Explore Culinary Delights at the 13th Annual Taste of Highlands

HIGHLANDS, NJ – The Highlands Business Partnership is excited to announce the 13th Annual Taste of Highlands, taking place on Saturday, June 22, from 12 PM to 5 PM. This beloved culinary…

June 19, 2024

Taco Palooza: A Festive Day of Tacos and Entertainment in Hopatcong, NJ

HOPATCONG, NJ – Taco enthusiasts and food lovers will gather at Hilltop Fields for the upcoming Taco Palooza on Saturday, June 22, from 11 AM to 7 PM. This vibrant festival combines…

June 19, 2024

Ocean Grove Hosts 13th Annual Town-Wide Yard Sale

OCEAN GROVE, NJ – Ocean Grove is gearing up for its 13th Annual Town-Wide Yard Sale, set for Saturday, June 22. This popular event, hosted by Blogfinger, will run from 9 AM…

June 19, 2024

Barefoot Country Music Fest Debuts in Wildwood, NJ

WILDWOOD, NJ – The highly anticipated Barefoot Country Music Fest is set to debut as the Northeast’s largest outdoor country music festival. Spanning four days from June 20 to June 23, the…

June 19, 2024

Two Cameramen Caused Panic on the Atlantic City Boardwalk

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ – With all the news going on today about teens causing chaos at New Jersey’s boardwalks, we took a look back at some past boardwalk incidents and found this…

June 19, 2024

St. Ann’s Italian Festa Returns to Raritan

RARITAN, NJ – St. Ann’s Italian Festa, a beloved local event, is set to make a comeback this year after a three-year break. Scheduled from June 20 to June 22, the festival…

June 19, 2024

Ocean Grove Hosts 13th Annual Town-Wide Yard Sale

OCEAN GROVE, NJ – Ocean Grove is gearing up for its 13th Annual Town-Wide Yard Sale, set for Saturday, June 22. This popular event, hosted by Blogfinger, will run from 9 AM…

June 19, 2024

Crawford Rodriguez Kicks Off New Tradition with Paw Print Inspirational Banner

In a nod to tradition and community spirit, the first paw print has been placed at the Crawford-Rodriguez Elementary School (CRS), marking the beginning of what promises to be a cherished annual…

June 19, 2024

Jackson Little League’s 50/70 All Star Team Clinches Victory Over Toms River East

In an intense matchup, the JLL 50/70 All Star Team secured a narrow 3-2 victory against Toms River East. The game showcased strong performances both on the mound and in the field,…

June 19, 2024

Tonight is Latin Music Night at Johnson Park in Jackson

JACKSON, NJ—This summer, Jackson residents can grab their lawn chairs and a cooler and bring them to Johnson Park to enjoy the 2024 Summer Concerts in the Park. The township is sponsoring…

June 19, 2024

New Bill Mandates State Funding for Transportation of Homeless Students in New Jersey

TRENTON, NJ – A new legislative measure in New Jersey aims to support homeless students by mandating state coverage of certain transportation costs. The bill specifies that the state is responsible for…

June 19, 2024

New Jersey to Expand Bias Intimidation Law to Include False Public Alarms

TRENTON, NJ – New legislation has been passed in New Jersey expanding the state’s bias intimidation crimes to include the act of creating a false public alarm. Previously, the law covered offenses…

June 19, 2024

Walmart Cutting 271 Jobs in New Jersey As it Opens State for New Fulfillment Center in Pennsylvania

GREENCASTLE, PA—Walmart has announced plans to open a new 1.5 million-square-foot fulfillment center in Greencastle, PA, designed with advanced ergonomics to enhance employee comfort. This development comes as the retail giant prepares…

June 19, 2024

New Jersey Lawmaker Seeks to Return Police Power Back to Cops During Protests and Riots

TRENTON, NJ—New Jersey lawmakers have introduced a comprehensive bill to address crimes committed during riots, significantly increasing penalties for various offenses. This legislative move follows a model similar to the “Combatting Violence,…

June 19, 2024

New Jersey Seeks To Regulate Sales of CBD Products at Smoke Shops, Gas Stations, and Delis

TRENTON, NJ—A recent legislative effort in New Jersey seeks to streamline the regulation of cannabis-related products by clearly defining the roles of various state entities and setting stringent requirements for the sale…

June 19, 2024

Newark Police Request Assistance in Identifying Auto Burglary Suspect

NEWARK, NJ — Newark Public Safety Director Fritz G. Fragé is appealing to the public for help in identifying a suspect involved in a recent auto burglary. The incident took place on…

June 18, 2024

Union City Homeowners Association President Charged with Theft

UNION CITY, NJ — The Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office has announced the arrest of Eric Li, a 39-year-old resident of Jersey City, on charges of theft from a Union City homeowners association.…

June 18, 2024

Newark Warns of Excessive Heat Advisory Amid Rising Temperatures

NEWARK, NJ — Mayor Ras J. Baraka and Department of Health and Community Wellness Director Ketlen Baptiste Alsbrook have declared an Excessive Heat Advisory for Newark. The advisory, effective from noon today,…

June 18, 2024

Westfield Police Blotter: Here’s What’s Happening

WESTFIELD, NJ — The Westfield Police Department reported a series of incidents from June 9 to June 15, including arrests and the discovery of lost property. Details of these events underscore the…

June 18, 2024

Gun Owners of America Challenge New Jersey’s Firearms Permit Process

Washington, D.C. — Gun Owners of America (GOA) and the Gun Owners Foundation, in collaboration with the Coalition of New Jersey Firearm Owners, have filed a legal challenge against New Jersey’s stringent…

June 18, 2024

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