Lacey GOP Leaders in Heart of Spadea Country Endorse Ciattarelli for Governor

LACEY TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Mayor Peggy Sue Juliano and the entire Township Committee have endorsed Jack Ciattarelli in his campaign for New Jersey governor, highlighting his leadership and plans to address issues…

Princeton University to offer spring course on global sex work, strippers, and ‘whore stigma’

PRINCETON, N.J. — Princeton University’s Gender and Sexuality Studies (GSS) program will offer a controversial new course this spring titled “Power, Profit and Pleasure: Sex Workers and Sex Work,” exploring the complexities…

Ciattarelli rejects cash donation from Christie ally and fellow never Trumper Palatucci

TRENTON, N.J. — Republican gubernatorial candidate Jack Ciattarelli is returning a $500 campaign contribution from Bill Palatucci, a Republican National Committeeman closely aligned with former Gov. Chris Christie, distancing himself from the…

New Jersey’s Drone Mystery Enters Second Month as Government Still Has Few Answers

NEWARK, N.J. — For more than a month, New Jersey has been the center of an aerial mystery, with numerous sightings of unidentified drones capturing the attention of residents, officials, and federal…

Kingda Ka to be Imploded in February as Park Clears Path for Future at Great Adventure

If you’ve ever visited Six Flags Great Adventure in New Jersey, chances are Kingda Ka was the ride you talked about long after leaving. Towering over the park at a staggering 456…

Newark police seek public’s help identifying armed robbery suspects

NEWARK, N.J. — Authorities are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying four male suspects wanted in connection with an armed robbery that took place on the evening of Friday, December 20.…

Massive sinkhole causes major delays on I-80 in New Jersey

ROXBURY TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A large sinkhole has caused significant traffic disruptions on Interstate 80 eastbound, leading to heavy congestion and extended travel times in Morris County, officials said Thursday. The affected…

Cherry Hill police warn of parental escort enforcement policy for juveniles at mall starting today

CHERRY HILL, N.J. — The Cherry Hill Police Department, in collaboration with Cherry Hill Mall management, announced a parental escort policy to be enforced Thursday evening to ensure a safe shopping environment…

Lumberton ticket hits big with $50K Powerball win

TRENTON, NJ – A Burlington County player scored a $50,000 Powerball win in the Dec. 23 drawing, just in time for Festivus celebrations. The ticket was sold at Pac a Sack on…

Jackson Police Chief Named in Gender Discrimination and Harassment Claim

JACKSON, N.J. — A female Jackson Township police officer is accusing the Jackson Police Department, under the leadership of Chief Matthew Kukz of gender discrimination and sexual harassment, seeking a settlement to…

And Just Like That, The Drones Stopped Flying Over New Jersey

SEASIDE HEIGHTS, NJ – Drone sightings in Ocean County and other part of the state are down this week. This comes after state and federal authorities, who previously dismissed the sightings as…

Trump To Appoint New U.S. Attorney For New Jersey, Could it be Chris Christie?

As Donald Trump weighs potential candidates for U.S. Attorney for New Jersey, one name often floated is Chris Christie. But would this be a smart move? Given their complex history, appointing Christie…

New Jersey Wakes Up to a White Christmas Eve

TRENTON, NJ – Break out the hot cocoa because it’s a white Christmas Eve in the Garden State! Snow will blanket parts of the region this morning, possibly mixing with some rain…

Biden Appointed U.S. Attorney in New Jersey Announces Resigation Prior to Trump Inauguration

NEWARK, N.J. — U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced his resignation on Tuesday, effective January 8, 2025, after serving three years as the top federal prosecutor for the District of New Jersey.…

Jackpocket user scores $382K Jersey Cash 5 jackpot

TRENTON, NJ – A Jackpocket user has claimed the $382,268 Jersey Cash 5 jackpot after hitting all five numbers in Sunday’s drawing. The winning numbers were 27, 36, 37, 39, and 42,…

Newark police seek help identifying person of interest in Avon Avenue shooting

NEWARK, N.J. — The Newark Department of Public Safety is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a person of interest connected to a shooting that occurred earlier this month. On December…

$2 million Powerball ticket sold at deli in Essex County

TRENTON, NJ – A Powerball ticket purchased in Nutley, Essex County, secured a $2 million prize in the Saturday, Dec. 21 drawing, marking a major win for a New Jersey player. The…

Crossword scratch-offs deliver $1 million in big wins across New Jersey

TRENTON, NJ – Players of New Jersey’s Colossal Crossword and Crossword Bonanza scratch-off games hit it big last week, claiming top prizes totaling $1 million in multiple jackpot wins. On Dec. 16,…

Police launch manhunt for stabbing suspect in Newark

NEWARK, N.J. — Police are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect involved in an aggravated assault stabbing that occurred early Friday morning, December 20, in Newark. According to Public…

Nonprofit steps up to aid displaced families in the wake of a devastating apartment fire in Asbury Park

ASBURY PARK, N.J. — The Asbury Park Police Department expressed gratitude on Monday for the efforts of “We Are Loved,” a local nonprofit organization, We Are Loved, in aiding families affected by…

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