SOMERVILLE, NJ – Former Republican gubernatorial candidate Jack Ciattarelli is pledging to make all retirement income tax-free and freeze property taxes for residents over 70, accusing state Democrats of driving …
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Grace the silver Lab still waiting for a forever home as shelter nears capacity JACKSON, NJ — Grace, a 5-year-old silver Lab mix, is still waiting at the Northern Ocean …
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Pedestrian hospitalized after crash closes Russell Road in Alexandria
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonALEXANDRIA, VA – A woman was seriously injured after being struck by a vehicle Friday evening on Russell Road, prompting police to close the area for an ongoing investigation. The …
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Brick honors record-setting Mustangs with official Baseball Team Day
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonBrick, N.J. – Mayor Lisa Crate has proclaimed October 22 as Brick Memorial High School Baseball Team Day in recognition of the Mustangs’ historic 2025 season that saw the team …
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South Jersey Celebrates Launch of Landmark Renewable Natural Gas Project with ACUA
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonA major step forward for clean energy arrived in South Jersey this week as SJI and OPAL Fuels celebrated the grand opening of their new Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) Project …
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Wendy’s in Manahawkin Reopens with New Look and Local Job Boost
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonResidents and visitors in Manahawkin have something new to celebrate this weekend as Flynn Group LP, the largest Wendy’s franchisee in the country, has officially reopened its newly remodeled Wendy’s …
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Ciattarelli vows to reopen state park roads locked down by Murphy on ‘Day One’ if elected governor
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonHammonton, N.J. – Republican gubernatorial candidate Jack Ciattarelli says one of his first acts as governor would be to remove barriers blocking access to Wharton State Forest, pledging to restore …
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Brick Township Mayor Lisa Crate awards $43,000 in federal grants to local service groups
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonBrick, N.J. – Mayor Lisa Crate and the Township Council have distributed more than $43,000 in federal grant funding to a group of local nonprofit organizations that provide food, shelter, …
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President Trump to Headline Friday Night Tele-Rally for New Jersey GOP Candidate Jack Ciattarelli
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonTrenton, N.J. – President Donald Trump will host an early voting eve tele-rally Friday night in support of New Jersey Republican Jack Ciattarelli, as the state’s competitive gubernatorial race heads …
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NBA scandal rocks the sports world as Terry Rozier and ex-coach Damon Jones charged in insider betting scandal
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonBrooklyn, N.Y. – Federal prosecutors have charged current and former NBA players, including Terry Rozier and Damon Jones, in a sprawling sports betting and money laundering conspiracy that officials say …
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Crashes and Delays Slow Friday Morning Commute Across New Jersey
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonNEWARK, NJ – Commuters faced another rough start to the day Friday as crashes and heavy congestion clogged several of New Jersey’s busiest roadways during the morning rush hour. A …
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JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. – Police were asking for the public’s help locating a 16-year-old girl who has been reported missing and is considered endangered after disappearing from Jackson Township High …
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Illegal migrant indicted in Lakewood crash that killed mother and 11-year-old daughter
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonLAKEWOOD, N.J. – A ‘Red Bank’ man, who is a twice-released criminal alien accused of driving drunk and causing a deadly head-on crash that killed a mother and her young …
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Murphy calls N.J. governor’s race “really close,” urges residents to vote early, praises Mikie Sherrill
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonTRENTON, N.J. — Gov. Phil Murphy said the New Jersey governor’s race remains “really close,” describing it as part of a broader trend of political division nationwide. Speaking on Ask …
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The Whole Thing Sucks: Murphy Slams Trump Crackdown on Criminal Illegal Aliens
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonNEWARK, N.J. – Gov. Phil Murphy sharply criticized federal immigration detention practices during a live radio appearance, calling the system “the whole thing sucks” and arguing that federal authorities are …
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Rocky Mount man busted after trying to cash $230K check he says he ‘bought online’
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonROCKY MOUNT, N.C. – A North Carolina man is facing felony charges after walking into a local bank with what police say was a fake $230,000 cashier’s check he claimed …
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Sen. Amato backs GOP plan to cut energy taxes, urges refund of ratepayer windfall
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonTRENTON, N.J. – Senator Carmen Amato Jr. (R-9) is throwing his support behind a Republican proposal to suspend key state energy taxes in an effort to reduce household utility bills, …
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Phil Murphy announces deal to save New Jersey farm from eminent domain
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonCRANBURY, N.J. – A 175-year-old family farm in Middlesex County will stay in the hands of its longtime owners after a deal brokered by state officials ended months of tension …
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Byron Donalds Endorses Jack Ciattarelli, Ravages Mikie Sherrill at New Jersey Campaign Event
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonASBURY PARK, N.J. — Congressman Byron Donalds endorsed Republican gubernatorial candidate Jack Ciattarelli this week, delivering a sharp critique of Democratic opponent Rep. Mikie Sherrill during a campaign stop in …
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Queens school bus company charged with forging insurance to operate in Valley Stream
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonMINEOLA, N.Y. – A Queens-based bus company and its two owners are facing felony charges after prosecutors say they forged insurance documents to operate school buses for the Valley Stream …
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Toms River launches CSI camp for students during teachers convention break
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonTOMS RIVER, N.J. – Toms River Recreation is giving local students the chance to step into the shoes of detectives next month with a two-day Crime Scene Investigation program scheduled …
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Murphy blasts storm absence coverage as political, blames ‘right-wing rags’
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonNEWARK, N.J. – Gov. Phil Murphy dismissed criticism over his out-of-state weekend during recent severe weather as politically driven. He said the outcry was fueled by “right-wing political rags” masquerading …
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NJ bill would require mental health checks for school bus drivers
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonTrenton, NJ – A new proposal in the New Jersey Senate would mandate mental health evaluations for all school bus drivers as part of their licensing and renewal process. Senator …
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Human remains found at New Windsor construction site may be linked to mob burial ground
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonNEW WINDSOR, N.Y. – A construction crew working on a gas line project in the Hudson Valley made a grisly discovery this week when human remains were unearthed at a …
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Jackson mayor invites families to annual Safe Trick-or-Treat event at Town Hall
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonJACKSON, N.J. – Mayor Jennifer L. Kuhn is inviting families to celebrate Halloween safely at the annual Mayor’s Safe Trick-or-Treat event, set for Thursday, October 30 at Jackson Town Hall, …