Hard Working People are Leaving New Jersey for More Tax-Friendly States, Report
Trenton, NJ – New Jersey continued to rank among the nation’s biggest losers in interstate migration as residents moved to lower-tax states, according to a new report by Tax Foundation policy analyst…
Forked River man awarded Governor’s Team of Excellence honor for affordable housing work
TRENTON, N.J. — Gavin Rozzi of Forked River was honored with the Governor’s Team of Excellence Award during New Jersey’s State Employee Recognition Day ceremony held Wednesday, May 7, at the Trenton…
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,…
Lakewood Fire Department promotes captain and swears in new firefighter
LAKEWOOD, N.J. — The Lakewood Board of Fire Commissioners, alongside Fire Chief Jonathan Yahr and Fire District Administrator Yehuda Beer, announced the promotion of Career Fire Lieutenant Robert J. Leon Sr. to…
Jackson prepares for annual Memorial Day parade and ceremony on May 26
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. – The Jackson Township community is invited to attend the annual Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 26, 2025, beginning at 10:00 a.m., in honor of local veterans and…
Memorial Day weekend is the official start to summer at the Jersey Shore
The Jersey Shore is abuzz with anticipation as Memorial Day weekend marks the official start of summer in New Jersey. From the sandy beaches of Cape May to the bustling boardwalks of…
Jackson Police honor fallen officers at Ocean County memorial ceremony
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. – Members of the Jackson Township Police Department joined law enforcement agencies across Ocean County on Friday to honor fallen officers during the 34th Annual Ocean County Law Enforcement…
Ocean State Job Lot opens new Barnegat store with community-focused celebration
BARNEGAT, N.J. — Ocean State Job Lot marked the opening of its newest New Jersey store on Saturday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and family-friendly celebration at 580 North Main Street, the former…
Brick Township swears in two new special law enforcement officers
BRICK, NJ — The Brick Township Police Department has added two new Special Law Enforcement Officers to its ranks following a swearing-in ceremony held earlier this week. Chief David Forrester and Mayor…
Ocean County’s $4.7 million money pit just got more expensive
BARNEGAT TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A pet project by the Ocean County Board of Commissioners to restore a 2-story home in Barnegat is turning into a money pit for taxpayers. The cost of…
Ocean County commissioners to appoint residents to boards on Wednesday
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Ocean County Board of Commissioners will vote Wednesday on a series of appointments and reappointments across several key advisory and governance boards, including tourism, education, and workforce…
Ocean County commissioners to vote on over $70 million in new spending bills
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Ocean County Board of Commissioners is set to vote Wednesday on a series of ordinances totaling more than $70 million in infrastructure and facility upgrades, including road…
Toms River Council Candidates Get Into Downtown Barroom Scuffle
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Shortly after Toms River council candidate Anthony Ricotta was spotted downtown with a camera crew, led by development lobbyist George Gilmore, it was reported that he got into…
Diamond Dance Academy named Jackson business spotlight for May
JACKSON, NJ — Diamond Dance Academy has been selected as Jackson Township’s Small Business Highlight for the month of May, Councilman Giuseppe Palmeri announced this week. Palmeri visited the studio to celebrate…
Bahama Breeze in Toms River abruptly closes down, employees left outside
TOMS RIVER, NJ — The Bahama Breeze restaurant in Toms River closed without warning Friday, leaving employees and patrons surprised as they arrived to find the doors locked. Workers reported to the…
Ocean County Commissioners pay $20,500,000 for property owned by GOP megadonor
Manchester,. NJ – Republican megadonor Larry Bathgate, a Lakewood attorney, has cashed in on a $20,500,000 land sale with the Ocean County Natural Land Trust. Bathgate, owner of a property on Ridgeway…
Fire breaks out at Toms River mobile home park
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A structure fire broke out Wednesday afternoon at Roberts Mobile Home Park, prompting a multi-agency emergency response and leading to the safe evacuation of all residents and their…
Lawmakers call on Murphy to suspend state tax, equity tax on rising utility bills
TRENTON, NJ — Republican State Senators Joe Pennacchio (R-26) and Latham Tiver (R-8) are calling on Governor Phil Murphy to suspend state taxes on electricity bills, citing increased pressure on households and…
Stranded, sick seal recovered in New Jersey this year, makes an appearance at Martha’s Vineyard
AQUINNAH, Mass. — A rehabilitated grey seal that was treated and released in New Jersey has been spotted more than 180 miles away, relaxing on the shores of Martha’s Vineyard, according to…
Manchester Township welcomes three new Class I Special Law Enforcement Officers
MANCHESTER, N.J. — Three newly appointed Special Law Enforcement Class I Officers were sworn in during Monday’s Township Council meeting, marking the latest additions to Manchester Township’s public safety team ahead of…
Five Republicans emerge as possible successors to Ocean County GOP chairman George Gilmore
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — With Ocean County GOP Chairman George Gilmore facing mounting criticism from within his party, Republican insiders are increasingly looking ahead to 2026, when Gilmore’s chairmanship could face serious…
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