New Jersey Wants to Ban Bird Feeders, Here’s Why

TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey Assembly Commerce, Economic Development and Agriculture Committee has approved a bill that would impose new restrictions on bird feeders as part of broader efforts to reduce…

13-year-old girl missing from Burlington

BURLINGTON, NJ — The City of Burlington Police Department is searching for a 13-year-old girl who was reported missing early Saturday morning. True Fullwood was last seen around 7 a.m. leaving her…

Ocean County’s New Krispy Kreme an Instant Success as Cars Line Up on Saturday Night

The aroma of freshly baked doughnuts now fills the air along Route 70 in Lakewood, New Jersey, as Krispy Kreme makes a triumphant return to Ocean County after nearly two decades. Situated…

Man’s miniature service horse sparks controversy in New Jersey supermarket

WOODBRIDGE, NJ — A man shopping in a New Jersey supermarket with his registered service animal—a miniature horse—has drawn attention and controversy, with the owner threatening legal action against those making comments…

America’s Resurgence: A Bittersweet Moment for Generation X and Their Children Who Just Don’t Get it Yet

In a time where the narrative of America has often oscillated between decline and revival, recent developments suggest a nation reclaiming its foundational values of liberty, pride, and freedom. For Generation X,…

New Jersey Little Leaguer crowned national champ at MLB’s Pitch, Hit & Run finals, gets tickets to World Series

JACKSON, NJ — Is a future Aaron Judge or Derek Jeter living right here in Jackson? Only time will tell. Out of more than 46,000 participants across the country, 10-year-old Garin Fisher…

Five Great Chinese Takeout Choices in Toms River

TOMS RIVER, NJ – It’s Saturday. Who wants to cook after staying up late last night for a very disappointing night with Netflix? Give it a second chance, this time, with a…

Jiggs McAllister’s Music Saloon Has the Best Wings in the Area, Some Say

Nestled along Route 23 in Butler, New Jersey, Jiggs McAllister’s Music Saloon stands as a cherished local establishment, seamlessly blending hearty American cuisine with a vibrant musical ambiance. Affectionately known as “Jiggs’…

Are Uncle Dood’s Donuts Really the Best in the Area? Here are Some Close Competitors

TOMS RIVER – When it comes to indulging in delectable donuts around Toms River, New Jersey, the competition is as sweet as the treats themselves. While Uncle Dood’s Donuts in Toms River…

Toms River planning board rejects five-story apartment complex over non-conforming issues

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Toms River planning board has denied a proposal to build a five-story apartment complex with ground-floor retail in the downtown district, citing zoning violations, traffic concerns, and…

Forecast calls for rain starting Wednesday, but we’ve heard that line before

New Jersey’s weather is set to maintain its current dry and sunny streak for the next several days, though there is a hint of rain in the forecast by midweek. This weekend,…

Newburgh man faces additional 15-year sentence in ongoing gun and robbery cases

NEWBURGH, N.Y. – Ziquan Jenkins, 22, of Newburgh, pleaded guilty on Thursday to criminal possession of a weapon in the second degree, marking the latest development in a series of convictions that…

Now That the Election is Over, New York Governor Moves to Push Toll Tax Again

NEW YORK CITY — That didn’t take long. The “We’re for the middle class” Democrats in New York have thrown out their election season costumes and are back to being tax and…

South Jersey residents upset over Burlington County’s new homeless shelter

WESTAMPTON TWP. — Tensions flared during a Westampton Township Committee meeting this week as residents criticized Burlington County Commissioners Director Felicia Hopson and other officials over a new emergency shelter project. Many…

Quick Stop in Ocean County sells $1 million Powerball ticket

TRENTON, N.J. — Stacey Fiore of Barnegat, Ocean County, has claimed a $1 million Powerball prize from Saturday’s drawing after purchasing her winning ticket at the Quick Stop on Bay Avenue. Fiore,…

NJ Congressman Teams Up With AOC to Beg Biden to Block Trump From “Drill Baby Drill” Promise

WASHINGTON — A coalition of congressional lawmakers is calling on President Biden to use his executive authority to permanently ban offshore oil and gas drilling in unleased and at-risk areas of the…

Driver critically injured in Kearny crash; Jeep driver charged with DWI

KEARNY, N.J. — Authorities are investigating a two-vehicle crash in Kearny early Friday that left a Pennsylvania man critically injured and led to the arrest of a Jersey City woman on charges…

Partners in Crime: Two beagles ‘arrested’ by Monroe Township police, handed over to animal control

MONROE TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Two beagles are behind bars — well, figuratively speaking — after being picked up by Monroe Township police on Tuesday. The pair of dogs were found wandering near…

Watch: Newark Police Shoot Suspect Fleeing in Car

TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey Attorney General’s Office has released body-worn camera footage of a police shooting in Newark on August 12, involving Officer Alexander Ferreira and his partner, which resulted…

Asbury man charged in $400,000 fraud targeting 91-year-old Clarksburg resident

FLEMINGTON, N.J. — A 38-year-old man from Asbury has been charged with theft by deception and tax-related offenses after authorities allege he defrauded a 91-year-old Clarksburg man of $400,000 through a false…

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