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Nikolas Pleiadi is a Manchester Township author whose novels draw on his personal experiences with addiction, incarceration and recovery.

Manchester Author Shares Story of Addiction, Arrests and Redemption in New Novel

A Manchester Township author says his latest novel draws on his own journey from addiction and repeated arrests to sobriety, family life and a career as an independent writer.…

Pemberton Borough police have challenged the Good Will Fire Company to a tug-of-war showdown during the borough's anniversary parade.

Police vs. Fire Tug-of-War Set to Highlight Pemberton Borough’s 200th Anniversary Celebration

The Pemberton Borough Police Department has thrown down the gauntlet, challenging the Good Will Fire Company to a friendly tug-of-war during the community's 200th anniversary celebration on Sept. 13.…

Residents will gather in Seaside Park Tuesday evening to watch a documentary examining the history of the Ciba-Geigy Superfund site and its lasting impact on Toms River and Barnegat Bay.

Seaside Park Hosts Documentary Revisiting Ciba-Geigy Pollution That Changed the Jersey Shore Forever

A public screening in Seaside Park will revisit the Ciba-Geigy environmental disaster, its connection to Toms River's Superfund cleanup, and the ongoing debate over redevelopment of the former chemical plant property.…

Trenton Mayor Russ Gasciora - An emergency executive order requires weekend overnight business closures along East State Street as Trenton responds to a series of violent incidents near City Hall.

Trenton Cracks Down on Late-Night Violence with Emergency Business Curfew on East State Street

Trenton has imposed an emergency overnight business curfew on part of East State Street after a fatal shooting and repeated late-night violence, launching a broader strategy that includes increased police patrols and…

Road Paving. Paving a residential street by laying asphalt which is initially in the dump truck and then is 'pressed' down to form the new road surface.

Road Resurfacing Project Set to Begin in Oakland, Drivers Asked to Expect Delays

OAKLAND, N.J. – Construction crews are expected to begin work this week on the Borough of Oakland 2026 Road Resurfacing Program, launching a series of roadway and infrastructure improvements that will affect traffic and parking in parts of the Bergen County community. According to…

PETA Wants Boardwalk Hermit Crab Races, Beauty Pagent Replaced With Robot Crabs

OCEAN CITY, N.J. – One of the Jersey Shore‘s quirkiest and longest-running summer traditions has once again become the target of criticism from PETA, which is urging Ocean City officials to replace live hermit crab races with remote-controlled robots. Ahead of this month’s annual…

Fort Worth Police Department graduates first group of unarmed civilian crime responders

FORT WORTH, TX – After a grueling six-week training course, the first graduates of the Fort Worth Civilian Response Unit, a new unarmed division of the Fort Worth Police Department are ready…

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Garden State Parkway closed as large forest fire engulfs area in Lakewood

LAKEWOOD, NJ – A large brush fire has broken out forcing the closure of the Garden State Parkway in both directions Sunday afternoon. The road is closed from exit 83 in Toms…

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Here’s what Toms River Mayor Tom Kelaher said about Mo Hill in his final interview

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Two months before the passing of Toms River Mayor Tom Kelaher, I decided to give him a call and see how things were going since he left office. …

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Rehoboth Beach installs new pedestrian safety devices

REHOBOTH BEACH – Rehoboth Beach has begun installing flashing beacons at crosswalks to improved pedestrian safety. According to a release by the city of Rehoboth Beach, these Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (RRFB)…

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Set your clocks ahead this weekend and some say we should just stay on Daylight Savings Time

This weekend is time to “spring ahead” and set your clocks ahead an extra hour to end the practice of setting clocks back each winter to allow for more daylight in the…

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4 story, 79 bedroom hotel to be built on busy Route 166 in Toms River

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Americana Motel on Route 166, just north of Route 37 in Toms River might soon be demolished and replaced with a much larger four-story motel. “The site in…

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Women’s History Month: She refused to tell Nazis who the resistance fighters were and died

On February 8th, 1943, Lepa Radić, 17 was hung by the Nazis. Young Lepa fought the Germans in her home country of Yugoslavia during World War II. She was caught shooting at…

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Buffalo’s Old Neighborhood St. Patrick’s Day Parade Canceled

BUFFALO, NY – The Valley Community Association is not having the Old Neighborhood St Patrick’s Day Parade this year due to the current pandemic restrictions in effect. Police said it was erroneously…

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Fire destroys home, displaces family in Howell

HOWELL TOWNSHIP, NJ – A home on Alex Drive in the Borough of Farmingdale was completely destroyed in a fully engulfed fire Wednesday afternoon. Howell Police Chief Andrew Kudrick said all occupants…

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NJ DOT says pothole repair season has begun, here’s what you need to know

TRENTON, NJ – The New Jersey Department of Transportation has announced pothole repair season has begun after an extremely harsh winter. To deal with potholes in the most aggressive and efficient manner,…

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NJ DOT announces $10 million in municipal grants for road paving projects in Ocean County

TOMS RIVER, NJ – The New Jersey DOT has announced the following funding approved for roadway improvement and paving in Ocean County during 2021. Work on these roads is expected to begin…

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Town bans rentals at the Jersey Shore House after Nelk Boys crowd last summer

SEASIDE HEIGHTS, NJ – When the Nelk Boys showed up at the Jersey Shore house in Seaside Heights, they faced the scorn of public officials. It happened in September during the COVID-19…

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Mo Hill Gives 2 Acre Zoning for Houses of Worship, Toms River Orthodox Jewish Leaders Say It Isn’t Enough

TOMS RIVER, NJ – The celebration for Toms River Mayor Maurice “Mo” Hill’s successful plan to lower the minimum required acreage for houses of worship at the township was joyous, but now…

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Ridgeway ‘Bookmobile’ Delivers Books to Students

MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Ridgeway Elementary School Bookmobile is not your traditional bookmobile. Yes, it delivers books, but it only has three wheels and operates on pedal power. Teachers pedal the…

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Frustrated New Jersey families plan March 13th Protest Against School Closures

MONTCLAIR, NJ – This Saturday, March 13th, families from Essex and surrounding counties will mark the anniversary of one year of remote learning with a protest against the continued, unnecessary full or…

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Satire news story had some in Brick believing MUA is setting up reservoir walking trail toll booth

BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Brick MUA has been criticized for years, but after the authority decided to indefinitely shut down the walking trail last March, the criticism grew. The authority, which…

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St. Louis to hold virtual St. Patrick’s Day Parade in 2021

ST. Louis, Mo – The Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade in St. Louis will take place on Saturday, March 13, 2021 in a virtual format due to the coronavirus. After a long wait, careful consideration and weighted deliberations…

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One of North America’s most invasive species sold accidentally by Petco and PetSmart

TOMS RIVER, NJ – It’s one of the most invasive species and it might have just hitched a ride into your aquarium or pond during your last purchase at Petco and PetSmart.…

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Stillwater gym teacher who inspired children to continue loving gym class during pandemic, Teacher of the Year

STILLWATER, NJ – When COVID-19 shut down school, for many children in New Jersey it also shut down physical activity both inside and outside of school. With months of park closures, remote…

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Search continues for missing shore 12-year-old last seen at Freehold Raceway Mall

FREEHOLD, NJ – The search continues for a missing 12-year-old girl from the Jersey Shore who is believed to be a runaway. The missing juvenile is Natalee Perez, 12 years old, 5’04”,…

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