Toms River Recreation Department Offers Full Slate of August and September Summer Fun and Activities
TOMS RIVER, N.J. – Summer may be winding down, but the Toms River Recreation Department is keeping the calendar full with dozens of activities for children and adults throughout August and September.…
Asbury Park Landmark Hangout Now Luxury Condos as the Inkwell Lofts Seek to Tie Project to History and Nostalgia
A new condo development rises where the storied Inkwell Coffee House once stood, with a café nod to its past. Long Branch, NJ — A nearly six-decade-old Jersey Shore gathering place has…
Toms River civil theft case against Silverton First Aid moves forward as discovery extends to August
A New Jersey judge approved a revised discovery schedule, setting deadlines for depositions and expert reports in the ongoing dispute TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A civil theft lawsuit filed by Toms River…
Ocean County to name Man, Woman of the Year as funding, grants headline busy week
Commissioners also set votes on opioid funds, $1M housing grant and local agreements TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Ocean County commissioners are set to recognize community leaders and approve millions in funding this…
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…
High-Profile Crimes and Deadly Crashes Involving Migrants in New Jersey Draw Political and Public Attention
TRENTON, N.J. — A series of recent high-profile criminal cases involving migrants in New Jersey has intensified debate over immigration policy, law enforcement cooperation, and public safety, with several incidents gaining statewide…
$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 expands early voting for May municipal elections under new law
Governor Mikie Sherrill signs legislation allowing municipalities to extend early voting period, increasing access for local elections statewide. Trenton, New Jersey – New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill has signed new legislation expanding…
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…
Rare daytime fireball streaks across New Jersey sky, rattles homes across five states
A fast-moving meteor visible in broad daylight stunned residents and triggered widespread reports across the Northeast. Galloway Township, New Jersey – A rare daytime meteor traveling more than 30,000 miles per hour…
