Jackson Township Clock Damaged During Snow Removal Will Be Replaced, Officials Say
Jackson Township, NJ — The decorative rotary clock located in front of Jackson Township Town Hall was accidentally damaged during snow removal operations earlier this year and will need to be replaced,…
Wawa ticket wins $400K as scratch-off blitz hits Ocean County
Powerball shopper hits $1 million as wave of lottery wins sweep New Jersey TRENTON, NJ — A quiet stop at a Rio Grande grocery store turned into a million-dollar moment for one…
Blue Ribbon Jackson Middle School Forced to Close by S-2 Funding Sees $10 Million Price Slash in Second Sale Attempt
JACKSON, NJ – The Jackson School District has reopened bidding for the sale of Christa McAuliffe Middle School, dramatically lowering the minimum bid after months without a single offer. District officials announced…
Buckle Up New Jersey, Because the Gas Tax is Going Up Again in January
New Jersey drivers hit with 4.2-cent gas tax hike starting January 1 TRENTON, NJ – Electricity isn’t the only thing that’s going to cost you an arm and a leg in New…
If You Thought Toms River’s MUA Benefits Were Ridiculous, Check Out Lakewood
Lakewood MUA commissioners draw hefty pay and benefits despite part-time roles LAKEWOOD, NJ – Commissioners at the Lakewood Municipal Utilities Authority (MUA) are receiving compensation and benefits packages that far exceed what’s…
Thunder in the Pines to Go Silent in 2026 and New Egypt Speedway Announces Closure
New Egypt Speedway to stay closed for 2026 as owner seeks buyer NEW EGYPT, NJ – The roar of engines at New Egypt Speedway will fall silent next year, as the track’s…
Don’t Expect Mikie Sherrill or Democrats to Fix New Jersey’s Failed S-2 Funding…It’s Working as Intended
Trenton, NJ – Mikie Sherrill’s victory in the November gubernatorial election set the stage for a familiar battle over New Jersey’s school funding system. Her incoming administration is signaling that major changes…
Whre’s the Beef? Wendy’s portions spark outrage as New York area customers accuse chain of shrinkflation
NEW YORK, NY – From Lower Manhattan to Washington Heights, Wendy’s customers are calling foul on what they describe as shrinking burgers, smaller nuggets, and full-price meals that don’t fill them up.…
Mikie Sherrill explains why New Jersey’s affordable housing future is not in cities like Trenton
TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey Governor-Elect Mikie Sherrill is defending her approach to housing development, saying new high-density projects make more sense in suburban areas with existing infrastructure than in Trenton’s struggling…
Jackson Township Welcomes the Holiday Season with Toyland and the Annual Christmas Tree Lighting
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Jackson Township Mayor Jennifer L. Kuhn and the Jackson Township Council are proud to announce that the community is gearing up for a joyful and festive holiday weekend…
Jackson Township to Honor the Memory of Michael “Mikey” Gioia with Street Dedication Ceremony on December 17th
JACKSON, NJ – Mayor Jennifer L. Kuhn and the Jackson Township Council are proud to announce that Jackson Township will honor the life and legacy of Michael “Mikey” Gioia, a Jackson Township…
Bill moves forward to ensure proper burials for unclaimed veterans as Legion uncovers forgotten graves
TRENTON, N.J. – New Jersey lawmakers advanced a bipartisan measure Monday to guarantee that unclaimed veteran cremains receive the dignified burials they deserve, even as an American Legion post in Monmouth County…
Lottery ticket delivers six-figure win in Toms River
Ocean County shopper scores $131K Fast Play jackpot from $5 ticket Toms River, NJ – A spur-of-the-moment play turned into a six-figure windfall for an Ocean County resident who hit $131,917 in…
Police ask for help identifying woman found wandering on Pelican Island
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Authorities are asking for the public’s help in identifying a woman found walking in the Pelican Island section of Toms River on Saturday. Police said the unidentified woman…
Council Pulls Plug on Troubled Seaside Condo Project with Ties to Convicted Ocean County GOP Chairman
SEASIDE HEIGHTS, NJ – After years of delays, warnings, and unmet deadlines, Seaside Heights officials have scrapped a long-promised redevelopment deal for a 10-story mixed-use tower once touted as the centerpiece of…
Traffic in Lakewood a Mess Today After Downed Pole Shuts Down Route 9 Downtown
LAKEWOOD TWP., N.J. – Traffic in and out of Lakewood is usually pretty congested, but today, it’s a worst case scenario. A downed utility pole and wires have forced the closure of…
RWJBarnabas Health delivers over 37 tons of produce and thousands of turkeys to feed New Jersey families
NEWARK, N.J. – RWJBarnabas Health has launched its annual holiday giving campaign, distributing more than 37.6 tons of fresh produce and 4,175 turkeys across New Jersey to help combat food insecurity. The…
Lakewood man charged with setting three fires, including house blaze
LAKEWOOD, NJ – A Lakewood man has been charged with aggravated arson and two counts of arson after investigators linked him to three separate fires reported late Saturday night, authorities announced. Ocean…
Most New Jerseyans Want to Leave the Garden State – Here’s Why
Most New Jersey residents want to leave—and here’s why West Long Branch, NJ – New Jerseyans say they enjoy living in their state, but a growing number are ready to move out.…
Woman Stabbed on Thanksgiving at Same Complex Where Naz Reid’s Sister Was Murdered Two Months Ago
Suspect captured after stabbing at Paragon apartments, same site of deadly September shooting JACKSON, N.J. – A woman was stabbed and rushed to the hospital on Thanksgiving in Jackson Township, now, her…
Six Flags shuts down amusement park after 50 years, leaving fans heartbroken
BOWIE, Md. – The gates of Six Flags America closed for the last time this month, marking the end of a half-century of laughter, roller coasters, and local memories for generations of…
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