Community News

TRENTON, NJ – Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin, in conjunction with the Division on Civil Rights (DCR), announced the proposal of a new rule aimed at clarifying the legal boundaries …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Toms River Bureau of Fire Prevention is highlighting the crucial role of its Fire/EMS Dispatch division. This dedicated team consists of four full-time and twelve …

WEST ORANGE, NJ – Nestled in the heart of West Orange, New Jersey, the Thomas Edison National Historical Park offers visitors a unique glimpse into the life and work of …

FORKED RIVER, NJ – A young dog named Dorothy, recently rescued from a puppy mill, is now available for adoption at the NJ Associated Humane Popcorn Park Shelter. Dorothy, approximately …

The much-anticipated Jackson Summer Concert Series kicks off at Johnson Park on Wednesday, June 5th, at 6:30 p.m.  The first concert will be Reggae Night, featuring Random Test. Food trucks …

NEWARK, NJ — In a collaborative effort on International Missing Children’s Day, Newark Police Detective B. Lewis from the Community Affairs/Clergy Unit joined forces with The Shani Baraka Women’s Resource …

BOSTON, MA — Officers from District D-14, along with the BPD Ice Cream Trust, participated in the annual Ice Cream Social at Mary Lyons School in Brighton. The event featured …

TRENTON, NJ – In response to recent disturbances at the shore, New Jersey legislators have introduced a comprehensive bill aimed at expanding and clarifying laws against rioting and related violent …

TRENTON, NJ—New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy announced that the state has secured a $125 million settlement from Danish energy company Ørsted. This agreement comes after Ørsted decided to halt development …

OCEAN COUNTY, NJ—The First-Time Homebuyers Program in Ocean County has successfully assisted 585 families in achieving their home ownership dreams, according to the Ocean County Board of Commissioners. This initiative, …

CHERRY HILL, NJ – The New Jersey State Police joined forces with the Cherry Hill Police and Fire Departments to mark the grand opening of the Insight Foundation Community Center …

OCEAN CITY, NJ – After a wild weekend at the Jersey Shore, one local mayor affected by the mayhem has had enough. Ocean City Mayor Jay Jillian is dealing with …

BALTIMORE, MD – Kristie Pereira was shocked to find her once desperately ill puppy, believed to have been euthanized, alive and up for adoption nearly a year after she relinquished …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – While Governor Phil Murphy spent his weekend from the safe and secure confines of his mansion at Island Beach State Park, he apparently hasn’t seen the …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Mayor Dan Rodrick expressed his gratitude to volunteers this weekend for their efforts in maintaining local community spaces. SFC James E. Long and students from Toms …

ASBURY PARK, NJ — The inaugural “Talkin’ Yanks at the Shore” event is set to take place at Asbury Lanes in Asbury Park, New Jersey, on Sunday, June 16. This …

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ — Early this morning, the Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office (ACPO) collaborated with the Atlantic City Police Department (ACPD) and Jewish Family Services (JFS) for a boardwalk outreach …

WILDWOOD, NJ – Police in Wildwood breaking up a boardwalk brawl contended with angry and disorderly teens encroaching them while making their arrest. The scene unfolded several times Saturday night, …

BURLINGTON COUNTY, NJ — Vincent Root, a 59-year-old special education teacher at Chatsworth Elementary School, faces new charges in a deepening abuse scandal. Initially charged in October 2023 for sexual …

BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ — Today, Brick Township paid tribute to the military members who have made the ultimate sacrifice for the country at its annual Memorial Day Parade. Mayor Lisa …

WEST LONG BRANCH, NJ — The West Long Branch Police Department played a significant role in the Memorial Day celebrations, honoring the sacrifice of military personnel who have served and …

TOMS RIVER, NJ—The Toms River Police Department has announced a curfew for juveniles in the barrier island communities, including Ortley Beach and the northern beaches, effective through Labor Day. This …

OCEAN CITY, NJ — On Saturday evening, police were called to a large fight on the 1000 block of the Boardwalk, where an unidentified male suspect stabbed a 15-year-old boy. …

NEWPORT NEWS, VA—In a recent community effort, two officers from the Newport News Police Department (NNPD) joined forces with students from Warwick High School to clean up the Monitor Merrimac …

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA—A tragic shooting at a local carnival in Virginia Beach has resulted in the death of a 15-year-old girl and left an 18-year-old male in critical condition. The …