Lovebird Cafe and Market Opens in Brick Township with Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony

BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Mayor Lisa Crate and Councilwoman Heather deJong attended the grand opening of Lovebird Cafe and Market, a new addition to the community, located at 515 Drum Point Road.…

Listeria Outbreak Linked to Deli Meats: 9 Dead, 57 Hospitalized

TRENTON, NJ . — A Listeria outbreak connected to deli meats has resulted in nine deaths and 57 hospitalizations across 18 states, health officials reported. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and…

Downtown Red Bank Building Revisioned as Co-Working Office Space

Red Bank, NJ — Denholtz Properties, a prominent commercial real estate development and investment firm, has entered into an operating agreement with Regus to manage a 9,729-square-foot coworking space at 140 Broad…

Man Found Dead After Car Plunges Into Delaware Raritan Canal

FRANKLIN, N.J. — A 31-year-old Skillman man was found dead on Saturday after his car crashed and became submerged in the Delaware Raritan Canal, authorities said. The incident came to light around…

Check Out These New Retro Collectible Cups Now Available At McDonald’s

NEWARK, NJ – McDonald’s is launching a new Collector’s Meal, offering fans a chance to relive memories through six limited-edition collectible cups. The meal, available for a limited time, is designed to…

Lightning Strike Sparks Fire at Turtle Back Zoo’s Sea Turtle Recovery Building

WEST ORANGE, N.J. — A lightning strike ignited a fire at the Sea Turtle Recovery Building within the Turtle Back Zoo late Wednesday night, according to officials. The blaze, which began around…

Pemberton Borough Police Seek Public’s Help in Vandalism Investigation

PEMBERTON BOROUGH, N.J. — Authorities in Pemberton Borough are seeking assistance from the public in identifying suspects responsible for a series of vandalism incidents involving green graffiti. The latest incident occurred between…

Two Injured in Motorboat Explosion at New Jersey Marina

OLD BRIDGE, N.J. — A motorboat explosion at Raritan Marina on Wednesday afternoon left two men injured, one of whom was thrown into the water, according to authorities. The incident occurred shortly…

ATV Rider Arrested After Gas Leak Prompts Neighborhood Evacuation in Atlantic City

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — A neighborhood in Atlantic City was evacuated on the evening of August 26, 2024, after an ATV rider struck a gas meter, causing a hazardous gas leak. The…

Surf Fishing Competitions Draw Anglers to the Wildwoods This September

WILDWOOD, N.J. — As summer draws to a close, fishing enthusiasts are flocking to the Wildwoods for a series of surf fishing competitions this September. The five-mile beach, known for its picturesque…

Gloucester Township Officer Gets Tangled Up Solving Playground Problem

GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A Gloucester Township police officer brought smiles to children at Wye Oak Park on Thursday after resolving an unusual predicament involving the park’s swing set. Officer Pat Martina…

Traffic Delays, Closures, and Crashes Highlight New Jersey’s Thursday Morning Commute

As of 8:20 a.m., there is a crash on I-80 eastbound just west of Exit 42 for US 202/Littleton Road in Parsippany-Troy Hills Township, resulting in the closure of one right lane.…

New Jersey Democrat Pleads Guilty to Filing False Petitions in 2021 Governor’s Race

TRENTON, N.J. — A campaign manager from Hunterdon County has pleaded guilty to charges related to a fraudulent attempt to place a candidate on the ballot in the 2021 Democratic primary for…

Second Surfer’s Arrest Over Beach Badge Sparks Petition to End Fees at Jersey Shore

A recent arrest in Belmar, New Jersey, has ignited a public debate over the state’s beach badge system, leading to a petition calling for the elimination of beach access fees. The incident,…

Spotswood Man Arrested on Charges of Sexual Assault and Child Endangerment

SPOTSWOOD, N.J. — A Spotswood man has been charged with multiple serious offenses, including aggravated sexual assault and endangering the welfare of a child, following an investigation by local and county authorities.…

Fatal Crash in Perth Amboy Claims Life of 25-Year-Old Motorcyclist

PERTH AMBOY, N.J. — Authorities are investigating a fatal crash that occurred on Friday evening in Perth Amboy, resulting in the death of a 25-year-old motorcyclist. Middlesex County Prosecutor Yolanda Ciccone and…

Report Shows New Jersey Now Has Highest Property Taxes in America

TRENTON, NJ – If you’ve ever wondered why your property taxes feel like they’re sky-high, you’re not alone. In 2024, some states are pushing property taxes to new heights, and it’s hitting…

Unrealized Capital Gains Tax on Homes Could Decimate the New Jersey Housing Market

TRENTON, NJ (OP-ED) – A recent debate on CNBC over the proposed unrealized capital gains tax took on an even sharper edge when considering its potential impact on states like New Jersey,…

New Jersey Congresswoman Criticizes Wreath Laying Ceremony for Fallen Servicemembers

TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill has put her foot in her mouth with her sharp criticism of former President Donald Trump after he laid a wreath at Arlington National…

Evesham Police Nab Suspect in Domestic Dispute Shooting

Evesham Township, NJ – What started as a routine domestic violence call quickly escalated into a high-stakes manhunt on August 27, 2024, at the Olympus Apartments on Baker Boulevard. Around 1:30 PM,…

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