Stanfield Bill Revising Farmland Appraisal Process Clears Budget Committee
Sen. Jean Stanfield's bill that would help preserve more farmland in New Jersey was cleared by the Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee.…
Oroho Bill that Would Help Address EMT Shortage Clears Committee
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Steven Oroho that would help address the EMT shortage was approved today by the Senate Health, Human Services, and Senior Citizens Committee…
In Letter to ELEC, Polistina Calls for Investigation into Dark Money Groups
In a letter to the Election Law Enforcement Commission, Sen. Vince Polistina called for a full investigation into the dark money organizations that attempted to make a mockery of New Jersey’s election…
Governor Signs Corrado Bill Making Public Transportation Safer for People with Disabilities
Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities will soon be able to enjoy safer, more mobility friendly streets thanks to legislation sponsored by Sen. Kristin Corrado and signed into law by Gov. Murphy.…
Signed into Law: Singer Bill Establishing Reimbursement Rate for Traumatic Brain Injury Nursing Facilities
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Robert Singer that establishes a minimum NJ FamilyCare reimbursement rate for traumatic brain injury special care nursing facilities was signed into law today by Gov. Murphy.…
Committee Advances Connors-Rumpf-Gove Bill To Create Fund for Volunteer Fire Companies
The Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee voted to advance legislation today sponsored by Sen. Christopher Connors, Asm. Brian Rumpf, and Asw. DiAnne Gove that would support the financial needs of volunteer…
Pennacchio Bill to Credit Students for Completing Fire Academy Courses Clears Committee
Sen. Joe Pennacchio's bill that would provide course credits for high school students who become volunteer firefighters was approved by the Senate Education Committee.…
92% of New Jerseyans Not Ready for 2035 Gas Car Ban
NEWARK, NJ – When it comes to banning the sale of gasoline-powered cars by 2035, Governor Phil Murphy is facing an uphill battle. As of the latest data, 92% of New Jerseyans…
Toms River to Sparkle with Annual Tree Lighting Tonight
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Toms River’s festive season begins tonight with the annual Christmas Tree Lighting. Set to start at 5:00 pm, the event will take place inside Mancini Hall in the…
Brick Township Senior Center Relocates to Enhance Senior Services
BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ – Brick Township Senior Services has moved to a new location at 500 Aurora Drive, aiming to enhance offerings for residents aged 60 and over. The new Brick Township…
Toms River Schools Face Increase in Disadvantaged Non-English Speaking Students
TOMS RIVER, NJ – The demographics in the northern section of Toms River, known as North Dover. Once seen as one of the more affluent areas of the town with large single-family…
Jersey City Dispatcher Arrested for Illegally Using Police Computers
JERSEY CITY, NJ – Rose Davis, a 58-year-old Jersey City 9-1-1 dispatcher, has been charged with Computer Criminal Activity, a second-degree crime. The arrest, conducted by the Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office Special…
Officials Warn Mysterious Fast-Spreading Dog Illness Sweeping America Can Be Fatal
NEWARK, NJ – The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) has warned dog owners across the United States about a mysterious illness affecting canines. This illness, characterized primarily by progressive coughing, has been…
Deer Breaks In at Cedar Grove Elementary School
TOMS RIVER, NJ – A unique incident occurred at Cedar Grove Elementary School this week involving an unexpected visitor. A deer, after breaking through a glass window, entered the school premises. Officers…
New Jersey Leads Nation in Home Foreclosures, Twice National Average
TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey has a foreclosure crisis and it’s getting worse. In a recent survey, New Jersey was found to have the highest foreclosure rate in the nation at nearly…
Three Charged in Connection with Berkeley Township Drug-Induced Death
BERKELEY TOWNSHIP [BAYVILLE], NJ – The Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office has announced charges against three individuals in relation to a drug-induced death in Berkeley Township. Michael Wormann, Ryan Thompson, and Tina Martinez…
New Jersey Assembly Committee Passes Bill to Revitalize Vacant Shore Properties
TRENTON, NJ – A new bill, passed by an Assembly committee, aims to stimulate investment in vacant properties along the Jersey Shore. Sponsored by Assemblymen Sean Kean and Ned Thomson, the bill…
Keansburg Man Charged with Aggravated Assault of a Minor
FREEHOLD, NJ – Robert L. Wisiak, a 44-year-old former resident of Keansburg, now residing in South River, was arrested on October 20, by the Keansburg Police Department. The arrest came on charges…
Pemberton Township Addresses Missed Trash Collection in Presidential Lakes
PEMBERTON TOWNSHIP, NJ – On Thursday, Mayor Jack Tompkins announced immediate actions to address the missed trash collections in the Presidential Lakes community. Reports of uncollected trash on the scheduled day prompted…
Stafford Township Volunteer Fire Company Reschedules Santa Run Due to Weather
STAFFORD TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Stafford Township Volunteer Fire Company #1 has announced a change in the schedule for their Santa Run, initially set for December 1st. The event has been moved…