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TRENTON, NJ – Since its implementation on May 4, 2022, New Jersey’s “Get Past Plastic” law has been hailed by some as a bold step toward environmental protection, but for …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Mayor Daniel Rodrick is pleased to announce that Toms River will meet its fourth round of the state’s affordable housing obligation without committing to any additional …

New Jersey finally has some true equity and and equality. A massive energy rate hike is affecting all residents the same, no matter what their religion, race, gender, sexual preference …

BEACHWOOD, N.J. — The Beachwood Soccer Field, originally slated to reopen in June following renovations, will now remain closed until approximately August 30, according to an updated notice from the …

JACKSON, N.J. — Ocean County residents will have the opportunity to safely dispose of personal documents in Jackson Township on Saturday, June 7, as part of the county’s 2025 Residential …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A U.S. Navy sailor from New Jersey is making a public plea for the return of his dog after learning the pet was given away without …

Jackson Township’s summer concert series opens Thursday night with a live performance by The Remedy Band, marking the first event in the Jackson Recreation Summer Concert Series. The concert is …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Cruisin’ Downtown, the annual summer car show series, is set to roll back into Toms River this month, transforming downtown streets into a retro celebration of …

RIDGEWOOD, N.J. — The village of Ridgewood has enacted new restrictions on wildlife feeding on private property, becoming the first municipality in New Jersey to impose local limits on bird …

SEASIDE HEIGHTS, NJ — Newly discovered footage from 1985 reveals a nostalgic portrait of Seaside Heights before it became nationally known for reality TV, crowded summers, and boardwalk chaos. Released …

DOVER, DE — A 53-year-old woman was pepper-sprayed and robbed Saturday evening while waiting at a bus stop on the 800 block of White Oak Road, according to the Dover …

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 …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — In a letter to residents, Toms River Ward 4 Councilman David Ciccozzi voiced support for a county-operated homeless shelter while sharply criticizing Mayor Dan Rodrick’s handling …

TRENTON, N.J. — State officials are warning New Jersey residents about a new SMiShing scam involving fraudulent text messages that impersonate the state’s Motor Vehicle Commission and EZ-Pass. According to …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Greater Toms River Chamber of Commerce will hold its Annual Scholarship Reception on Monday from 6 to 9 p.m. at Bacchus Winemaking Club on Route …

NORTH ARLINGTON, N.J. — Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin, C.Ss.R., Archbishop of Newark, led a Memorial Day Mass on Monday at Holy Cross Cemetery to honor U.S. military personnel who died …

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 …

UPPER MARLBORO, Md. — A casket left on the side of a road in Upper Marlboro triggered confusion and alarm Thursday, prompting a swift response from Prince George’s County officials. …

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — In a heartbreaking twist of fate, a sweet black-and-white pit bull named Sasha slipped away from her forever family just moments after being adopted — mere …

EDISON, N.J. — Albatross, promoted as the world’s largest indoor-themed mini putting and luxury bowling destination, will hold its grand opening celebration on Wednesday, June 18 from 11 a.m. to …

Manchester, NJ – In a deal sparking ethical scrutiny, Republican megadonor and Lakewood attorney Larry Bathgate sold 89.57 acres of Pinelands property on Ridgeway Road to the Ocean County Natural …

AUDUBON, Pa. — PJM Interconnection is pushing back on recent claims made by New Jersey gubernatorial candidate Mikie Sherrill, calling her statements about the region’s electricity grid and energy pricing …

NEWARK, N.J. — More than 200 couples from across North Jersey will be honored Sunday during a special Jubilee Wedding Anniversary Mass at the Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart, …

NEW YORK — Former White House Press Secretary Kayleigh McEnany and her husband, Major League Baseball pitcher Sean Gilmartin, have announced they are expecting a baby girl as their third …

In the heated race for New Jersey’s 2025 Republican gubernatorial primary, a controversy has emerged over campaign advertisements from candidate Bill Spadea, which some voters and political observers claim are …