Jackson Township News

MANCHESTER, NJ — As temperatures cool and fall settles in, officials are once again warning thrill-seekers to stay away from one of New Jersey’s most dangerous and illegal destinations: the …

Senator Corrado demands overdue school bus safety report from NJ Education Department TRENTON, NJ — State Senator Kristin Corrado is pressing the New Jersey Department of Education to release a …

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – A two-month investigation into heroin and cocaine trafficking in Ocean County ended with the arrest of two Trenton residents and the seizure of thousands of doses …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – A three-month investigation into heroin distribution across Ocean County ended with four arrests and the seizure of more than 3,500 individual doses of the drug, prosecutors …

Search continues for missing 15 year old from Manchester Township MANCHESTER, NJ – Police are still searching for 15-year-old Joseph Johnson, who has been missing since Sunday afternoon, and released …

TOMS RIVER, NJ — A New Jersey man is being held without bail at the Ocean County jail following his arrest on multiple sex crime charges, including criminal sexual contact …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – On the Garden State Parkway, traffic slowed just north of the Toms River Toll Plaza after a vehicle veered off the roadway in a crash around …

Jackson, NJ – In a move that directly challenges New Jersey’s sanctuary state policies, Jackson Township’s governing body voted this week to formally declare the town will not be a …

JACKSON, NJ – At Tuesday night’s meeting, the Jackson Township Council announced that, amid staffing changes and after thoroughly reviewing the budget, they will be holding a hearing on the …

Joseph Johnson still missing after disappearing in Whiting Whiting, NJ – The search for 15-year-old Joseph Johnson entered its fourth day Wednesday, as officials confirmed the teen remains missing despite …

SBA cracks down on banks accused of debanking customers over political views Trenton, NJ – They thought it could never happen in America, but under Presidents Joe Biden and Barack …

Northern Ocean County Animal Facility offering half-price adoptions during Clear The Shelters event JACKSON, NJ — Families looking to adopt a furry friend will have a chance to do so …

Gentle brindle pup Smoki waits for forever home at Northern Ocean County shelter JACKSON, NJ — At just 3 years old, Smoki has all the qualities of a perfect companion …

JACKSON, NJ – Jackson Board of Education President Tina Kas is sounding the alarm over what she described as an excessive and unjust financial burden placed on the district by …

Shy kitten Willow waits for patient family at Northern Ocean County Animal Facility JACKSON, NJ — A gentle brown tiger-and-white kitten named Willow is looking for a family to call …

Drone with thermal camera finds lost boater near golf course BERKELEY TOWNSHIP, NJ — A kayaker who called 911 saying he was lost and dragging his boat through the woods …

Police searching for missing 15-year-old last seen in Whiting WHITING, NJ — Authorities are asking for the public’s help in finding 15-year-old Joseph Johnson, who was last seen Sunday afternoon …

Wallops Island, VA — Last night’s planned launch of NASA’s TOMEX+ sounding rockets was abruptly canceled due to persistent cloud cover over the launch site and key camera stations along …

JACKSON, NJ – Three real-life superheroes are running for township council this year in Jackson Township in a hotly debated contest pitting incumbent politicians against political newcomers. This year, all …

TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey will receive the full balance of previously frozen federal education funds after Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin reached a legal agreement with the Trump Administration, …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Stop & Shop supermarkets have agreed to pay $75,000 in fines and penalties after an Ocean County investigation uncovered widespread mislabeling and mishandling of meat and …

Newark, NJ — A touch of autumn is creeping into New Jersey’s late August forecast, with a week of dry, mild weather bringing cooler nights and crisp mornings—offering a break …

WALLOPS ISLAND, VA – Three NASA research rockets are set to blaze across the East Coast sky starting at 10 p.m. tonight, offering a rare light show visible to residents …

Rescue dog needs foster after surgery following heartbreaking past JACKSON, NJ – Once used for breeding and later abandoned after a bitter divorce, a dog named Athena2 is now waiting …

Trenton, NJ – A publication calling itself the New Jersey Independent is landing in mailboxes across the Garden State—but it’s not a real newspaper. It’s backed by a Washington, D.C.-based …