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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 …

JACKSON, NJ – The towering green giant that has ruled the skyline of Six Flags Great Adventure for nearly two decades is about to take its final bow—Kingda Ka, once …

JACKSON, N.J. – Jackson Memorial senior and team captain Dominique Lopez has made history as the first girls wrestler in the program to achieve 100 career wins. Lopez, a three-time …

BELLEVILLE, N.J. – The Township of Belleville has started removing parking meters along Washington Avenue, transitioning to the ParkMobile app for payments, police announced Monday. Motorists parking on Washington Avenue …

OCEAN CITY, NJ – If your idea of a Jersey Shore vacation includes lacing up the old rollerskates or rollerblades or taking to the street on your skateboard, you might …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Toms River Township Recreation Department, in partnership with USA Sport Group, is offering spring tennis lessons for children ages 3 to 14. The program runs …

PASADENA, Md. — Corporal Dubroc of the Anne Arundel County Police Department met with student-athletes at Northeast High School, sharing insights on leadership and teamwork with members of the Captains …

SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — Thousands of participants are set to take the plunge into the frigid Atlantic Ocean on Saturday as part of the annual Polar Bear Plunge at Seaside …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Township of Toms River has announced the return of Founder’s Day, set to take place on Saturday, May 17, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 …

JACKSON, N.J. — A 10-year-old dog named Kali has spent weeks at the Northern Ocean County Animal Facility, waiting for someone to give her a home. Despite repeated adoption pleas, …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Teachers at High School East took center stage for the inaugural Masked Singer: Teacher Edition on Thursday night, with costumed contestants battling for the title in …

WILDWOOD, N.J. — The Wildwoods will be filled with Irish pride next month as the seaside town hosts two weekends of St. Patrick’s Day festivities on March 8 and 15. …

Toms River, NJ – – The “Let’s Go Brandon” store, a polarizing retail fixture at 1405 Route 37 East in Toms River, New Jersey, has announced a store closing sale, …

From above, New Jersey’s coastal wetlands and marshes present a striking and perplexing sight: a network of mysterious squares and straight lines cutting through the lush green expanse. These geometric …

WALL TOWNSHIP, N.J. — The Wall Township Public Works Department will conduct a town-wide brush pickup on Monday, February 24, following a recent wind storm that left debris scattered throughout …

BRICK, N.J. — Mayor Lisa Crate is reminding residents of Brick Township about the town’s no-knock registry, a program designed to help homeowners avoid unwanted visits from door-to-door solicitors. In a …

LAKEWOOD, N.J. — Each Stitch Counts, a nonprofit addressing hygiene insecurity, has partnered with The Arc, Ocean County Chapter’s Employment Center to expand its community impact while providing job opportunities …

BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Brick Township will mark its 175th anniversary with a community-wide celebration at the annual Brick Birthday Bash, set for Saturday, February 22, from 3 p.m. to …

BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Mayor Lisa Crate and Councilwoman Heather deJong officially welcomed two new businesses to Brick Township, participating in ribbon-cutting ceremonies for Quilting by the Shore and Victors …

FLEMINGTON, N.J. — A Flemington family lost all of their belongings in a house fire on February 8, leaving them without essential items, including phones, wallets, and important documents. Fatima …

JACKSON, NJ — Dexter, a 5-year-old Labrador/Pit Bull mix, is looking for his perfect match after returning to the Northern Ocean County Animal Facility through no fault of his own. …

TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey’s sweeping ban on single-use plastics, one of the strictest in the country, remains a point of contention as political figures and environmental advocates debate its …

WASHINGTON, DC — A winter storm watch has been issued for the District of Columbia, with forecasters warning of heavy snowfall that could disrupt travel and impact commutes. The National …

New Jersey may not be the first state that comes to mind when thinking about the heart of American football, but its influence on both the sport and professional football …