Manchester Schools, Police Move to Shared Radio System for Faster Communication
Manchester Township schools and police are now using the same radio system after staff completed training aimed at improving emergency communications.…
Summer Is Setting on Miss Barnegat Light’s Sunset Cruises — Last Rides Are Next Weekend
Miss Barnegat Light's $25 sunset cruises end Sept. 19, leaving three final chances to cruise Barnegat Inlet beneath Old Barney before summer ends.…
La Riva in Barnegat Light Serves Some of LBI’s Best Pizza, but Hurry Before It Closes
La Riva in Barnegat Light serves excellent wood-fired Neapolitan pizza with a relaxed LBI atmosphere, but its seasonal closing is approaching fast.…
Just Like Mikie: Son of Convicted former U.S. Senator Bob Menendez Shows Off Brand New Air Force 1 Sneakers
Jersey City, NJ – New Jersey Congressman Rob Menendez is stepping into the new year with some fresh style — and a matching pair of Nike Air Force 1s just like Governor…
Former Navy Helicopter Pilot Mikie Sherrill Dons New Jersey State Police Jacket Over Blazer to Discuss Snow Storm
Trenton, NJ – Governor Mikie Sherrill announced Thursday that state agencies are on high alert and coordinating emergency operations ahead of a powerful winter storm forecast to bring more than a foot…
CD-4 Congressional Candidate Canfield unveils plan to end ‘college-debt racket’ with zero-interest student loans
Brick, NJ – Republican congressional candidate Rob Canfield has unveiled a sweeping student-loan reform proposal that he says will dismantle Washington’s “college-debt racket” and restore fairness, accountability, and affordability to higher education…
Mayor Rodrick Responds to Biased Reporting by Asbury Park Press Reporter Jean Mikle
Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick issued a press release today condeming the bias reporting of Asbury Park Press writer Jean Mikle. In a statement today, he said it is his responsibility to…
Jackson council president Mordechai Burnstein wants to hear from the community
Jackson, NJ – As the new year begins, Jackson Township Council President Michael Burnstein is exploring thoughtful and structured approaches to enhance public engagement during township council meetings. Burnstein, who was named…
Here are the convicted murderers Phil Murphy granted clemency to on last day as New Jersey governor
Trenton, NJ – Trenton – In a sweeping and controversial act of executive authority, outgoing Governor Phil Murphy granted clemency to more than a dozen convicted murderers and violent offenders during his…
Murphy grants clemency to monster mom who burned her two children alive before leaving office
Long Branch, NJ – Long Branch – Outgoing Governor Phil Murphy’s decision to grant clemency to convicted child killer Maria Montalvo has sparked outrage across Monmouth County, with Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago…
Jackson woman, former teacher admits to sexually assaulting teen student
Freehold, NJ – The Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office says a former intermediate school teacher has admitted to sexually assaulting a teenage student, concluding a nearly two-year investigation that exposed a prolonged pattern…
Murphy signs law banning plastic forks, knives, spoons — and yes, the spork — before leaving office
TRENTON, NJ – In one of his final acts as governor, Phil Murphy has signed Assembly Bill 5157 into law, officially banning automatic distribution of single-use plastic utensils and condiment packets at…
ICE launches new immigration sweeps in Lakewood and Ocean County, targeting criminal illegal aliens
LAKEWOOD, NJ – U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents conducted a series of immigration enforcement operations across Ocean County this week, focusing on individuals with active criminal detainers and outstanding deportation orders.…
Chinese-owned Smithfield Foods buys iconic Nathan’s Famous in $450 million deal
NEW YORK, NY – Nathan’s Famous, the 108-year-old Coney Island hot dog brand synonymous with classic American food culture, has been sold to Smithfield Foods, the U.S. meat-processing giant owned by Hong…
Chris Smith faces GOP primary challenge from Rob Canfield in New Jersey’s 4th District
BRICK, NJ – Congressman Chris Smith is set to face a Republican primary challenger in New Jersey’s 4th Congressional District, as Rob Canfield, a small-business owner and firearms instructor from Brick, officially…
E-ZPass Under Control of Foriegn Owned Business is a Risk to New Jersey, Congressman Says
TRENTON, NJ – Congressman Jeff Van Drew is calling out New Jersey officials for awarding a multibillion-dollar E-ZPass operations contract to a company he says is linked to a foreign government, warning…
New Jersey teachers urged to wear blue as NJEA union backs Minnesota ICE protest
Trenton, NJ – New Jersey teachers are being asked to wear blue on Friday as part of a coordinated show of support for educators in Minnesota who are organizing a Day of…
Top Foods Eaten by New Jerseyeans During the Super Bowl
America’s favorite Super Bowl foods revealed as wings, dips, and pizza dominate party menus NEWARK, NJ – As football fans prepare for the biggest game of the year, new search data shows…
Dangerously cold temperatures across most of U.S. this weekend; Here’s What’s Happening in Jersey
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Dangerously cold weather and snow to sweep across New Jersey and U.S. this weekend. The National Weather Service is warning that an arctic blast will sweep across much…
Federal Judge Strikes Down Lawsuit by 27 Towns Against Affordable Housing Mandate
TRENTON, NJ – A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by more than two dozen New Jersey municipalities challenging the state’s 2024 affordable housing law, marking another major victory for the…
BMG, World’s Largest Yeshiva to Use Former Jackson Middle School to “Fullest Potential”
JACKSON, NJ – Beth Medrash Govoha (BMG) has purchased the former Christa McAuliffe Middle School from the Jackson School District for $40 million, with officials saying the Lakewood-based yeshivah intends to use…
Mystery behind who is spraypainting seals at the Jersey Shore solved
BRIGANTINE, NJ – Somebody is spraypainting seals at the Jersey Shore and it’s concerning to some beachgoers. The Marine Mammal Stranding Center is clearing up confusion about an unusual sight that often…
Murphy dishes last-minute pardon of Democrat party money man’s son in fatal hit-and-run
ATLANTIC CITY, NJ – Outgoing Governor Phil Murphy ignited a political firestorm in his final hours in office after issuing a full pardon to Harris Jacobs, the son of prominent Democratic fundraiser…