DHS Says Canadian Woman Who Hit Child on Boardwalk Facing Multiple Charges, Deportation
POINT PLEASANT BEACH, N.J. – The U.S. Department of Homeland Security on Thursday identified Kaitlyn Tracey as a Canadian citizen who allegedly overstayed her U.S. visa before being arrested in connection with…
They’re Here: Mexican Drug Cartel Member Arrested in Lakewood Township
LAKEWOOD, N.J. — Federal immigration authorities arrested a Mexican national with ties to the Cartel del Noreste on Sunday in Ocean County, officials said. ICE is officially operating in Ocean County. Jose…
New Jersey Redditors seek non-triggering alternatives to MAGA-infested beach escapes along the shore
ASBURY PARK, N.J. — With summer in full swing, a growing number of New Jersey beachgoers are turning to online forums for advice on where to enjoy the shore without crossing paths…
Blondie frontwoman Debbie Harry turns 80, still a punk icon from NYC to NJ
NEW YORK, N.Y. — Debbie Harry, the groundbreaking lead singer of Blondie and a defining voice of New York’s punk and new wave scene, turned 80 on Monday, marking a milestone for…
Roy Rogers opens third New Jersey location as classic chain mounts Garden State revival
CHERRY HILL, N.J. — Roy Rogers Restaurants has officially opened its third New Jersey location, continuing its comeback in the Garden State with a new outpost in Cherry Hill. The classic American…
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…
Asbury Park Lifeguard Stabbed by Runaway Umbrella
ASBURY PARK, N.J. — An 18-year-old female lifeguard at the 3rd Avenue beach in Asbury Park is recovering after being impaled by a runaway beach umbrella stake during her morning shift Wednesday,…
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…
USDA warns Cranbury officials to halt planned seizure of 175-year old 21-acre historic New Jersey farm
CRANBURY, N.J. — The U.S. Department of Agriculture has issued a formal warning to the Cranbury Township Council, urging officials to delay action on a proposed plan to seize and redevelop a…
Ocean County GOP avoids firm support for Ciattarelli after endorsed candidate demolished in June primary
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Ocean County Republican Organization has yet to fully throw its support behind Jack Ciattarelli, the GOP nominee for New Jersey governor, following the defeat of its endorsed…
Five Ways Mikie Sherrill Can Defeat Jack Ciattarelli in a New Jersey November Landslide
New Jersey’s 2025 gubernatorial race is a showdown, with Rep. Mikie Sherrill (D) squaring off against former Assemblyman Jack Ciattarelli (R). With Jack Ciattarelli and most sane and knowledgeable voters fixated on…
Manchester officers honored for bravery at Ocean County 200 Club awards
MANCHESTER, N.J. — Several Manchester Township police officers were recognized this week for their heroism and dedication during the 2025 Valor, Life-Saving, and Meritorious Service Awards Ceremony hosted by the 200 Club…
Fair Lawn student sworn in as Chief for a Day
FAIR LAWN, NJ — The Fair Lawn Police Department hosted a special event Thursday, swearing in 14-year-old David Parian, a student from Memorial Middle School, as Chief for a Day. The day…
Whale Watching in Cape May: Nature’s Spectacle on the Jersey Shore
Nestled at the southern tip of New Jersey, Cape May offers more than its iconic Victorian architecture and beautiful beaches — it’s also one of the finest whale watching destinations on the…
All eyes are on Manchester as Ocean County’s next big development rush begins
MANCHESTER, N.J. — Manchester Township is rapidly becoming the center of attention in Ocean County’s latest real estate boom, as developers and investors target the town’s abundant open space and affordable land…
Two men charged with murder of U.S. Marine Peter Chounthala in California
BELLFLOWER, Calif. — Two men have been charged with murder in the 2024 killing of active-duty U.S. Marine Peter Chounthala, who was fatally struck by a vehicle after being assaulted and left…
Major Wind Company Wants Out of Phil Murphy’s Offshore Energy Project
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — Atlantic Shores Offshore Wind, a joint venture between Shell and EDF Renewables, is seeking to withdraw from its flagship New Jersey offshore wind project just months after publicly…
Meet Officer Scooby, Woodbury’s Newest Police Recruit
WOODBURY, NJ — The Woodbury City Police Department has welcomed its newest member, a two-year-old yellow Labrador Retriever named Scooby, who will serve as the department’s Community Resource Canine. Scooby was trained…
Pope Leo appoints new auxiliary bishop for Newark Archdiocese as Bishop Studerus retires
NEWARK, N.J. — Pope Leo XIV has named Reverend Pedro Bismarck Chau as the new Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Newark, the Vatican announced Friday, while also accepting the resignation of…
Huge Cuts, No Tax Increase: Toms River Slashes $11 Million from Municipal Budget
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Mayor Dan Rodrick introduced a municipal budget on Wednesday that includes no increase in the municipal tax rate and cuts the budget from $146 million to $135 million,…
Akron firefighters rescue trapped baby goose from storm sewer
AKRON, Ohio – A baby goose was rescued from a storm sewer Tuesday afternoon after a concerned citizen flagged down an Akron police officer for help, the department announced on social media.…
