New Jersey News

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Thousands of brightly colored Easter eggs will blanket the grass at Castle Park on Saturday as Toms River’s annual Easter egg hunt returns, featuring over 20,000 …

HACKENSACK, N.J. — A Hackensack man was arrested Thursday on multiple drug charges after police seized significant quantities of heroin, crystal methamphetamine, and cocaine during a court-ordered apartment search, authorities …

Robbery suspect with knife and stolen jewelry caught after Kearny police chase KEARNY, N.J. — A robbery suspect was arrested Thursday morning after leading multiple Kearny police officers on a …

HILLSIDE, N.J. — Hillside Police are investigating a bias-related incident after a racial epithet was spray-painted in the middle of a residential street Saturday afternoon. Police did not say what …

Trenton, NJ – State Senator Jon Bramnick (R-Union), a candidate in the 2025 New Jersey gubernatorial race, has introduced a bill that could end New Jersey’s long-standing distinction as the …

Englewood Cliffs, NJ – As the New Jersey Republican primary for governor heats up, a new name is gaining traction among GOP voters: Mario Kranjac. The former mayor of Englewood …

MONTCLAIR, N.J. — New Jersey gubernatorial candidate Mikie Sherrill announced Friday that she has received the Gun Sense Candidate distinction from Moms Demand Action, a national gun control advocacy group. …

CAPE MAY, N.J. — A fire that broke out in the basement of a Cape May home Thursday afternoon is believed to have been sparked by a charging electric scooter, …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A New Jersey pizzeria has renamed one of its popular menu items after receiving a legal notice from attorneys representing international film star Sophia Loren, who …

MIDDLETOWN, N.J. — The Middletown School District is not only fighting the family of a bullied girl who committed suicide, but they are now blaming her for her own death …

CARTERET, N.J. — New Jersey State Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying the driver of a red pickup truck who may have witnessed a serious crash on …

BELLEVILLE, NJ — Officers at the Belleville Police Department received an unexpected surprise Monday morning when an anonymous prankster delivered what appeared to be a box of Dunkin’ Donuts, only …

Anglers across the Garden State are gearing up for an exciting weekend as the 2025 spring trout season officially began today, Saturday, April 5, at 8 a.m. With more than …

NUTLEY, NJ — A 74-year-old woman from Belleville was struck by a vehicle in a crosswalk just after 8:00 a.m. yesterday, according to Nutley Police Director Alphonse Petracco and Chief …

ASBURY PARK, NJ — A sewerage leak originating in Asbury Park has been reported in Deal Lake, prompting warnings from surrounding municipalities. Officials notified the New Jersey Department of Environmental …

MANCHESTER, NJ — The Manchester P.B.A. 246 Running Team placed first in the Police/Fire/EMS Division at the Jersey Shore Relay Marathon during this year’s RunAPalooza. The team also secured fifth …

CRANFORD, NJ — The Cranford Police Department will hold its third annual “Cops and Bobbers” youth fishing event on Wednesday, April 16, from 8:30 to 11:00 a.m. at Nomahegan Park, …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A new soup kitchen supported by rock icon Jon Bon Jovi has ignited a political firestorm in Ocean County, where Toms River Mayor Daniel Rodrick is …

TRENTON, NJ — The FBI issued a stark warning this week about a disturbing rise in violent online networks, including one known as “764,” which are actively targeting children and …

MARLTON, N.J. — U.S. Senator Andy Kim, a Rhodes Scholar and Oxford graduate, described himself as a “Pell Grant kid” this week—prompting questions about how he qualified for federal aid …

HARTSDALE, N.Y. — Two men from Irvington, N.J., were arrested and charged in connection with a violent daytime robbery at a jewelry store in Hartsdale, where federal prosecutors say they …

FLORENCE, N.J. — A 16-year-old boy from Virginia is facing a slate of criminal charges after allegedly slamming a stolen vehicle into a police cruiser and attempting to stab officers …

New Jersey gets a bad rap sometimes—think industrial sprawl, Turnpike traffic, and that infamous “what exit?” question. But for those of us who call the Garden State home, there’s a …

By Linda Jaworski, Pet LoverForked River, NJ — Looking to add a little excitement—and a lot of conversation—to your home? Meet Tonic, the sleek black feline with a personality as …

Nestled in the charming town of Mullica Hill, New Jersey, the Mullica Hill Amish Market is a delightful destination that brings the wholesome flavors of Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, straight to …