Jackson Council Candidates Oppose Flock Cameras as Police Confirm Royal Grove System Is Privately Owned
Jackson, NJ – When it comes to privately owned Flock security cameras capturing data from drivers on public roads in Jackson, one slate is saying, “No Flocking Way!” A debate over automated…
Toms River mayor Rodrick says returning nativity scene at town hall keeps Christ in Christmas
TOMS RIVER, N.J. – Despite growing efforts in parts of New Jersey to scale back religious themes in public holiday displays, Mayor Dan Rodrick says Toms River will continue to celebrate Christmas…
As Graduation Test Scores Drop, New Jersey Wants to End Testing Instead of Improving Scores and Fixing the Problem
TRENTON, N.J. – A bill to eliminate New Jersey’s high school graduation proficiency exam advanced in the Assembly Education Committee, igniting a debate over standards, equity, and workforce readiness. Assemblywoman Michele Matsikoudis’…
Bad News for New Jersey: Clinton Appointed Federal Judge Blocks Trump’s Offshore Wind Moratorium
ATLANTIC CITY, NJ. – There’s some bad news for the Jersey Shore today as a progressive judge in Massachusetts just delivered a blow to President Trump’s offshore wind moratorium that had put…
Van Drew blasts New Jersey gas tax hike as ‘a punch in the gut’ to families
TRENTON, NJ – Congressman Jeff Van Drew sharply criticized New Jersey’s incoming gas tax hike, calling it an unnecessary financial blow to working families already struggling with rising costs. Beginning January 1,…
Mikie Sherrill Affordability Plan Includes a Million Dollar Transition, Doubling Previous Governors
TRENTON, N.J. – Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill’s transition team faced harsh backlash Monday over a proposed 62 percent increase in its transition team budget, a move critics say contradicts her campaign’s promise to…
New Jersey Lawmakers Move Closer to Making SNAP Benefits a Right
TRENTON, N.J. – A controversial resolution which sounds good on the outside, but worries some lawmakers of its intent has overwhelmingly passed in the New Jersey assembly on Monday. Lawmakers fear the…
Turnpike, Parkway, 287 delays cause traffic headaches during Tuesday morning commute
NEWARK, N.J. – Commuters faced a rough Tuesday morning across New Jersey as multiple crashes, delays, and road hazards clogged major highways during rush hour. Just before 8:45 a.m., a crash on…
At nearly 200 pounds, Ocean County service dog Jager is a gentle giant bringing comfort to victims
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Towering at nearly 200 pounds, Jager, a therapy dog serving Ocean County law enforcement, is earning admiration for his calm nature and vital role in helping victims of…
Sadeghi: Ocean County’s Jakes Branch Nature Center a hidden gem
BERKELEY TOWNSHIP, NJ – Longtime resident and Ocean County Commissioner Frank Sadeghi is encouraging Ocean County families to visit Jakes Branch County Park after attending a Veterans Appreciation Day event hosted there…
New Jersey lawmaker demands Mikie Sherrill publicly reject rumored sales tax hike before taking office
TRENTON, NJ – Assemblyman Christopher DePhillips is calling on Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill to publicly deny reports that her transition team and Democratic leaders in Trenton are considering raising New Jersey’s sales tax…
Lakewood area men involved in $1.8 million federal loan scam
TOMS RIVER, N.J. – Three Toms River men admitted participating in a multimillion dollar mortgage fraud scheme and one of the individuals also admitted fraudulently obtaining more than $1.8 million of federal…
Attorney General slams $274K patronage job for Steve Sweeney amid Murphy’s plan to gut oversight agency
WOODBURY, NJ – Attorney General Matt Platkin sharply criticized the $274,121 salary attached to former Senate President Steve Sweeney’s expected appointment as Gloucester County administrator, saying the pay highlights the need for…
Costs climb again in construction of Ocean County Justice Complex annex
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Ocean County’s long-planned Justice Complex Annex project continues to grow in cost as commissioners approved another increase tied to ongoing construction challenges. The latest adjustment, Change Order No.…
Ocean County approves 2026 contracts totaling millions for health, legal, and infrastructure services
TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Ocean County Board of Commissioners has approved an extensive series of contracts for 2026, funding dozens of professional, health, and public service programs as part of its…
Toms River invites families to lace up for DJ Skate nights and birthday parties at Winding River Ice Rink
TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Winding River Skating Center is kicking off the winter season with its popular DJ Skate nights, giving local families and kids a chance to glide under the…
Atlantic County prosecutor disputes Phil Murphy clemency granted to convicted armed robber
MAYS LANDING, NJ – Atlantic County Prosecutor William E. Reynolds publicly voiced concern Sunday over the recent clemency granted to Derrick Johnson, a convicted armed robber who was released earlier this month…
Mikie Sherrill, Dems Secretly Plotting to Raise New Jersey Sales Tax, New Jersey Assemblywoman Claims
TRENTON, N.J. – A new Republican-backed bill to slash New Jersey’s sales tax to 6 percent has set off a political clash, with Assemblywoman Dawn Fantasia accusing Democratic leaders and New Jersey…
Toms River mayor calls for an end to free healthcare for political appointees who work just one hour each month
TOMS RIVER, NJ – It’s a public no-show job and a grift that would make even fictional New Jersey mob boss Tony Soprano want a piece of the action. Now, Toms River…
More toll hikes coming to New Jersey’s highways and bridges in 2026
TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey drivers will soon face a new round of toll increases across several major highways and bridge systems beginning in early 2026, affecting millions of commuters and travelers…
Woman involved in deadly Jackson crash that killed Toms River Rittenhouse couple faces first court appearance
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – A Jackson woman accused of crossing into oncoming traffic and killing a Toms River couple in a violent head-on collision earlier this year is scheduled to face a…
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