Toms River Mayor Slams Patch Reporter for Liberal Bias

TOMS RIVER, NJ – In a recent press release, Mayor Rodrick took aim at Patch reporter Karen Wall, condemning what he described as her persistent liberal bias and irresponsible reporting regarding the…

New Jersey’s bag ban is actually increasing plastic use, waste, and emissions according to study

TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey’s ambitious plastic bag ban, implemented in May 2022, has led to a surprising outcome: a dramatic increase in plastic consumption and greenhouse gas emissions, according to a…

Are New Jersey’s 750,000 Undocumented Immigrants to Blame for Current Affordable Housing Crisis

TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey is facing an affordable housing crisis, and the state is now forcing towns to build more high-density apartment units after a heartbreaking court decision by a New…

New Jersey traffic update: Morning crashes and construction slow commutes

TRENTON, N.J. — Morning commuters in New Jersey are facing several delays as crashes, emergency construction, and lane closures create significant disruptions across key highways. As of 8:18 a.m., a crash on…

New Jersey Drivers Facing Higher Tolls and a Gas Tax Increase in 2025

TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey drivers are starting 2025 with increased costs as gas taxes and highway tolls rise, adding to the expense of daily commutes across the state. The New Jersey…

Has Phil Murphy Banned the Sale of Diesel Powered RVs and Motorhomes as Fossil Fuel Bans Begin

TRENTON, NJ — The 2035 gasoline car sales ban in New Jersey started on New Year’s Day. You might think New Jersey still has ten years to fight against Governor Phil Murphy’s…

Two New Jersey players ring in New Year with $150K and $50K Powerball wins

TRENTON, N.J. — While no one hit the Powerball jackpot on New Year’s Day, two New Jersey players still celebrated significant wins, claiming $150,000 and $50,000 in the Jan. 1 drawing. A…

New Jersey lottery player kicks off 2024 with $1 million Mega Millions win

TRENTON, N.J. — A Mercer County resident became the first big winner of the year in New Jersey after claiming a $1 million prize in the Mega Millions drawing held on New…

No Happy Ending for New Jersey Massage Parlor Busted for Giving Customers Off-Menu Services

TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey Board of Massage and Bodywork Therapy has permanently revoked the license of Essex County massage therapist Peter Petrovic, also known as Jagadisha Peter Petrovic, following allegations…

Driver cited in pedestrian death of High Bridge crossing guard

HIGH BRIDGE, N.J. — A Glen Gardner man has been issued motor vehicle summonses following a crash that killed 79-year-old Robert Bork, a crossing guard, at the intersection of CR 513 and…

Stray dog survives two car accidents in New Jersey, recovering at local animal orphanage

VOORHEES, N.J. — A dog struck by two separate vehicles in Merchantville is recovering at the Voorhees Animal Orphanage (VAO), thanks to quick action by rescuers and emergency veterinarians. The dog, whose…

Edison 7-Eleven sells $87K winning Fast Play ticket to lucky customer

TRENTON, N.J. — A New Jersey lottery player struck it big on Thursday, winning $87,044 in the $5 Merry Money Match Fast Play Progressive game, officials announced. The winning ticket, which represents…

ShopRite shopper wins big with nearly a half million in Jersey Cash 5 jackpot

TRENTON, NJ — A New Jersey Cash 5 ticket worth $494,401 was sold at a ShopRite in Burlington County, lottery officials announced. The winning numbers for Friday’s drawing were 08, 13, 31,…

Mercer County player scores $1 million Mega Millions prize

TRENTON, N.J. — A lucky lottery player from Mercer County started the new year with a $1 million prize after matching five white balls in the Mega Millions drawing on New Year’s…

Ice Cream on 9 in Howell expected to re-open this spring, we hope

HOWELL, N.J. — Ice Cream on 9, a well-loved ice cream shop on Route 9, is set to reopen this spring after a prolonged hiatus, according to a sign posted at the…

Nearly Half-Million Lottery Ticket Sold in South Jersey

TRENTON — A Jersey Cash 5 ticket sold in Burlington County has won a $494,401 jackpot in the drawing held on Friday, Dec. 27, state lottery officials announced Monday. The winning ticket,…

Drones Reported to be Flying Over Power Lines In Ocean County, Here’s Why

OCEAN COUNTY, N.J. — Residents in Ocean County may notice drones hovering over power lines between West Creek and Marybell Road on Thursday as Atlantic City Electric begins scheduled inspections of its…

Pedestrian killed in New Year’s Eve crash in Atlantic City

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — A pedestrian was struck and killed late on New Year’s Eve in a crash involving two vehicles, the Atlantic City Police Department reported. The incident occurred at 10:47…

U-Haul Report Confirms More People Are Leaving New Jersey Than Coming

PHOENIX, Ariz. — A new report by U-Haul doesn’t say whether high taxes, high energy costs, illegal immigration sanctuary, strict nanny-state laws, or the decline of the education system are to blame,…

Absecon police seek suspects in motel robbery

ABSECON, N.J. — Police are searching for two suspects who allegedly assaulted and robbed a man Sunday night along the Route 30 motel corridor in Absecon. The incident occurred just before 9:00…

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