Berkeley Council Introduces Parking Ordinance, Advances Budget Transfers at Meeting

Township officials also approved shared service agreements and authorized action targeting a zoning board member. Berkeley Township, NJ – The Berkeley Township Council introduced a new parking ordinance and approved several financial…

Berkeley Township Zoning Board Approves Subdivision, Deck Variances at Reorganization Meeting

Board members also appointed professionals and set the schedule for monthly meetings during the reorganization session. Berkeley Township, NJ – The Berkeley Township Zoning Board of Adjustment approved several residential variance applications…

Kitchen Fire Quickly Contained at Country Walk Home in Manchester Township

Firefighters stopped a kitchen fire before it could spread through a multi-family home Sunday afternoon. Manchester Township, NJ – Firefighters quickly contained a structure fire Sunday afternoon at a residence in the…

Rescue Crews Respond to Off-Road Crash in Remote Burlington County Sand Pit

Emergency responders used a utility vehicle to reach and evacuate an injured patient from difficult terrain before a medical helicopter transport. Woodland Township, NJ – Emergency crews responded Sunday afternoon to an…

Ramsey Train Collision Leaves Woman Dead, Causes Temporary Service Disruptions

Authorities say an adult woman died after being struck by a commuter train near the Ramsey station Sunday morning. Ramsey, NJ – A woman died Sunday morning after being struck by a…

Cape May County Students Visit Prosecutor’s Office for Criminal Justice Career Experience

Middle Township High School students explored careers in law enforcement during a visit to the Cape May County Prosecutor’s Office. Cape May Court House, NJ – Students from Middle Township High School…

New Jersey Man Jailed After Attempted Meeting With Minor in Bucks County

Authorities say a suspect who arranged an online meeting with someone he believed was a minor is now in custody after initially fleeing police. Bensalem, PA – A New Jersey man is…

Unseasonably Warm Week Ahead for New Jersey as Spring-Like Temperatures Arrive

Sunny skies and temperatures near 70 degrees will bring an early taste of spring across much of New Jersey this week. Newark, NJ – New Jersey residents can expect an unusually warm…

Woman Killed in Head-On Crash on Lakewood Road in Toms River, Police Suspect Impaired Driving

Authorities say a suspected impaired driver lost control and crossed into oncoming traffic late Saturday night. Toms River, NJ – A woman was killed Saturday night in a head-on crash on Lakewood…

Hackensack Police Officers Save 78-Year-Old Man After Cardiac Arrest Near Midtown Bridge

Quick action by responding officers using CPR and a defibrillator helped revive a man who collapsed near the Midtown Bridge approach. Hackensack, NJ – Several Hackensack police officers are being credited with…

Bayonne Police to Conduct Goal Zero Traffic Enforcement Honoring Father and Daughter Killed in 2016 Crash

The high-visibility enforcement initiative will target dangerous driving on major Bayonne roadways while honoring a father and daughter killed in a 2016 crash. Bayonne, NJ – The Bayonne Police Department will conduct…

Robbinsville Police Searching for Owner of German Shepherd Found Near Lake Drive

Authorities say the dog was discovered near the gazebo at Lake Drive and are asking the public for help locating its owner. Robbinsville, NJ – Robbinsville Township police are asking for the…

Tyler Oliveira Hints Part Two of Controversial Lakewood Documentary Coming After Being Banned and Deplatformed

The YouTuber’s video about Lakewood’s Orthodox community has sparked national criticism, platform bans, and political fallout in Ocean County. Lakewood, NJ – YouTuber Tyler Oliveira is facing mounting backlash and platform consequences…

Sen. Carmen Amato Reappointed to Budget Panel, Focuses on Cost Relief for Families

The Ocean County lawmaker says rising utility bills, property taxes, and living costs must be addressed through bipartisan action. Trenton, NJ – Former Berkeley Township Mayor and State Sen. Carmen F. Amato…

NJ Senate Republicans Urge Governor Sherrill to Make Budget Cuts Amid $4 Billion Deficit

Republican budget leaders say long-ignored reforms could reduce a projected multi-billion-dollar deficit without raising taxes. Trenton, NJ – New Jersey Senate Republicans are urging Governor Mikie Sherrill to adopt a series of…

Girl Scouts Sell Cookies Outside New Jersey Weed Shop

A New Jersey Girl Scouts troop drew national attention after selling cookies outside a Mount Laurel cannabis dispensary during a trial partnership. Mount Laurel, NJ – A Girl Scouts troop in South…

Mikie Sherrill Fills Phillipsburg Sinkhole With $1.2 Million at Holeside Press Conference

State officials announced emergency funding as crews work to stabilize a dangerous sinkhole that opened in a Phillipsburg neighborhood and swallowed a dump truck. Phillipsburg, NJ – Governor Mikie Sherrill announced a…

Deptford Bakery Hit With Online Harassment After Visit From Governor Mikie Sherrill

A family-owned South Jersey bakery says it was flooded with negative reviews after hosting Governor Mikie Sherrill during a small business visit. Deptford, NJ – A popular family-owned bakery in Deptford Township…

New Jersey Facing $3 Billion Structural Deficit, Governor Sherrill Warns Ahead of Budget

Governor Mikie Sherrill says spending cuts will be needed to prevent a growing deficit that could wipe out state reserves within two years. Trenton, NJ – New Jersey could face a structural…

Sweet shelter dog North waits for rescue hero in Jackson

Friendly shelter dog North in Jackson awaiting rescue partner for second chance JACKSON, N.J. — Animal advocates are asking for help finding a rescue placement for a young dog named North who…

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