New Jersey political candidate breakdances into town meeting then slams tax hike before spinning out on the floor

CRANFORD, NJ – A New Jersey council candidate turned a routine township meeting into an unforgettable performance Tuesday night, breakdancing his way into the room, spinning to the podium, and confronting elected…

Governor Murphy expands state goverment, adding new department focused on defense industry as Trump re-aligns military missions

Trenton, NJ – Governor Phil Murphy has announced the creation of the Office of Strategic Defense Investment, a new initiative aimed at bolstering New Jersey’s role in the nation’s defense sector while…

Bridgeton man arrested nearly two years after fatal shooting on Mt. Vernon Street

Bridgeton man charged with homicide in September 2023 shooting death of Brian Pineda BRIDGETON, NJ – A 29-year-old man has been charged with murder and multiple weapons offenses in connection with the…

Jackson to Decide Between Lifelong Firefighter and First Aid Volunteer or Cosplaying Superhero Vigilante in November

Jackson Township council race set between Al Couceiro and Chris Pollak Jackson Township, NJ – The upcoming council race will feature Al Couceiro facing off against Chris Pollak in a contest drawing…

Sunshine dominates New Jersey skies before late-week storms roll in

Trenton, NJ – New Jersey is set for a stretch of warm, pleasant weather today and Thursday before the chance of showers and thunderstorms arrives late Thursday night. This morning began with…

Toms River shop sells $349K jackpot ticket in stunning lottery win

Ocean County player lands $349,234 Jersey Cash 5 jackpot with lucky Toms River ticket TRENTON, NJ – A lucky lottery player in Ocean County turned a routine ticket into a six-figure windfall…

Morning commute slows with crashes, construction and heavy delays across New Jersey

Newark, NJ – Drivers across New Jersey faced a messy Wednesday morning rush as accidents, construction, and heavy volume combined to snarl traffic on major highways. As of 7:08 a.m., a crash…

Powerball pays out big in NJ with $1M and $150K wins

Two New Jersey Powerball players win $1 million as jackpot climbs to $1.3 billion TRENTON, NJ – Two Powerball tickets sold in New Jersey each hit for $1 million in Monday night’s…

Bergen County lottery player hits massive $1 million scratch-off jackpot

Bergen County player wins $1 million scratch-off prize as big wins hit across New Jersey TRENTON, NJ – A New Jersey Lottery player in Bergen County is now a millionaire after hitting…

Ocean County player scores massive $349K lottery win

Ocean County player wins $349K Jersey Cash 5 jackpot with ticket sold in Toms River TRENTON, NJ – A lucky New Jersey Lottery player in Ocean County is celebrating a major win…

New Jersey Lawmaker Says Democrats’ “Champagne Taste” Costing Struggling Taxpayers Grappling with High Cost of Living in Garden State, Phil Murphy Energy Crisis, Not Trump

Trenton, NJ – Assembly Republican Leader Dawn Fantasia took to social media Tuesday with a fiery post blasting Democratic leadership in Trenton, accusing them of mismanaging federal funds, wasting money on “vanity…

New Jersey Veterans Left in Unmarked Graves for Decades Because Families Couldn’t Afford to Pay Cemetery’s Fees to Install Their Headstones

Legion post uncovers unmarked veterans’ graves and restores long-overdue honor Union Beach, NJ – A Memorial Day flag detail at Shoreland Memorial Gardens in Hazlet led to a discovery that stunned American…

Toms River keeps the fun going with fall recreation lineup

Toms River, NJ – Summer may be winding down, but the Toms River Recreation Department is keeping the calendar packed with fitness, sports, and family-friendly activities stretching through September and October. The…

Sun and warmth dominate New Jersey forecast before weekend showers move in

Trenton, NJ – New Jersey is enjoying a stretch of picture-perfect early September weather, with mostly sunny skies and comfortable temperatures expected through midweek before chances of rain return heading into the…

Ocean County man jailed after shoplifting arrest

Toms River, NJ – A 27-year-old Ocean County man is being held without bail after his arrest on shoplifting charges, according to newly released jail records. Elijah Ibrahim Mayweather was booked into…

Mom charged with child endangerment, assault and weapons offense held at Ocean County

Toms River, NJ – A 34-year-old Ocean County woman is being held without bail after her arrest on multiple charges, including child endangerment, aggravated assault, and weapons possession, according to jail records.…

Staples store in Howell set to close after October

Howell, NJ – Another retail staple is shutting down in Monmouth County. The Howell Staples has posted signs announcing it will permanently close its doors on Oct. 3. Shoppers who rely on…

ICE arrests dangerous international criminal in Jackson Township after council rejects Phil Murphy’s sanctuary state rules

Fugitive wanted in Turkey arrested by ICE in quiet New Jersey neighborhood Jackson Township, NJ – A targeted ICE operation last week in Jackson Township has been revealed, and today, ICE officials…

Massive crane ship looms off Jersey Shore coast as Empire Wind project kicks off despite backlash from locals

Atlantic City, NJ – Beachgoers along the Jersey Shore got an unexpected sight this Labor Day weekend as one of the world’s largest crane vessels, the Thialf, appeared offshore to begin work…

Powerball Winning Numbers: Jackpot soars to $1.3 billion after Labor Day drawing: Two New Jersey Million Dollar Tickets Sold

New York, NY – The Powerball jackpot has skyrocketed to an estimated $1.30 billion after no ticket matched all six numbers in the Labor Day drawing on Monday night. While the top…

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