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TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Toms River Township Council is amending its building ordinances to ease permit requirements for small sheds and backyard structures, aiming to reduce financial and regulatory …

TOMS RIVER, NJ — The state of New Jersey is trying to force Toms River Township to build almost 700 new high-density affordable housing units, but Mayor Dan Rodrick and the …

BRICK, N.J. — Four new Special Law Enforcement Officers (SLEO I) were sworn in during Tuesday night’s town council meeting, joining the Brick Township Police Department. Chief David Forrester and …

BRICK, N.J. — Local officials joined the Brick Township Chamber of Commerce to celebrate the grand opening of Palms Hair Salon with a ceremonial ribbon cutting. The event marked the …

Gov. Phil Murphy joins First Lady at New Jersey wine competition, celebrates state’s growing industry TRENTON, NJ — Governor Phil Murphy and First Lady Tammy Murphy hosted the New Jersey …

JACKSON, N.J. — The Jackson Township Council has announced a special meeting for Thursday, January 30, after an error in the advertisement of the 2025 meeting schedule led to the …

BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Residents near Lake Riviera Park may notice an increased police presence today as officers participate in ice water rescue training, the Brick Township Police Department announced. …

OCEAN BEACH, NJ – It was standing room only Thursday night at the Channel Marker restaurant in Ocean Beach as state, county, and local Republican leaders and supporters gathered to …

WASHINGTON — Former President Donald Trump announced Thursday the signing of an executive order halting all new offshore wind farm leases in New Jersey, delivering a blow to a key …

GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Police are searching for Hannah Breitweiser, a 17-year-old girl reported missing from the Sicklerville section of Gloucester Township on Thursday. Breitweiser is described as 5 feet …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Ocean County Sheriff’s Office is mourning the loss of Detective Corporal Phil Sickinger, a 19-year veteran of the department who passed away Wednesday after battling …

JACKSON, N.J. — Jackson Township officials are taking steps to reduce the burden of minor code enforcement cases on the municipal court system by reviewing many ordinances, some on the …

JACKSON, N.J. — Jackson Little League and Holbrook Little League have officially merged, creating the newly established Jackson Holbrook Little League, officials announced Monday following approval by Little League International. …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Ocean County Homelessness Trust Fund Task Force has unveiled its funding priorities for 2025, focusing on supportive services, rental assistance, and the development of a …

JACKSON, NJ — Beloved Japanese restaurant Koto Sushi Hibachi will close its doors for good on January 26, marking the end of 17 years in the Jackson Crossings Plaza on …

NEWPORT NEWS, VA — The Newport News Police Department (NNPD) has introduced four custom-designed recruitment vehicles aimed at attracting new officers while celebrating the city’s rich history and landmarks. Each …

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Starting at 8:00 a.m. Saturday, some downtown Washington, D.C., roads will close earlier than previously scheduled to facilitate the buildout of the security perimeter for the 60th …

EGG HARBOR CITY, N.J. — New Jersey State Police troopers, alongside members of the NJSP Forensic Laboratory South, partnered with Church By the Bay and the Pic-A-Lilli Inn to provide …

BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ — Mayor Lisa Crate joined Council Vice President Vince Minichino, Councilwoman Heather deJong, and Councilman Steve Feinman on Wednesday to celebrate the grand opening of Palms Hair …

FORKED RIVER, NJ — Rascal, a six-year-old cat with a gentle heart, is back at the Associated Humane Popcorn Park Shelter after losing his loving owner. Adopted in 2019, Rascal …

NEWARK, NJ — The City of Newark has activated a Code Blue alert from 8 p.m. Monday, January 13, through 9 a.m. Friday, January 17, in response to dangerously low …

FAIR LAWN, NJ — The Fair Lawn Police Department is mourning the loss of Special Law Enforcement Officer Class 3 Jose Valentin, a dedicated public servant remembered for his decades-long …

ASBURY PARK, N.J. — The Asbury Park Police Department has confirmed that rumors of a “serial killer” in the area are false, addressing concerns sparked by a misleading social media …

BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ — The Brick Township Police Department has announced the promotion of Detective Ryan Talty to the rank of sergeant, recognizing his exceptional service and leadership within the …

AVALON, NJ — The Avalon Police Department is mourning the loss of retired Sergeant Arthur M. Ridler, who passed away on January 9, 2025, the department announced. Ridler began his …