Lakewood Police Department Hosts 19th Annual Youth Police Academy

LAKEWOOD, NJ — The Lakewood Police Department is inviting local middle school students to participate in the 19th annual Youth Police Academy, a free educational program aimed at fostering relationships between police…

June 5, 2024

New York Suspends Congestion Tax on New Jersey Commuters

NEW YORK, NY — Governor Kathy Hochul announced on Wednesday the suspension of the congestion pricing initiative slated to commence soon in Manhattan’s Central Business District. Governor Hochul cited the potential for…

June 5, 2024

Toy Store Chain Opens Shop in Jackson

JACKSON, NJ – Jackson Township now has a toy store. It’s been a while since the Jackson Hobby Shop closed its doors, but a New York-based chain, Toys2Discover is now open in…

June 5, 2024

Fugitive Wanted for Assaulting Cop in South Jersey

GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ – Local police are on the lookout for an individual identified as “Suspect 001” following an incident at the Gloucester Township Day festivities. The disturbance occurred on the evening…

June 5, 2024

Woman Attacked Inside Columbus Circle Station

NEW YORK, NY – An assault occurred at Columbus Circle and West 59th Street on Tuesday, May 21, at approximately 2:24 PM. A 35-year-old woman was attacked while exiting the train station,…

June 5, 2024

Embattled Plumsted Mayor Tossed in Tuesday’s Primary Election

PLUMSTED, NJ – Plumsted Mayor Domonick Cuozo and Councilman Michael Hammerstone were defeated by challengers James Hagelstein and Thomas Potter in Tuesday’s GOP primary election. Cuozzo secured just 16% of the vote…

June 5, 2024

Trump Endorsed Candidate Loses Bid for U.S. Senate in New Jersey

TRENTON, NJ — The MAGA movement for U.S. Senate in New Jersey has been defeated, dealing former U.S. President Donald Trump an embarrassing defeat in the Garden State. Instead of his endorsed…

June 5, 2024

Ocean Water Temps at the Jersey Shore Remain Cold, But That Should Change Soon

Chilly Waters: Why New Jersey’s Ocean Temperatures Are Cool in June SEASIDE HEIGHTS, NJ — As New Jersey beachgoers dip their toes into the ocean this June, they might find the water…

June 5, 2024

New Express Kosher Pizzeria Opens in Former Destino’s Spot in Jackson

JACKSON, NJ—Say Cheese! A Kosher-based pizzeria out of New York has opened a shop in the former County Line Road pizzeria that used to be Destino’s. Destino’s has had a great run…

June 5, 2024

Jackson Maintenance Worker Who Stole from Residents at Jackson Twenty-One Sentenced

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ — Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer has confirmed the sentencing of Troy Jones, a 59-year-old resident of Jackson Township, to a 364-day jail term as part of a…

June 5, 2024

Toms River Teen High on Weed and Drunk When She Crashed and Killed Friend in Overturn Crash

TOMS RIVER, NJ — Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced the arrest of 18-year-old Kailyn Gorga from Toms River, who faces charges of Vehicular Homicide and Assault by Auto. The charges…

June 5, 2024

Hackensack Police Find Lost Shepherd Dog, Seek Owner

HACKENSACK, NJ — The Hackensack Police Department is reaching out to the community to locate the owner of a Shepherd dog found earlier today near Orchard St. Described as a beautiful animal…

June 5, 2024

Toms River Mayor Scores Major Victory in GOP Primary Election

TOMS RIVER, NJ—Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick scored a major victory Tuesday night when his aligned candidate, William Byrne, defeated Mo Hill-aligned challenger Kevin Geoghegan in the Republican primary election. “First, I…

June 6, 2024

New Jersey Trump Camper Crashes in Staten Island, Couple Survived, But Homeless

STATEN ISLAND, NY — A couple selling pro-Donald Trump merchandise is now homeless after their bus crashed into street signs and utility poles around noon on Sunday in Staten Island. The incident…

June 4, 2024

Toms River Man Found Dead After Boat Runs Aground in Raritan Bay

RARITAN BAY, NJ — Kenneth Halvorsen Jr., a 53-year-old man from Toms River, was pronounced dead after being found unresponsive on a boat that had run aground in Raritan Bay, as confirmed…

June 4, 2024

Soccer Penalty in New Jersey Leads to Player Pulling Gun on Opponent

SECAUCUS, NJ — A heated moment at a local soccer game led to the arrest of 34-year-old Reda Benyamin of Jersey City, after he allegedly pointed a handgun at another player during…

June 4, 2024

Police Investigating Serious Weekend Crash in Manchester

MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ — On Sunday, at around 3:02 PM, Manchester Township Police were called to the scene of a collision at the intersection of State Highway 70 and County Road 571.…

June 4, 2024

New Jersey Cop Rescues Girl, Pets from Burning Home

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ — The Atlantic City Police Department has announced the release of body-worn camera footage showcasing the heroic actions of Officer Riley Flynn, who rescued a teenage girl and several…

June 4, 2024

New Beginnings Await for Kimmie, a Resilient Pup in Need of a Loving Home

FORKED RIVER, NJ—Kimmie, a young dog who has spent much of her life in a shelter, is ready for a fresh start with a loving family. Arriving at Associated Humane Popcorn Park…

June 4, 2024

Morris County Smoke Shop Sells $295K Jersey Cash 5

TRENTON, NJ – There was a lucky ticket that matched all of the five numbers drawn to win the $295,481 Jersey Cash 5 jackpot for the June 3rd, drawing. The winning Jersey…

June 4, 2024

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