Jackson Township News

PRINCETON, NJ – At Home, the Texas-based home decor and furniture retailer, has announced the closure of three of its New Jersey stores as part of a broader restructuring following …

TRENTON, N.J. — A newly emerging strain of COVID-19, known as Nimbus (NB.1.8.1), is now the leading variant circulating in New Jersey, with health officials noting a severe sore throat …

Former New Jersey Senator Bob Menendez reported to the Federal Correctional Institution, Schuylkill, in Pennsylvania on Tuesday, to begin an 11-year prison sentence for a bribery and corruption scheme. The …

TRENTON, N.J. — Governor Phil Murphy has directed state authorities to increase security for public officials across New Jersey following the fatal shooting of Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses over …

SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — After three consecutive weekends of rain dampened shore tourism, New Jersey beach towns are finally bracing for a major turnout as a prolonged heat wave is …

TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill is in hot water over stock trades that increased her net worth by millions of dollars while serving in Congress. Voters are …

New Jersey is a crazy mess and this weekend, things got a bit crazier as thousands came out for a “No Kings” protest against President Trump, supported by the very …

TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin announced that the state has joined a coalition of 11 attorneys general in suing the federal government over its attempt …

TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey Senate Commerce Committee has advanced Senate Bill No. 3007, which would legalize natural organic reduction — also known as human composting — as an …

TRENTON, N.J. — As offshore wind projects face mounting obstacles in New Jersey, state lawmakers are shifting their focus to a new renewable energy source: offshore tidal and wave energy. …

MANCHESTER, N.J. — Several Manchester Township police officers were recognized this week for their heroism and dedication during the 2025 Valor, Life-Saving, and Meritorious Service Awards Ceremony hosted by the …

JACKSON, N.J. — An Eagle Scout candidate has completed a project benefiting young liver patients at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP), delivering handmade blankets and a monetary donation to …

TRENTON, NJ — Republican candidate Jack Ciattarelli issued a public appeal Friday urging Governor Phil Murphy and Attorney General Matt Platkin to fully empower law enforcement ahead of a weekend …

TOMS RIVER, NJ — Alejandro Huerta-Arias, 24, of Toms River, was sentenced Friday to eight years in New Jersey State Prison for vehicular homicide following a 2022 crash that killed …

SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — Another round of wet weather is expected to dampen weekend activities at the Jersey Shore, with rain and thunderstorms forecast to move through the area beginning …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Ocean County Sheriff’s Office has officially added a new explosive detection team to its K9 Unit following the graduation of Sheriff’s Officer Trust and his …

JACKSON, NJ — The Jackson Township Council has appointed former mayor and longtime councilman Ken Bressi to fill the vacant council seat left by the recent passing of Councilman Scott …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Ocean County’s Republican Party is reeling after a crushing defeat in Tuesday’s gubernatorial primary, where the county GOP’s full-throated endorsement of Bill Spadea backfired spectacularly. Spadea, …

NEWARK, N.J. — A manhunt is active in New Jersey after a riot broke out Thursday night at a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention facility in Newark, leaving at …

LONG BRANCH, N.J. — Chaos erupted at Pier Village on the Long Branch boardwalk when reports of gunfire sent crowds fleeing during a concert, according to local police. The disturbance …

RIGGINS DITCH, N.J. — A stranded bottlenose dolphin died Thursday during a complex rescue operation in Cumberland County, despite coordinated efforts by multiple federal, state, and local agencies. The Marine …

JACKSON, N.J. — Across New Jersey, animal shelters are dealing with a similar problem. COVID pandemic era pets are being given up, and the economy is making it hard for …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Ocean County GOP Chairman George Gilmore, once a kingmaker in New Jersey politics is reeling from a devastating blow where his endorsed candidate for New Jersey …

JACKSON, NJ — Wawa officially opened its newest location in Jackson on Thursday morning, welcoming customers with free coffee, giveaways, and a hoagie-building competition between local police and fire departments. …

Middletown, NJ – While most New Jerseyans were thinking about America’s fallen veterans on D-Day, one candidate running for governor in the Garden State was apparently thinking about how he …