This Bitch Needs to Die – Democrat Scott Semaya. Semaya later dropped out of the race citing “family” circumstances. Marlboro, NJ – A New Jersey school board race has erupted into scandal after a candidate was exposed sending sexually explicit and threatening messages about a sitting board member in a group chat titled “ThisBitchNeedsToDie.” Images … Read more
WILDWOOD, NJ – Republican gubernatorial candidate Jack Ciattarelli fired up a packed crowd at Seaport Pier on Saturday, delivering one of his most energetic campaign rallies yet as the race for governor heads into its final weeks. Before a sea of waving signs and cheering supporters, Ciattarelli declared that “New Jersey is ready for change,” … Read more
FREEHOLD, NJ – The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Watch for parts of central and southern New Jersey beginning Sunday morning, warning of potentially damaging gusts and hazardous travel conditions. The advisory covers Eastern and Western Monmouth, Coastal Ocean, Ocean, and Southeastern Burlington counties, where winds could reach up to 60 miles … Read more
EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ – Jack Ciattarelli showed up to the Giants tailgate at MetLife Stadium handing out pork roll, egg and cheese sandwiches—a pointed nod to New Jersey’s breakfast pride. The Giants went on to “Pork Roll” the Eagles 34-17. Ciattarelli served up the delicious pork product beloved by millions in New Jersey to show … Read more
MOUNT HOLLY, NJ – Parts of southern New Jersey could see their first frost of the season early Friday morning, with a stronger weather system expected to bring damaging winds by Sunday. The National Weather Service issued a Frost Advisory for the Pine Barrens region, warning that temperatures could dip as low as 34 degrees … Read more
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 of Governor Phil Murphy — and they’re not letting up. Republicans accused Sherrill this week of “gaslighting voters” over what they call failed green energy … Read more
SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. – The boardwalk will be bursting with Italian pride, live music, and family fun this weekend as the Ocean County Columbus Day Parade Committee hosts its annual Italian Festival and Columbus Day Parade in Seaside Heights. The three-day celebration kicks off Friday, October 10, with opening ceremonies and entertainment stretching from Grant … Read more
CAPE MAY, NJ – A quick-thinking homeowner helped prevent a serious house fire early Tuesday morning after flames broke out on a rear deck along Bridge Lane. Fire crews arrived just after 6 a.m. to find that much of the blaze had already been knocked down by the resident using a garden hose. Members of … Read more
Bicyclist killed in Neptune Township crash as investigation remains ongoing NEPTUNE TOWNSHIP, NJ – A man riding a bicycle was killed Monday night after a collision with a vehicle on a busy stretch of roadway in Neptune Township, prompting an active investigation by local and county authorities. The fatal crash occurred around 7:05 p.m. on … Read more
Big-hearted pit bull Frankie flops his way into the spotlight at Jackson shelter Jackson, NJ – A 3-year-old tricolor pit bull named Frankie has officially made his debut on the adoption floor at the Northern Ocean County Animal Facility, and staff say he’s stealing hearts just as fast as he’s flopping over in the play … Read more
Two Ocean County men charged after multi-agency probe uncovers large drug distribution ring Toms River, NJ – A three-month investigation led by the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office has resulted in the arrests of two men accused of distributing large quantities of cocaine and methamphetamine throughout Ocean County, authorities announced Monday. Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer said … Read more
Basenji named Reese still missing in Farmingdale as family pleads for help Farmingdale, NJ – A family’s search for their missing dog, Reese, has spread across multiple Monmouth County towns as residents are urged to keep an eye out for the frightened Basenji who vanished earlier this week after running from her Freehold home. Reese, … Read more
WILDWOOD, NJ – New Jersey Republican gubernatorial candidate Jack Ciattarelli will headline a high-energy political rally at the Seaport Pier in North Wildwood on Friday afternoon, marking his latest push to build momentum for a potential run in 2025. The “Return to the Wildwoods Rally,” hosted by CapeGOP, is set to begin at 4 p.m. … Read more
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” Combs wants to serve his prison time right in our backyard. Combs is asking a federal judge to let him serve his 50-month sentence at … Read more
Search underway for missing Manchester man last seen in Lavallette Manchester Township, NJ – A desperate search is underway for 33-year-old Matthew Coughlin, who vanished after being seen Monday in the Lavallette area, sparking an urgent call for public help from local police. Authorities say Coughlin was last spotted wearing a red flannel shirt, jeans … Read more
Barnegat, NJ – Administrators at Barnegat High School issued an urgent letter to families Monday after learning that a disturbing social media trend involving students filming themselves urinating on school property has surfaced locally. Principal Patrick Magce confirmed the high school is working with the Barnegat Police Department to identify anyone involved. The letter, sent … Read more
TRENTON, NJ – Pork Roll or Taylor Ham? Who cares, when most New Jerseyans can’t afford either these days, thanks to five years of Bidenflation and Phil Murphy’s economic policies. Now, the name of the beloved Jersey meat has become a major campaign issue in New Jersey’s election for governor. Food prices in New Jersey … Read more
TRENTON, NJ – A stretch of warm and calm weather will open the week before a strong midweek front brings rain, thunderstorms, and a sharp drop in temperatures. Monday will stay sunny with highs near 80 and light southerly breezes — a pleasant and mild October afternoon across much of the state. Skies remain mostly … Read more
WAYNE, N.J. – Virginia-born congresswoman Mikie Sherrill set off a political and culinary firestorm this week after jokingly dismissing one of New Jersey’s most beloved breakfast staples, calling pork roll “gross” during a campaign interview during her donor trip to California. “Who eats pork roll? Not me. I think that’s gross,” Mikie Sherrill said. “Nobody … Read more
Brick Township man guilty in savage murder-for-hire of father Brick, NJ — A twisted murder-for-hire plot shattered a quiet Jersey Shore neighborhood after a Brick Township man was convicted Wednesday of orchestrating the brutal killing of his own father in exchange for cash—ending a years-long investigation that pulled in more than a dozen law enforcement … Read more
Cranbury, NJ – Republican gubernatorial nominee Jack Ciattarelli declared Tuesday that New Jersey’s long-standing Mount Laurel housing doctrine has failed the state, vowing to replace it with a plan that halts suburban sprawl, reinvests in cities, and protects the environment. Ciattarelli argued that the court-imposed doctrine, which requires towns to allow affordable housing, has led … Read more
Toms River woman found guilty of two counts of vehicular homicide TOMS RIVER, NJ — A 30-year-old woman has been convicted on two counts of vehicular homicide after a jury found she caused a 2022 Manchester Township crash that killed two men, prosecutors announced Thursday. After a nearly five-week trial before Judge Dina M. Vicari, … Read more
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 for the 2025 holiday season. In addition to established locations in Mays Landing, Marlton, Brick, and Woodbridge last year, new storefronts will open this year … Read more
Trenton, NJ – Rep. Mikie Sherrill is facing renewed scrutiny over her record at the U.S. Naval Academy after offering conflicting accounts of why she was barred from walking at her 1994 graduation during the fallout of a major cheating scandal. The scandal, which unfolded in 1992–93, implicated more than 130 midshipmen accused of obtaining … Read more
Trenton, NJ – A new bill advancing through the New Jersey Legislature would require public schools to teach the history and contributions of Latinos and Hispanics as part of the state’s Social Studies standards, making the subject a permanent part of classroom instruction. The measure, sponsored by Assemblyman Julio Marenco of Hudson County, Assemblywoman Eliana … Read more
Help needed for two huskies at Northern Ocean County Animal Facility OCEAN COUNTY, NJ — Two young huskies currently housed at the Northern Ocean County Animal Facility are in urgent need of placement through a 501(c)(3) rescue group or experienced foster home, according to a recent plea from the shelter’s supporters. The dogs, Lassie and … Read more
Jackson, NJ – Republican gubernatorial candidate Jack Ciattarelli made a campaign stop in Jackson Township this week, sitting down with council candidate Al Couceiro to outline a joint plan they say will address the mounting problems facing local families. Couceiro, a lifelong Jackson resident and longtime EMS chief and fire commissioner, praised Ciattarelli as “New … Read more
Atlantic City, NJ – Officials have closed all beaches in Atlantic City after massive swells and rip currents created by Hurricanes Imelda and Humberto made conditions too dangerous for swimmers. The closure comes as the Atlantic City Beach Patrol ended its summer season Monday, leaving no lifeguards on duty. The timing coincides with the traditional … Read more
Sherrill pressed to release Navy scandal records after Jersey reps demand answers Trenton, NJ – Three New Jersey Republicans are calling on Rep. Mikie Sherrill to release long-sealed documents tied to her admitted role in the 1994 United States Naval Academy cheating scandal, saying voters deserve full transparency after new revelations surfaced last week. In … Read more
ATLANTIC CITY, NJ – Families lined Albany Avenue Beach as the Atlantic City Police Department joined the 25th Annual Officer Dennis McGurk Memorial “Hooked on Fishing – Not on Drugs” Fishing Derby, a community event dedicated to honoring a fallen officer while steering local youth toward positive activities. A legacy of service The derby, named … Read more
Newark, NJ – Federal homeland security officials are blasting sanctuary state policies, warning that politicians who oppose Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) are putting federal agents — and the public — at risk. In a forceful message on social media, the Department of Homeland Security declared that “sanctuary politicians have demonized federal law enforcement as … Read more
Family with infant and teen escapes late-night Toms River house fire sparked by cigarette Toms River, NJ – A family of four, including a baby and a teenager, escaped a late-night blaze that tore through their Leawood Avenue home after a neighbor spotted flames and rushed to alert them. The incident was captured on the … Read more
LAWRENCEVILLE, N.J. – A heated exchange over personal finances and ethics left Rep. Mikie Sherrill momentarily speechless during Sunday night’s New Jersey gubernatorial debate, as Republican challenger Jack Ciattarelli once again noted she is profiting from her time in Congress through questionable stock trades. Sherrill thought she had a mic drop moment when she said, … Read more
TRENTON, N.J. – Motor Vehicle Commission operations became a flashpoint in the governor’s race as Jack Ciattarelli and Mikie Sherrill clashed over whether in-person services should return to pre-pandemic levels. Many of the state’s MVC employees are tele-commuting, working from home since COVID-19 shut down centers statewide. They are still working from home, and the … Read more
Parsippany, NJ – Rep. Mikie Sherrill is facing sharp criticism from Republican challenger Jack Ciattarelli, who blasted the congresswoman for missing votes, avoiding debates, and cancelling appearances while collecting a taxpayer-funded salary. In a statement posted to social media, Ciattarelli accused Sherrill of being “missing in action,” saying she has skipped more than half her … Read more
Toms River, NJ – A series of anti-Jack Ciattarelli posts and advertisements that appeared on the Ocean County GOP’s official Facebook page have been quietly removed after drawing criticism for targeting the party’s nominee. Ocean County GOP Chairman George Gilmore, a convicted federal felon and tax cheat who backed Spadea during the primary, orchestrated a … Read more
Cape May, NJ – Magic meets literature this weekend as the Lunar Faire returns with a “Fairy/Tales” themed night market at Historic Cold Spring Village. The whimsical event, set for Sunday from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., celebrates the Autumn Equinox with a blend of fairy-inspired fun and bookish charm. Guests are invited to don … Read more
Jackson, NJ – Plans to redevelop the former historic ROVA Farms property took a major step forward after the all-volunteer citizen committee voted to approve the final site plan for the project. “The ROVA Farms project is continuing, and despite what people are saying on Facebook, we are, and always have been, committed to finishing … Read more
Trenton, NJ – Republican gubernatorial nominee Jack Ciattarelli rolled out a 10-point affordability agenda on Wednesday, vowing to reverse what he described as decades of failed Democratic policies that have left New Jersey with the highest property taxes in the nation and one of the heaviest tax burdens overall. Ciattarelli, a two-time small business owner, … Read more
Wildwood, NJ – Heavy flooding left numerous roadways submerged Tuesday, forcing drivers to seek alternate routes as city officials urged motorists to avoid driving through floodwaters. The City of Wildwood issued an alert warning residents and visitors that multiple streets are impassable. Officials stressed the dangers of attempting to drive through high water, which can … Read more
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The House of Representatives approved sweeping immigration legislation this week, advancing the Stop Illegal Entry Act, a measure designed to tighten penalties on individuals who illegally enter the United States and commit crimes. Backed by Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ), the bill, formally known as HR 3468, raises mandatory prison sentences for repeat … Read more
Trenton, NJ – As New Jersey residents face skyrocketing electric bills, Senator Latham Tiver and Assemblyman Michael Torrissi Jr. are calling for the Legislature to immediately reconvene in a special session to address what they describe as an affordability crisis gripping the state. The Legislature, controlled by Democrats, has been in recess since late June … Read more
Sherrill slammed for profiting from utilities while blasting rising energy costs SOMERVILLE, NJ – Republican gubernatorial nominee Jack Ciattarelli is hammering Democrat Mikie Sherrill over what he calls blatant hypocrisy, accusing her of personally profiting from the same utility companies she blames for driving up New Jersey’s energy costs. The energy crisis has been good … Read more
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 roll than in recent years, after election officials removed more than 200,000 inactive names that had lingered on the books. State records show that the … Read more
Toms River man charged with aggravated manslaughter in fatal 94 mph crash Toms River, NJ – A man whose blood alcohol level was more than twice the legal limit is facing aggravated manslaughter and vehicular homicide charges after allegedly causing a high-speed crash that killed a 52-year-old woman in Lakewood Township this past May. Martine … Read more
Ocean County player wins $1.03M Jersey Cash 5 jackpot after dreaming of victory Trenton, NJ – An Ocean County lottery player struck gold Wednesday night, matching all five numbers in the Jersey Cash 5 drawing to win a $1,039,075 jackpot—hours after dreaming of the big win. The player, who has not been publicly identified, said … Read more
Wildwood Crest, NJ – Fireworks, music, food, and family entertainment will take center stage on Saturday, September 20, as Wildwood Crest hosts its annual Seafarers Celebration along Sunset Lake and at Centennial Park. The all-day event kicks off at 9 a.m. with a massive street festival spanning New Jersey Avenue between Rambler Road and Miami … Read more
TRENTON, NJ– Last week, Mikie Sherrill, a New Jersey congresswoman running for governor of New Jersey said she would not allow parents to opt their children out of controversial sexual education and LGBTQ+ studies. This week, Attorney General Pamela Bondi and FBI Director Kash Patel are firing back at Sherrill, Governor Phil Murphy, and other … Read more
Grand jury clears Brick Township officers in 2024 death of man found in street Trenton, NJ – A state grand jury has declined to file criminal charges against Brick Township police officers involved in the May 2024 death of a man who collapsed following an encounter with officers on a residential street. The New Jersey … Read more
Belmar, N.J. — In a delightful twist amid the fading days of summer, a manatee has taken up temporary residence in the Shark River, surprising fishermen and boaters in the Shark River. The gentle marine mammal, typically associated with the warmer waters of Florida, was first spotted over the weekend, marking one of the rare … Read more