Ocean County Optimistic About Future Economic Growth Despite Biden Economy

At a recent gathering of the NJ Alliance for Action, Ocean County Commissioner Frank Sadeghi addressed leaders from various sectors including business, labor, and government. He highlighted the promising state of economic…

Pleasant Days Ahead for New Jersey This Weekend

Today, you can expect a mostly sunny day after a slight chance of showers early in the morning. Temperatures will reach a pleasant high near 70°F, though it might feel a bit…

Multiple Crashes Slowing Morning Commute on Garden State Parkway

This morning’s commute in New Jersey is facing multiple traffic disruptions, with incidents reported across key highways and bridges. On the Garden State Parkway, a disabled vehicle on the southbound entrance ramp…

The Annnual Toms River Halloween Parade Photo by Toms River Fire Company # 1 Halloween Parade

Toms River Fire Co. No. 1 to hold pre-registration event for 85th annual Halloween parade

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Toms River Volunteer Fire Company No. 1 is gearing up for its 85th annual Halloween Parade with a pre-registration event this Saturday during the Toms River Community…

Toms River to host fall festival with hayrides, pumpkin patch, and more this weekend

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Township of Toms River is set to welcome residents and visitors to its annual Fall Festival on Saturday, October 26, from 3 to 8 p.m., according to…

New Jersey family sues funeral home after allegedly discovering wrong body in loved one’s casket

CAMDEN, N.J. — A New Jersey family is suing Boyd Funeral Home, alleging that workers placed the wrong body in their deceased relative’s clothing and presented it in the casket during a…

The Best Things to Do in Historic Smithville This Fall

Fall in Historic Smithville, NJ, feels like stepping into a picture-perfect postcard. This quaint little village is the place to be when the leaves start turning, the pumpkin spice lattes start flowing,…

Robotext Sent to All Jackson Residents Claims Council Candidate Elenor Hannum Suing Town, But Is It True?

JACKSON, NJ—Residents in Jackson have received a robocall stating that NJEA candidate for township council Elenor Hannum is suing Jackson Township and has cost the township ‘millions’ of dollars. But is it…

Deadly Multistate E. Coli Outbreak Linked to McDonald’s Quarter Pounders, Is New Jersey Safe?

A multistate outbreak of E. coli linked to McDonald’s Quarter Pounder hamburgers has resulted in 49 reported illnesses, including one death and 10 hospitalizations, federal health officials said on Tuesday. The outbreak,…

Denny’s is Closing 150 Restaurants, What Does This Mean for New Jersey and New York?

TRENTON, NJ — Denny’s announced plans on Tuesday to close 150 of its lowest-performing restaurants as the company attempts to reverse declining sales. The closures will account for roughly 10% of the…

Five Reasons Why Everyone Loves Bordentown

If you’ve never been to Bordentown, New Jersey, you’re seriously missing out. This charming little city packs more personality into its one square mile than most places do in ten. It’s got…

Massive Jersey Cash 5 jackpot split by two lucky winners in Burlington and Passaic

TRENTON, NJ — Two lucky players will split an $861,944 Jersey Cash 5 jackpot after matching all five numbers in the Monday, Oct. 21 drawing. Each winner will claim $430,972. The winning…

Why People From Neighboring Towns Don’t Like Jackson

Living next door to Jackson Township comes with a few mixed feelings from neighboring towns. Here’s why Jackson sometimes finds itself the subject of some good-natured (or not-so-good-natured) ribbing: 1. It’s So…

Why People in Neighbor Towns Hate Brick Township

Ah, Brick Township. A place where it seems like things just work a little too well. But every rose has its thorns, and there are a few very relatable reasons Brick Township…

Chop Shop Mama Tried to Move Stolen Cars from New Jersey and New York to Africa

BALTIMORE, Md. — A Maryland woman was sentenced to 42 months in federal prison on Tuesday for her role in a scheme to ship stolen luxury vehicles to West Africa. Maimouna Bagayoko,…

Suspect in Deadly Wildwood Stabbing Sentenced to Prison

CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE, N.J. — DaJohn Taylor was sentenced to 19 years in prison on Monday for the fatal stabbing of 19-year-old Kaiden Braithwaite and the assault of Braithwaite’s cousin, Mikal…

Jackson Township man pleads guilty to assault and weapon charges in two incidents

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Charles Sharkey Jr., 35, of Jackson Township, pleaded guilty to aggravated assault, driving while intoxicated, and illegal possession of a firearm in connection with two separate incidents earlier…

Newark police seek public’s help identifying suspects in robbery

NEWARK, N.J. — The Newark Department of Public Safety is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying two men wanted in connection with a robbery that took place near South 10th Street…

Watch the Tram Car! Woman Behind Historic Wildwood Voice Suing City for Royalties

Floss Stingel, the woman behind Wildwood’s famous tram warning—“Watch the tram car, please!”—is taking legal action against the Jersey Shore town, claiming she hasn’t been fairly compensated for her voice. In 1971,…

Hamilton police join local preschool for Trunk-or-Treat event

HAMILTON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Officers from the Township of Hamilton Police Department took part in a Trunk-or-Treat event on Tuesday, meeting with children from the Kreative Kids preschool. The event, held in…

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