Community News

MANCHESTER, N.J. — The 12th annual Penguin Plunge at Harry Wright Lake brought together Manchester police officers, school district staff, and community members for a fundraising event this past weekend. …

JACKSON, N.J. — A 14-year-old Jackson Soccer Club player is turning his passion for the game into an opportunity to help others. Liam Kohute, who has been playing soccer since …

WALL TOWNSHIP, N.J. – U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers from the New York Field Office and the Port of New York/Newark will conduct in-person interviews for conditionally approved …

TRENTON, N.J. — From the boardwalks to the suburbs, St. Patrick’s Day celebrations are taking over New Jersey in March with parades across the state. Festivities will feature bagpipers, Irish …

SOUTH TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A South Toms River man has been charged with murder after authorities say he killed his wife in their home Saturday night. Gustavo Juarez-Perez, 38, …

JACKSON, N.J. — A highway in Jackson Township will be dedicated in honor of Officer Robert “Robbie” Ventura, who died in the line of duty on March 18, 2001. The …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Raymond James Ryan, a longtime principal of Toms River High School North and a respected community leader, died Thursday at the age of 83. Ryan, who …

FANWOOD, N.J. — The Fanwood Police Benevolent Association has launched a fundraiser to support the family of Officer Carlos Gonzalez, who passed away on March 5 after a long battle …

LODI, N.J. — The family of Ezra Sanchez, a 17-year-old Lodi High School senior who died in a car accident on March 2, is receiving an outpouring of support from …

HOWELL TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Howell police have designated four “Target Enforcement Areas” in response to resident complaints about traffic violations, the department announced. The areas include Salem Hill Road, Arnold …

JACKSON, N.J. — The Jackson Liberty High School cheerleading team secured the state championship title on February 23, 2025, while also earning the prestigious Sportsmanship Award. A week later, the …

BRICK, N.J. — The Crate Team for Brick has announced its Democratic candidates for the upcoming municipal election, with Mayor Lisa Crate and Councilwoman Heather deJong seeking re-election alongside council …

JACKSON, N.J. — The Jackson Township Council recognized Innovative Martial Arts as its Small Business of the Month for January 2025, highlighting the school’s contributions to the community. Councilman Giuseppe …

ASBURY PARK, N.J. — The Asbury Park Police Department has announced road closures and parking restrictions for the 2025 St. Patrick’s Day Parade, set to take place Sunday, March 9, …

BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Residents will have the opportunity to meet and engage with local police officers during the Brick Township Police Department’s “Coffee with a Cop” event on March …

WASHINGTON — There won’t be any medals given out for fighting the war on climate and today, one of those programs funded by the Department of Defense has been cut …

Washington, D.C. – March 4, 2025 – In a bizarre and widely mocked display of political coordination, 22 Democratic U.S. Senators posted nearly identical videos to their social media accounts …

New Jersey offers aid to federal workers affected by layoffs TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development (NJDOL) is assisting federal workers impacted by recent …

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — The Jackson Township Council and Mayor Michael Reina recently have submitted multiple grant applications aimed at enhancing park infrastructure and are preparing to apply for additional …

JACKSON, N.J. — The Jackson Township Municipal Utilities Authority (MUA) has parted ways with Van Cleef Engineering Associates and its lead engineer, Robert Chankalian, appointing the larger firm Remington & …

TRENTON, NJ – If taxes are your main concern, Governor Phil Murphy has made it clear, New Jersey is not the state for you. During his seven years in office, …

JACKSON, N.J. – The Jackson Township Council held a public hearing Thursday, February 28, on a new ordinance aimed at safety and regulating low-speed electric bicycles and motorized bicycles within …

Kenilworth, NJ – Conservative activist Scott Presler, widely credited with helping flip Pennsylvania red in the 2024 presidential election, has set his sights on New Jersey, aiming to repeat his …

RICHMOND, VA — Oasthouse Ventures Ltd., a UK-based sustainable business development firm, will invest $104.8 million to establish its first U.S. controlled environment agriculture operation in Carroll County, Virginia, Governor …

Sergeant Scott Rios is retiring from the Clarkstown Police Department after more than 26 years in law enforcement, officials announced Wednesday. Rios began his career with the New York City …