Newark police seek two suspects in West Market Street shooting

NEWARK, NJ – Newark police are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying two men wanted in connection with a shooting that occurred late last month on West Market Street, officials announced.…

California man charged in fatal Mount Laurel e-bike hit-and-run

MOUNT LAUREL, NJ – A 40-year-old California man has been arrested and charged in connection with a hit-and-run crash that killed an electric bicycle rider earlier this week in Mount Laurel Township,…

Lieutenant Colonel David Sierotowicz named acting superintendent of New Jersey State Police

TRENTON, NJ – Lieutenant Colonel David Sierotowicz has officially assumed command of the New Jersey State Police, stepping into the role of Acting Superintendent and State Director of Emergency Management as of…

Dog found near Watchung Square Mall as police seek owner

WATCHUNG, NJ – A lost dog was found near the Watchung Square Mall, and local police are asking for the public’s help in locating its owner. The Watchung Police Department reported that…

Barnegat Police welcome Patrolman Jerry Mecca to department

BARNEGAT, NJ – The Barnegat Police Department has officially welcomed Patrolman Jerry Mecca as its newest officer, joining the force following the retirement of Detective Stephen Russoniello. Police Chief Jason Carroll introduced…

Manchester man files lawsuit over Monroe Township crash that caused serious injuries

MONROE TOWNSHIP, NJ – A Manchester resident has filed a personal injury lawsuit in Middlesex County Superior Court, alleging that he suffered serious and permanent injuries in a 2024 car crash caused…

Judge approves limited confidentiality order in Silver First Aid Squad $2 million misconduct and theft court battle

TOMS RIVER, NJ – A Superior Court judge in Ocean County has approved a discovery confidentiality order in the ongoing civil case filed by the Township of Toms River against the Silverton…

Oakland man charged after public lewdness investigation in Bergen County

OAKLAND, NJ – A 68-year-old Oakland man has been charged after police concluded an investigation into a lewd act reported by a concerned citizen earlier this year. According to authorities, the case…

Newark police seek woman accused of assaulting shopper inside Market Street clothing store

NEWARK, NJ – Newark police are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a woman accused of attacking another shopper inside a downtown clothing store following a dispute over social media comments,…

Prosecutor opens investigation after seven juveniles injured in Berkeley Township firepit explosion on New Year’s Eve

BERKELEY TOWNSHIP, NJ – Authorities are investigating a flash fire that injured seven juveniles during a New Year’s Eve gathering at a North Trenton Avenue residence, officials said. According to Ocean County…

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Man hospitalized after fire rips through Meadowbrook Motel unit in South Jersey

BURLEIGH, NJ – A 33-year-old man was hospitalized Thursday morning after a fire broke out inside a room at the Meadowbrook Motel along Route 147 in the Burleigh section of Middle Township.…

Jackson Fire District No. 2 reports record growth, expands to 24-hour fire and EMS coverage

Jackson Township, NJ – Jackson Fire District No. 2 marked a year of historic growth and expansion in 2025, responding to more calls than ever before and launching around-the-clock operations for both…

‘Child Safety Soldier’ Shane Coyle arrested in Monmouth County, charged with simple assault

Ocean Township, NJ – Shane J. Coyle, a self-styled online child predator hunter who once appeared on Dr. Phil under the moniker “Child Safety Soldier,” was arrested in Monmouth County and charged…

Jackson police chief’s settlement could exceed “six figures” after new dispute delays agreement

Jackson Township, NJ – The long-running legal battle between Jackson Township and Police Chief Matthew Kunz is not over, as a new dispute over the terms of his retirement settlement has pushed…

Jackson councilman slams 35% summer camp fee hike as unfair to families

Jackson Township, NJ – A sharp 35% increase in Jackson Township’s summer camp rates has drawn criticism from both residents and township officials, with Councilman Giuseppe Palmeri calling the one-year hike “unfair…

Barnegat mother of five killed in Route 9 in Woodbridge in early morning New Year’s Day crash

Woodbridge, NJ – A Barnegat woman was killed early Thursday morning after her vehicle struck a highway divider along the northbound lanes of Route 9 in Woodbridge, New Jersey State Police said.…

Ocean County swears in first Orthodox Jewish commissioner as Shmuel “Sam” Ellenbogen takes office

Toms River, NJ – In a milestone moment for Ocean County, Shmuel “Sam” Ellenbogen was sworn in this week as the county’s first Orthodox Jewish commissioner, marking a significant step for representation…

SWAT Standoff with Armed Man at Jersey Shore Hotel Ends Peacefully

Point Pleasant Borough, NJ – A large police response at a Point Pleasant hotel on New Year’s Day ended without injuries after officers and crisis negotiators safely de-escalated a behavioral health incident…

Ocean County lottery ticket scores big win at Stop & Shop

Toms River lottery player wins $184K on New Year’s Day in Fast Play jackpot Trenton, NJ – A lucky New Jersey Lottery player in Ocean County kicked off the new year with…

NJ lottery player scores $3M payday in Win for Life

Hudson County lottery player kicks off new year with $3M Win for Life prize Trenton, NJ – A Hudson County lottery player is starting the new year with a massive win after…

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