Gloucester Township house fire displaces family, dog rescued

GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, N.J. – A house fire on Tuesday afternoon in the Clementon section of Gloucester Township displaced a family but caused no injuries, authorities said. Gloucester Township Police responded to 1718…

Mega Millions jackpot climbs to $760 million for Tuesday’s drawing

CLEVELAND, Ohio — Holiday excitement is reaching new heights as the Mega Millions jackpot for Tuesday, December 17, has surged to $760 million, with a cash option of $352.1 million. This massive…

Friday the 13th delivers life-changing lottery win to NJ player

TRENTON, N.J. — A Camden County lottery player defied superstition on Friday the 13th, claiming a $678,674 Jersey Cash 5 jackpot in a stroke of extraordinary luck. The winning ticket matched all…

Howell police officer wins light heavyweight title in debut boxing match

HOWELL TOWNSHIP, NJ — Howell Township Police Officer Anthony Enzerillo brought home the light heavyweight belt after winning his first-ever boxing match at the Jingle Brawl event in Kenilworth, New Jersey. The…

Mysterious Drones Spark Concerns in New York and New Jersey Ahead of Rare Holiday Overlap

NEW YORK, NY – In the weeks leading up to Christmas and Hanukkah, unexplained drone sightings have unsettled residents across New York City and New Jersey. With their origins and purpose unknown,…

Multi-vehicle crash in Barnegat sends several to hospitals

BARNEGAT, N.J. – A multi-vehicle accident on Barnegat Boulevard North Tuesday morning resulted in multiple injuries and hospitalizations, authorities said. The crash occurred at approximately 7:11 a.m. between Melissa Drive and Rosehill…

Cherokee High School briefly placed on ‘shelter in place’ amid police search

EVESHAM TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Cherokee High School was temporarily placed under a “shelter in place” status on Monday while police responded to an incident in a nearby neighborhood, authorities said. The Evesham…

FBI investigates drone sightings in New Jersey says no threat, Classified Briefing Scheduled in D.C. Today

NEWARK, N.J. – The FBI and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) are continuing to investigate reports of drone sightings across New Jersey but have found no evidence of a national security or…

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Large Police Presence on Herbertsville Road in Brick, Here’s Why

BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. – The Brick Township Police Department is conducting a training exercise today, December 17, that will result in a significant presence of police vehicles and personnel in the area…

Wall Township Police Blotter: Here’s What’s Happening

WALL TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Wall Township police reported several arrests over the span of five days, including multiple incidents of driving while intoxicated (DWI) and apprehensions on outstanding warrants. On Wednesday, Patrolman…

Department of Defense Dismisses Ocean County Sheriff’s Claim of Drones Trailing U.S. Coast Guard Vessel

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Department of Defense Secretary Josh Kirbyb is pushing back against recent claims of unusual drone activity off the New Jersey coast, saying that sightings are largely misidentified air…

U.S. Government Knows What’s Going on with Drones in New Jersey, President-Elect Says

Trump hints at secrecy over drones near New Jersey nuclear plants, raises public concern BEDMINSTER, N.J. — Former President Donald Trump suggested this week that federal authorities and the U.S. military may…

Governor Murphy Tells New Jersey to ‘Calm Down” Over Drone Sightings

TRENTON, N.J. — Gov. Phil Murphy on Tuesday urged residents to remain calm amid reports of drone sightings across New Jersey, emphasizing there is no clear evidence of suspicious activity. “First of…

Morning Fog and Mist to Clear for Unseasonbly Warm Near 60 Degree Day in New Jersey

Good morning! Here’s the weather forecast for Lakewood, New Jersey, for today, December 17, and the coming days. This morning, expect patchy fog before 9 AM, with cloudy skies transitioning to gradual…

New Jersey Roads Messy, Backed Up for Tuesday Morning Commute

New Jersey Tuesday Morning Traffic Report: Commute Chaos Edition Good morning, New Jersey! If you’re on the roads today, let’s just say you’re going to need a little extra patience—and maybe an…

Fuggedaboutit! Steve Van Zandt Wants New Jersey’s Drones to Swim with the Fishes in Nationwide Ban

ASBURY PARK, NJ — Want to fix New Jersey’s drone crisis? Fuggedaboutit. New Jersey Sopranos star Steve Van Zandt has a solution. Ban them all. Badda bing! Badda boom! Done. Drone enthusiasts…

Skate With Santa At Winding River in Toms River

TOMS RIVER, NJ — Families can lace up their skates for a festive “Skating with Santa” event at Winding River Ice Rink in Toms River on Saturday, December 21. The event will…

Trump Says U.S. Government Knows Exactly What’s Going on With the New Jersey Drone Sightings

BEDMINSTER, N.J. — Former President Donald Trump hinted at possible government secrecy surrounding recent reports of drones flying over critical infrastructure in New Jersey, saying the U.S. military and federal authorities know…

Murphy Grants Clemency to Dozens of Drug Dealers, Arsonists, and Convicted Criminals

TRENTON, N.J. — Governor Phil Murphy announced Monday that he has granted clemency to 36 individuals, issuing 33 pardons and three commutations in what marks his first use of the gubernatorial pardon…

Belleville police serve up safety and holiday cheer at annual tree lighting

BELLEVILLE, N.J. — Officers from the Belleville Police Department joined the community in celebrating the holiday season during the Township Holiday Festival and Tree Lighting Ceremony on Saturday at Belleville High School.…

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