Two pups discovered on Highway 34 near church

Two pups discovered on Highway 34 near church HOLMDEL, NJ – Two small puppies were found abandoned on Highway 34 near St. Mina's Church. The Holmdel Township Police Department is seeking assistance…

Massive 9,000 Passenger Cruise Ship Stranded in New Jersey As Nor’Easter Churns Atlantic Ocean

Bayonne, NJ – A Royal Caribbean cruise with nearly 9,000 passengers and crew is sidelined at Cape Liberty, with Symphony of the Seas held in port until Tuesday morning because of a…

Mikie Sherrill refuses to credit Trump for release of all Hamas hostages; Ciattarelli celebrates release

Newark, NJ – Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill joined global leaders in celebrating the release of 20 hostages held by Hamas for two years but notably omitted any reference to President Donald Trump, whose…

Writer Calls for New Debate After Last Ciattarelli and Sherrill Debate Did Not Meet State Requirements for Matching Funds

Debate clock controversy erupts over Ciattarelli-Sherrill faceoff Trenton, NJ – A formal complaint filed by political writer David Wildstein has thrown the recent gubernatorial debate between Jack Ciattarelli and Mikie Sherrill into…

DWI arrest following hit-and-run crash in Hackettstown

DWI arrest following hit-and-run crash in Hackettstown HACKETTSTOWN, NJ – A 25-year-old man was arrested on multiple charges, including driving while intoxicated, after being involved in a hit-and-run crash on Wednesday, October…

Maryland group blasts local leaders over immigration and cheers deportation surge in blunt newsletter

ROCKVILLE, MD – A Maryland-based immigration advocacy organization circulated a mass email urging stepped-up removals, criticizing local officials, and claiming federal enforcement gains. The message from Help Save Maryland cites a final…

Jackson councilman applauds restoration of Columbus Day, calls move a victory for Italian Americans

JACKSON, NJ – A Jackson Township councilman is celebrating the federal government’s decision to once again recognize Columbus Day, following President Trump’s move to restore the holiday’s name after several years of…

Teens spin and glide at DJ Skate nights in Toms River

TOMS RIVER, NJ – The beat drops and the blades hit the ice as teens flock to Winding River Ice Rink for weekend DJ Skate nights through the fall and winter. Friday…

Homemade Roasted Thanksgiving Day Turkey with all the Sides

Gloucester Township police launch Thanksgiving food drive

Gloucester Township police launch Thanksgiving food drive GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ – Gloucester Township Police are accepting donations for their Thanksgiving Food Drive through November 17. Residents are encouraged to donate canned food…

Garrison’s late heroics lift Toms River North over Jackson Township in thriller

TOMS RIVER, NJ – A dramatic finish under the Friday night lights saw junior receiver Cole Garrison lead Toms River North to a 21-20 comeback victory over Jackson Township in Shore Conference…

Truck driver dies after veering off Prince William Parkway in Manassas

Manassas, VA – A 35-year-old truck driver from California was killed early Saturday morning after his vehicle left the roadway and struck a guardrail along Prince William Parkway. The crash occurred around…

Platkin Sues Trump Again: New Jersey joins legal fight against Trump’s National Guard deployment

New Jersey joins legal fight against Trump's National Guard deployment TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin, alongside a coalition of 24 attorneys general and governors, filed a brief…

Judge partially grants Fort Dix inmate’s bid for prerelease custody review

Camden, NJ – A federal judge has ordered the Bureau of Prisons to conduct a good-faith review of an inmate’s eligibility for prerelease custody after finding merit in part of a habeas…

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Photo of Abigail Spanberger’s ‘COVID-19 Hood’ go viral as internet explodes with laughter and outrage

Richmond, VA – A photo of Virginia Democratic gubernatorial candidate and New Jersey native Abigail Spanberger wearing a large plastic hood spread rapidly across social media this week, igniting political debate and…

Juveniles injured in Jersey City hit-and-run

Juveniles injured in Jersey City hit-and-run incident JERSEY CITY, NJ – Multiple juveniles were injured in a hit-and-run crash on Monday, acting Hudson County Prosecutor Wayne Mello reported. Investigators with the Hudson…

Ocean County man charged with multiple sexual offenses

Ocean County man charged with multiple sexual offenses TOMS RIVER, NJ — Darnell Williams, 34, of Manchester Township, has been charged with two counts of criminal sexual contact and two counts of…

O’Scanlon demands transparency from New Jersey treasury amid budget concerns

O'Scanlon demands transparency from New Jersey treasury amid budget concerns TRENTON, NJ – Senate Budget Officer Declan O'Scanlon sent a letter to New Jersey State Treasurer Elizabeth Maher Muoio, requesting immediate updates…

Brick mayoral challeger retreats from debate after Mayor Lisa Crate accepts challenge

BRICK, NJ – A political showdown that could have defined Brick Township’s mayoral race fizzled last week after challegner Madeline Iannarone, abruptly declined to face off against incumbent Mayor Lisa Crate. Crate…

Donovan Catholic edges Point Boro on late field goal thriller

POINT PLEASANT, NJ – Donovan Catholic escaped Point Pleasant with a dramatic 10-7 victory Friday night, sealing the win on a clutch fourth-quarter field goal from senior kicker Blake Caruso. The Griffins…

Freehold Twp steamrolls rival Boro to reclaim Duke Trophy

FREEHOLD, NJ – Freehold Township stormed through its crosstown showdown Saturday afternoon, crushing Freehold Borough 42-7 to reclaim the coveted Duke Trophy and even its record above .500. The Patriots exploded for…

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