New Jersey’s American Dream Is Becoming Too Expensive for Young Families
For generations, New Jersey represented the promise of the American Dream—a good job, a starter home, quality schools, safe neighborhoods, and the opportunity to build wealth through homeownership. Today, that dream is…
Perfect weather finally arrives in New Jersey after weeks of rain, heat, and humidity
New Jersey is in for a rare and extended stretch of ideal summer weather, with sunshine, mild breezes, and low humidity dominating the forecast well into next weekend. After weeks of relentless…
Teen suffers critical injuries after rope swing fall at Hidden Lake in Manchester Township
A 16-year-old boy was critically injured Wednesday after falling from a rope swing at Hidden Lake in Manchester Township, prompting a massive emergency response complicated by rugged terrain and limited access. At…
Some Toms River Councilmembers Say Veterans Lack Skills to Be Police Officers, Citing PTSD, Violence, Training
by Phil Stilton (USMC 1991-1995) TOMS RIVER, NJ – American veterans are not fit to serve as police officers in Toms River. That was the loud and clear message delivered by anti-veteran…
Illegal alien charged with stalking in Ocean County
TOMS RIVER — An illegal alien is in custody in Ocean County following multiple charges of stalking and violating court orders, according to inmate records released Thursday. Julio Avila-Garrido, who was booked…
New Jersey braces for more flash flooding on Thursday
MOUNT HOLLY, N.J. — A widespread threat of flash flooding is expected across New Jersey on Thursday, with the National Weather Service placing much of the region under a Moderate Risk for…
Toms River Mayor Blasts Murphy Appointed Prosecutor as “Far Left Liberal” for Opposing Veterans’ Preference to be a Cop
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick wants to bolster the experience level of his town’s police department with more seasoned veteran police officers and military veterans, but Ocean County…
Brutal heat continues in New Jersey as air quality alert extended for parts of state
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey is sweltering under an intense heat wave Wednesday, with temperatures expected to reach 98 degrees and heat index values soaring as high as 104. The National Weather…
Red Bank Man Who Killed Lakewood Mother and Child in Drunk Driving Crash is an Illegal Immigrant
LAKEWOOD, NJ — A Red Bank man charged in a drunk driving crash that killed a woman and an 11-year-old girl and seriously injured another child is in the United States illegally,…
Tiny racers take big wins at Wildwoods baby crawl and waddle
Babies crawl and waddle to glory in Wildwoods’ annual contest THE WILDWOODS, N.J. — Diapers, determination, and a dash to the finish line took center stage Tuesday as babies from across the…
Ocean County convenience store hands out massive lottery prize
TRENTON, NJ – A Quick Draw ticket sold in Barnegat hit for 20 percent of the progressive jackpot, awarding one lucky New Jersey Lottery player $144,572 in the July 29 drawing. The…
Brick’s SummerFest 2025 finale set for July 31 with 80s vs. 90s concert and fireworks
BRICK TOWNSHIP — Brick Township will close out its 30th annual SummerFest series on Thursday, July 31 with a high-energy showdown of music’s most iconic decades, followed by a fireworks display over…
Progressives Clash With Climate Activists as New Flood Rule Would Negatively Impact Affordable Housing Mandates
TRENTON, N.J. — A major rulemaking initiative to fortify New Jersey against rising sea levels and increasing flood risks is facing both pushback and support as the state nears a key decision…
Environmental Group Claims Strong Correlation Between Offshore Wind and Whale Deaths
ASBURY PARK, N.J. — A coalition of environmental groups is demanding the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) revoke its permits for the Empire Wind project, alleging the agency relied on outdated…
Raul Luna-Perez kills woman and young girl in suspected Lakewood DWI crash
LAKEWOOD, N.J. — A Red Bank man has been charged with two counts of vehicular homicide and assault by auto following a fatal crash late Saturday night that left a woman and…
Busy and burned out? APF Coaching offers sustainable fitness for real life schedules
OLD BRIDGE — As more Americans struggle to balance work, family, and health, APF Coaching is positioning itself as a solution for those seeking sustainable weight loss without resorting to crash diets…
Jackson shelter dogs in need of adoption
JACKSON, N.J. — The Northern Ocean County Animal Facility is operating at full capacity as surrenders and stray dogs continue to arrive each day. The shelter reported that all dogs currently available…
Thousands of Illegal Aliens Linked to Drug Cartels to be Held at New Jersey Military Base
Alien detainees linked to drug cartels may be held at Joint Base in New Jersey under new federal plan TOMS RIVER, NJ — Non-citizens suspected of ties to transnational criminal organizations or…
Three dogs stuck in limbo at Ocean County shelter
JACKSON, NJ — The Northern Ocean County Animal Facility is seeking urgent help from approved 501(c)(3) rescue organizations for three dogs currently on its “rescue only” list. The facility reported that Raven,…
Axe-wielding arsonist from Toms River sentenced to state prison
TOMS RIVER, NJ — A 51-year-old man from Toms River has been sentenced to three years in New Jersey State Prison for multiple crimes, including aggravated assault and arson, prosecutors announced Friday.…
Trump Takes Action to Tackle Homeless and Mental Health Crisis in America
TOMS RIVER, NJ — Help might be coming from the White House to tackle New Jersey’s gorwing homeless and mental health crisis. This week, an exective order was signed that will bolster…
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