New playground opens at Johnson Park in Jackson

JACKSON, NJ – Jackson Township has opened a new playground at Johnson Park, featuring modern equipment and ADA-compliant play areas. According to the Jackson Council, the playground includes a zip line, seesaw,…

Heavy rains could bring flash flooding across New Jersey Monday night into Tuesday

A Flood Watch has been issued for much of the Mid-Atlantic as the National Weather Service in Mount Holly upgraded the flash flooding threat to a Moderate Risk for parts of New…

Pleasantville man sentenced to 3 years for gas station and tobacco store burglaries

A 21-year-old Pleasantville man has been sentenced to three years in state prison after pleading guilty to two burglary incidents in Absecon and Galloway Township, the Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office announced. Laqua…

Mayor Rodrick Keeps the Good Times Rolling with Another Concert on the Beach

Tupelo Honey to perform Van Morrison tribute at Shelter Cove Beach concert Toms River will host a rescheduled summer concert featuring Tupelo Honey, a Van Morrison tribute band, on Wednesday, July 23…

Howell teen leukemia survivor hosts blood drive with support from local police

The Howell Township Police Department showed support at a community event led by 14-year-old leukemia survivor Riley Risden, who organized a mobile blood drive as part of her Girl Scouts Silver Award…

Watch: Gunfire erupts near New Jersey Boardwalk causing panic and fear

A 17-year-old male from Pennsauken was arrested Saturday in connection with a shooting that occurred in the early morning hours on the Wildwood boardwalk, authorities said. At approximately 1:00 a.m. on Saturday,…

Three arrested after explosion destroys porta john in Jackson Township park

Three males were arrested Monday evening after a large explosion destroyed a porta john near Flair Ridge Park in Jackson Township, according to police. At approximately 5:02 p.m., Officers Brown, Fox, Scheuerman,…

New Jersey State Troopers rescue dog from tidal current in Elizabeth marina

Two New Jersey State Troopers pulled a distressed dog from the waters of the Arthur Kill on Sunday morning after spotting the animal struggling against a strong current near the Elizabeth Marina.…

Florida Department of Revenue Operating in New Jersey? Here’s Why

The Florida Department of Revenue (DOR), which oversees tax collection and compliance for the state, operates offices in six states outside Florida — including a location in New Jersey — as part…

Army tactical vehicle rear-ends semi on I-95, causing traffic delays near exit 10

A U.S. Army Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV) rear-ended a semi tractor-trailer on Interstate 95 near exit 10 in New Jersey over the weekend, according to local authorities. The crash led to…

Jackson Police Department announces promotions at township council meeting

The Jackson Township Police Department promoted four officers during a township council meeting held on July 8, recognizing years of service, leadership, and dedication to law enforcement and the local community. Public…

Woman found asleep in car at Jackson Wawa arrested after drugs, paraphernalia discovered

A woman was arrested Monday morning after Jackson police found suspected drugs and drug paraphernalia in her vehicle while she was unconscious in the driver’s seat outside a Wawa. At approximately 9:51…

Unconscious driver found at Jackson Township intersection arrested for DUI

A 27-year-old man was arrested for driving while intoxicated after police found him unconscious behind the wheel of a vehicle stopped in the middle of a Jackson Township intersection Sunday night. At…

Newark police seek man for questioning in Summer Avenue shooting

Newark police are asking for the public’s help in locating 18-year-old Ruben Gonzalez, who is wanted for questioning in connection with a shooting that took place on May 30. Officers responded around…

New Jersey man indicted in armed robbery of Garnerville smoke shop

A New Jersey man has been indicted on charges of robbery and kidnapping after allegedly holding an employee at gunpoint and stealing cash and merchandise from a Garnerville smoke shop, Rockland County…

Garage blaze prompts second alarm in Toms River, no injuries reported

Firefighters responded to a structure fire Tuesday afternoon on Seaton Road in Toms River, where heavy smoke and flames were reported coming from a single-story ranch-style residence. Toms River Fire Companies #1…

Jack Ciattarelli receives warm welcome at Newark Afrobeat Fest

Former New Jersey gubernatorial candidate Jack Ciattarelli attended the Afrobeat Fest in Newark, receiving a warm reception as he joined in the celebration of African culture and community on Saturday. Afrobeat Fest,…

Driver hits ICE protesters in North Bergen street clash, faces assault charges

A woman is facing multiple charges after she struck several demonstrators with her vehicle during a midday protest near the border of Hudson and Bergen counties, authorities said. The incident occurred around…

Driver killed after SUV crashes, overturns and bursts into flames in White Township

A 54-year-old woman died late Friday night after her SUV veered off the road, struck a rock and utility pole, and caught fire in White Township, according to New Jersey State Police.…

Major media outlets colluded to block opposing viewpoints during COVID pandemic, DOJ says

The U.S. Department of Justice filed a statement of interest Friday in a federal case accusing major media outlets of suppressing independent viewpoints related to the COVID-19 pandemic through alleged collusion with…

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