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…
Truck crashes through Wildwood boardwalk, police release video
NORTH WILDWOOD, NJ — A delivery truck crashed through the wooden boards of the North Wildwood boardwalk Monday evening, prompting a swift response from police and the release of surveillance footage showing…
Meet Ocean City’s newest cute and cuddly cops
OCEAN CITY, NJ — The Ocean City Police Department officially welcomed four new additions to its K-9 unit Thursday following the successful graduation of officers and their canine partners from a regional…
Seaside Park names new chief of police
SEASIDE PARK, N.J. — The Seaside Park Police Department has named Lt. Bryan McKay as its next Chief of Police following a formal promotion during the Borough Council meeting on Friday night.…
Dave and Buster’s Opening at the Freehold Mall in 10 days
FREEHOLD, N.J. — National arcade and restaurant chain Dave & Buster’s will open its doors at the Freehold Raceway Mall on Monday, May 12 at 11 a.m., marking the latest expansion of…
New Jersey residents don’t need to pay for spring garden soil and mulch, here’s how
TRENTON, NJ — As spring planting ramps up across the state, many New Jersey residents are spending heavily on topsoil, compost, mulch, and garden soil at home improvement and garden stores. But…
The hummingbirds are back in New Jersey—here’s how to welcome them safely
Each spring, like clockwork, ruby-throated hummingbirds return to New Jersey after a long migration from Central America. Their arrival is a joyful sign that warmer days are here, and for bird lovers…
Weather Alert: Hot, windy, and dry week ahead for New Jersey
TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey residents can expect sunny skies and warm temperatures today, but strong winds and dry conditions are raising alarms about an elevated wildfire risk across the state. According…
Wildwood’s Second Retro Wawa, Embraces Shore Town’s Doo-Wop Charm
WILDWOOD, NJ – Wildwood, known for its iconic 1950s and 1960s doo-wop architecture, will soon open a second Wawa store designed to celebrate the town’s retro heritage. The new store, replacing a…
Ocean County is home to the best donuts at the Jersey Shore
Ocean County, New Jersey, is a low-key paradise for donut lovers, with hidden gems and classic bakeries that can turn an ordinary morning into a sweet adventure. Start off in Toms River…
Farm to table restaurants at the Jersey Shore push the limits of creativity and freshness
The Jersey Shore, renowned for its picturesque coastline and vibrant communities, is also home to a burgeoning farm-to-table dining scene. This culinary movement emphasizes the use of locally sourced, seasonal ingredients, offering…
$500,000 Federal Funding for Lucy the Elephant Revoked by DOGE
MARGATE, NJ The iconic Lucy the Elephant, a 143-year-old National Historic Landmark, has found itself at the center of controversy after the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) abruptly rescinded $500,000 in discretionary…
New Jersey’s Top 10 vintage vinyl record stores
America celebrated Record Store Day on Saturday, but missing the annual celebration of vintage vinyl is no reason to not visit a record store any day of the year. Vinyl records continue…
Overwhelmed NJ shelter pleads for rescues as dog surrenders surge
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — An urgent call for help is coming out of the Northern Ocean County Animal Facility, where staff say the number of surrendered and abandoned dogs is rising daily…
News 12 camera crew assaulted by homeless man at Bon Jovi soup kitchen
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A News 12 New Jersey cameraman was allegedly attacked by a homeless man at the Toms River Library while filming a segment about a soup kitchen founded by…
Electric scooter suspected in Cape May basement blaze, officials say
CAPE MAY, N.J. — A fire that broke out in the basement of a Cape May home Thursday afternoon is believed to have been sparked by a charging electric scooter, according to…
Trout Season Kicks Off in New Jersey: Here Are the Top Stocked Fisheries to Explore
Anglers across the Garden State are gearing up for an exciting weekend as the 2025 spring trout season officially began today, Saturday, April 5, at 8 a.m. With more than 180,000 rainbow…
Sewerage Leak Prompts Water Ban in Asbury Park
ASBURY PARK, NJ — A sewerage leak originating in Asbury Park has been reported in Deal Lake, prompting warnings from surrounding municipalities. Officials notified the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection and…
Bomb Threat Made Against Wildwood Catholic Academy
NORTH WILDWOOD, N.J. — Police responded to a reported bomb threat at Wildwood Catholic Academy after a student allegedly made a troubling statement about bringing an explosive device to school, according to…
State lawmakers blast Dem utility hikes, call for nuclear energy alternative
TRENTON, N.J. — Members of the 9th Legislative District warned Friday that soaring electricity and natural gas rates have created a “full-blown crisis” in New Jersey, calling for immediate financial relief and…
Drug Trafficking Migrant Released During Biden Administration Captured at Jersey Shore Sanctuary City
LONG BRANCH, N.J. — U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents arrested a Brazilian national wanted for drug trafficking in his home country, authorities announced Wednesday. He was hiding out in New Jersey,…
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