Manchester man pleads guilty in three Ocean County cocaine distribution cases
Prosecutors will seek concurrent prison sentences totaling up to 18 years after multiple narcotics investigations TOMS RIVER, NJ — A Manchester Township man has admitted to three separate cocaine distribution offenses stemming…
Mikie Sherrill Forces Publicly Funded Transition Team Members to Sign Non-Disclosure Agreements
Gov.-elect Mikie Sherrill is having members of her transition team sign confidentiality agreements to prevent leaks as they prepare for her administration to take office next month. TRENTON, N.J. – New Jersey…
Failing Test Scores, Skyrocketing School Taxes, Outrageous $80,000 Raise: Toms River Mayor Calls for Superintendent to Resign
For far too long, I have kept silent about the state of the Toms River School District. As mayor, I have always respected the independence of our school board and the democratic…
Jackson Wawa delivers big win to holiday player
Jackson player wins $10,000 on $5,000 Festive Frenzy ticket sold at Wawa TRENTON, NJ — A Jackson resident is celebrating a $10,000 win after purchasing a lucky $5,000 Festive Frenzy scratch-off ticket…
New Jersey moves to create stiffer penalties for cyberharassing public officials
TRENTON, N.J. – A new measure introduced in the New Jersey Senate would elevate cyber-harassment of public servants and their family members to a third-degree crime and create a statewide office to…
Gopal Bill Would Allow New Jersey Schools to Lease Buildings for Family Care, Homeless Shelters Without Public Bids
TRENTON, N.J. – New legislation introduced in the New Jersey Senate would allow local school boards to lease unused school property to federally qualified health centers (FQHCs) without going through the public…
Mother killed in fiery Jackson crash had no family in U.S. as friends launch GoFundMe campaign for burial in Domican Republic
Jackson Police say the Perth Amboy woman died after attempting an illegal pass that led to a head-on collision. JACKSON, N.J. – A 43-year-old mother from Perth Amboy was killed Friday afternoon…
28-year-old woman reported missing in Manchester Township
Woman reported missing after last being seen near Milford Drive MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ — Police are searching for a 28-year-old woman who was last seen early Monday morning in Manchester Township, with…
Can New Jersey Save its Historic Diner Scene Before it’s Too Late? Lawmakers Think So
NJ lawmakers propose “Saving Our Diners and Protecting Our Past Act” to help preserve historic eateries Bill would create state registry for classic diners and family-owned restaurants, offering tax breaks to sustain…
New Jersey could soon require beach towns to publicly disclose exactly how they spend beach tag money
NJ bill would require beach towns to publicly disclose how they spend beach tag moneyProposed law mandates itemized cost and revenue reports for municipally owned beaches as part of local public access…
New Jersey moves closer to banning pet shop sale of cats, dogs, and rabbits
Assembly committee backs overhaul replacing state’s Pet Purchase Protection Act with new consumer and animal welfare protections. TRENTON, NJ – The Assembly Commerce, Economic Development and Agriculture Committee has approved a sweeping…
New Jersey advancess Ocean County criminal justice test to track domestic violence offenders
Four-year “Lisa’s Law” pilot would use electronic monitoring with victim alerts, add fees and penalties, and set up a state fund to pay for the program. TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey lawmakers…
Jackson Township Officials Meet to Plan New Recycling Map, Schedules for Weekly Curbside Recycling in January
Jackson Township Mayor Jennifer Kuhn this week met with representatives of Interstate Waste Services to finalize the township’s plan to return to weekly curbside residential recycling services, set to begin in January.…
Superintendent of Toms River Schools on Verge of Bankruptcy Threatens Lawsuit After State Ethics Board Denies His Plan for $80,000 Raise
Toms River Schools Superintendent Michael Citta, former Ritacco Underling Irate After State Ethics Board Denies Request to Give $80,000 Pay Raise, Blames Mayor Rodrick for Interfering Toms River- Toms River Regional Schools…
Affordability in Crisis: New Jersey Wants to Charge You More up to Five Times More to Appeal Your Rising Property Tax Bill
Senate committee says measure would modernize 1979-era fee structure and boost county tax board revenue. TRENTON, NJ – For the first time in more than four decades, New Jersey lawmakers are moving…
Jackson couple charged after fatal Freehold Township crash kills juvenile passenger
Prosecutor says driver had suspended license and attempted to hinder investigation following deadly accident. FREEHOLD, NJ – A man and woman from Jackson have been charged in connection with a fatal single-vehicle…
New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy Running for President? Says It’s Not Off the Table
Murphy hints at White House ambitions as he exits New Jersey stage Trenton, NJ – Outgoing New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy is leaving office with a hint of possibility that his political…
Santa’s Stafford visit postponed as storm forces safety delay
STAFFORD TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Stafford Township Volunteer Fire Company announced that Santa’s much-anticipated neighborhood visit has been postponed Friday night due to dangerous weather conditions sweeping through the area. The decision…
Berkeley Township Warns of Up to Six Inches of Snow Overnight
BERKELEY TOWNSHIP, N.J. – A winter storm is expected to bring up to six inches of snow to Berkeley Township early Sunday morning, prompting local officials to warn residents to stay off…
Brick Township police issue winter safety reminders ahead of weekend storm
Brick Township, NJ – As snow prepares to blanket Ocean County this weekend, the Brick Township Police Department is reminding residents to take precautions before hitting the road and to remove vehicles…
Manchester police charge man, two juveniles in Pine Lake Park vehicle burglary spree
Manchester, NJ – A 20-year-old man and two juveniles have been charged in connection with a series of vehicle burglaries that occurred last month in Manchester Township’s Pine Lake Park neighborhood, police…
