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Pedestrian struck and airlifted after violent Whiting intersection crash

Victim flown to trauma center with life-threatening injuries MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A 43-year-old pedestrian was airlifted to a trauma center Sunday night after being struck by a car at a Whiting intersection, with investigators saying the impact threw him…

Beachgoers can expect hot temperatures Tuesday before afternoon thunderstorms develop, followed by a sunnier Wednesday and another chance of storms on Thursday.

Jersey Shore Weather: Hot Tuesday Gives Way to Storm Chances Through Thursday

Hot weather will continue along the Jersey Shore through midweek, with temperatures approaching 90 degrees and periodic chances for afternoon and evening thunderstorms through Thursday.…

Volunteers preparing for Ventnor's annual Jewish Summer Fest were verbally confronted by a lone protester before police responded and the event continued without further disruption.

Protest Disrupts Setup for Ventnor Jewish Summer Fest Before Police Restore Order

A protest briefly disrupted preparations for the 20th Annual Jewish Summer Fest in Ventnor after organizers said a lone demonstrator verbally harassed volunteers before police responded, allowing the event to proceed as…

A landmark New Jersey Supreme Court ruling arising from Seaside Park's attempt to condemn the Desert Palm Inn gives municipalities broader authority to acquire private property through eminent domain without first specifying exactly how the land will be used.

Supreme Court Says Seaside Park Can Eminent Domain Now Closed Crime-Ridden Motel

The New Jersey Supreme Court ruled that municipalities may acquire private property through eminent domain without first identifying a specific redevelopment project, resolving Seaside Park's effort to condemn the Desert Palm Inn.…

New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport is leading a multistate effort opposing proposed federal firearms regulation rollbacks that states say would weaken gun safety laws and hinder criminal investigations.

New Jersey AG Leads 23-State Fight Against ATF Gun Rights Rollbacks

New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport has joined a coalition of 23 attorneys general urging the ATF to reject proposed firearms regulation rollbacks, arguing they would undermine public safety and law enforcement investigations.…

A Whiting man was airlifted after being struck by a vehicle while crossing County Route 530 in Manchester Township Sunday night. Photo: Crestwood Village, Manchester - Google Maps

Pedestrian Airlifted After Being Struck by Car Crossing Route 530 Near Crestwood Village

A 43-year-old Whiting resident suffered life-threatening injuries after being struck by a vehicle at the intersection of County Route 530 and Swift Circle in Manchester Township, police said.…

Migrant Held on ICE Detainer in Toms River After Assault Charge

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A man arrested in Ocean County is being held without bail on charges of harassment and attempted assault, according to jail records released Thursday. He also has an…

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Toms River Sues New Jersey After State Demands Affordable Housing Built on Cemeteries and School Fields

TOMS RIVER, NJ – On Wednesday, Toms River Township Mayor Dan Rodrick and the township council announced they will continue to fight New Jersey’s affordable housing mandates by filing a lawsuit against…

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Hop to it! Jackson Township Easter egg hunt returns with free family fun

JACKSON, N.J. — Jackson Township is gearing up for a festive family event as it hosts its annual Easter Egg Hunt on April 12 at the Jackson Justice Complex. The event, which…

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Your New Jersey Energy Bill Could Increase Far More than 20% Under New Income Based Equity Rate Plan

Trenton, NJ – New Jersey residents may soon see their energy bills calculated in a whole new way, as the state’s Board of Public Utilities (BPU) has approved a groundbreaking “equity” plan…

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Smoking sparks fire at Toms River assisted living facility; resident evacuated safely

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A fire sparked by improperly discarded smoking materials forced an emergency response at a Toms River assisted living facility on Tuesday afternoon, officials said. At approximately 3:30 p.m.,…

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Jackson GOP invites residents to speak directly with county leaders Wednesday night

-Press Release- The Jackson GOP Club invites all residents and community leaders to join us for our monthly meeting tonight, Wednesday, March 26, at VFW Post 4703, located at 54 Magnolia Drive.…

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Jackson Mayor Suspends Code Enforcement Officer After Online Threat Against Councilwoman

Jackson, NJ – Jackson Township Mayor Michael Reina has suspended Code Enforcement Officer William “Bill” Campbell after he posted a threatening message directed at Jackson Council President Jennifer Kuhn on social media.…

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Lawsuit Alleges New Jersey Cop, Fire Chief Sexually Assaulted Multiple Male Firefighters

TOMS RIVER, NJ – A bombshell lawsuit filed on March 17 in Ocean County Superior Court has rocked the Silverton Volunteer Fire Company No. 1, alleging that a former police officer and…

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New Jersey is One of the Safest States in America When it Comes to Weather

TRENTON, N.J. — As Governor Phil Murphy and U.S. Senator Andy Kim continue chest-thumping over the threat of climate change and its possible impact in New Jersey, science and history is proving…

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It’s the End of March: Time to Get Your New Jersey Garden Ready!

As March draws to a close, New Jersey gardeners are itching to dig into the soil and kick off the growing season. With the current date being March 25, 2025, the Garden…

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Stolen car recovered in minutes: Manchester cops nab woman with help from OnStar

MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ — A stolen vehicle was swiftly recovered and a suspect arrested Friday after a car was taken from outside a convenience store while the owner was inside, Manchester Township…

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New Jersey’s New Prosecutor Issues Dire Warning for Governor Phil Murphy, Senator Booker

BEDMINSTER, N.J. — Former President Donald Trump on Monday appointed Alina Habba, his longtime legal representative and current Counselor to the President, as interim U.S. Attorney for the District of New Jersey,…

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New Jersey Bird Feeder Ban Looms in Trenton as Spring Hatches

Trenton, NJ – As spring blossoms across New Jersey, bringing the cheerful chirps of returning migratory birds, a contentious proposal in Trenton threatens to silence a backyard tradition: bird feeding. Lawmakers are…

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Governor Phil Murphy Slashes Millions in Funding for State Sponsored Media Outlets

Trenton, NJ – In a move that has sparked debate across the Garden State, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy has proposed a budget for the 2026 fiscal year that eliminates funding for…