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Hicksville man pleads guilty in drunken crash that killed bicyclist
Tuckerton man pleads guilty to arson and criminal mischief in Little Egg Harbor fire OCEAN COUNTY, NJ – A 21-year-old Tuckerton man has admitted to setting a fire that destroyed part of…
Mays Landing Woman Admits Stealing From Senior Community
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A 37-year-old Mays Landing woman admitted in court Friday to stealing nearly $147,000 and obstructing justice in connection with her role as a lifestyle director at a senior…
New Jersey to Penalize Towns That Don’t Build Affordable Housing by Blocking Community Grants
TRENTON, N.J. — A New Jersey Assembly panel has advanced legislation that would tie access to several state grant programs to municipal compliance with affordable housing obligations. The Assembly Housing Committee on…
Big Beautiful Bill Could Put Final Nail in Phil Murphy’s New Jersey Offshore Wind Coffin
TRENTON, N.J. — A sweeping new federal proposal in Congress, backed by President Donald Trump includes tax penalties and funding restrictions that could severely impact New Jersey’s offshore wind initiatives, a key…
Ring Cam Busts Would-Be Burglar at Jackson Mills Home
JACKSON, N.J. — A would-be burglar was caught on a Ring camera attempting to break into a Jackson Mills Road home Saturday morning, prompting police to ask for the public’s help identifying…
Manchester Township officer retires after 24 years of decorated service
MANCHESTER, N.J. — Patrolman Arthur Cronk retired from the Manchester Township Police Department last week, concluding a 24-year career marked by distinguished service and community involvement. Cronk joined the department in 2001…
New Jersey Senate advances bill to establish digital driver’s licenses and ID cards
TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee has approved amended legislation that would require the Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) to offer digital driver’s licenses and non-driver identification cards…
Mays Landing woman stole $147,000 from Ocean Township Senior Community
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A Mays Landing woman has pleaded guilty to theft and obstruction of justice in a fraud case involving over $147,000 stolen from a senior living community in Ocean…
Fourth of July Week Kicks off with Van Morrison Tribute Band Live on the Beach in Toms River
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Toms River Township will kick off its annual summer concert series Tuesday night with a performance by Tupelo Honey, a Van Morrison tribute band, followed by a fireworks…
Chris Christie Spotted Flopping and Bopping on Stage with Bruce Springsteen in Germany
BERLIN — Former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie made an unexpected appearance at a Bruce Springsteen concert in Germany over the weekend, raising eyebrows online after he was seen dancing awkwardly on…
New Jersey Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill under investigation for stock trades linked to congressional committees
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Rep. Mikie Sherrill (D-N.J.) is facing renewed criticism over her financial activities in Congress, including a reported failure to disclose up to $350,000 in stock sales and multiple…
Decomposed humpback whale washes ashore on Long Beach Island
LONG BEACH TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A decomposed humpback whale washed up early Friday on the 130th Street beach in the Beach Haven Terrace section of Long Beach Island, officials confirmed. The whale,…
Motorcycle Rider Wanted After High-Speed Escape in Jackson
JACKSON, N.J. — Authorities are asking for the public’s help identifying a motorcyclist who sped away from a traffic stop on East Veterans Highway early Saturday morning, putting himself and others at…
Fourth of July Fireworks on the Beach to Kick Off Toms River’s Summer of Family Fun
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Toms River is launching its summer season with a lineup of free, family-friendly events featuring live music, fireworks, and a classic animated movie—all beginning next week. Toms River…
If Florida Can Have Alligator Alley, Why Can’t New Jersey Have the Pinelands Purgatory?
A Case for Pinelands Purgatory in New Jersey New Jersey, the Garden State, is a land of contrasts—bustling urban centers, serene shorelines, and the sprawling, enigmatic Pine Barrens. Yet, despite its diversity…
Back to Back Shootings Blocks Away From New Jersey Statehouse Leave 1 Dead, 7 Injured
TRENTON, N.J. — At least seven people were shot in two separate incidents in Trenton’s West Ward on Thursday, with one confirmed fatality, according to the Trenton Police Department. The shootings took…
Bipartisan bill would shift public notices to municipal websites by 2026
TRENTON, N.J. — Let’s face it, nobody reads the local newspapers anymore and state law is about to adjust that shift in how society consumes information and news. A bipartisan bill moving…
New all-inclusive playground opens at Eno’s Pond County Park in Forked River
FORKED RIVER, NJ — Ocean County’s latest initiative to create accessible, inclusive playgrounds took a major step forward with the unveiling of a new all-inclusive playground at Eno’s Pond County Park. The…
Ocean County allocates $2.1M for Phase II renovations at Juvenile Detention Center
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Ocean County Board of Commissioners has introduced Ordinance #2025-21, authorizing $2.1 million in capital funding for Phase II renovations at the Juvenile Detention Center in Toms River.…
Seaside Park to host July movie nights at J Street Marina Lawn
SEASIDE PARK, N.J. — The Seaside Park Police Department announced Wednesday that officers will be on hand to assist with traffic and public safety during the town’s upcoming Drive-In Movie Night series…
Governor Urges New Jersey to Set Thermostats to 78 and Close Your Blinds as Heat Wave Stresses Power Grid
TRENTON, N.J. — Amid a prolonged heat wave across New Jersey, Governor Phil Murphy on Wednesday urged residents to take steps to reduce electricity usage as the state’s power grid faces increased…
Swimmer injured off Barnegat Light beach transported to hospital for treatment
BARNEGAT LIGHT, N.J. — A swimmer sustained a minor leg injury while in the water near the 9th Street beach in Barnegat Light on Saturday morning, prompting a multi-agency emergency response. According…
New Jersey CPA pleads guilty in federal tax shelter fraud scheme
PARAMUS, N.J. — A certified public accountant from Paramus pleaded guilty Monday to conspiring to defraud the United States by promoting fraudulent tax shelters that allowed wealthy clients to claim inflated deductions.…
Migrant with ICE Detainer Assaults Ocean County Jail Guards with Bodily Fluids
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A woman booked into Ocean County Jail this week is facing multiple criminal charges, including aggravated assault on a law enforcement officer and throwing bodily fluids at a…
Shore area man sentenced for drug manufacturing facility in Egg Harbor Township
MAYS LANDING, N.J. — A 32-year-old man from Egg Harbor Township was sentenced Monday to 15 years in New Jersey State Prison following his guilty plea to multiple weapons and drug charges…
SETS Hybrid Training opens new fitness center in Brick after success in Jackson and Toms River
BRICK, N.J. — A new SETS Hybrid Training location officially opened its doors in Brick over the weekend, following successful launches in Jackson and Toms River. Local officials, including Mayor Lisa Crate…
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