New Jersey News

Blue skies return after Hurricane Erin with perfect weekend weather for the Jersey Shore SEASIDE HEIGHTS, NJ — After a week of coastal flooding, high winds, and pounding surf from …

by Watt A. Joke In a move that’s sure to electrify absolutely no one with excitement, New Jersey’s electric companies are graciously offering what they’re calling “rebates” to residents whose …

WILDWOOD, NJ — Hurricane Erin’s tightening grip on the Mid-Atlantic is set to whip the Jersey Shore with powerful winds Thursday, with forecasters warning of gusts up to 50 miles …

Heavy rain and coastal flood threat loom for New Jersey as storms roll in ATLANTIC CITY, NJ — A stormy stretch is unfolding across New Jersey with showers, thunderstorms, and …

Downed tree shuts NJ 33 as heavy delays hit major New Jersey routes Wednesday morning NEWARK, NJ — A downed tree forced the closure of all eastbound lanes on NJ …

WILDWOOD, NJ — Walls of water rolled over parts of Wildwood’s shoreline Wednesday as Hurricane Erin’s outer bands battered the Jersey Shore, triggering widespread flooding, closing roads, and raising serious …

CRANFORD, NJ — A new Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (RRFB) has been activated at a busy intersection near Lenape Park, aimed at protecting pedestrians crossing Kenilworth Boulevard, according to Cranford …

Mount Holly man sentenced to 30 years for fatal stabbing behind deli Mount Holly, NJ – A 33-year-old Mount Holly resident has been sentenced to 30 years in state prison …

Cassville Tavern gets new life as historic Jackson landmark undergoes major overhaul JACKSON, NJ — One of Jackson Township’s most storied landmarks, the Cassville Tavern, is in the midst of …

Frozen shrimp sold at Walmart pulled from shelves after radiation alert WASHINGTON, DC — A federal investigation has uncovered potential radioactive contamination in frozen shrimp sold at Walmart stores across …

WASHINGTON, DC — As a dangerous livestock parasite creeps closer to the U.S. border, federal health officials have cleared the way for emergency drugs to be used on animals in …

Toms River, NJ – Music, fireworks, and family fun take center stage Tuesday night as Toms River’s Summer Concert Series wraps up with a free live performance by The Benjamins …

Seaside Park, NJ – Dangerous surf driven by Hurricane Erin has shut down all swimming and Mobile Sport Fishing Vehicle access at Island Beach State Park through at least Thursday, …

Point Pleasant man pleads guilty to attempted murder in 2022 assault POINT PLEASANT BOROUGH, NJ – A 31-year-old Point Pleasant Borough man has pleaded guilty to attempted murder for a …

NEWARK, NJ – In a sweeping crackdown that swept through New Jersey’s most violent neighborhoods, the U.S. Marshals New York/New Jersey Regional Fugitive Task Force arrested 264 fugitives during a …

Freehold, NJ – Monday — Farmingdale is spotlighting more than two decades of collaboration with Monmouth County as a model of municipal efficiency, crediting a wide range of shared service …

RED BANK, NJ — Tuesday — What began over 20 years ago as a modest neighborhood cookout has grown into a cornerstone event for Monmouth County families, with this year’s …

TRENTON, NJ — Tuesday — A Trenton man was sentenced to 65 years in state prison after ambushing and killing a man during an annual neighborhood party in 2021, ending …

Ocean County awards millions in contracts for road upgrades, vehicles, and facility services Toms River, NJ — Ocean County is moving forward with a wave of contract approvals this week, …

Freehold, NJ – Monday — Monmouth County is investing more than half a million dollars in long-needed restroom renovations and accessibility improvements at the Hall of Records Annex, after selecting …

Trump torches offshore wind projects as feds halt new leases and order sweeping review Atlantic City, NJ — President Donald Trump reignited criticism of offshore wind energy projects in a …

Trump targets mail-in ballots as New Jersey voter fraud cases come under renewed scrutiny Paterson, NJ— President Donald Trump said he will lead a nationwide push to eliminate mail-in ballots …

Tinton Falls, NJ — A key bridge in Monmouth County is set for a major overhaul after officials approved plans for a full superstructure replacement of Bridge S-15 on Riverdale …

Washington, DC – Monday — A New York woman is in federal custody after allegedly traveling to Washington, D.C., and making online threats against the President of the United States, …

Monmouth County takes control of 411-acre Marlboro State Hospital property for new parkland Marlboro, NJ – Friday — More than two decades after its closure, the former Marlboro State Psychiatric …