Photos: Jackson’s Shotgun Wildfire 90% Contained

JACKSON TWP., N.J. — Firefighters achieved 90% containment of the Shotgun Wildfire, a 350-acre blaze in the Colliers Mills Wildlife Management Area, by Friday evening. The New Jersey Forest Fire Service reported…

Juvenile in Serious Condition After Dirt Bike Crash

Juvenile in Serious Condition After Dirt Bike Crash **Holland Township, NJ** - A 15-year-old remains in serious condition at Leigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest in Allentown, Pennsylvania, following a dirt bike crash on…

Traffic Alert: Route 34 closed in Wall Township due to downed power lines, brush fire

WALL TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Both directions of Route 34 have been shut down near Belmar Boulevard and Wyckoff Road in Wall Township after power lines fell, sparking a small brush fire in…

New Jersey firefighters battle nine major wildfires across the state

TRENTON, N.J. — Firefighters across New Jersey are battling nine major wildfires that are causing heavy smoke and low visibility across multiple counties. The fires, burning in areas from Cumberland to Essex…

Lakewood Fire Department deploys rehab unit to support firefighters battling Jackson wildfire

LAKEWOOD, N.J. — The Lakewood Fire Department has dispatched its Rehab and Care (RAC) Unit to aid in the ongoing response to a large forest fire in Jackson, N.J., providing critical support…

Here Are Some Great Farm to Table Restaurants at the Jersey Shore

The Jersey Shore, renowned for its picturesque coastline and vibrant communities, is also home to a burgeoning farm-to-table dining scene. This culinary movement emphasizes the use of locally sourced, seasonal ingredients, offering…

New Jersey Vietnam veteran marks 10 years since heart transplant, advocates for organ donation

GREEN BROOK, N.J. — This Veterans Day, Joseph Doll, a Vietnam War veteran from Green Brook, is reflecting on two remarkable milestones in his life: his service to the country and the…

Montclair is a Hidden Foodie’s Paradise in North Jersey

Nestled in the heart of Essex County, Montclair, New Jersey, is a charming town with an incredible array of dining options that make it a must-visit for food enthusiasts. Montclair’s restaurant scene…

Ink & Art Explosion: The Atlantic City Tattoo Expo Returns

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ – Tattoo enthusiasts from across the East Coast are in for a treat as the Atlantic City Tattoo Expo returns to the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino this weekend.…

Savory Escapes: Four Must-Try Restaurants in Asbury Park This Weekend

Asbury Park, the vibrant beachside city on New Jersey’s coastline, is known not only for its lively boardwalk and cultural charm but also for its diverse and exciting culinary landscape. Whether you’re…

Krispy Kreme Opening New Location in Ocean County

LAKEWOOD, N.J. — After nearly two decades, Krispy Kreme is set to make a comeback in Ocean County with a new store opening next week on Route 70 in Lakewood. The 4,000-square-foot…

Eight Charged in Interstate Car Theft Ring Opearting from Virginia to New York

NEWARK, N.J. — Eight men have been charged for allegedly orchestrating an interstate luxury car theft ring that targeted high-end vehicles across New Jersey, New York, and other states, U.S. Attorney Philip…

Toms River native brings music to Franklin Park Zoo in unique performance for animals

DORCHESTER, Mass. — Angie Amato, a Toms River native and student at Berklee College of Music, recently took part in an unconventional performance aimed at an unusual audience: the animals at New…

New Jerseyans Most Sleep Deprived on Election Night, Poll Shows

As election night stretched into the early hours, millions of Americans sacrificed their sleep to follow the nail-biting vote count, with a new survey revealing the extent of sleep deprivation across the…

Lakewood completes infrastructure upgrades with minimal traffic disruption

LAKEWOOD, N.J. — Residents and visitors in Lakewood have likely noticed smoother roads, new sidewalks, and improved traffic signals as a series of infrastructure projects were recently completed across the township. The…

Bethany Run Wildfire in Burlington and Camden Counties 50% Contained, Evacuations Lifted

EVESHAM, N.J. — Firefighters have gained ground on a wildfire straddling the Burlington and Camden County line, reaching 50% containment of the blaze that has burned 300 acres in Evesham and Voorhees…

Wildfire Burns 19 Acres Along Palisades Interstate Parkway in Englewood Cliffs

ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J. — A wildfire broke out Tuesday near the Palisades Interstate Parkway in Englewood Cliffs, Bergen County, burning 19 acres and prompting a swift response from the New Jersey Forest…

Wildfire Blankets Jackson in Low-Lying Smoke and Haze on Friday Morning

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Firefighters have achieved significant progress in battling a wildfire that has burned 350 acres within the Colliers Mills Wildlife Management Area, officials reported on Wednesday. The blaze, which…

Phil Murphy Says State Will “Fight to the Death” Against Trump Deportations in New Jersey

TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy vowed this week to oppose any potential mass deportations if former President Donald Trump returns to office, suggesting that the state would employ a…

New Jersey Governor Suggests Racism, Sexism in Play in Trump’s Historic Defeat of Harris

New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy Suggests Racism, Sexism May Have Influenced Kamala Harris’s Political Struggles TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy hinted this week that Vice President Kamala Harris may…

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