Illegal alien charged with stalking in Ocean County
TOMS RIVER — An illegal alien is in custody in Ocean County following multiple charges of stalking and violating court orders, according to inmate records …
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New Jersey braces for more flash flooding on Thursday
MOUNT HOLLY, N.J. — A widespread threat of flash flooding is expected across New Jersey on Thursday, with the National Weather Service placing much of …
Toms River Mayor Blasts Murphy Appointed Prosecutor as “Far Left Liberal” for Opposing Veterans’ Preference to be a Cop
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick wants to bolster the experience level of his town’s police department with more seasoned veteran police …
Brutal heat continues in New Jersey as air quality alert extended for parts of state
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey is sweltering under an intense heat wave Wednesday, with temperatures expected to reach 98 degrees and heat index values soaring …
Red Bank Man Who Killed Lakewood Mother and Child in Drunk Driving Crash is an Illegal Immigrant
LAKEWOOD, NJ — A Red Bank man charged in a drunk driving crash that killed a woman and an 11-year-old girl and seriously injured another …
Tiny racers take big wins at Wildwoods baby crawl and waddle
Babies crawl and waddle to glory in Wildwoods’ annual contest THE WILDWOODS, N.J. — Diapers, determination, and a dash to the finish line took center …
Ocean County convenience store hands out massive lottery prize
TRENTON, NJ – A Quick Draw ticket sold in Barnegat hit for 20 percent of the progressive jackpot, awarding one lucky New Jersey Lottery player …
Brick’s SummerFest 2025 finale set for July 31 with 80s vs. 90s concert and fireworks
BRICK TOWNSHIP — Brick Township will close out its 30th annual SummerFest series on Thursday, July 31 with a high-energy showdown of music’s most iconic …
Progressives Clash With Climate Activists as New Flood Rule Would Negatively Impact Affordable Housing Mandates
TRENTON, N.J. — A major rulemaking initiative to fortify New Jersey against rising sea levels and increasing flood risks is facing both pushback and support …
Environmental Group Claims Strong Correlation Between Offshore Wind and Whale Deaths
ASBURY PARK, N.J. — A coalition of environmental groups is demanding the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) revoke its permits for the Empire Wind …
Raul Luna-Perez kills woman and young girl in suspected Lakewood DWI crash
LAKEWOOD, N.J. — A Red Bank man has been charged with two counts of vehicular homicide and assault by auto following a fatal crash late …
Busy and burned out? APF Coaching offers sustainable fitness for real life schedules
OLD BRIDGE — As more Americans struggle to balance work, family, and health, APF Coaching is positioning itself as a solution for those seeking sustainable …
Jackson shelter dogs in need of adoption
JACKSON, N.J. — The Northern Ocean County Animal Facility is operating at full capacity as surrenders and stray dogs continue to arrive each day. The …
Thousands of Illegal Aliens Linked to Drug Cartels to be Held at New Jersey Military Base
Alien detainees linked to drug cartels may be held at Joint Base in New Jersey under new federal plan TOMS RIVER, NJ — Non-citizens suspected …
Three dogs stuck in limbo at Ocean County shelter
JACKSON, NJ — The Northern Ocean County Animal Facility is seeking urgent help from approved 501(c)(3) rescue organizations for three dogs currently on its “rescue …
Axe-wielding arsonist from Toms River sentenced to state prison
TOMS RIVER, NJ — A 51-year-old man from Toms River has been sentenced to three years in New Jersey State Prison for multiple crimes, including …
Trump Takes Action to Tackle Homeless and Mental Health Crisis in America
TOMS RIVER, NJ — Help might be coming from the White House to tackle New Jersey’s gorwing homeless and mental health crisis. This week, an …
Asbury Park Luxury Condos Selling for as High as $8 Million
BURY PARK, NJ — A new wave of high-end coastal living is coming to the Jersey Shore as Inspired by Somerset Development on Thursday officially …
Driver flees Jackson traffic stop at high speed with child in backseat
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ — Police are asking for assistance in identifying a man who fled from a traffic stop on Bennetts Mills Road while driving …
Ten Things New Jerseyeans Love to Hate in the Garden State
TRENTON — New Jersey may boast shoreline views, cultural diversity, and proximity to major cities, but it also carries a reputation for inconveniences and frustrations …
Ocean Gate mother charged after toddler dies with methadone in system
OCEAN GATE, NJ — A 32-year-old woman has been charged with endangering the welfare of a child after her 2-year-old daughter was found with methadone …
NJ man indicted for strangling wife in South Toms River
SOUTH TOMS RIVER, NJ — A 38-year-old man has been indicted by a grand jury on murder and weapons charges in connection with the death …
Watch: Tornado makes landfall at the Jersey Shore striking Island Beach State Park
ISLAND BEACH STATE PARK, N.J. — A waterspout that formed offshore Tuesday morning came ashore near the southern end of Island Beach State Park, the …
This ancient New Jersey fish is nearing extinction with fewer than 250 remaining
TRENTON, N.J. — Fewer than 250 spawning Atlantic sturgeon remain in the Delaware River, putting one of the region’s most ancient and genetically distinct fish …
Perfy, New Jersey’s bizarre and brief1980s mascot, vanishes into history — until now
TRENTON, N.J. — In the mid-1980s, New Jersey unveiled a strange new figure meant to boost its image: a giant, round mascot named Perfy. Perfy …
Illegal Immigrant New Yorker pleads guiltyfatal Garden State Parkway crash after 15 years on the run
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A New York man who fled justice for more than a decade has pleaded guilty to strict liability vehicular homicide in …
Conservation group touts Phil Murphy’s failing clean energy agenda, claims lower prices ahead of 2035 fossil fuel bans
TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey League of Conservation Voters criticized the results of the latest PJM Interconnection capacity auction on Thursday, claiming the grid …
Cat sanctuary in Jackson seeks volunteers to help feed furry residents
JACKSON, NJ — A local cat sanctuary is calling on animal lovers to lend a hand — and a scoop — to help care for …
Wildwood Navy SEAL Challenge returns August 3 with grueling beach endurance course
WILDWOOD, N.J. — The 8th Annual Navy SEAL Challenge will take over the Wildwood beachfront on Sunday, August 3, as athletes from across the region …
Dry Weather, Mild Temps Give New Jersey a Break from Summer Heat and Humidity
Warm, dry weather builds across New Jersey after early week showers TRENTON — New Jersey will see a shift toward sunnier, hotter conditions through the …
Parkway slows down through Brick and Lakewood, adding time to morning commute
TRENTON — Commuters across New Jersey faced a series of disruptions Tuesday morning, with multiple disabled vehicles and traffic delays reported on major roadways. As …
New Jersey bill would add pedestrian and cyclist safety rules to driver education materials
TRENTON — A New Jersey bill aimed at improving roadway safety by updating driver education materials to include specific information on sharing the road with …
Amazon bans sale of these toys because of a New Jersey law signed by Governor Phil Murphy
Never mind the bans on plastic straws and plastic bags in New Jersey, but things are getting ridiculous when Amazon won’t even ship toys to …
Brooklyn illegal migrant gets 12½ years in New Jersey prison for armed home robbery
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A Brooklyn man has been sentenced to more than a decade in New Jersey State Prison for his role in a …
Video montage captures chaotic Memorial Day weekend in Seaside Heights
SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — A new video montage circulating online is shedding fresh light on the turbulent Memorial Day weekend that rocked Seaside Heights, where …
Morning traffic slows New Jersey commuters with crashes and delays on major routes
TRENTON — Monday morning brought a mix of delays, crashes, and a disabled vehicle that are affecting key New Jersey roadways during the early commute, …
Watch: Viral video shows slice thrown at teens outside Ocean City boardwalk pizza stand
OCEAN CITY, N.J. — A viral video circulating online shows a worker at Primavera Pizza hurling a slice at a group of teenagers on the …
Burger 25 Quickly Becoming the Go-To Hamburger Joint at the Jersey Shore
Nestled along the vibrant Jersey Shore, Burger 25 has rapidly emerged as a beloved destination for burger enthusiasts, locals, and tourists alike. With its fresh …
New Jersey’s King of Boardwalk ‘Ice Cream’ Is Kohr’s, Hands Down
Strolling along the bustling boardwalk of Seaside Heights, Wildwood, or Point Pleasant, there’s a sight—and taste—that defines the Jersey Shore summer. Kohr’s Frozen Custard has …
Phil Murphy’s Gas Car Ban is a Bad Idea for New Jersey
Governor Phil Murphy’s plan to ban the sale of new gasoline-powered cars in New Jersey by 2035, under the Advanced Clean Cars II rule, is …
Is the Jersey Shore’s Reputation as a Tourist Trap Really True?
SEASIDE HEIGHTS, NJ – A recent viral video that mocks the cost of coming to the Jersey Shore had us thinking. Is it really as …
Sherrill, Dems Oppose New ICE Criminal Migrant Facility at Joint Base in New Jersey
Pentagon approves migrant detention site at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, drawing opposition from Democrats JACKSON, N.J. — The Department of Defense has approved the temporary use …
Ocean County man jailed with ICE detainer in major marijuana dealer bust
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A man is being held without bail in Ocean County following his arrest on multiple drug charges, including operating a drug …
Manchester Police honor John McGuire with Community Champion Award
MANCHESTER, N.J. — John McGuire was recently recognized with the Community Champion Award for his longstanding support of the Manchester Township Police Department, the agency …
Scorching heat and storms in weekend forecast for New Jersey
TRENTON, N.J. — A heat advisory remains in effect across New Jersey today, with heat index values expected to climb as high as 104 degrees, …
Celebrate National Hot Dog Day with Some of these New Jersey Classics
Happy National Hot Dog Day! July 16, 2025, is the perfect day to sink your teeth into one of America’s most iconic foods, and New …
Wildwood to host century old baby parade and waddle contest next week
WILDWOOD, N.J. — Two of the Wildwoods’ most popular family-friendly events return next week, as the annual Baby Parade and Baby Waddle Contest bring infants, …
Phil Murphy Sues Feds After Trump Cuts $158 Million Migrant Education Funding
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin announced Monday that the state has joined a 24-state coalition in suing the Trump Administration …
Pleasantville man sentenced to 3 years for gas station and tobacco store burglaries
A 21-year-old Pleasantville man has been sentenced to three years in state prison after pleading guilty to two burglary incidents in Absecon and Galloway Township, …
Watch: Gunfire erupts near New Jersey Boardwalk causing panic and fear
A 17-year-old male from Pennsauken was arrested Saturday in connection with a shooting that occurred in the early morning hours on the Wildwood boardwalk, authorities …