$17 Million Lien in Lacey Tops Ocean County Sheriff’s August Foreclosure Auction
Toms River, NJ – The Ocean County Sheriff’s Office has announced its next foreclosure auction will be held on Tuesday, Aug. 11, at 2 p.m. at the Ocean County Justice Complex in…
Mikie Sherrill’s New Gross Profit Corporate Tax Plan Could Put Many New Jersey Small Businesses Out of Business
Proposed limits on loss write-offs spark debate over affordability, revenue and business climate TRENTON, N.J. — A proposed change to New Jersey’s business tax structure is drawing sharp debate as state leaders…
New Jersey commuter costs surge as Shore to NYC workers’ drive tops $17K a year
Rising tolls, congestion pricing and fuel costs strain affordability for daily workers TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A daily commute from Ocean County to Manhattan now costs more than $17,000 a year, underscoring…
Jackson’s 5-dog ordinance misses the mark, punishing residents instead of fixing illegal petting zoo
Township policy targets pet owners while core zoning and enforcement issues remain unresolved JACKSON, N.J. — Jackson Township’s new five-dog ordinance is being framed as a solution to ongoing neighborhood disturbances, but…
$7.3B immigration cost to rise as New Jersey bills expand benefits, limit enforcement, shortchange impacted schools
TRENTON, N.J. — A $7.3 billion annual cost tied to illegal immigration is taking center stage in New Jersey’s policy debate, as Republican lawmakers warn expanding benefits and limiting enforcement could increase…
New Jersey, New York Top ‘Most Disliked States’ Lists as Cost, Taxes, Attitude Drive Perception
Recent rankings cite affordability, population loss, and public sentiment as key factors Chicago, IL — Illinois, New Jersey, and New York are frequently ranked among the “most disliked” states in recent 2025–2026…
Man Charged With Aggravated Assault on Bus Driver in Ocean County
Ocean County, NJ — A man accused of assaulting a bus driver is being held without bail in Ocean County after being booked Monday on an aggravated assault charge, jail records show.…
Udpate: Shooters at New Jersey Chick-Fil-A Mass Shooting Caught Fleeing on Dashcam, Governor Responds
Authorities in Union County probe mass shooting as officials release few confirmed details. Union, New Jersey — A mass shooting at a Chick-fil-A restaurant along Route 22 in Union Township on Saturday…
Driver in Lakewood Child Hit-and-Run Now Facing ICE Detainer, Officials Confirm
Federal immigration officials seek custody of Ocean County defendant ahead of release in ongoing case. Lakewood, NJ — Federal immigration authorities have lodged a detainer against a Jackson Township man charged in…
NJ congressman ranks among top stock traders in Congress with 70% gains in 2025
Rep. Donald Norcross posts one of the highest returns in 2025, report shows. Washington, D.C. — U.S. Rep. Donald Norcross of New Jersey ranked among the top-performing stock traders in Congress in…
NJ Republicans blame decades of Democratic control as data shows high taxes, rising costs connected to one-party rule
State GOP points to nation-leading property taxes and affordability strain across New Jersey. Trenton, New Jersey — New Jersey Senate Republicans said Friday that more than two decades of Democratic control of…
ICE Arrests Twice Deported Domestic Abuser as Politicians and Media Cry Foul Over Masked Agents
ICE Arrest in Jackson Sparks Dispute Over Mask Ban and Federal Authority A recent arrest carried out by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in Jackson, New Jersey, has intensified a…
Toms River Affordable Housing Victory as Council Approves Mayor’s Solid Plan to Contain State Mandated Overdevelopment
Toms River Council Members vote to approve Mayor Dan Rodrick’s housing settlement with the state of New Jersey, but three council members continue to put politics and petty differences ahead of the…
Fairway Drive closed in South Toms River for resurfacing, police advise detours
Local road closure between Dover Road and Double Trouble Road expected to impact traffic through Friday afternoon. South Toms River, New Jersey – The South Toms River Police Department, in coordination with…
New Jersey weekend weather: foggy start Friday gives way to sunny, cooler conditions
A stretch of mild spring weather will settle over New Jersey this weekend, with clearing skies Friday and cooler, sunny conditions through Sunday. Newark, New Jersey – The National Weather Service is…
NJ Friday morning traffic snarled by crash, sewer break, and widespread delays
Multiple incidents across North and Central New Jersey slow commuters during peak rush hour, with lane closures and bridge congestion impacting key corridors. Newark, New Jersey – A series of crashes, infrastructure…
Young humpback whale found dead at Sandy Hook shows signs of vessel impact
Humpback whale death at Sandy Hook linked to suspected vessel strike, officials say Sandy Hook, NJ – A young humpback whale that washed ashore at Sandy Hook this week was found to…
Grande Harmony Clubhouse to be Converted to House of Worship in Jackson Affordable Housing Development
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. – The Jackson Township Board of Adjustment will convene April 15 to consider several zoning variance applications, including a proposal to increase residential density and a plan to convert…
Lacey Township fatal crash leaves one dead after vehicle slams into tree in Lanoka Harbor
A single-vehicle crash in a quiet Lanoka Harbor neighborhood Wednesday morning turned fatal after a car veered off the roadway and struck a tree, prompting an ongoing investigation by local authorities. Emergency…
New Jersey expands immigration limits, fueling debate over ‘sanctuary state’ label
Governor Mikie Sherrill signs sweeping immigration laws restricting cooperation with federal authorities. Trenton, New Jersey – Governor Mikie Sherrill has signed a package of immigration laws that significantly restrict how New Jersey…
New Jersey lifts decades-old nuclear power ban to address rising energy costs but strict regulations remain
Governor Mikie Sherrill signs sweeping legislation ending a 40-year restriction on new nuclear development. Trenton, New Jersey – Governor Mikie Sherrill signed legislation Wednesday lifting New Jersey’s decades-old moratorium on new nuclear…
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