Winter storm warning issued for North Jersey New York City area with up to 8 inches of snow expected

NEW YORK, N.Y. – The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning for the New York City metro region, forecasting heavy snowfall beginning late Friday afternoon and continuing into Saturday,…

December 26, 2025

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Lion King Star Stabbed to Death by Boyfriend in New Jersey

Police Blotter

EDISON, N.J. – A woman who once appeared on Broadway as young Nala in “The Lion King” was fatally stabbed inside her Edison home Sunday morning, and authorities say her boyfriend has…

December 26, 2025

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Booker defends Paterson’s “Little Palestine” declaration after DNI warning on Islamic terrorism

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PATERSON, N.J. – U.S. Senator Cory Booker is defending the city of Paterson after federal intelligence officials issued a stark warning about global Islamist terrorism, prompting online criticism of the New Jersey…

December 25, 2025

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He Campaigned Against Pay Raises for Elected Officials, But Happily Cashed His First Check After Taking Office

Community News

JACKSON, N.J. – It’s Christmas time in the Pollak house, but this year, there’s a little something extra underneath that tree. Jackson Councilman Christopher Pollak, who campaigned on rooting out political corruption…

December 25, 2025

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Rental Housing Roundtable Announced in Jackson as New Bureau Set to Launch in January

Community News

Jackson Township Council President Mordechai Burnstein and Council Vice President Giuseppe Palmeri announced they will host a community roundtable on rental properties and related issues facing the township. This meeting is another…

December 25, 2025

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Jackson Township Council Highlights Howling Woods Farm as December Small Business of the Month

Pets and Animals

The Jackson Township Mayor and Council are proud to recognize Howling Woods Farm as the December Small Business Highlight, honoring the organization’s outstanding contributions to education, conservation, and the local community. The…

December 25, 2025

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Jackson announces new weekly recycling scheduled for 2026

Community News

Jackson Township Mayor Jennifer Kuhn and the township council have released the town’s new recycling map and schedule. The new weekly schedule will begin on Monday, January 5th. Previously released: Jackson residents…

December 25, 2025

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Jackson Township employees celebrate the holidays with festive brunch hosted by Mayor Kuhn

Community News

JACKSON, N.J. – Jackson Township employees gathered for a festive holiday appreciation brunch hosted by Mayor Jennifer Kuhn, celebrating the end of the year and the start of the Christmas holiday with…

December 25, 2025

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New Jersey Trooper Dismantled Crime Family’s New Jersey Operation

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TRENTON, N.J. – The New Jersey State Police has named Detective Sergeant Michael Gallant of the Official Corruption North Unit as the 2025 Trooper of the Year for leading a multi-year investigation…

December 24, 2025

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Christmas Eve power outage hits Berkeley, Lacey, and Lanoka Harbor as crews investigate downed lines

Community News

BERKELEY TOWNSHIP, N.J. – More than 1,600 customers were without power Wednesday morning across parts of Berkeley, Lacey, and Lanoka Harbor as Jersey Central Power & Light crews worked to determine the…

December 24, 2025

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Will New Jersey wake up to a white Christmas or just a chill in the air?

Weather Report

TOMS RIVER, N.J. – New Jersey residents hoping for a white Christmas may have to settle for a cold, gray holiday instead, as forecasters say the odds of snow on the ground…

December 24, 2025

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Chairman Gilmore faces growing revolt inside Ocean County GOP as rivals eye 2026 power shift

Police Blotter

TOMS RIVER, N.J. – Ocean County Republican Chairman George Gilmore, long a towering figure in New Jersey GOP politics, is facing unprecedented dissent from within his own ranks as party leaders quietly…

December 24, 2025

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Toms River Seeks to Cut Ties With Politically Connected Joint Insurance Fund Under State Investigation, Find Cheaper Coverage in 2026

New Jersey News

TOMS RIVER, N.J. – Township officials will hold a special meeting on December 30 to ensure employees remain insured after the town’s current coverage with the Ocean County Joint Insurance Fund expires…

December 24, 2025

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Head of the Recall Mayor Rodrick petition, Phillip Brilliant receives free taxpayer funded healthcare benefits for attending a one hour MUA meeting each month. That comes to about $1,450 per hour. All photos by Phil Brilliant / Facebook.

Toms River MUA votes to keep free healthcare for one-hour-a-month commissioners

Community News

TOMS RIVER, N.J. – Commissioners of the Toms River Municipal Utilities Authority voted last week to continue receiving full taxpayer-funded healthcare benefits, despite working an average of just one hour per month.…

December 24, 2025

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The Cost of Being Murdered in Ocean County: Commissioners approve over $2 million in new medical examiner contracts

Community News

TOMS RIVER, N.J. – Ocean County officials have approved a series of professional service contracts totaling more than $1 million to support the operations of the County Medical Examiner’s Office through next…

December 24, 2025

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Brick lawyer hired to defend man among seven charged in a multi-state prostitution and racketeering case

Police Blotter

TRENTON, N.J. – A Brick Township man is among seven individuals charged in what state authorities describe as a large-scale prostitution and racketeering network operating illicit massage parlors across New Jersey and…

December 23, 2025

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Tinton Falls Police looking for owner of small black dog found near Newman Springs Road

Pets and Animals

TINTON FALLS, N.J. – Police are trying to locate the owner of a small black dog found wandering near the intersection of Newman Springs Road and Hance Avenue on Tuesday afternoon. According…

December 23, 2025

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Elderly woman killed in Bayonne apartment fire under investigation by arson task force

New Jersey News

BAYONNE, N.J. – Authorities are investigating a fatal fire that claimed the life of an 82-year-old woman Tuesday morning in Bayonne, according to the Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office. Acting Prosecutor Wayne Mello…

December 23, 2025

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New Jersey seat belt use hits record 95% after statewide ‘Click It or Ticket’ campaign

Community News

TRENTON, N.J. – Nearly 95% of New Jersey drivers and front-seat passengers are now buckling up, marking one of the state’s highest seat belt usage rates on record following this year’s “Click…

December 23, 2025

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Emergency water work shuts down major Parsippany intersection through tonight

Traffic Alerts

PARSIPPANY, N.J. – Crews are conducting emergency water department repairs at the busy intersection of North Beverwyck Road and Knoll Road, forcing multiple closures and detours expected to remain in place until…

December 23, 2025

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