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

Brick Township War Hero Killed in Action Twenty Years Ago Honored Today

BRICK, NJ – It was twenty years ago when residents of Ocean County learned that a local National Guard soldier, Chris Duffy was killed in action by an IED in Iraq. Duffy…

June 4, 2024

New Jersey Judge Attacks Police During Sentencing of Rookie Newark Cop

NEWARK, N.J. — The President of the New Jersey State Policemen’s Benevolent Association, Peter Andreyev, issued a statement strongly criticizing Superior Court Judge Michael L. Ravin’s comments during the sentencing of former…

June 4, 2024

Safe and Sound, Elderly Labrador Rescued and Waiting for Owner at AHS Popcorn Park

BARNEGAT, NJ—An elderly, neutered Labrador was found this Sunday morning in a rural part of Barnegat. The dog appeared very weak, dirty, and disheveled, necessitating immediate care. He wandered up to a…

June 4, 2024

Lane Blocked Due to Crash on Garden State Parkway in Lakewood

LAKEWOOD TWP, NJ – A crash this morning on the Garden State Parkway has resulted in a lane blockage near Lakewood Township. The New Jersey Turnpike Authority reported the incident as occurring…

June 4, 2024

Traffic Alert: Lane Closures Due to Crash on Outerbridge Crossing

PERTH AMBOY, NJ – A recent crash on the Outerbridge Crossing has resulted in partial lane blockage, affecting eastbound traffic. T he Port Authority of New York and New Jersey reported the…

June 4, 2024

Traffic Update: Crash Cleared on Garden State Parkway

CLARK TWP, NJ – A traffic incident that occurred earlier today on the Garden State Parkway has been resolved. The New Jersey Turnpike Authority reported a crash southbound south of Exit 136…

June 4, 2024

Phil Murphy’s Plan To Stop People From Escaping New Jersey is a Failure, Opponent Says

TRENTON, NJ – Senate Republican Leader Anthony M. Bucco expressed disappointment over the failure of the StayNJ Task Force to address critical funding issues for the property tax relief program. Bucco highlighted…

June 4, 2024

New Jersey to Celebrate World’s Largest Annual Music Event on June 21

NEW JERSEY—Make Music Day, the world’s largest annual music event, will be celebrated across New Jersey on Friday, June 21, featuring hundreds of free outdoor music-making events. Supported by the New Jersey…

June 3, 2024

Police Capture Sleeping Man Who Fled Cops on Kayak

BRICK, NJ – After an extensive search, authorities have successfully located and arrested Christopher Therien, who was previously reported missing and endangered. Therien was found following his unexpected escape from police, where…

June 3, 2024

North Plainfield Police Seek Help Identifying Assault Suspects

NORTH PLAINFIELD, NJ – The North Plainfield Police Department is calling for public assistance in identifying suspects involved in an assault that occurred on June 2, 2024, at around 11:50 PM. The…

June 3, 2024

Fatal Collision Under Investigation in Old Bridge

OLD BRIDGE, NJ – Middlesex County Prosecutor Yolanda Ciccone and Chief Thomas J. Montagna of the Old Bridge Police Department are currently investigating a fatal crash that occurred early this morning. The…

June 3, 2024

Recognize This Car? Newark Police Seeking Suspects in Violent Robbery

NEWARK, NJ – The Newark Public Safety Director, Fritz G. Fragé, is calling for public assistance in identifying three suspects involved in a robbery on May 31, 2024. The incident took place…

June 3, 2024

New Jersey Law to Bar Criminal Background Checks, Penalties for Denying Religious Headwear

TRENTON, NJ – Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin, in conjunction with the Division on Civil Rights (DCR), announced the proposal of a new rule aimed at clarifying the legal boundaries of disparate…

June 3, 2024

Spotlight on Toms River Fire/EMS Dispatch Team

TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Toms River Bureau of Fire Prevention is highlighting the crucial role of its Fire/EMS Dispatch division. This dedicated team consists of four full-time and twelve part-time dispatchers…

June 3, 2024

Traffic Update: Crash Closes Intersection in Marlboro Township

MARLBORO TOWNSHIP, NJ – A recent motor vehicle accident has resulted in the closure of the intersection at Robertsville Road and Ryan Road. The Marlboro Township Police Department reported the incident one…

June 4, 2024

Trump Calls on Republicans in Ocean County to Vote Off Party Line in U.S. Senate Primary

TOMS RIVER, NJ—The Ocean County GOP has officially endorsed Curtis Bashaw for the U.S. Senate and will ask voters to cast their ballots for the locally endorsed candidate over the next week.…

June 3, 2024

Fire at Jackson Twenty-One Damages Two Units, Police Officers Injured

JACKSON, NJ – A fire early Saturday morning at The Ponds at Jackson 21 apartment complex resulted in injuries to three police officers and one civilian. Authorities were alerted to the incident…

June 3, 2024

Traffic Warning: 45 Minute Backup at the Holland Tunnel

JERSEY CITY, NJ – The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey has reported delays at the Holland Tunnel South Tube eastbound on the New Jersey side. All lanes are currently…

June 4, 2024

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