Community News

TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Toms River Recreation Department is set to dazzle the community with its annual Easter Egg Hunt. Slated for Saturday, March 23, at Castle Park, this …

NEW YORKE, NY – Police were dispatched to 284 Sutter Avenue (Brownsville Houses) in response to a distressing 911 call reporting a male victim of a shooting. The incident occurred …

New Bill Proposes Expanded Domestic Violence Protections for Minors TRENTON, NJ – A significant legislative proposal seeks to broaden the scope of protections under New Jersey’s domestic violence statutes to …

TRENTON, NJ – Assemblywoman Aura K. Dunn of District 25 (Morris and Passaic) has introduced a bill mandating the closure of all New Jersey school districts on November 11th to …

Senate Bill No. 2930 Seeks to Revise New Jersey’s Open Public Records Act TRENTON, NJ – A motion driven by New Jersey Democrats which will likely garner bi-partisan support in …

New Jersey Assembly Bill No. 4835 Simplifies School Bus Operation Requirements TRENTON, NJ – The Assembly Transportation and Independent Authorities Committee has favorably reported on Assembly Bill No. 4835, a …

TRENTON, NJ – The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) Fish & Wildlife has announced its trout stocking and fishing schedule for the spring season. Pre-season trout stocking will …

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ—The Jackson Township Council has approved a resolution supporting the Jackson School District’s ongoing financial battle against the state of New Jersey. Town leaders and community members welcomed …

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ—The Jackson Township Police Department has announced plans to intensify traffic enforcement from January through September. This move aims to reduce motor vehicle crashes following a report of …

TRENTON, NJ — When you think of New Jersey, hiking might not be the first thing that enters your mind. With the weather starting to warm, spring is the best …

CLARKSTOWN, NY—The Clarkstown Police Department has announced the reopening of Central Highway following a temporary closure caused by a vehicle accident and subsequent fire. The incident, which resulted in minor …

PRINCE FREDERICK, MD—The Calvert County Sheriff’s Office reported a successful collaboration leading to the rescue of a bald eagle. The incident occurred early on March 9, when a driver on …

EVESHAM, NJ – The New Jersey Forest Fire Service has announced plans for a prescribed burn in the Black Run Preserve and nearby areas on Wednesday. Evesham Fire Department will …

New Jersey Launches Community Peacemaker Collaborative to Combat Rise in Bias and Hate TRENTON, NJ — In response to a significant increase in bias incidents, including antisemitism and Islamophobia, New …

MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ — Whiting Wildlife Management Area, spanning 1,211.91 acres in Manchester Township, Ocean County, serves as a vital pineland habitat. This acquisition, funded through license sales and supplemented …

TOWNSEND, DE — Delaware State Police Troop 9 has issued a Gold Alert for Rachel Freeman, a 55-year-old woman from Townsend, Delaware. Freeman was last observed at her residence on …

BETHLEHEM TOWNSHIP, PA — The Bethlehem Township Police Department announced the discovery of a lost dog on March 11 around 4 p.m. The dog was found in the 4000 block …

CLARKSTOWN, NY – The Clarkstown Police Department recently hosted a successful DARE Basketball Tournament at Felix Festa. Officers Mullins and Gavin were instrumental in organizing the event, which was attended …

PATERSON, NJ – In a recent initiative, the Paterson Police Ceasefire Unit announced that all officers are now equipped with contact cards to distribute during their interactions with residents. These …

Andy Kim Secures Victory in Mercer County Democratic Senate Primary Convention TRENTON, NJ – Andy Kim emerged victorious in the latest contest against New Jersey First Lady Tammy Murphy during …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard, the renowned frozen treats destination, is offering its guests a reason to celebrate on the first day of spring. The …

MARLBORO, NJ – Route 18 in the area of Tennent Road has been shut down. This comes after a dump truck crash that spilled its load across the highway forced …

FREEHOLD, NJ — The Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office reported that an Asbury Park man, Amando Miguel-Ortiz, has been convicted of the attempted murder of his ex-girlfriend, which occurred in March …

TRENTON, NJ—It’s no secret that New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy wants to ban the sale of gasoline-powered cars by 2035, just ten years from now. The governor’s goal is to …

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ — The Atlantic City Police Department celebrated the addition of 30 new police officers, the appointment of two retired officers as Special Law Enforcement Officers, Class III …