Manchester Schools, Police Move to Shared Radio System for Faster Communication
Manchester Township schools and police are now using the same radio system after staff completed training aimed at improving emergency communications.…
Summer Is Setting on Miss Barnegat Light’s Sunset Cruises — Last Rides Are Next Weekend
Miss Barnegat Light's $25 sunset cruises end Sept. 19, leaving three final chances to cruise Barnegat Inlet beneath Old Barney before summer ends.…
La Riva in Barnegat Light Serves Some of LBI’s Best Pizza, but Hurry Before It Closes
La Riva in Barnegat Light serves excellent wood-fired Neapolitan pizza with a relaxed LBI atmosphere, but its seasonal closing is approaching fast.…
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…
Jackson police increase patrols and ask public to report suspicious activity in wake of U.S. attacks on Iran
Township officials ask residents to report suspicious activity amid heightened security concerns. JACKSON, NJ – The Jackson Township Police Department has announced it will conduct additional patrols and is urging residents to…
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…
14-year-old boy dead after being shot during armed robbery in Lakewood
A teenage perpetrator was gunned down Saturday night near Route 88; a suspect is in custody. LAKEWOOD, NJ – A 14-year-old boy has died after being shot during what police believe was…
Your guide to St. Patrick’s Day parades and celebrations across New Jersey
From Sussex County to the Jersey Shore, towns across the Garden State are going green for a weekend of parades, music, and family fun. TRENTON, NJ – Communities across New Jersey will…
New Jersey weather forecast: Cold start to the week followed by midweek warm-up
The Garden State will see a frigid Monday before a midweek storm system brings rain and a temporary surge into the 60s. TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey residents will start the week…
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…
Toms River recreation offers hands-on science and cooking classes for kids this March
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Young explorers and aspiring chefs in Toms River have a chance to dive into discovery and creativity this March with two engaging youth programs hosted by Toms River…
Poll finds 70% of voters support voter ID ahead of 2026 midterms
TRENTON, NJ – A new Cygnal National Voter Trends poll shows strong bipartisan support for voter identification requirements and continued voter trust in Republicans on major issues including the economy, immigration, and…
Lakewood police to increase patrols after U.S. attack on Iran
LAKEWOOD, NJ – The Lakewood Police Department announced enhanced patrols throughout the township this week as global tensions rise between Israel and Iran. While officials emphasize that there are no known threats…
Luxury and lifestyle meet in Toms River’s $1.8M Castle Park estate sale
TOMS RIVER, NJ – The final week of February brought another wave of high-value home sales across Toms River, but one property stood out above the rest — a North Dover masterpiece…
Bill Clinton had no idea Jeffrey Epstein was engaged in criminal activity, said relationship was professional
The former president told lawmakers he “saw nothing and did nothing wrong,” while defending his wife against renewed scrutiny. Washington, D.C. – Former President Bill Clinton told members of the House Oversight…
Teacher charged after knife found in desk drawer at Neptune Middle School
Officials say a large stainless-steel knife was discovered in the teacher’s desk drawer during a police investigation. Freehold, N.J. – A Point Pleasant Beach man employed as a teacher in Neptune Township…
Governor Mikie Sherrill vows to block federal plan for ICE detention facility in Roxbury Township
The governor accuses the Trump Administration and DHS of “chilling disregard for human life” in letter to Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem. Trenton, N.J. – Governor Mikie Sherrill is taking direct aim…
New Jersey orders heightened security at houses of worship after U.S. bombs Iran
State officials say no specific threats exist, but law enforcement presence will rise across sensitive locations to protect Christian and Jewish houses of worship against retaliatory attacks. Trenton, N.J. – New Jersey…
Expose it all! YouTuber who exposed Minnesota childcare talks fraud in Lakewood, New Jersey
A video that made it seem like YouTuber Nick Shirley was in Lakewood turned out to be wishful thinking after stirring debate online. Correction: This report has been updated to provide clarity…
Trump’s migrant CDL ban would not save New Jerseyans from people like Raul Luna Perez who killed Lakewood mother and child
The proposed federal bill aims to bar undocumented immigrants from obtaining commercial driver’s licenses, but opponents note that several deadly crashes in New Jersey involved drivers with standard licenses. Trenton, N.J. –…
Route 13 bridge over Point Pleasant Canal to reopen Saturday after emergency repairs
NJDOT says the Loveland Town Bridge will resume full service February 28 following safety work on its support cables. Point Pleasant, N.J. – The Route 13/Bridge Avenue Bridge connecting Point Pleasant and…