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TOMS RIVER, NJ – As Ocean County grapples with a growing homelessness crisis, the transformation of the Toms River branch of the Ocean County Library and its adjacent municipal parking …

by Dr. Barbara Brummer As New Jersey’s coastal communities prepare for summer boating and hurricane season, a unique public-private partnership is advancing a smart, sustainable approach to protecting our coast. …

FREEHOLD, N.J. — A dangerous combination of extreme heat and worsening air quality is blanketing parts of New Jersey through midweek, as the National Weather Service and state environmental officials …

JACKSON, N.J. — The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning for Western Monmouth, Ocean, and Southeastern Burlington Counties beginning Sunday morning and lasting through 8 p.m. Wednesday, …

VERONA, N.J. — A Juneteenth flag was raised at Verona Town Hall on Monday morning in place of the American flag, prompting questions over adherence to federal flag code and …

NEWARK, N.J. — Commuters across New Jersey faced multiple delays and construction slowdowns Thursday morning, with traffic building at major crossings and along key corridors including the George Washington Bridge, …

ANNAPOLIS, Md. — Maryland Gov. Wes Moore on Thursday highlighted a series of statewide initiatives, including a record-setting $1.34 billion investment in the state’s four historically Black colleges and universities …

New Jersey’s 2025 gubernatorial race is a showdown, with Rep. Mikie Sherrill (D) squaring off against former Assemblyman Jack Ciattarelli (R). With Jack Ciattarelli and most sane and knowledgeable voters …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Toms River’s Parks and Recreation Department is preparing for a busy summer, with a wide range of events and programs planned following the pandemic’s disruptions. Director …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Crystal Diner, a longtime fixture at 2 Route 37 East known for its round-the-clock service and expansive American menu, has officially closed its doors, marking …

Tucked at the foot of the Cape May–Wildwood Crest Toll Bridge, Two Mile Landing emerges as a vibrant waterfront destination, offering a delicious dual experience: the lively Crab House and …

HOLMDEL, N.J. — A failed state energy plan has resulted in electricity rate increases as high as 20% in New Jersey, thanks to Governor Phil Murphy’s failed clean energy agenda, …

TRENTON, NJ – Long before Elon Musk and President Donald Trump feuded, while it was still envogue to burn tesla dealerships and damage cybertrucks, New Jersey wanted to show the …

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 …

NEWARK, N.J. — Only in New Jersey. A criminal alien who escaped custody during a riot at an ICE detention facility in Newark was turned away by police when he …

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 …

GREEN ISLE, Minn. — A Minnesota man has been charged with stalking and murdering Minnesota House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and her husband, as well as stalking and shooting State …

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. …

NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. — A new bill in the state legislature would name an official state nut, if passed. New Jersey has entered the growing multi-billion-dollar global hazelnut industry, becoming …

TRENTON, N.J. — New legislation would require solar energy components to be included in certain school construction projects managed by the New Jersey Schools Development Authority (SDA). Under the bill, …

SHAMONG TWP., N.J. — Crews with the New Jersey Forest Fire Service are making progress containing a wildfire burning in Wharton State Forest near the Carranza Memorial in Burlington County. …

TRENTON, N.J. — Bill Spadea, who suffered a decisive defeat in New Jersey’s recent gubernatorial primary, is reportedly considering leaving the state for a new opportunity in Tennessee, according to …

LONG BRANCH, NJ — Authorities are investigating the shooting death of a man found Thursday night near the shoreline at Pier Village, according to Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago. …