Change your clocks and your smoke detector batteries fire officials say
TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey Division of Fire Safety Director and State Fire Marshal Richard Mikutsky is joining local fire officials and fire departments across …
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Set your clocks ahead this weekend and some say we should just stay on Daylight Savings Time
This weekend is time to “spring ahead” and set your clocks ahead an extra hour to end the practice of setting clocks back each winter …
It’s Seal Season at the Jersey Shore and Wildlife Experts say “Stop Harassing the Seals”
SEASIDE HEIGHTS, NJ – It’s seal season at the Jersey Shore and the folks over at the Marine Mammal Stranding Center have some information they’d …
North Dover Democrats heap praise upon Mayor Mo Hill after religious land use settlement
TOMS RIVER, NJ – After the Toms River Township Council, minus Republican Dan Rodrick voted to approve a settlement agreement to allow for 2-acre zoning …
4 story, 79 bedroom hotel to be built on busy Route 166 in Toms River
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Americana Motel on Route 166, just north of Route 37 in Toms River might soon be demolished and replaced with a …
Man charged for putting gun to cop’s head, pulling trigger facing more charges in Wildwood
WILDWOOD, NJ – A man who put a gun to a Whitemarsh police officer and pulled the trigger three times is facing more charges, this …
Fire destroys home, displaces family in Howell
HOWELL TOWNSHIP, NJ – A home on Alex Drive in the Borough of Farmingdale was completely destroyed in a fully engulfed fire Wednesday afternoon. Howell …
Murphy on reopening: We’re taking it in steps, no plan to reopen bars
SEASIDE HEIGHTS, NJ – It’s now March 11th. In less than two months, the unofficial start to the 2021 tourism season will begin and New …
NJ DOT says pothole repair season has begun, here’s what you need to know
TRENTON, NJ – The New Jersey Department of Transportation has announced pothole repair season has begun after an extremely harsh winter. To deal with potholes …
NJ DOT announces $10 million in municipal grants for road paving projects in Ocean County
TOMS RIVER, NJ – The New Jersey DOT has announced the following funding approved for roadway improvement and paving in Ocean County during 2021. Work …
Town bans rentals at the Jersey Shore House after Nelk Boys crowd last summer
SEASIDE HEIGHTS, NJ – When the Nelk Boys showed up at the Jersey Shore house in Seaside Heights, they faced the scorn of public officials. …
Mo Hill’s new Republican Club now controls the party line in Toms River
TOMS RIVER, NJ – There’s a new Republican club in Toms River and they have been officially recognized by the Ocean County GOP organization. The …
Governor Murphy makes joint announcement with Governor Cuomo
TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy and his ally, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo have been tied at the hip during the COVID-19 …
Op-Ed: Democrats are Speaking Out Both Sides Of Their Mouths When It Comes to Protecting Children from Marijuana and Alcohol
Op-Ed by Senator Declan O’Scanlon Two-faced. This is the word that first comes to mind when I try to describe to family and friends as …
County school districts in New Jersey could be in the future under new bipartisan regionalization bill
The Senate Education Committee has unanimously approved bipartisan legislation sponsored by Senate President Steve Sweeney and Senators Vin Gopal and Declan O’Scanlon to encourage the …
As neighboring states move to reopen, Murphy continues to keep New Jersey on lockdown
TRENTON, NJ – The COVID-19 virus in New Jersey is apparently different than the COVID-19 virus in other states. It isn’t? One legislator in the …
Testa vows to fight for women in women’s sports after transgender athletes dominate the field
TRENTON, NJ – To preserve the integrity of women’s high school and collegiate sports, the First Legislative District lawmakers introduced a bill that would guarantee …
New Jersey lawmakers announce bi-partisan effort to create special education unit
TRENTON, NJ – Legislation sponsored by Senate President Steve Sweeney, and Senators Steven Oroho and Robert Singer which would create a special education unit within …
Mo Hill Gives 2 Acre Zoning for Houses of Worship, Toms River Orthodox Jewish Leaders Say It Isn’t Enough
TOMS RIVER, NJ – The celebration for Toms River Mayor Maurice “Mo” Hill’s successful plan to lower the minimum required acreage for houses of worship …
Mo Hill, Allies Form New Toms River Republican Club, Attempt Full Takeover Tonight
After being shunned by the Toms River Republican Club over his actions that most of the rank and file members of the party disagree with, …
Police searching for fugitive wanted for attempted murder at Toms River Howard Johnson
TOMS RIVER, NJ – A Millville man is wanted for a violent murder police say he committed at the Toms River Howard Johnson Motel. Police …
Mo Hill, Toms River Township Approve 2 Acre Zoning for Houses of Worship
TOMS RIVER, NJ – After two years of behind-the-scenes negotiations with members of the Orthodox Jewish community, township lawyers, and the Department of Justice, the …
Toms River Mayor Hill, BA sued by former openly gay administrator for vulgar homophobic slurs, wrongful termination
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Toms River Mayor Maurice Hill, New Jersey Assemblyman Greg McGuckin, Business Administrator Lou Amoroso and the township council is being sued …
Ridgeway ‘Bookmobile’ Delivers Books to Students
MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Ridgeway Elementary School Bookmobile is not your traditional bookmobile. Yes, it delivers books, but it only has three wheels and …
Frustrated New Jersey families plan March 13th Protest Against School Closures
MONTCLAIR, NJ – This Saturday, March 13th, families from Essex and surrounding counties will mark the anniversary of one year of remote learning with a …
Satire news story had some in Brick believing MUA is setting up reservoir walking trail toll booth
BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Brick MUA has been criticized for years, but after the authority decided to indefinitely shut down the walking trail last …
Suspect in Florida registered Porsche stole Jackson man’s wallet from unlocked car
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – For at least one criminal roaming Jackson Township, it’s clear crime does pay. A burglary suspect driving in a white Porsche …
Brick man, Amtrak employee stole $50,000 in chainsaws and sold them online
NEWARK, N.J. – An Amtrak employee was arrested last night for stealing chainsaws and chainsaw parts valued at over $50,000 from Amtrak and reselling them, …
Like Cuomo, NJ Governor Murphy Blames Nursing Home Staff, Not Himself for COVID-19 Deaths
TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy is doing his best to keep himself out of a scandal like the one ongoing in New …
One of North America’s most invasive species sold accidentally by Petco and PetSmart
TOMS RIVER, NJ – It’s one of the most invasive species and it might have just hitched a ride into your aquarium or pond during …
Search continues for missing shore 12-year-old last seen at Freehold Raceway Mall
FREEHOLD, NJ – The search continues for a missing 12-year-old girl from the Jersey Shore who is believed to be a runaway. The missing juvenile …
Governor Murphy announces another vaccine delay by Biden administration
TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy said today that the wait to get vaccinated in New Jersey just got longer. The Biden administration …
Does your Optimum service suck? Jackson is fighting back
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – For a long time, customers of Altice’s Optimum broadband internet service have been experiencing unsatisfactory performance issues and the township is …
CDC says no mask, no social distancing for the fully vaccinated when together
There is light at the end of the tunnel today as the Center for Disease Control issued new guidance that will put a smile on …
Six Flags Great Adventure to host Rockin’ Laser Light Show Drive-In
JACKSON, N.J. — Six Flags Great Adventure, the World’s Ultimate Thrill Park, will host a new, limited-time event, Six Flags Rockin’ Drive-In Laser Light Spectacular …
JB’s Diner Coming to Jackson
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – A 6,500 square foot diner is coming to Jackson. Jackson Township is one of the few towns at the Jersey Shore …
Former Ocean City High School Teacher Arrested for Sexual Assault of Student
CAPE MAY, NJ – Cape May County Prosecutor Jeffrey H. Sutherland and Chief Jay Prettyman of the Ocean City Police Department announce the arrest of …
Lakewood community leaders pledge to discourage black face costumes next Purim
LAKEWOOD, NJ – Some residents in the area were outraged this past Purim in Lakewood after photos of several school-aged children wearing black face were …
St. Patrick’s Day is coming, vote for the best Irish Pub at the Jersey Shore
St. Patrick’s Day 2021 is just a few days away and we’re looking to see which Jersey Shore Irish pub our readers think is the …
Man set fire to Atlantic City motel room as diversion to rob liquor store
ATLANTIC CITY, NJ – A man in Atlantic City has been arrested after he set fire to his motel room in order to divert law …
Atlantic City teen in viral dog abuse video identified by police
ATLANTIC CITY, NJ – A video that circulated on social media and private chat apps showing a juvenile beating and abusing a dog led police …
Shore fugitive wanted for fleeing deadly crash caught by feds headed to border
TOMS RIVER, NJ – A man living in the shore area wanted by law enforcement officials for the Christmas Eve death of an elderly Howell …
Murphy administration announces “Back to School” teacher vaccination campaign
DEPTFORD, NJ – New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy wants teachers and students back in the classroom and has announced a campaign to get them there. …
Top 5 Girl Scout Cookies: Which Girl Scout cookie does your state like the most?
Spring is almost here and around America, which also means Girl Scout Cookies and cookie ordering is here too. Americans are passionate about their annual …
1978 movie was about a convoy of trucks heading for the Jersey Shore, now a real non-stop convoy is headed this way
JACKSON, NJ – It’s been nearly 42 years since the Rubber Duck led a convoy of hundreds of tractor-trailers across the country en route for …
What’s that smell in Brick? What’s on Fire?
BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ – Residents of Brick Township this weekend may smell thick smoke in the air in different parts of town depending upon the …
Seaside Heights, Mayor Endorse Bill to Protect New Jersey Cops Under Faulty Murphy Marijuana Bill
SEASIDE HEIGHTS, NJ – The Seaside Heights borough council and Mayor Anthony Vaz have announced their support for NJ Senate Bill 3454 which is aimed …
Berkeley Township School District Keeps Dr. Seuss in Read Across America Day
BERKELEY TOWNSHIP, NJ – Berkeley Township School Board President Jennifer Bacchione started Wednesday off with a virtual reading for district children. The district, like many …
DUI Toms River Woman Caused Crash With School Bus, State Police Vehicle
TOMS RIVER, NJ – A Toms River woman who police said was driving while under the influence early Monday morning crashed into a state police …
Rumson Police Dept. Says Murphy’s Marijuana Law Criminalizes Cops, Puts Kids at Risk
RUMSON, NJ – Rumson Police today criticized New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy’s legalized marijuana bill because as it signed, police can’t stop underage marijuana use, …