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…
Friday commuter report: New Jersey delays and backups on major highways
Lincoln Tunnel backups, Fairview fire shutdown, and Turnpike congestion impact drivers North Jersey – A series of traffic incidents and heavy commuter volume caused widespread delays across North Jersey and into New…
Sherrill says New Jersey’s vote by mail system works and she’s keeping it the way it is
Governor says federal involvement threatens state control of elections and voter access Trenton, NJ – New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill is pushing back against former President Donald Trump over mail-in voting, saying…
Upper Freehold and Maplewood School Districts Could Be Held Liable for Teacher Sexual Abuses Cases Judge Rules
Ruling allows claims to proceed under Child Victims Act, reshaping liability rules. Trenton, N.J. – The New Jersey Supreme Court has ruled that public school districts may face liability in lawsuits involving…
Move Over Pork Roll Egg and Cheese, This is New Jersey’s Best Kept Hidden Easter Secret Tradition
In a state known for its fiercely defended food traditions, from the pork roll egg and cheese debate to boardwalk pizza rivalries, there is another culinary staple quietly holding its ground each…
Lakewood Road closure in Wall Township to impact traffic until evening
Wall Township closes Lakewood Road between Route 34 and Route 35 for roadwork Wall Township, NJ – Drivers in Monmouth County are being advised to plan alternate routes as a section of…
Mikie Sherrill Scales Back 2.5% Hotel Tax After it Threatened Tourism at the Jersey Shore
Pushback from residents and vacation planners prompts retreat on controversial lodging tax tied to global event. Trenton, NJ – A proposed hotel tax tied to the upcoming World Cup is facing backlash…
Argument turns violent leading to weapon arrest in Wall Township
Dispute turns violent leading to assault arrest involving weapon in Wall Township WALL TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A dispute call escalated into a serious arrest after a confrontation turned violent and led to…
Breaking: First major wildfire of the season shut down part of Route 195 as crews rushed to contain the blaze.
Route 195 wildfire ignites at Jackson-Howell border, forcing road closures Jackson, NJ – A wildfire broke out along the Jackson-Howell border Tuesday, prompting a response from the New Jersey Forest Fire Service…
Tragic loss as fire damages longtime Route 9 business in Freehold, ‘The Game Room’
Route 9 game room fire damages longtime Freehold business ‘The Game Room’ Firefighters battled a late-night blaze at a well-known family-owned recreation store along Route 9. Freehold, NJ – A fire broke…
Hijab Wearing New Jersey Governor Nowhere to Be Found on Palm Sunday
Mikie Sherrill’s Ramadan Hijab and Palm Sunday Silence: Selective Faith for Political Gain? New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill has never been shy about showcasing her solidarity with the state’s Muslim community. During…
Asbury Park school teacher says district promotes women and minorities over white men in shocking lawsuit
“Monmouth County complaint claims teacher denied promotions based on race and gender.” Asbury Park, NJ – A longtime Asbury Park teacher has filed a discrimination lawsuit against the city’s Board of Education,…
Lola the rescue dog seeks home as foster plea highlights overlooked pets
“5-year-old blue-nose pit bull mix in Monmouth County awaits adoption match.” Eatontown, NJ – A 5-year-old rescue dog named Lola is being spotlighted by a Monmouth County animal rescue as she continues…
Ocean County man held without bail on threats and weapons charges, ICE detainer issued
Suspect in Ocean County jail faces threat-to-kill and weapons offenses.” Toms River, NJ – A man identified as Jairo Rene Portillo-Rios is being held in the Ocean County Jail on multiple criminal…
Mikie Sherrill’s No Pro-Immigrant Sanctuary State Laws Put the Public At Risk, Lawmaker Says
“Assembly criticism targets limits on ICE cooperation in newly signed laws.” Trenton, NJ – A New Jersey assemblyman is publicly criticizing a series of newly signed immigration laws by Governor Mikie Sherrill,…
Wooded Route 9 spot in Howell listed at $295K for development
Highway development zoning opens door for retail and commercial use on 1.83 acres Howell, NJ – A 1.83-acre parcel of vacant land along Route 9 South has been listed for $295,000, presenting…
Car Business Not For Sale Despite Listing on Commericial Broker Site, Owner Says
Two-acre automotive site offers redevelopment potential along high-traffic corridor Howell, NJ – The owners of a local auto business today are saying their property is not for sale, despite it being listed…
Search for Fugitive Illegal Migrant Wanted for Deadly New Jersey Hit and Run Continues
Federal authorities allege suspect unlawfully re-entered U.S. before deadly crash Morristown, NJ – A man accused in a fatal hit-and-run that killed a 68-year-old pedestrian Friday morning had previously been deported from…
New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill and Democrats to Raise Sales Tax to 9.625% During World Cup
New Jersey weighs temporary sales, hotel, and gambling tax increases tied to 2026 tournament East Rutherford, NJ – New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill promised New Jersey that she would not raise sales…
Manchester council advances sweeping ordinances to Master Plan and water services to accomodate future growth and development
A wide-ranging slate of measures moved forward with little public debate, signaling major planning and infrastructure decisions ahead. MANCHESTER, N.J. – The Manchester Township Council approved and introduced a series of ordinances…
Jackson Township is the perfect spot for ICE’s new New Jersey detention facility after Roxbury plan meets resistance
A central location, empty warehouses and local support make a compelling case JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. – As opposition continues to build against a proposed ICE detention facility in Roxbury, it’s time to…