000 on a $2,000,000 Mega Multiplier scratch-off ticket purchased at a 7-Eleven store in Newington, according to Connecticut Lottery records. The …

TRENTON, N.J. — Gavin Rozzi of Forked River was honored with the Governor’s Team of Excellence Award during New Jersey’s State Employee Recognition Day ceremony held Wednesday, May 7, at …

NEWARK, N.J. — Federal prosecutors charged Rep. LaMonica McIver (D-N.J.) with assaulting and interfering with law enforcement during a confrontation outside an ICE detention facility last week, while a separate …

HAMMONTON, N.J. — Travelers heading east on the Atlantic City Expressway this Memorial Day Weekend can pass through the Egg Harbor Toll Plaza free of charge during Friday rush hour, …

TRENTON, N.J. — Legislation to dramatically increase New Jersey’s investment in cancer research cleared a key hurdle Monday, as the Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee approved a …

MILLVILLE, N.J. — A man died Saturday night after being shot and crashing his vehicle on the 900 block of Church Street, prompting a joint homicide investigation by local and …