Five Towns NJ News- Page 6

News from the Lakewood, Jackson, Toms River, Howell and Brick Township area and the surrounding Klal Yisroel community.

Third Lawsuit Filed in Ocean County Vocational School Sex Abuse Scandal as Officials Remain Silent

A third lawsuit has expanded the legal crisis surrounding the Ocean County Vocational Technical School Performing Arts Academy, alleging administrators ignored or concealed years of sexual misconduct while a former instructor claims he was retaliated against for reporting student safety…

New Cemetery Proposed Near Jackson Draws Environmental Questions, Resident Concerns

A proposed 54-acre cemetery along the Freehold Township-Jackson border is advancing through the approval process as environmental officials and nearby residents raise concerns over tree removal, drainage, buffers, and neighborhood impacts.…

Murphy keeps learning new tricks but finding someone to love is the lesson he needs most

The 1-year-old shelter dog is winning hearts with his progress, playful spirit and eagerness to learn JACKSON, NJ – Murphy arrived at the shelter as a young stray who did not even…

Meet Munson the lovebug ready to become someone’s most devoted best friend

This affectionate XL Bully gives both paws, walks beautifully and wants nothing more than a person of his own JACKSON, NJ – Munson may weigh 125 pounds, but the approximately 4-year-old XL…

Cocaine stash and stolen revolver land Toms River man on track for decade in prison

Ravonn Terry admits drug and gun charges after police seized cocaine, cash and a stolen firearm TOMS RIVER, NJ – A Toms River man caught in a months-long narcotics investigation has admitted to cocaine distribution and gun charges after detectives seized approximately 32 grams…

A Jackson Township Municipal Utilities Authority notice informs some homeowners that their water service line material is unknown and may include lead as part of a federally required inventory program.

Jackson MUA Warns Some Residents Their Water Service Lines May Contain Lead

Jackson Township residents are receiving EPA-required notices from the Municipal Utilities Authority advising that some water service lines have not yet been identified and could potentially contain lead, though the notice does not confirm lead is present.…

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Lakewood Detective Sgt. John Marshall Retires After 42 Years Serving Ocean County Community

Lakewood, NJ — A career spanning more than four decades came to a close as Detective Sergeant John Marshall retired from the Lakewood Police Department after 42½ years, leaving behind a legacy…

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New Jersey Loses Supreme Court Case Where Attorney General Used Subpoenas to Battle Abortion Critics in 9-0 Vote

Newark, NJ — A U.S. Supreme Court ruling rooted in a New Jersey legal fight is reshaping how nonprofits across the state can respond to government investigations, allowing them to challenge subpoenas…

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Jackson MUA Extends Water Service Toward Manchester Border, Opening Door for New Development

Jackson, NJ — Water infrastructure is quietly reshaping the development landscape along the Jackson–Manchester border, as the Jackson Township Municipal Utilities Authority (MUA) expands shared service capacity that could support future construction…

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International Fugitive Arrested in Lakewood: Man Accused of Crimes Against Children in Israel Nabbed by U.S. Marshals

Newark, NJ – A 43-year-old Lakewood resident accused of sex crimes against children in Israel is now in federal custody after U.S. authorities arrested him in New Jersey earlier this month as…

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Jackson Township Mayor Announces Plan to Seize 129 Properties for Alleged $14.2 Million in Unpaid Taxes

JACKSON, NJ — Jackson Township’s Republican leaders are ready to seize 129 private properties as officials say they are moving to recover more than $14.2 million in unpaid property taxes across 129…

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Gov. Mikie Sherrill Hits 45% Approval After 100 Days, Trailing Murphy’s Early Ratings in New Jersey

NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. — Gov. Mikie Sherrill enters the end of her first 100 days in office with a 45% approval rating, trailing the early benchmark set by former Gov. Phil Murphy,…

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Jackson Moves to Seize 129 Properties Over Unpaid Taxes But Major Questions Remain

JACKSON, N.J. — Jackson Township is preparing to take control of 129 properties tied to more than $14.2 million in unpaid taxes, but as the aggressive foreclosure plan moves forward, a series…

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NJ Poll Finds 75% Rate State Economy Negatively as Affordability Frustration Deepens

NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. — Three out of four New Jersey residents now rate the state’s economy negatively, with frustration over rising costs and affordability driving growing dissatisfaction, according to a new Rutgers-Eagleton…

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Ocean County man jailed for multiple weapons and high-capacity magazine charges

TOMS RIVER, NJ — A 5-foot-10 Ocean County man remains held without bail after being booked Friday on multiple weapons-related charges, including possession of prohibited devices and illegal ammunition magazines. Chaim Ginsberger…

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Jackson Township hearing set to converted home into house of worship in zoning prohibited neighborhood

JACKSON, NJ — A proposed two-story house of worship on North New Prospect Road will go before the Jackson Township Planning Board next month, with the applicant seeking a zoning variance that…

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Over 1 Million on Federal Benefits Unable to Prove Citizenship, New Jersey Lawmaker Says

TRENTON, N.J. — A New Jersey lawmaker is sounding the alarm over what she describes as widespread failures in verifying citizenship, enforcing work requirements, and confirming eligibility for taxpayer-funded benefits, arguing that…

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Dozens of Students Given Doses of Narcan at Jackson Township High School Fair Without Permission District Says

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ — Thirty-six students at Jackson Township High School received Narcan during a school wellness fair without district approval, prompting officials Thursday to warn parents and launch a review of…

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Passenger train at a stadium platform as fans walk toward the entrance for the FIFA World Cup 2026.

New Jersey spends $20M to promote World Cup while ‘NY–NJ’ branding sparks political firestorm

TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey is committing $20 million to promote itself during the 2026 FIFA World Cup even as the event is branded globally as “New York–New Jersey,” a tension that…

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New Jersey Gas Prices About to Jump 15 Cents This Spring and it Has Nothing to Do with Trump

Trenton, NJ – New Jersey drivers are set to pay about 15 cents more per gallon starting in June as a required switch to summer-grade gasoline takes effect statewide. The price increase…

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Twentieth Century Fad Still a Big Hit in New Jersey

TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey collectors generated more than 150,000 online searches for sports trading cards in the past year, ranking the state among the most active markets in the country as…

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New Jersey and New York Lawmakers Team Up to Fight E-ZPass and its Heavy Handed Fees and Tactics

Trenton, NJ – New Jersey Assemblyman Paul Kanitra is pushing a bipartisan plan to overhaul the EZ Pass system, targeting what he calls “excessive” fines and poor customer service while proposing a…

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New Jersey is America’s Least Free State: Understanding the Numbers Behind This Week’s Fox News Report

Trenton, NJ — Once considered a tax-friendly state that helped fuel its postwar economic rise, New Jersey now ranks 47th in overall freedom nationwide, with new analysis highlighted by Fox News showing…

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Watch: New Jersey Lawmaker Says Mexicans are Good at Cutting Grass and Trees Despite Being Short People

Willingboro, New Jersey — A township council meeting turned contentious after Councilwoman Rebecca Perrone said “Mexicans know what to do with grass” while discussing landscaping contracts, prompting criticism over racial stereotyping in…

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Jackson councilman questions new housing bureau, calls it ineffective layer of government

Official says unit lacks enforcement power despite expanded role in rental oversight Jackson Township, NJ — A Jackson councilman is raising concerns about the township’s newly created housing bureau, arguing it adds…

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Jackson mayoral candidate criticizes $300K salary, vehicle perk for new business administrator

Elliott Shemtov targets pay package and dual role under Mayor Jennifer Kuhn’s administration Jackson, N.J. — A $300,000 salary and taxpayer-funded vehicle for Jackson’s new business administrator drew sharp criticism Tuesday from…

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