NJ attorney general fires back after attack mailer calls his record ‘marked by scandal’

TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey Attorney General Matt Platkin is brushing off a sharply worded political mailer that accuses him of being tied to “scandal,” responding publicly that the attack won’t intimidate…

Toms River releases winter recreation program with easy online signups for activities and fun for all ages

TOMS RIVER, NJ – From ice skating and karate to kids’ cooking classes and yoga, Toms River’s new winter recreation guide is now live — and residents can sign up online in…

Hoboken Raises Palestinian Flag High Over Town Hall on Anniversary of First Intifada

Hoboken mayor defends Palestinian flag raising, says date’s link to First Intifada was unintentional HOBOKEN, NJ – Hoboken Mayor Ravi S. Bhalla on Tuesday defended the decision to raise the flag of…

New Jersey Bill Would Force Companies to Pay Elected Officials to be Double Dippers

TRENTON, NJ – Political corruption has been normalized in New Jersey. Now, one state legislator wants to mandate the most despised form of political corruption in the Garden State, double dipping. A…

New Jersey Wants to Force Private Corporations to Put More Women, Minorities on Executive Boards

TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey lawmakers are advancing a proposal that would require publicly traded corporations based in the state to ensure their boards of directors reflect New Jersey’s racial and gender…

New Jersey Lawmaker Wants to Allow Inmates Ability to Choose Prison Gender

TRENTON, NJ – A bill introduced in the New Jersey Assembly would mandate that transgender inmates in state prisons be housed according to their gender identity rather than the gender assigned at…

Snowfall possible in parts of New Jersey this weekend

Cold front brings snow chances and a deep freeze to New Jersey this weekend TRENTON, NJ – Rain and mild air will give way to a sharp chill across New Jersey by…

New Jersey has spoken and we want these nostalgic jobs back

TRENTON, NJ – In a state once known for its diners, drive-ins, and daily paper deliveries, New Jerseyans have spoken — they want the paperboy back. A new survey of 3,014 residents…

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Police in Wall Township nab three in one day on drug and warrant charges

Wall Township police make multiple arrests during first week of December WALL TOWNSHIP, NJ – Three men were taken into custody during the first week of December in separate incidents involving narcotics,…

Grand jury clears cop who shot fleeing burglary suspect in face

Grand jury clears Fair Haven officer in Rumson police shooting involving burglary suspect FREEHOLD, NJ – A Monmouth County Grand Jury has declined to bring criminal charges against a Fair Haven police…

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Cherry Hill man fatally struck while crossing busy road

Pedestrian fatally struck while crossing Haddonfield Road in Cherry Hill CHERRY HILL, NJ – A Cherry Hill man was killed Monday evening after being struck by a vehicle while crossing Haddonfield Road,…

Couple charged after fake sex assault claim against NJ troopers

Hunterdon County couple charged with making false sexual assault claims against state troopers TRENTON, NJ – A man and woman from Bloomsbury are facing criminal charges after allegedly fabricating claims that multiple…

E-bike crash in Teaneck leaves 22-year-old in critical condition

E-bike rider critically injured after crossing into traffic on Degraw Avenue in Teaneck TEANECK, NJ – A 22-year-old Fort Lee man is in critical condition after being struck by a vehicle while…

Man jailed after fatal Gloucester Township wreck kills SUV driver

Charges upgraded to aggravated manslaughter in Gloucester Township fatal crash Gloucester Township, NJ — A Sicklerville man is now facing upgraded charges after a deadly October crash in Gloucester Township that killed…

New Jersey Santa performer nabbed in child exploitation probe

Trenton, NJ – He checked his file list and checked it twice before uploading photos of children on the internet. Now, this New Jersey Santa performer is getting more than coal in…

Illegal Alien in New Jersey Among Two Charged with Crimes Against Children

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Federal immigration authorities announced the arrests of two convicted foreign nationals in separate operations in New Jersey and Texas, both of whom were convicted of crimes against children and…

Lakewood man charged with repeat drunk driving, operating vehicle on suspended license

LAKEWOOD, N.J. – A Lakewood man was arrested earlier this month after allegedly driving under the influence while his license was suspended from a prior DWI conviction, according to Ocean County jail…

ICE agents conduct enforcement operations in Lakewood amid reports of multiple arrests

LAKEWOOD, N.J. – Federal immigration agents have been conducting enforcement operations in and around Lakewood over the past week, according to multiple reports from residents and local sources. The U.S. Immigration and…

Essex County celebrates $120K lottery win

Newark lottery player wins $120K share of Jersey Cash 5 jackpot Trenton, NJ — A lucky lottery player in Essex County matched all five numbers in Monday’s Jersey Cash 5 drawing, securing…

Jackson Mayor’s New Evening Code Enforcement Hours Will Help Illegal Rental Compliance Investigations

Jackson Township Mayor Jennifer L. Kuhn today announced enhanced enforcement measures aimed at addressing rental-related code violations, marking a significant step toward properly enforcing the township’s rental and landlord ordinances. The new…

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