Sunny and Mild Weekend Expected in New Jersey

TRENTON, N.J. — Residents of New Jersey can expect a pleasant weekend with sunny skies and mild temperatures, according to the latest weather forecasts. Today, the region will see clear skies with…

August 23, 2024

Morning Commuter Report: Traffic Delays on New Jersey Highways

EAST BRUNSWICK, N.J. — Commuters across New Jersey faced delays this morning due to several incidents on major highways. As of 7:30 a.m., a disabled truck on the northbound outer roadway of…

August 23, 2024

Asbury Park Man Indicted for Murder in 2022 Toms River Shooting

TOMS RIVER, N.J. – Eric Manzanares, 24, of Asbury Park, has been indicted by an Ocean County Grand Jury on charges related to the fatal shooting of Nymere Tinsley, 25, of Brick…

August 22, 2024

Fire truck racing to the emergency scene. File Photo

Electrical Fire at Toms River Apartment Complex Displaces Residents

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — An electrical issue at the Silver Ridge Apartments in Toms River led to the evacuation of residents from ten apartments Tuesday evening after a smoking transformer posed significant…

August 22, 2024

Governor Murphy to Lead Economic Mission to Canada to Promote New Jersey’s Film and Tech Industries

TRENTON, N.J. — Governor Phil Murphy will lead a high-profile delegation on a four-day economic mission to Canada in September, aiming to enhance New Jersey’s economic ties with its northern neighbor. The…

August 22, 2024

Lakewood Firefighters Receive $75,000 Grant for Essential Protective Equipment

LAKEWOOD, N.J. — The Lakewood Board of Fire Commissioners, along with Fire Chief Jonathan Yahr, announced that the Lakewood Fire Department has been awarded a $75,000 grant under the American Rescue Plan…

August 22, 2024

Two Missing Girls Reported in Gloucester Township

GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, N.J. — The Gloucester Township Police Department is seeking public assistance in locating two missing juveniles, Zadia Kharfan and Nicolette Marchetti, who were reported missing in separate incidents from the…

August 22, 2024

Fugitive Wanted for Violent Carjacking of Woman in Newark

Newark Public Safety Director Fritz Fragé requests the public’s help identifying the suspect pictured below, who assaulted a victim and carjacked her moped on August 13, 2024. At approximately 2 p.m., the…

August 22, 2024

Cone With A Cop Event Brings Community And Police Together In Monroe Township

MONROE TOWNSHIP, N.J. — The Monroe Township Police Department celebrated a successful “Cone With A Cop” event at Stio’s Water Ice & Ice Cream, strengthening ties with the local community. Held on…

August 22, 2024

New Jersey Surfer Bodyslammed by Cops for Not Displaying His Beach Badge

BELMAR, NJ – A day of surfing at Belmar Beach, NJ, took a surprising turn when a surfer was roughed up and detained by police, all because his beach badge wasn’t properly…

August 22, 2024

Jackson Township Partners with EMEX to Secure Competitive Electricity Rates

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, August 16, 2024 – Jackson Township has successfully renewed its Main Load Electricity third-party supply through a partnership with EMEX, a division of Mantis Innovation, utilizing EMEX’s proprietary Reverse Auction…

August 22, 2024

Rodrick Turns Down Urban Infrastructure Grant to Stop Downtown Toms River City Plan

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick has turned down an urban infrastructure grant that would have laid the foundation to turn the downtown village area into a bustling urbanized…

August 22, 2024

Man Indicted for Brutal Machete Killing of Ex-Girlfriend in Wall Township

FREEHOLD, N.J. — A Wall Township man has been indicted by a Monmouth County grand jury on charges including first-degree murder in connection with the gruesome machete attack that claimed the life…

August 21, 2024

Black Bear Reported Near Tamaques Park in Westfield

WESTFIELD, N.J. — A black bear was reportedly spotted on the Seward Avenue path leading into Tamaques Park earlier today, prompting an alert from the Westfield Police Department. According to the department,…

August 21, 2024

Jackson Township Spearheads Renovation Efforts for High School Fieldhouse

JACKSON, NJ — Despite some initial setbacks and red tape within the Jackson School District, Jackson Township Council President Jennifer Kuhn said she and other volunteers are continuing their effort to raise…

August 21, 2024

New Jersey Congressman William Pascrell Dead at 87 After Bout With Illness

PATERSON, NJ — William J. Pascrell Jr., a stalwart of New Jersey politics who represented his state in the U.S. House of Representatives for 14 terms, passed away today at the age…

August 21, 2024

Daring Rescue Saves Two Fisherman Stranded on the Barnegat Inlet Jetty During Passing Tropical Storm

BARNEGAT LIGHT, N.J. — On Sunday, the U.S. Coast Guard rescued two men who became stranded on the south jetty of Barnegat Inlet as the tide, driven by the remnants of Tropical…

August 21, 2024

Police Respond to ‘Shots Fired’ at Freehold Mall Movie Theater

FREEHOLD TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A report of “shots fired” at the AMC movie theater on Trotters Way late Tuesday night led to a significant police response. Still, authorities have since determined that…

August 21, 2024

Annual Town-Wide Yard Sale Set for September 7 in Brick Township

BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — The 4th Annual Town-Wide Yard Sale in Brick Township is scheduled for Saturday, September 7, with nearly 200 homes already registered to participate. Organizers anticipate more households joining…

August 21, 2024

Harris Promises to Lower Costs for Groceries in New Jersey When Elected

TRENTON, NJ—Good news, New Jersey: Lower food bills are just one vote away in November, according to Vice President Kamala Harris. Harris said last night that she would lower food costs for…

August 21, 2024

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