Jackson Township Remembers Teen Lost in Tragic Crash with Street Memorial

A street dedication was held Dec. 17 for Michael Gioia, 16, who tragically lost his life in a vehicle collision Oct. 8. West Lake Court has been renamed Michael “Mikey” Gioia Way…

Carol Kelaher, Wife of Former Toms River Mayor Thomas Kelaher Passes

Caroline E. Kelaher, 95, passed away peacefully on December 9, 2025. She was born on May 22, 1930 on Park Street in Toms River to Joseph and Caroline Finley. She will join…

Strong winds, cold temperatures to sweep New Jersey through the weekend

MOUNT HOLLY, N.J. – The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory for much of central and southern New Jersey through early Saturday as strong gusts and a sharp drop in…

Overnight vehicle fire contained before spreading to home in Island Heights

ISLAND HEIGHTS, N.J. – Firefighters quickly extinguished a vehicle fire early Tuesday morning on Lake Avenue, preventing flames from spreading to a nearby construction trailer and occupied home, officials said. According to…

Police recover body of 19-year-old after reported jump from Causeway Bridge

TUCKERTON, N.J. – After nearly three weeks of searching, recovery teams have found the body of a 19-year-old man who was reported to have gone over the Causeway Bridge shortly before Thanksgiving.…

Mikie Sherrill set to become New Jersey’s highest-paid governor despite affordability pledge

TRENTON, N.J. – Mikie Sherrill has made affordability the cornerstone of her platform as governor of New Jersey, but on day one, she is presiding over major toll hikes and an increase…

New York and New Jersey see above-average underage drinking rates, report finds

ALBANY, N.Y. – A new analysis of national health data shows that New York and New Jersey both exceed the U.S. average for alcohol use among minors, with experts warning that the…

Holiday crime wave hits Westfield as thief nabs car from driveway

Car stolen from Westfield driveway after overnight home break-in Westfield, NJ – A quiet neighborhood in Westfield was shaken early Wednesday morning when a vehicle was stolen from a driveway following a…

New Jersey lottery player scores big on gas station ticket in Morris County

Morris County player hits $163K jackpot on $5 Merry Money lottery ticket Parsippany, NJ – A Morris County lottery player got a hefty surprise this week after landing a $163,021 prize from…

New Jersey American Water to acquire Hopewell Borough water system in $6.4 million deal

CAMDEN, N.J. – New Jersey American Water announced Thursday that it has signed an agreement to purchase the Hopewell Borough water system for $6.4 million, following voter approval of the sale in…

Senate approves Holzapfel bill adding green warning lights to snowplows for safer winter roads

TRENTON, N.J. – The New Jersey Senate has passed legislation sponsored by Senator Jim Holzapfel that would allow state and local government snow removal and road salting vehicles to display both amber…

Senate votes to ban ‘gas station heroin’ as Steinhardt bill targets tianeptine sales

TRENTON, N.J. – The New Jersey Senate has unanimously passed legislation sponsored by Senator Doug Steinhardt that would classify tianeptine — a substance often referred to as “gas station heroin” — as…

New Jersey State Capitol Building in Trenton

Senate backs Bucco bill cutting red tape for public accountant licensing

TRENTON, N.J. – The New Jersey Senate has approved legislation sponsored by Senate Republican Leader Anthony M. Bucco that would streamline the licensing process for public accountants and make it easier for…

Senate approves bill giving New Jersey residents first shot at fishing permits

TRENTON, N.J. – The New Jersey Senate has passed legislation that would give state residents a head start when applying for mobile sport fishing vehicle permits, responding to mounting complaints over a…

NJEA Defends Superintendent Citta’s $80,000 Raise as Mayor Demands Resignation

TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Toms River Board of Education’s latest meeting was anything but ordinary. At its heart: Superintendent Mike Citta’s demand for an $80,000 raise—bringing his salary to $308,000. The…

Garden State Equality appoints ‘black bearded lesbian’ after ex-director facing child assault charges

NEPTUNE CITY, N.J. – Garden State Equality, New Jersey’s leading LGBTQ advocacy organization, announced a change in leadership this week after longtime Executive Director Christian Fuscarino was charged with child endangerment and…

Governor Murphy Pardons More Murderers, Drug Dealers, and Violent Criminals in Final Days in Office

TRENTON, N.J. – Marking one year since launching his clemency initiative, Governor Phil Murphy announced Wednesday that he has now granted more than 300 acts of clemency, including pardons and commutations, as…

Phil Murphy Doubles Down on 2035 Gas Car Ban, Zero Emissions Plan As Term Enters Final Days

TRENTON, N.J. – Governor Phil Murphy on Wednesday announced a new Zero-Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Roadmap outlining the state’s progress in expanding electric transportation and its strategy to accelerate future adoption through major…

Murphy celebrates record-breaking 204,000 housing permits as New Jersey tops previous administrations

TRENTON, N.J. – Governor Phil Murphy on Thursday hailed what his administration called a historic milestone in New Jersey’s ongoing housing expansion, announcing that more than 204,000 housing unit permits have been…

No Bueno: Man wanted in multiple states captured in Ocean County

Ocean County man held without bail on theft and burglary charges TOMS RIVER, N.J. – Juan Bueno was booked into the Ocean County jail on Monday following his arrest on multiple theft…

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