Two Airlifted After Head-On Crash Injures Three in Lacey Township
Three people were injured in a head-on crash on Route 539 in Lacey Township Sunday night, with two flown to trauma centers and one hospitalized.…
Manchester Schools, Police Move to Shared Radio System for Faster Communication
Manchester Township schools and police are now using the same radio system after staff completed training aimed at improving emergency communications.…
Summer Is Setting on Miss Barnegat Light’s Sunset Cruises — Last Rides Are Next Weekend
Miss Barnegat Light's $25 sunset cruises end Sept. 19, leaving three final chances to cruise Barnegat Inlet beneath Old Barney before summer ends.…
Ocean County inmate with ICE detainer charged after alleged escape attempt
Man accused of trying to flee custody at Ocean County Jail faces new charges Toms River, NJ – An Ocean County Jail inmate is facing additional charges after authorities say he attempted…
NJ joins multistate legal fight against Trump orders against law firms
Attorney General Davenport backs challenge to federal actions affecting major firms Trenton, NJ – New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport has joined a coalition of 21 attorneys general in a legal challenge…
Jackson Township HR director ousted as turmoil deepens under Kuhn administration
Another top official exits Jackson Township as internal email disputes firing JACKSON, N.J. – A top Jackson Township official is departing amid ongoing internal turmoil, with the township’s human resources director disputing…
New Jersey pushes $500K plan to expand access for minority and women businesses
NJ MWBE funding push: Sherrill unveils $500K plan to boost minority business access TRENTON, N.J. – Governor Mikie Sherrill on Wednesday spotlighted a new $500,000 proposal aimed at expanding access to state…
Jackson NJ home sales top $975K as market shows wide price range this week
Luxury homes and townhouses highlight mixed pace of sales across township Jackson, NJ – Home sales across Jackson this week ranged from under $100,000 to nearly $1 million, reflecting a diverse housing…
Brick Farmers Market returns May 2 with nearly 70 vendors for 12th season
Brick, NJ – The Brick Farmers Market is set to return for its 12th season next month, bringing dozens of vendors and weekly community gatherings back to Windward Beach as spring gets…
Fire damages multiple homes in Seaside Heights
Seaside Heights, NJ – A fast-moving early morning fire tore through multiple homes in Seaside Heights around 3:30 a.m., forcing a large-scale emergency response as flames spread from one structure to neighboring…
Abandoned, emaciated dog found in Marlboro sparks rescue and investigation
Animal welfare officials seek public help as severely malnourished dog begins recovery Marlboro, NJ – A severely malnourished dog found abandoned on the side of a road in Marlboro is now fighting…
State troopers rescue abandoned bear cub found along I-78 in Union Township
Bear cub found alone in roadside ditch prompts quick response from New Jersey troopers Union Township, NJ – A small bear cub found alone along Interstate 78 is now in safe hands…
Trump attacks Bruce Springsteen in renewed political feud, urges boycott: You Suck!
Former President Trump blasts Springsteen, calls for boycott of concerts Washington, DC – Former President Donald Trump launched a sharp public attack against New Jersey musician Bruce Springsteen, criticizing the rock icon’s…
Friday commuter report: New Jersey delays and backups on major highways
Lincoln Tunnel backups, Fairview fire shutdown, and Turnpike congestion impact drivers North Jersey – A series of traffic incidents and heavy commuter volume caused widespread delays across North Jersey and into New…
Toms River Council President Ciccozzi Wants More High Density Affordable Housing Downtown, Twin Towers
Toms River downtown land owner David Ciccozzi wants more high-density housing in Downtown Toms River. Toms River, NJ – As Toms River faces mounting pressure over its affordable housing obligations by the…
Brick police training to bring daytime gunfire sounds to Ridge Road area
Residents advised not to be alarmed as spring firearms training begins May 12 Brick Township, NJ – Residents in parts of Brick Township may hear the sound of gunfire during daytime hours…
Sherrill says New Jersey’s vote by mail system works and she’s keeping it the way it is
Governor says federal involvement threatens state control of elections and voter access Trenton, NJ – New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill is pushing back against former President Donald Trump over mail-in voting, saying…
Jackson Township water main project to begin April 6 along Bennetts Mills Road
Construction tied to county repaving plan aims to improve water system capacity Jackson Township, NJ – Get ready for some traffic problems this spring on Bennetts Mills Road. A major infrastructure project…
Humpback whale washes ashore at Sandy Hook as response teams mobilize
A 30-foot humpback whale was found dead and washed onto a Sandy Hook beach Wednesday morning, triggering a coordinated response. Sandy Hook, NJ – A deceased humpback whale measuring approximately 30 feet…
Lingering smoke across Jackson tied to townshipwide chometz burn sites
Chometz burning in Jackson draws crews, volunteers as smoke spreads through neighborhoods JACKSON, NJ – A noticeable smell of smoke drifting through parts of Jackson on Wednesday morning is tied to a…
New Jersey Democrats Want to Order School Districts on When They Can and Can’t Have Spring Break Recess
New Jersey spring break bill would guide school calendar decisions statewide Trenton, NJ – A proposal introduced in the New Jersey Legislature would require the state’s top education official to recommend when…
Dumpster fire at Lakewood park fire traced to Passover ritual burn at designated site
Officials confirm reported dumpster fire was controlled religious observance. Lakewood, N.J. – A reported dumpster fire at a Lakewood sports complex Wednesday morning was ultimately identified as a permitted religious burn tied…
New Jersey Affordable Housing Administrator Who Won $360,000 on Jeopardy Disses New York and Pennsylvania on Live TV
Lawrenceville resident builds $360K streak while criticizing regional housing gaps says New Jersey needs more affordable housing and cast shame on New York and Pennsylvania. Lawrenceville, N.J. – Like everything else New…