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…
New Slide City Park with Zipline Opens at Lakewood’s Ocean County Park
LAKEWOOD, N.J. – Children raced down bright blue slides and soared across the dual zipline as Ocean County officials unveiled the new “Slide City” playground at Ocean County Park. With a ribbon…
Sherrill Taps Pro-Offshore Wind Advocate to Co-Chair Gubernatorial Transition Team
TRENTON, NJ – Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill has tapped U.S. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm to co-chair her “Making Energy More Affordable and Reliable” Action Team, signaling that offshore wind and renewable infrastructure will…
Ocean County Lucky 7 Deli delivers million-dollar scratch-off win
Ocean County man hits $1 million jackpot on $10 scratch-off at Lakehurst deli TRENTON, NJ – A Lakehurst convenience store just sold its luckiest ticket yet after a $10 scratch-off purchased last…
New Jersey is considering therapy dogs as part of plan to improve student morale and attendance
TRENTON, NJ – A new proposal in the New Jersey Legislature would launch a three-year pilot program bringing therapy dogs into public elementary schools to measure their impact on student wellness and…
Ocean County man booked for speeding and driving on the revoked list
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Police charged a local man who was driving in the streets like Michael Andretti. Miguel Andrade was booked into custody at the Ocean County Jail on Friday following…
Ocean County man held on multiple felony charges including aggravated sexual assault
TOMS RIVER, NJ – An Ocean County man remains in custody following his arrest on multiple felony charges, including aggravated sexual assault, burglary, and related offenses, according to jail records. Authorities identified…
Traveling Menorah Glow-Car to light up Ocean County for Hanukkah celebrations
TOMS RIVER, NJ – A local nonprofit is bringing the Hanukkah spirit to neighborhoods across Ocean County with a traveling Menorah Glow-Car, a mobile celebration designed to share light, music, and joy…
Mikie Sherrill Says New Jersey Could Stop Paying Federal Taxes, Pushes for Federal Tax Strike
TRENTON, NJ – In a surprising exchange during an appearance on “The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart,” New Jersey Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill and Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger discussed the possibility of a…
Toms River veteran honored as USA Hockey’s Disabled Athlete of the Year
TOMS RIVER, N.J. – Toms River resident and U.S. veteran John O’Connell has been recognized by the New Jersey Devils and USA Hockey as the “Disabled Athlete of the Year,” earning national…
Big East Region youth football championships kick off in Toms River
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Youth football teams from across the East Coast are converging in Ocean County this weekend for the Big East Region American Youth Football and Cheer Championships at Toms…
NJ law would let towns, counties, and school districts withdraw from civil service system
Trenton, NJ – A new proposal in the New Jersey Assembly would allow municipalities, counties, school districts, and other local government entities to opt out of the state’s civil service system. Assembly…
Major New Jersey Behavioral Healthcare Provider Leaving State, Laying Off 572 Workers
NEWARK, NJ – UnitedHealth Group’s Optum Health division will lay off 572 employees in early 2026 and close its behavioral health services across New Jersey, according to WARN notices filed with state…
False Rumor of Homeless Veteran’s Purple Heart Being Thrown Out in Toms River Fabricated by Political Adversary
TOMS RIVER, N.J. – A story that went viral on social media claiming the Township of Toms River, and more directly, Mayor Daniel T. Rodrick had thrown out a Purple Heart Medal…
Lanoka Harbor man sentenced to 10 years in prison for child pornography possession
TRENTON, NJ – A 79-year-old Ocean County man was sentenced to 10 years in federal prison Tuesday for possessing images of child sexual abuse, officials announced. John Mangan of Lanoka Harbor previously…
Maryland MS-13 Gang Member Found Guilty of Machete Murder of Teen Girl Lured from New Jersey
GAITHERSBURG, MD – A Montgomery County judge on Friday found a 24-year-old Frederick woman guilty of first-degree murder and related charges in the brutal killing of 18-year-old Rosa Sanchez Merino, whose body…
Political operatives plotted to end Toms River mayor’s teaching career as retaliation for cutting waste in Town Hall
TOMS RIVER, NJ – In a sweeping 59-page verified complaint filed in New Jersey Superior Court, Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick alleges a coordinated, politically motivated campaign by public officials and consultants…
Newark Schools Flush With $1.2 Billion of Money from Other Towns Including Those Closing Schools
NEWARK, NJ – While suburban school districts slash programs, shutter schools, and explore bankruptcy, Newark Public Schools remain among the most well-funded systems in New Jersey — largely subsidized by taxpayers outside…
Man caught asleep in snowbank with gun and drugs pleads guilty in Ocean County
Toms River man pleads guilty after cocaine toss and loaded gun found in snowbank incident Toms River, NJ — A 41-year-old man from Toms River is facing a five-year prison sentence after…
Toms River cop pleads guilty to breaking into Berkeley Township home off duty
Off-duty Toms River cop pleads guilty after smashing into home and assault in late-night incident Toms River, NJ — A former Toms River police officer has pleaded guilty to multiple charges after…
Driver pleads guilty after high-speed rampage through Brick Township
Hackensack man pleads guilty to high-speed police chase in Brick Township BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ – A Hackensack man who led police on a dangerous high-speed chase through Brick Township in 2021 has…
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