Central Jersey News

CRANFORD, N.J. – Downtown Cranford transformed into a lively, witch-themed celebration Thursday evening as residents donned hats, capes, and creative costumes for the annual Witches Night Out. The event, held …

New Brunswick, NJ – An 18-year-old man was found shot to death late Tuesday night inside Pine Street Park, sparking a homicide investigation that has now led to two arrests. …

School bus crash in Robbinsville injures driver and student ROBBINSVILLE, NJ – The Robbinsville Police Department responded to multiple 911 calls reporting a school bus crash on Hankins Road on …

Morning gridlock hits North Jersey as crashes and disabled vehicles jam key routes NEWARK, NJ – Tuesday’s morning rush turned sluggish across North Jersey, with disabled vehicles, crashes, and lingering …

WASHINGTON, DC – Last week, Mikie Sherrill made an outlandish claim that Jack Ciattarelli profited from Big Pharma when his book publishing company published (not wrote) books for the industry. …

TRENTON, N.J. – Democratic gubernatorial candidate Mikie Sherrill claimed victory after her second debate with Republican rival Jack Ciattarelli, but the New Jersey GOP says her policies still mirror those …

Diddy pleads for prison time in New Jersey lockup with rehab program JACKSON, NJ – Lock up your baby oil and hide your young daughters, because convicted rapper Sean “Diddy” …

EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ – With deer season underway and wildlife on the move, police are warning drivers to stay alert as the risk of deer-vehicle collisions climbs sharply across the …

UPPER FREEHOLD, N.J. – The New Jersey State Police held a solemn rededication ceremony Friday along Interstate 195 to honor Trooper Anthony Raspa, who died in the line of duty …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. – Spirit Christmas, known for its seasonal pop-up shops filled with holiday decor, apparel, and gifts, is returning to New Jersey with an expanded lineup of stores …

Cranford, NJ – Two teenage girls were fatally struck while riding an electronic bike on Burnside Avenue late Monday afternoon, sparking a countywide plea for public assistance in tracking down …

Trenton, NJ – RevolutionNJ has unveiled a new traveling exhibition titled Revolutionary Lives: Living the American Experiment Then and Now, bringing the stories of everyday New Jerseyans from the Revolutionary …

Jackson, NJ – Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying a motorcyclist who sped off from an officer during a traffic enforcement detail, nearly hitting him in the …

NJ voter rolls shrink as hundreds of thousands purged ahead of governor’s race Trenton, NJ – New Jersey voters will head into the November governor’s election with a cleaner registration …

Major crack forces shutdown of busy Smith Street in Woodbridge Woodbridge, NJ – A major roadway in Middlesex County has been shut down after a long crack caused a dangerous …

Jackson, NJ – Jackson Township is gearing up for one of its biggest community celebrations of the year as Jackson Day returns on Sunday, September 14, at Johnson Memorial Park, …

Workplace deaths remain concentrated in five deadly hazards as U.S. fatality rate holds steady WASHINGTON, D.C. — A new national study reveals that five specific hazards continue to account for …

CRANFORD, NJ – A New Jersey council candidate turned a routine township meeting into an unforgettable performance Tuesday night, breakdancing his way into the room, spinning to the podium, and …

Legion post uncovers unmarked veterans’ graves and restores long-overdue honor Union Beach, NJ – A Memorial Day flag detail at Shoreland Memorial Gardens in Hazlet led to a discovery that …

CRANFORD, NJ — Drivers who failed to hit the brakes at crosswalks — and pedestrians who didn’t follow the rules — were both slapped with warnings and citations during a …

Lebanon, TN – Cracker Barrel is pulling the plug on its much-criticized new logo following fierce backlash from customers and a direct intervention from President Donald Trump. The abrupt reversal …

Northern Ocean County Animal Facility offering half-price adoptions during Clear The Shelters event JACKSON, NJ — Families looking to adopt a furry friend will have a chance to do so …

NEW YORK, NY — Hurricane Erin passed offshore of the New York and New Jersey region early Thursday, sparing the area from a direct hit but unleashing powerful winds, flooding …

They’re Here: Spotted Lanternflies Invade New Jersey – Here’s What You Need to Know and How to Stop Them TRENTON, NJ – They’re back, and they’re everywhere. The spotted lanternfly, …

Heavy rain and coastal flood threat loom for New Jersey as storms roll in ATLANTIC CITY, NJ — A stormy stretch is unfolding across New Jersey with showers, thunderstorms, and …