Ocean Township to hold 14th annual Independence Day celebration on June 28

WARETOWN, N.J. — The Township of Ocean will host its 14th Annual Independence Day Celebration on Saturday, June 28 at 10:00 a.m. at Corliss Park – Lake & Recreation Area Pavilion, located…

Twelve New Jersey students awarded scholarships for organ and tissue donation advocacy

NEW PROVIDENCE, N.J. — The Sharing Network Foundation has awarded scholarships to 12 high school seniors from across New Jersey who have shown exceptional commitment to raising awareness about organ and tissue…

Sunset Seafood Bliss at Two Mile Landing A Great Way to End the Day in Cape May or Wildwood

Tucked at the foot of the Cape May–Wildwood Crest Toll Bridge, Two Mile Landing emerges as a vibrant waterfront destination, offering a delicious dual experience: the lively Crab House and the more…

Troubled Drawbridge at the Jersey Shore Closed Again as New Jersey Announces 2028 Plan to Fix

BELMAR, N.J. — The Route 71 drawbridge connecting Belmar and Avon-by-the-Sea is currently closed to all vehicle and boat traffic following a mechanical failure in the south leaf of the bridge, according…

Eleven victims file lawsuits over alleged abuse at New Jersey Youth Detention Center

CAMDEN, N.J. — Eleven survivors who say they were sexually abused as children while confined at the Camden County Youth Detention Center have filed lawsuits against Camden County, alleging the county failed…

Time for some fireworks in Fort Lee: Food Trucks and DJ to Celebrate Independence Day

FORT LEE, N.J. — Fireworks will return to Fort Lee this summer as the borough hosts a community celebration on Tuesday, July 2, featuring live music, food trucks, and family-friendly activities. The…

JCP&L Suspends Summer Shut-Offs as New Jersey Electricity Rates Increase 20%

HOLMDEL, N.J. — A failed state energy plan has resulted in electricity rate increases as high as 20% in New Jersey, thanks to Governor Phil Murphy’s failed clean energy agenda, but one…

Scooter robbery outside Newark Nike store leaves man beaten and $500 stolen

NEWARK, N.J. — Newark police are asking for the public’s help in identifying two suspects who assaulted and robbed a man of his electric scooter and $500 in broad daylight outside a…

Brick breaks ground on long-awaited Sports Dome at long abandoned Foodtown site

BRICK, N.J. — Construction of the long-anticipated SportsDome is underway in Brick Township, following a ceremonial groundbreaking last week at the site of the former Foodtown property. Mayor Lisa Crate, along with…

New Jersey Replaces Tesla EV Chargers From Turnpike with More Expensive Ones Amid Left’s Beef with Musk

TRENTON, NJ – Long before Elon Musk and President Donald Trump feuded, while it was still envogue to burn tesla dealerships and damage cybertrucks, New Jersey wanted to show the President’s number…

Popular Home Decor Box Store to Close Three New Jersey Locations Amid Bankruptcy Filing

PRINCETON, NJ – At Home, the Texas-based home decor and furniture retailer, has announced the closure of three of its New Jersey stores as part of a broader restructuring following a Chapter…

Sore Throat is Main Symptom of Latest COVID-19 Strain to Hit New Jersey, With Minimal Impact

TRENTON, N.J. — A newly emerging strain of COVID-19, known as Nimbus (NB.1.8.1), is now the leading variant circulating in New Jersey, with health officials noting a severe sore throat as one…

Disgraced Former NJ Senator Bob Menendez Goes to Prison

Former New Jersey Senator Bob Menendez reported to the Federal Correctional Institution, Schuylkill, in Pennsylvania on Tuesday, to begin an 11-year prison sentence for a bribery and corruption scheme. The 71-year-old, who…

Seaside Heights police respond to reported armed threat on Hamilton Avenue, no weapon found

SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — Police in Seaside Heights responded Tuesday night to a reported threat involving a firearm at a Hamilton Avenue residence, but no weapon was ultimately found at the scene.…

Phil Murphy beefs up security for lawmakers after Tim Walz appointee goes on shooting spree in Minnesota

TRENTON, N.J. — Governor Phil Murphy has directed state authorities to increase security for public officials across New Jersey following the fatal shooting of Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses over the weekend.…

Trump administration steps in as Cranbury farm faces eminent domain so town can build affordable housing

CRANBURY, N.J. — The Trump administration is stepping into a local eminent domain battle in Middlesex County, where a New Jersey farmer is fighting to preserve his 175-year-old family farm from being…

Criminal Migrant Fugitive Who Escaped New Jersey ICE Facility Turned Away by Police Due to Sanctuary State Laws

NEWARK, N.J. — Only in New Jersey. A criminal alien who escaped custody during a riot at an ICE detention facility in Newark was turned away by police when he was trying…

Heat wave expected to boost New Jersey shore crowds after three rainy weekends

SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — After three consecutive weekends of rain dampened shore tourism, New Jersey beach towns are finally bracing for a major turnout as a prolonged heat wave is expected to…

Local business owner forced to apologize over employee’s actions at No Kings protest as Dems call for boycott

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The angry far-left mob is complaining once again, calling for the demise of a local business. This comes after a rally, ironically dubbed “No Kings”, yet supporters of…

Toms River Doubles Summer Concert Series Expanding the Family Friendly Nights Out for 2025

TOMS RIVER, NJ – There’s great news for music lovers in Toms River and the surrounding region. Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick today announced the township has doubled the number of free…

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