New Jersey Families Shouldn’t Have to Choose Between Staying Cool and Paying the Electric Bill
As temperatures climb past 100 degrees and air conditioners run nearly nonstop, New Jersey families are confronting a reality that has become all too familiar: opening the next electric bill with a…
False submarine alert off Sandy Hook sparks panic and online backlash
No evidence or official confirmation as viral post fuels confusion along New Jersey coast SANDY HOOK, NJ – A social media post from a Jersey Shore area scanner news page with over…
Ocean County man held without bail on sexual assault charges
Ocean County man has been lodged in the county jail on multiple sexual assault and child endangerment charges, court records show. Ocean County, NJ – An Ocean County man is being held…
Hit and run driver vanishes after Barnegat crash
Driver sought after crash on West Bay Avenue in Barnegat BARNEGAT, NJ — A midday crash on West Bay Avenue ended with one driver fleeing the scene, and police are now searching…
Wawa launches summer hiring drive across New Jersey shore locations
The company aims to fill hundreds of seasonal positions offering free Shortis, flexible hours, and summer perks. LAKEWOOD, NJ – Wawa, Inc. announced Monday the launch of its 2026 summer hiring campaign,…
Skywatchers across New Jersey to witness rare blood moon early Tuesday
A total lunar eclipse will turn the moon a deep red as it sets over New Jersey in the early morning hours of March 3. LAKEWOOD, NJ – A dramatic total lunar…
Rita’s to mark first day of spring with free Italian Ice and new mystery flavor
Chain celebrates March 20 with nationwide giveaway and limited-time PEEPS-inspired flavor. NEW JERSEY – Spring will officially begin with something sweet this year as Rita’s Italian Ice and Frozen Custard celebrates the…
New Jersey Monday Morning Commuter Traffic Report: Crashes and Delays Reported
Multiple major highways and Hudson River crossings experienced heavy delays during the rush hour, with two serious incidents slowing traffic statewide. NEWARK, NJ – Monday morning commuters across New Jersey faced significant…
Fleet of offshore vessels spotted off Sandy Hook to support ongoing Empire Wind project
Three specialized ships were visible off the New Jersey coast Monday morning as the massive offshore wind farm prepares for its next construction phase. SANDY HOOK, NJ – A trio of large…
Elderly man hospitalized after two-vehicle rollover crash in Mays Landing
Route 50 was closed for two hours Sunday morning as Hamilton Township Police investigated the crash. MAYS LANDING, NJ – An 81-year-old man was hospitalized Sunday morning following a two-vehicle rollover crash…
Seaside Heights mourns loss of retired Police Lt. John Tate, longtime officer and mentor
A U.S. Air Force veteran and 25-year Seaside Heights police officer, Lt. John Tate is remembered for his decades of service and his lasting impact on generations of local law enforcement. SEASIDE…
Luxury meets momentum as Jackson Township real estate stays hot through February
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Homebuyers across Jackson Township closed out February with a flurry of sales, from multimillion-dollar estates to first-time-buyer condos. The standout? A seven-bedroom estate on Belaire Drive that sold…
Ocean County Hookah lounge shooting ends in guilty plea from Asbury Park resident
Asbury Park man pleads guilty in Toms River shooting that left one dead and two injured TOMS RIVER, N.J. – An Asbury Park man admitted in court this week to aggravated manslaughter…
Experts warn New Jersey residents to prepare for early, active pest season after harsh winter
National Pest Management Association predicts surge in ticks, termites, and stinging insects across the Mid-Atlantic TRENTON, NJ – Following one of the most erratic winters in recent memory, New Jersey homeowners may…
New Jersey–born Playa Bowls continues nationwide growth with new franchise deals across U.S. and Canada
Superfruit and acai bowl brand expands to Las Vegas, St. Louis, and Charlotte while preparing for international debut in Toronto BELMAR, NJ – From a single Jersey Shore stand to nearly 400…
Jersey Mike’s pledges 100% of March 25 sales to send athletes to 2026 Special Olympics USA Games
Sandwich chain’s 16th annual “Month of Giving” aims to top last year’s $30 million record for charity MANASQUAN, NJ – Jersey Mike’s Subs will donate 100% of sales from all locations nationwide…
Five charged after drugs gun and cash seized in Ocean County raid
Five Ocean County residents charged in multi agency narcotics and weapons probe TOMS RIVER, NJ – A coordinated investigation spanning multiple law enforcement agencies led to the arrest of five Ocean County…
15 guys shoveling snow at a train station is the most NJ Transit thing New Jersey has seen yet
A single snow blower would have been cheaper and more efficient use of NJ Transit spending after this weekend’s snow storm NEWARK, N.J. – A social media post from NJ Transit meant…
Ocean City urges residents to stay home as crews battle storm
Ocean City, NJ – Snow removal crews are working around the clock in Ocean City as heavy accumulation continues to cover roadways, prompting police to urge residents to stay off the streets…
This cute harbor seal rescued in Beach Haven Gardens is now recovering under vet care
Beach Haven Gardens, NJ – A lethargic harbor seal found on the sand in Beach Haven Gardens earlier this month is now recovering under veterinary care after being transported to a local…
Power outages top 100,000 in New Jersey as blizzard continues to dump snow across region
Trenton, NJ – More than 100,000 New Jersey residents woke up Monday without electricity as a powerful winter storm continued to blanket the state in thick, heavy snow, triggering widespread disruptions and…