Monmouth GOP throws packed 70th Victory Gala in show of force for Trump and Ciattarelli

Monmouth GOP throws packed 70th Victory Gala in show of force for Trump and Ciattarelli COLTS NECK, NJ — The Monmouth County Republican Committee hosted its 70th Annual Victory Gala this week,…

Lillian G. Burry, longtime Monmouth County public servant, dies at 89

COLTS NECK, NJ — Lillian G. Burry, a trailblazing Monmouth County leader and the first woman to serve as Director of the Board of County Commissioners, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August…

New Jersey’s most hidden gem, and why it’s illegal to visit

MANCHESTER, NJ — As temperatures cool and fall settles in, officials are once again warning thrill-seekers to stay away from one of New Jersey’s most dangerous and illegal destinations: the Heritage Minerals…

Former school employee arrested for sexual assault and misconduct in Hamilton Township

MAYS LANDING, NJ — A former employee of the Hamilton Township Board of Education was arrested Wednesday in connection with an ongoing criminal investigation involving allegations of sexual assault and misconduct, according…

GOP urges New Jersey Democrat Majority to explore reopening Oyster Creek plant, nuclear power facilities

TOMS RIVER, NJ — State Senator Joe Pennacchio is calling for New Jersey officials to investigate the possibility of restarting or replacing the dormant Oyster Creek Nuclear Power Plant in Lacey Township,…

Where’s the Bus Report? New Jersey Lawmaker Says Trenton Owes Us a Long Overdue School Bus Safety Report

Senator Corrado demands overdue school bus safety report from NJ Education Department TRENTON, NJ — State Senator Kristin Corrado is pressing the New Jersey Department of Education to release a long-overdue report…

Man killed, others injured in chaotic Trenton shooting and crash

TRENTON, NJ — A late-night shooting erupted in Trenton Friday, leaving one man dead, two others injured, and multiple vehicles and a home damaged, prompting a full-scale investigation by the Mercer County…

Jeep driver charged with DUI after late-night Berkeley crash injuring three

Three injured after suspected DUI crash in Berkeley Township Berkeley Township, NJ — A late-night collision at a busy intersection in Berkeley Township left three people injured and one driver facing serious…

NJ Attorney General being escorted on the Seaside Heights Police Department with Ocean County Commissioner Robert Arace.

Both NJ governor candidates say Attorney General Matt Platkin will be out if they win

Woodbridge, NJ – Attorney General Matt Platkin’s days in office are numbered, regardless of who wins New Jersey’s upcoming gubernatorial election, as both major party candidates confirmed they would fire the state’s…

Bail Reform is Here to Stay If Mikie Sherrill Wins In November: I’m really concerned that you’re not more concerned about some of the people you serve

Woodbridge, NJ – Democratic gubernatorial candidate Mikie Sherrill drew laughter and skepticism from a room full of police officers Friday morning after doubling down on her support for New Jersey’s controversial bail…

New Jersey Police Unions Not Happy With Mikie Sherrill’s Commitment to Sanctuary State Policies and Immigrant Trust Trust Directive, Handcuffing Cops

Woodbridge, NJ – In an appearance with the New Jersey PBA, Democratic gubernatorial candidate Mikie Sherrill told a room full of law enforcement officers that she supports a pathway to citizenship for…

Shaler Township teen taken into custody after daylong search

SHALER TOWNSHIP, PA – A 16-year-old boy who sparked a large police response in Shaler Township was taken into custody Thursday afternoon after deputies and local officers tracked him to a residence…

Howell police investigating crash between juvenile bicyclist and SUV

HOWELL TOWNSHIP, NJ – Police are investigating a crash that injured a juvenile bicyclist after a collision with a 2019 Toyota Sienna on Wednesday morning. According to the Howell Township Police Traffic…

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Trenton duo charged after heroin and cocaine seized in Jackson Township traffic stop

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – A two-month investigation into heroin and cocaine trafficking in Ocean County ended with the arrest of two Trenton residents and the seizure of thousands of doses of narcotics,…

Evesham police investigating rash of overnight car burglary attempts

EVESHAM TOWNSHIP, NJ – Police are asking for the public’s help after four suspects in a stolen car attempted multiple overnight vehicle burglaries in two neighborhoods, authorities said. Around 2:30 a.m. Friday,…

Cherry Hill firefighter retires after 25 years of decorated service

CHERRY HILL, NJ – The Cherry Hill Fire Department is honoring Firefighter Gary E. Miller, Jr., who will retire on September 1 after more than two decades of dedicated service to the…

Ocean County raid uncovers cameras in children’s bedrooms

Point Pleasant man charged with manufacturing and distributing child sexual abuse material after foster home raid POINT PLEASANT BOROUGH, NJ – A 42-year-old Point Pleasant Borough man has been charged with multiple…

Four charged after multi-agency heroin bust nets thousands of doses in Ocean County

TOMS RIVER, NJ – A three-month investigation into heroin distribution across Ocean County ended with four arrests and the seizure of more than 3,500 individual doses of the drug, prosecutors announced. Ocean…

New Jersey foster parent charged after investigators find cameras in children’s bedrooms

POINT PLEASANT BOROUGH, NJ – A 42-year-old man from Point Pleasant Borough is facing multiple charges after investigators say they uncovered disturbing evidence of child sexual abuse material being created and shared…

Lucky Bergen ticket hits $762K top prize

Bergen County player hits $762K Jersey Cash 5 jackpot with Montvale ticket TRENTON, NJ – One lucky Bergen County lottery player is starting the weekend more than three-quarters of a million dollars…

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