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TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Toms River Police Department will be hiring new officers and promoting existing officers to vacant management positions, including the Chief of Police in coming weeks. …

As if the devastation left by Hurricane Helene wasn’t enough, now the ongoing U.S. dock workers’ strike is threatening to slow down the critical supply chain for recovery efforts in …

Raise a glass, because today we’re toasting to Samuel Adams—no, not just the beer, but the man himself! Born on October 3, 1722, Samuel Adams was a key player in …

Hey New Jersey, today’s the day to give a big shout-out to the unsung heroes who keep our schools, hospitals, offices, and pretty much every building looking spotless—it’s National Custodial …

TRENTON, N.J. — Mercer County Executive Dan Benson signed an ordinance last week that creates the Mercer County Office of LGBTQIA+ Affairs, aimed at supporting the county’s LGBTQIA+ community by …

Hold onto your salsa, folks! National Taco Day just got a major glow-up. Starting in 2024, it’s no longer just any day of the week—it’s officially Taco Tuesday! Yes, you …

EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP, NJ — The Egg Harbor Township High School Latin American Club marked its 25th anniversary with a special appearance by Officer Rodrigo Pimentel, a former president of …

Harold J. Daggett, the fiery president of the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA), is making it crystal clear: the union won’t budge until they get what they want. And if that …

Spirit Halloween just came out swinging at NBC and Saturday Night Live (SNL), and honestly, we’re here for the drama. It all started with a cheeky tweet from Spirit Halloween, …

EAST BRUNSWICK, N.J. — The East Brunswick Police Department has successfully completed its Fall 2024 Police and Teens Together (PATT) program at East Brunswick High School. The program concluded on …

In New Jersey, gas prices are displayed with three decimal places (e.g., $3.499 or $3.49 9/10) due to a pricing convention that dates back decades. This practice allows gas stations …

HARRISBURG, Pa. — Attorney General Michelle Henry is alerting Pennsylvania residents about a trending cyber crime involving sextortion, where cyber criminals threaten to release alleged explicit materials of their targets …

TRENTON, N.J. — Assemblyman Paul Kanitra of Ocean County has introduced the “United Border Security Act,” a bill that would require the New Jersey National Guard to provide support to …

FAIR HAVEN, NJ – A youth softball game in Fair Haven, New Jersey, took a terrifying turn when a large tree branch came crashing down on a dugout, narrowly avoiding …

TRENTON, NJ – Did you know New Jersey is making a major push to ban gas-powered cars and to promote green electric vehicles? Well, that’s true and the state is …

NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. — A group of New Rochelle police officers participated in a 5K run honoring those who lost their lives in the September 11 attacks, the department announced …

JACKSON, NJ – The federal government has carved out a piece of Jackson Township to give it some special attention when it comes to the U.S. Census. You might think …

If you’re a fan of retro vibes, historic landmarks, or just love taking a stroll down memory lane, then you’ve got to check out the jaw-dropping time capsule of a …

FREEHOLD, N.J. — Halloween House Freehold has officially opened its doors at the Freehold Raceway Mall, offering visitors a chance to explore a series of themed rooms designed to celebrate …

PARAMUS, N.J., Sept. 28 — The Paramus Police Department participated in the annual “Day in the Park” event on Saturday, held by the Keri Anne DeMott Foundation. The day featured …

BELLEVILLE, N.J., Sept. 29 — Despite rain showers, the Belleville community came together earlier today for the first annual Childhood Cancer Awareness Walk, held at the Belleville High School track. …

Toms River, New Jersey, is one of those iconic Shore towns that packs a lot of charm and history into its borders. It’s got a little bit of everything—athletic pride, …

BRIDGETON, N.J. — Staff members from the Cumberland County Prosecutor’s Office participated in the Bridgeton Public Schools Back to School event earlier this week, continuing their efforts to engage with …

NEWARK, NJ – New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy has officially weighed in on the escalating labor tensions between dockworkers and shipping operators, taking a strong pro-labor stance just days before …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Mayor Dan Rodrick has announced the appointment of Lieutenant Peter Sundack as the new Chief of Police for Toms River, alongside several key promotions and new …