New Jersey Democrats Want to Limit Access to Public Records Under OPRA Guidelines

Senate Bill No. 2930 Seeks to Revise New Jersey’s Open Public Records Act TRENTON, NJ – A motion driven by New Jersey Democrats which will likely garner bi-partisan support in the state…

March 13, 2024

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State Officials Propose 24-Hour Hotline to Report School Threats in New Jersey

New Jersey News

New Legislation Establishes 24-Hour School Safety Hotline TRENTON, NJ – A newly introduced bill mandates the Division of State Police to establish and maintain a 24-hour toll-free hotline dedicated to receiving anonymous…

March 13, 2024

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New Jersey Law Would Allow School Districts Decimated by S2 Formula to Raise Taxes Above 2% Cap

Central Jersey News

Senate Bill No. 2434 Offers Financial Flexibility to School Districts Facing Aid Reductions TRENTON, NJ – The Senate Education Committee has favorably reported on Senate Bill No. 2434, a legislative move designed…

March 13, 2024

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New Jersey Bill Lowers Standards for School Bus Drivers, Increase Penalties for Negligence

Central Jersey News

New Jersey Assembly Bill No. 4835 Simplifies School Bus Operation Requirements TRENTON, NJ – The Assembly Transportation and Independent Authorities Committee has favorably reported on Assembly Bill No. 4835, a significant piece…

March 13, 2024

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Trout Fishing Shut Down Through April in New Jersey’s State Stocked Waters

Central Jersey News

TRENTON, NJ – The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) Fish & Wildlife has announced its trout stocking and fishing schedule for the spring season. Pre-season trout stocking will proceed as…

March 13, 2024

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Jackson School Board President Delivers ‘State of the Schools’ Speech as Trenton Continues Aid Cuts

Community News

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ—The Jackson Township Council has approved a resolution supporting the Jackson School District’s ongoing financial battle against the state of New Jersey. Town leaders and community members welcomed Giuseppe Palmeri,…

March 13, 2024

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Jackson Township Ramps Up Traffic Enforcement Efforts

Community News

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ—The Jackson Township Police Department has announced plans to intensify traffic enforcement from January through September. This move aims to reduce motor vehicle crashes following a report of 1,609 incidents…

March 13, 2024

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Manhunt for Fugitives Wanted in Paterson Shooting

New Jersey News

PATERSON, NJ — Authorities are actively searching for a suspect involved in a shooting that injured two people in Paterson on Wednesday night. The Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office is leading the investigation…

March 13, 2024

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Chairman of New Jersey Young Republicans Arrested for Sexually Assaulting Sleeping Man

Government News

WEST MILFORD, NJ — Matthew Conlon, a 32-year-old councilman from West Milford, is facing legal repercussions after being accused of inappropriate conduct toward a 20-year-old man earlier this month. The incident, which…

March 13, 2024

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New Jersey State Police Join with CUMAC Food Pantry to Combat Hunger in Passaic County

New Jersey News

PASSAIC COUNTY, NJ—In a recent community service initiative, troopers from the New Jersey State Police lent their support to the CUMAC Food Pantry in Passaic County, assisting in the organization’s efforts to…

March 13, 2024

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Trenton Area Drug Dealer Arrested Selling Heroin and Cocaine in Atlantic City

Atlantic County News

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ— Atlantic City police officers removed a Trenton area drug dealer from the streets last week The Atlantic City Police Department arrested a man for first-degree drug offenses following an…

March 13, 2024

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Two Tickets Win Over $1 Million in Jersey Cash 5 Jackpot

Lottery Results

TRENTON, NJ – In a thrilling turn of events, two tickets have split the $1,108,388 Jersey Cash 5 jackpot from the drawing on Monday, March 11. Winners from Essex and Monmouth counties…

March 13, 2024

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Homelessness on the Rise Across New Jersey

Government News

TRENTON, NJ — The Office of Homelessness Prevention (OHP) has released its comprehensive Annual Report for 2022, alongside findings from the 2023 Point-In-Time Count, revealing significant insights into New Jersey’s homelessness situation.…

March 13, 2024

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Arrest Made in Connection with Mountain Lakes Bank Robbery

North Jersey News

MOUNTAIN LAKES, NJ—A collaborative effort between local and federal law enforcement has led to the arrest of Tony Winst in connection with a bank robbery in Mountain Lakes. Morris County Prosecutor Robert…

March 12, 2024

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Brooklyn Church Leader, New Jersey Man Stole Parishioner’s Retirement Savings

New Jersey News

NEW YORK, NY – Lamor Whitehead, a 45-year-old church leader from Paramus, New Jersey, was found guilty by a jury on charges including wire fraud, attempted wire fraud, attempted extortion, and making…

March 12, 2024

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Prescribed Burn Scheduled for Black Run Preserve in Evesham

Community News

EVESHAM, NJ – The New Jersey Forest Fire Service has announced plans for a prescribed burn in the Black Run Preserve and nearby areas on Wednesday. Evesham Fire Department will provide support…

March 12, 2024

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New Jersey Army Recruiter Arrested for Sexual Assault of Minor

New Jersey News

HAMILTON, NJ – Shawn C. Nguyen, a 44-year-old man from Egg Harbor Township, was arrested by the Township of Hamilton Police Department on charges related to the assault of a minor. The…

March 12, 2024

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New Jersey Doc Who Prescribed Opioids to His Addiction Patients Stripped of Medical License

New Jersey News

TRENTON, NJ – Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin, alongside the Division of Consumer Affairs, announced that Essex County vascular surgeon Marc Watson, MD, will permanently stop practicing medicine in New Jersey. This…

March 12, 2024

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Quick Check Gas Station Attended Robbed in Beachwood

New Jersey News

BEACHWOOD, NJ — Officers were dispatched to the Quick Chek convenience store on Wednesday, February 14th, following a report of a robbery. Upon arrival, law enforcement met with the store manager and…

March 12, 2024

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Attempted Vehicle Theft Reported in Beachwood

New Jersey News

BEACHWOOD, NJ – Authorities were dispatched to Mizzen Avenue following a report of vandalism to a motor vehicle. Upon entering the vehicle, the car owner reported discovering damage to the ignition. She…

March 12, 2024

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