Jackson 21 Was Marketed as ‘A Great Place for Really Nice People.’ Now It’s Facing Religious Gender Segregation Claims
JACKSON, N.J. – More than a decade ago, Tony Award-winning composer Mitch Leigh pitched Jackson 21 as an ideal community for everyone. The television commercials were memorable. “A great place for really…
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 of his wife earlier this year, prosecutors…
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 National Weather Service confirmed, classifying it as…
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 populations on the brink of extinction, conservation…
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 was uncovered again this week by Wake…
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 connection with a 2009 crash that killed…
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 operator’s pricing structure is contributing to higher…
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 dozens of rescued farm cats. Calling All…
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 gather to compete in a demanding test…
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 end of the week after scattered showers…
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 of 7:48 a.m., a disabled truck on…
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 pedestrians and cyclists has been advanced by…
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 New Jersey for fear of a lawsuit…
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 violent home robbery in Brick Township that…
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 a wave of violence, arrests, and emergency…
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, transportation officials said. As of 7:13 a.m.,…
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 Ocean City boardwalk, sparking widespread speculation but…
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 ingredients, creative menu, and family-owned charm, this…
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 become more than just a sweet treat;…
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 a bold move aimed at combating climate…
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 bad as the viral video claims when…
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