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.…
New Jersey sues Trump over mail ballot order as Sherrill vows to defend voting access
Legal battle erupts over federal election order as NJ leaders push back on mail voting limits TRENTON, N.J. – New Jersey officials escalated a legal fight over federal election authority this week,…
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…
Toms River home sales range from $215K to $875K as spring market stays active
Quick sales and waterfront demand highlight Ocean County real estate activity Toms River, NJ – A steady stream of home sales across Toms River and nearby shore communities this week reflects a…
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 fires Attorney General Pam Bondi, names Todd Blanche as acting chief
A sudden leadership shakeup at the Justice Department shifts power to the deputy attorney general amid praise for the outgoing chief. Washington, D.C. – President Donald J. Trump announced he has removed…
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…
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…
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…
Bronx man accused of hurling Molotov cocktails at New Jersey home and vehicle
New Jersey blaze traced to alleged Molotov cocktails thrown at home South Toms River, NJ — A Bronx man is facing multiple arson and weapons charges after investigators say he threw Molotov…
NJ governor Mikie Sherrill posts 58% approval in early FDU poll results
New Jersey voters show early support for Sherrill while signaling pragmatism on Trump. Madison, NJ – A new Fairleigh Dickinson University poll shows New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill entering office with strong…
Mediterranean dining options expand across Toms River area
Growing number of Middle Eastern restaurants reflects demand for healthier cuisine Toms River, NJ – A growing number of Middle Eastern and halal restaurants are expanding dining options in the Toms River…
Move Over Pork Roll Egg and Cheese, This is New Jersey’s Best Kept Hidden Easter Secret Tradition
In a state known for its fiercely defended food traditions, from the pork roll egg and cheese debate to boardwalk pizza rivalries, there is another culinary staple quietly holding its ground each…
Sherrill Taps India Born Leaders to Head NJ Transit and Department of Transportation
Sherrill taps Priya Jain for NJ DOT, expands leadership under Kolluri Governor-elect names transportation commissioner nominee, outlines unified transit strategy Trenton, NJ – Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill announced a major leadership move for…
Mikie Sherrill Scales Back 2.5% Hotel Tax After it Threatened Tourism at the Jersey Shore
Pushback from residents and vacation planners prompts retreat on controversial lodging tax tied to global event. Trenton, NJ – A proposed hotel tax tied to the upcoming World Cup is facing backlash…
It Was Just a Fantasy: Jackson Twenty-One’s Promised Downtown Dream is Nothing More than Acres of High Density Apartments
It was an impossible dream that is now dead. Another broken promise by Jackson Township’s elected officials that nobody wants to talk about JACKSON, NJ – Back in 2013, Broadway legend Mitch…
Hijab Wearing New Jersey Governor Nowhere to Be Found on Palm Sunday
Mikie Sherrill’s Ramadan Hijab and Palm Sunday Silence: Selective Faith for Political Gain? New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill has never been shy about showcasing her solidarity with the state’s Muslim community. During…
