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Fatal Lacey Parkway wreck leaves woman dead and infant injured

Infant survives after both are ejected during Ocean County collision LACEY, N.J. — A violent series of crashes on the Garden State Parkway claimed the life of a 20-year-old New York woman Friday after the vehicle she was riding in…

According to emergency dispatch reports, the crash occurred at approximately 9:45 a.m. in the area of 31 Amy Court in the Herbertsville section of Brick.

Vehicle Crashes Into Sutton Village Home in Brick Township, Damages Electrical Equipment

BRICK, N.J. – Emergency responders were called to Sutton Village in Brick Township Saturday morning after a vehicle reportedly crashed into a home, damaging an electrical box and prompting a hazardous conditions response. According to emergency dispatch reports, the crash…

Donald Trump looks over a windfarm-free beach in Wildwood as NJ Governor Phil Murphy pouts. Political Satire/Artistic Rendering

Trump Delivers on Promise to Save Jersey Shore from Offshore Wind Farms with Lease Buybacks

TRENTON, N.J. – The Trump administration has effectively cleared much of the offshore wind development pipeline off the New Jersey coast after negotiating a series of voluntary buyback agreements that compensate developers…

Elvis Tribute Scheduled for Next Shelter Cove Beach Party in Toms River Summer Concert Series

TOMS RIVER, N.J. – Veterans, residents, and visitors are invited to celebrate an evening of music and patriotism as Toms River Township prepares to host a free tribute concert at Shelter Cove…

DHS: Canadian Woman in Viral Point Pleasant Beach Assault Case Ordered Deported After Visa Overstay

POINT PLEASANT BEACH, N.J. – The Canadian woman at the center of a viral Fourth of July weekend altercation on the Point Pleasant Beach boardwalk has been ordered deported after a federal immigration judge found she was unlawfully present in the United States following…

BMG’s New Jackson Campus Vandalized Day After Sale Finalized: Police Chief Condemns Hateful Messages

Jackson, NJ – The Jackson Township Police Department announced Friday that detectives are actively investigating two separate incidents being treated as bias crimes, including repeated vandalism at a Jewish faith-based organization and a burglary that left a private school covered in antisemitic and anti-African…

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Brick Township swears in 8 new police officers Tuesday to expand public safety ranks

Brick Township, NJ – Eight newly hired officers joined the Brick Township Police Department on Tuesday after officials administered the oath of office during a Township Council meeting, expanding the force as…

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MetLife Stadium exterior with a large billboard reading, "World Cup Games Moved to Florida with the rest of the people."

FIFA Could Legally Drop New Jersey As World Cup Host as Governor Wages Last Minute Contract War

FIFA faces growing pressure over New Jersey World Cup deal after Sherrill challenges transport costs and FIFA ‘surprised’ by governor’s war of words in the public. East Rutherford, New Jersey — A…

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Three male musicians perform on a lit concert stage: a singer at the center singing into a microphone, a bassist on the left, and a guitarist on the right playing a sunburst bass guitar and an electric guitar respectively.

Coldplay Enters 2026 World Cup Final Halftime Show at MetLife Stadium After Costs, Branding Frustrations

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — High ticket prices, steep train fares, FIFA-linked costs and even the awkward “New York New Jersey Stadium” branding were already part of the conversation—now the 2026 World Cup…

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Jury Rules Against Live Nation in Antitrust Case, New Jersey Attorney General Calls Verdict ‘Landmark’

Trenton, NJ — A jury verdict against Live Nation in a major antitrust case is being called a landmark win by New Jersey’s Attorney General, who says the ruling confirms the company…

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Ocean County Sex Offender Arrested Again for Failing to Register, Records Show

Ocean County, NJ — A registered sex offender is back in custody in Ocean County after authorities charged him with failing to comply with mandatory registration requirements, according to jail records. John…

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Brick Township approves multiple community events, including car show and charity walk

Council signs off on series of permits for events at Windward Beach and along Route 35 Brick Township, NJ — A series of community events scheduled throughout spring and summer 2026 received…

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Jackson mayoral candidate criticizes $300K salary, vehicle perk for new business administrator

Elliott Shemtov targets pay package and dual role under Mayor Jennifer Kuhn’s administration Jackson, N.J. — A $300,000 salary and taxpayer-funded vehicle for Jackson’s new business administrator drew sharp criticism Tuesday from…

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Brick Township backs ‘Polluters Pay’ bill targeting fossil fuel industry for ‘climate costs’

Resolution supports $50 billion state fund aimed at shifting cleanup costs from taxpayers to energy firms Brick Township, NJ — Brick Township officials have formally backed a proposed New Jersey law that…

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Jackson Mayor Slammed Over 32% Spending Increase, Missing Budget and Revolving Door of Financial Officers, Business Administrators

Jackson Council approves $15.8M emergency funding amid criticism over budget delays, spending surge. Measure keeps township operations running as officials face scrutiny over rising costs and stalled 2026 budget Jackson, N.J. —…

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Family of missing Jackson man criticizes mayor over empty $1,000 pledge, mayor fights back to defend herself

Relatives of 22-year-old Mortimer Wortman say the promised reward donation was not fulfilled Jackson, N.J. — The family of a 22-year-old Jackson man missing for more than four months publicly accused Mayor…

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Jackson Council rejects mayor’s dog ownership cap as faulty knee-jerk to address illegal petting zoo

Measure that would classify homes with more than five dogs as kennels fails in 4-1 vote Tuesday night Jackson, N.J. — A proposal to classify homes with more than five dogs as…

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Brick Township awards $208K contract for police software support

Council approves one-year agreement with Tyler Technologies for maintenance of public safety system Brick Township, NJ — Brick Township officials have approved a $208,103 contract to maintain and support the police department’s…

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NJ Transit plan for World Cup could sideline daily commuters during rush hour

New Jersey’s preparation for the 2026 World Cup is exposing a familiar tension: major global events versus the needs of everyday residents. According to reports, NJ Transit expects to move roughly 40,000…

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Jackson must refocus on safety and realistic policy solutions when it comes to its large inventory of illegal immigrant flop houses

Illegal immigrant flop houses are all over Jackson. Every neighborhood has one and nothing is being done about it. Jackson Township is facing real concerns about housing conditions, neighborhood safety, and enforcement…

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