Jackson 21 Was Marketed as ‘A Great Place for Really Nice People.’ Now It’s Facing Religious Gender Segregation Claims
JACKSON, N.J. – More than a decade ago, Tony Award-winning composer Mitch Leigh pitched Jackson 21 as an ideal community for everyone. The television commercials were memorable. “A great place for really…
Police raid at Jackson home uncovers million dollar drug stash and gun, five arrested
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A court-authorized search at a residence on E. Veterans Highway led to a major narcotics bust earlier this month, resulting in multiple arrests and the seizure of significant…
Masked man reportedly attempts to abduct girl from Lakewood park, flees after struggle
LAKEWOOD, N.J. — Authorities are investigating an attempted kidnapping that occurred Sunday night in the Lakewood Commons neighborhood, where a masked man reportedly tried to snatch a young girl from a local…
Woman accused of child endangerment being held on active ICE detainer at Ocean County Jail
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A woman is being held without bail in Ocean County following her arrest on a charge of endangering the welfare of a child, according to inmate records. Lizbeth…
Third victim dead in fiery Jackson car crash to avoid deer in the road
JACKSON, N.J. — A third person has died following a fiery crash early Friday on North Hope Chapel Road after a vehicle struck a deer and slammed into a tree, Jackson Township…
State Homeland Security Says Jersey Shore is a ‘Soft Target’ for Terrorists and Bad Actors
HAMILTON, N.J. — The New Jersey Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness (NJOHSP) is urging residents and visitors to remain alert this summer as part of its annual “Secure the Shore” campaign,…
Cape May lifeguards on duty at 10 beaches for Memorial Day weekend
CAPE MAY, N.J. — Cape May Beach Patrol will station lifeguards at 10 designated beaches from Saturday through Monday for the Memorial Day weekend, marking the unofficial start of summer at the…
Here’s what you need to know before visiting Dog Beach at the Jersey Shore
EGG HARBOR TWP., N.J. — The Egg Harbor Township Police Department is reminding beachgoers that parking is strictly prohibited along Ocean Drive near the popular “Dog Beach” area between Longport and Ocean…
Why being called a BENNY at the Jersey Shore isn’t such a bad thing
SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — As summer crowds return to the Jersey Shore, so does a term familiar to locals and visitors alike: “Benny.” Used to describe out-of-town tourists, the nickname is often…
Four years ago, New Jersey offered COVID-19 vaccines with pizza and prizes on the boardwalk
ASBURY PARK, N.J. — Four years ago this week, New Jersey launched the “Shots at the Shore” COVID-19 vaccination campaign, a pop-up initiative offering vaccines along the coast during Memorial Day Weekend…
It’s Almost Over: Senate votes to end Phil Murphy’s New Jersey gas car ban
TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey Coalition of Automotive Retailers (NJ CAR) on Thursday praised the U.S. Senate’s approval of three Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolutions that would nullify electric vehicle (EV)…
Seaside Mayor to Parents: We’re Not Your Babysitter, as borough blocks TikTok pop up party scheduled for weekend
SEASIDE HEIGHTS, NJ — As Memorial Day weekend approaches, marking the unofficial start of summer along the Jersey Shore, Seaside Heights is gearing up to maintain order following years of rowdy behavior…
Pebbles the pup still hoping for a home after months at NJ shelter
Jackson, NJ — Pebbles, a four-year-old brindle dog at the Northern Ocean County Animal Facility, remains one of the shelter’s longest residents after months of waiting for adoption. Found as a stray,…
Teen threatened ex-girlfriend and her mother with loaded gun at the Jersey Shore
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. – A 17-year-old male was arrested by Atlantic City Police after allegedly threatening to shoot his ex-girlfriend and her mother while in possession of a loaded handgun. On Wednesday…
New Jersey migrant falsified immigration docs to claim two children who were not his
NEWARK, N.J. — A Guatemalan national who entered the U.S. illegally in 2016 has been charged in New Jersey federal court for allegedly submitting false applications to gain custody of unaccompanied migrant…
New Jersey Congresswoman Faces Potential Federal Assault Charges After Incident at ICE Facility
NEWARK, NJ — Democratic Congresswoman LaMonica McIver, representing New Jersey’s 10th District, could soon face federal assault charges following a chaotic confrontation at the Delaney Hall ICE detention facility in Newark. The…
Hail and Waterspout Warning Issued for Ocean County Region of Atlantic Ocean
MOUNT HOLLY, NJ — The National Weather Service in Mount Holly has issued a Special Marine Warning for sections of the Jersey Shore coastline, warning of hazardous marine weather conditions including the…
Truck crashes through Wildwood boardwalk, police release video
NORTH WILDWOOD, NJ — A delivery truck crashed through the wooden boards of the North Wildwood boardwalk Monday evening, prompting a swift response from police and the release of surveillance footage showing…
Meet Ocean City’s newest cute and cuddly cops
OCEAN CITY, NJ — The Ocean City Police Department officially welcomed four new additions to its K-9 unit Thursday following the successful graduation of officers and their canine partners from a regional…
Seaside Park names new chief of police
SEASIDE PARK, N.J. — The Seaside Park Police Department has named Lt. Bryan McKay as its next Chief of Police following a formal promotion during the Borough Council meeting on Friday night.…
Dave and Buster’s Opening at the Freehold Mall in 10 days
FREEHOLD, N.J. — National arcade and restaurant chain Dave & Buster’s will open its doors at the Freehold Raceway Mall on Monday, May 12 at 11 a.m., marking the latest expansion of…
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