Wall Township Cancels Firecracker 5 Race After Storm Brings Down Large Trees
Wall Township, NJ – The Wall Township Police Department announced that the annual Firecracker 5 race scheduled for Saturday has been canceled after severe thunderstorms brought down two large trees overnight. Police…
New Jersey Democrats Chose Foreign Criminals Over American Citizens, Congressman Van Drew Says
Van Drew, Schepisi blast NJ immigrant trust law after Governor Sherrill’s signing. Republican leaders accuse Democrats of shielding offenders as bill advances TRENTON, N.J. – A New Jersey immigration law signed by…
New Jersey can now arrest and jail ICE agents for six months if they wear masks during enforcement operations
Trenton, NJ – New Jersey has enacted a new law prohibiting most law enforcement officers, including federal agents and ICE officers, from wearing face coverings during public interactions, after the measure passed…
Breaking: New Jersey Becomes America’s First Official Sanctuary State as Governor Sherrill Signs Three Migrant Protection Bills Into Law
New laws tighten data sharing, restrict enforcement roles, and fuel sanctuary debate UPDATE: Sherrill speaks on historic sanctuary state bills Trenton, NJ – Gov. Mikie Sherrill has signed a package of immigration…
Warmup to 70 before rain, sharp cooldown hits New Jersey by weekend
National Weather Service tracks brief spring surge followed by showers and colder air Mount Holly, NJ – A brief stretch of warmer, spring-like weather is expected across New Jersey before rain and…
There is no such thing as Central Jersey and here’s how the debate can be settled with pork roll facts
A long-running cultural divide, not a three-region state, defines New Jersey identity Trenton, NJ – The idea of “Central Jersey” has gained traction in recent years, but a closer look at geography,…
Java Moon Cafe to reopen near former Jackson location with new Millstone site after 14 years
Popular eatery plans return at Tommy’s Inn, targeting reopening later this year Millstone, NJ – While everything seems to be changing for the worse in Jackson Township, one thing is going back…
Mikie Sherrill Signs Executive Order to Fix Deteriorating and Failing NJ Transit: Give Me a Plan in 45 Days
Trenton, NJ – Governor Mikie Sherrill on Monday signed an executive order requiring NJ Transit to produce a sweeping plan within 45 days aimed at fixing long-standing service issues and improving the…
New Jersey Criminal Defense Attorney Arrested for DUI in Wall Township
Wall Township, NJ – A prominent New Jersey criminal defense attorney was arrested on a driving while intoxicated charge early Saturday following a motor vehicle accident, according to local police. Leo Hurley,…
Is it a Mikvah? A School? Howell Resident Concerned About New Pole Barn in His Neighborhood
A newly constructed structure in a residential neighborhood is drawing scrutiny from residents and prompting a township zoning review. Howell Township, NJ – Concerns over a recently constructed pole barn at a…
Howell officials say feral cat TNR program will continue amid contract review
Township leaders reaffirm support for a longstanding animal control program while preparing to seek new bids. Howell Township, NJ – Howell Township officials say a longstanding program aimed at controlling the feral…
Sold and Closed: Former Jackson Elementary School Used as Open Burn Site for Annual Chametz
Jackson Township, NJ – The former Rosenauer Elementary School, once a cornerstone of Jackson’s public school system, has entered a new chapter after being sold to a yeshiva, with the property now…
Police Say No Nude Child in Woods at Howell School as Incident Misreported on Facebook
Officials say a widely shared claim about an unclothed child in a wooded area is inaccurate, clarifying what officers actually found during a response. Howell, NJ – The Howell Township Police Department…
New Jersey stocks 20,000 brown trout across lakes ahead of spring fishing season
A major trout stocking effort is underway across New Jersey, opening lakes immediately to anglers while rivers remain closed until April. Trenton, NJ – New Jersey Fish & Wildlife announced a spring…
Monmouth commissioners approve $27.7M land deal to save historic American Revolution site from Warehouses
115-acre site once eyed for warehouses moves toward preservation near Allentown. Freehold, NJ – Monmouth County commissioners voted 3-1 to advance the purchase of a 115-acre tract spanning Upper Freehold and Robbinsville,…
New Jersey Drivers Shocked Over $6.28 Gas Price at this Route 35 Station
Drivers stunned by sky-high prices, but then realized something wasn’t right. Middletown, NJ – A gas station displaying prices topping $6 per gallon is grabbing attention along Route 35 in Middletown, but…
New Jersey has more registered voters than eligible voters according to new report
Discrepancy between registered voters and eligible residents raises scrutiny in Trenton and beyond. Trenton, NJ – A reported gap between New Jersey’s total registered voters and its citizen voting-age population is drawing…
Energetic young dog Hailey seeks active, cat-free home in Ocean County
A 1-year-old shelter dog is available for adoption in Manahawkin with a need for training and play. Manahawkin, NJ – A 12-month-old dog named Hailey is available for adoption at the Southern…
Rescue transfer gives shelter dog “Happy” a second chance at new life
A small dog leaves Ocean County facility for specialized senior sanctuary care. Ocean County, NJ – A small shelter dog named Happy has been transferred out of the Northern Ocean County Animal…
Bonded cats Cucumber and Pickles seek home together after owner’s death
A closely bonded brother-sister pair is up for adoption in Tinton Falls. Tinton Falls, NJ – A pair of six-year-old sibling cats is looking for a new home after the loss of…
Pittie mix puppies arrive at Monmouth County SPCA ready for adoption
A new litter of young rescue dogs is now available for walk-in adoption this weekend. Eatontown, NJ – A group of eight-week-old pit bull mix puppies has arrived at the Monmouth County…