Community News

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — The Mayor and Township Council are calling on residents to step forward and serve their community by volunteering for one of Jackson Township’s advisory boards or …

SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — Six dual-port electric vehicle charging stations have been installed in Seaside Heights as part of a Supplemental Environmental Project (SEP) stemming from a settlement with the …

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Motorists in the District of Columbia should prepare for parking restrictions and street closures this Saturday, November 23, as the city celebrates the unveiling of the Marion …

CAPE MAY, NJ – The holiday season is lighting up the shore as Harry’s Ocean Bar & Grille welcomes back its beloved Christmas pop-up, Jingle Bar, starting November 22, 2024. …

TOMS RIVER, NJ — Northern Ocean Habitat for Humanity has been awarded a $50,000 grant from Lowe’s to support critical home repair projects for five homes in northern Ocean County, …

POINT PLEASANT BEACH, NJ — A Toms River man was arrested Sunday morning after allegedly dropping a gun inside a church and falsely claiming to be a law enforcement officer, …

TRENTON, N.J. — Two opposing bills are fueling intense debate in New Jersey over the state’s approach to immigration enforcement, with one proposal advancing protections for undocumented immigrants and the …

ALEXANDRIA, VA — Officers from the Alexandria Police Department and deputies from the Alexandria Sheriff’s Office joined forces to spread holiday cheer, delivering Thanksgiving meals to families in need across …

New Jersey is at it again, and this time it’s bird feeders. That’s right—the state that’s already banned plastic straws, plastic bags, and even plans to phase out gas-powered cars …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Ocean County Commissioner Frank Sadeghi paid a visit to Luke, an 11-year-old entrepreneur and founder of the up-and-coming startup “Luke’s Firewood,” to discuss the challenges of …

MOUNTAINVILLE, N.J. — The quaint village of Mountainville in Hunterdon County, known for its scenic charm and historic quirks, has found itself at the center of an unexpected geological discovery. …

Wildwood was absolutely buzzing with excitement today, as Morey’s Piers and the iconic boardwalk have teased a major announcement. The speculation is wild, the guesses are creative, and the suspense …

TRENTON, N.J. — A proposed bill in New Jersey seeks to require all battlefield cross memorials across the state to include the symbolic configuration of a vertical rifle, helmet, boots, …

TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey Assembly Commerce, Economic Development and Agriculture Committee has approved a bill that would impose new restrictions on bird feeders as part of broader efforts …

WOODBRIDGE, NJ — A man shopping in a New Jersey supermarket with his registered service animal—a miniature horse—has drawn attention and controversy, with the owner threatening legal action against those …

JACKSON, NJ — Is a future Aaron Judge or Derek Jeter living right here in Jackson? Only time will tell. Out of more than 46,000 participants across the country, 10-year-old …

UTICA, N.Y. — A 19-year-old woman was killed and two others were injured during a series of violent incidents in the early hours of Friday, according to the Utica Police …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Toms River planning board has denied a proposal to build a five-story apartment complex with ground-floor retail in the downtown district, citing zoning violations, traffic …

WESTAMPTON TWP. — Tensions flared during a Westampton Township Committee meeting this week as residents criticized Burlington County Commissioners Director Felicia Hopson and other officials over a new emergency shelter …

MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. — The Myrtle Beach Police Department has announced the addition of a new officer to its ranks following his recent graduation from the South Carolina Criminal Justice …

BUDD LAKE, N.J. — New Jersey State Police Colonel Patrick J. Callahan returned to his hometown Thursday to speak with seventh graders at Mt. Olive Middle School, emphasizing the importance …

JERSEY CITY, NJ — Mayor Steven M. Fulop and the Jersey City Redevelopment Authority (JCRA) introduced an ordinance at Wednesday’s City Council meeting to establish a Cultural Arts Special Improvement …

In a recent announcement, Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick introduced a plan to reorganize the town’s bureaucratic structure, targeting what he describes as “confusing and inconsistent” designations for departments and …

TOMS RIVER – The township of Toms River, New Jersey, is advancing an ordinance requiring utility companies to properly repave roads they dig up, particularly if the roads have been …

New Jersey has elevated its drought status to a Drought Warning due to ongoing dry conditions and an increase in wildfires. Governor Phil Murphy and DEP Commissioner Shawn M. LaTourette …