Jackson Township to appoint former South Toms River Mayor Joseph Champagne as public defender

JACKSON, NJ – The Jackson Township Council is set to consider a resolution appointing Joseph Makhandal Champagne, Esq., a former South Toms River mayor and noted attorney, as the township’s next municipal…

The ‘Takeover of Jackson and Lakewood’ featured in latest Tyler Oliveira documentary

A YouTube filmmaker’s latest release ignites backlash and police response in Ocean County. Lakewood, NJ – A controversial video released this week by YouTuber Tyler Oliviera has triggered backlash from residents and…

More than 38,000 without power across Ocean County

Toms River, NJ – Widespread power outages continued across Ocean County Monday as blizzard conditions battered the region, leaving more than 38,000 customers without electricity, according to Jersey Central Power & Light.…

Traffic safety in Jackson and Lakewood at top of Ocean County commissioner’s list

TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Ocean County Board of Commissioners has approved a series of traffic safety improvements aimed at reducing congestion and improving roadway safety across several municipalities, including Lakewood, Berkeley,…

Who’s selling? Jackson Township home sales for week of February 16, 2026

Jackson Township home sales surge past $999K as February market stays hot JACKSON, NJ – Jackson Township’s housing market showed no signs of slowing in mid-February, with several high-end properties topping the…

Jackson developer linked to mayor and council cash continues massive development projects

JACKSON, NJ – As construction is moving forward on a massive new business park at the corner of Bennetts Mills Road and Cooksbridge Road, a project led by Reed Property Group, the…

Buena Vista trooper struck by ATV rider who fled into nearby woods

Buena Vista Township, NJ – New Jersey State Police are asking for the public’s help after a trooper was struck by an ATV rider who accelerated and fled into a wooded area…

Site of once-loved Jackson seafood restaurant to become mikvah for “pioneer” families

JACKSON, NJ – A familiar Jackson Township landmark is preparing for a dramatic transformation that reflects the community’s shifting identity. The former Lighthouse Restaurant, once a popular seafood and steakhouse located at…

Jackson Township Sued After Code Enforcement Officer Strikes Bicyclist Then Flees Scene

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – A Jackson man injured in a 2023 crash involving a township vehicle has filed a civil lawsuit against the Township of Jackson, its Code Enforcement Department, and GEICO…

Jackson LLC landowner awarded $135,000 in lawsuit over proposed South Hope Chapel Road roundabout

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – A small portion of a corner property in Jackson just a few hundred square feet in size is fetching a huge sum of money from Ocean County after…

Jackson Township Volunteer Fire Station Disbanded as Districts Calls for Millions in New Spending

Whitesville, NJ – After nearly a century of service, the Whitesville Volunteer Fire Company has ceased operations, ending a chapter of local firefighting history and marking a full transition to paid career…

Jackson Council Approves Plan for 1,000 More Affordable Housing Units

Jackson Township, NJ – Jackson Township officials have approved an affordable housing plan to meet a state mandate requiring 1,000 affordable units by 2026, despite significant local pushback and mounting environmental concerns.…

Jackson resident sues town to block massive private school, dormitory project in his neighborhood

JACKSON, NJ – A Jackson Township homeowner has filed a sweeping lawsuit in Ocean County Superior Court to overturn the local Planning Board’s approval of a proposed Orthodox Jewish boys’ school, alleging…

$5.7M Jackson farmland slated for development surges on South Hope Chapel Road

JACKSON, NJ – A 17.4-acre tract of farmland along South Hope Chapel Road is pending sale for $5.75 million, signaling another major move in Jackson’s accelerating shift toward commercial and warehouse development.…

Massive new Jackson warehouse opens doors for tenants near I-195

JACKSON, NJ – A newly constructed industrial giant has officially hit the market in Jackson, offering more than 150,000 square feet of premium distribution space and setting a new standard for logistics…

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Report: No nearby working fire hyrdants as Jackson 21 apartment under construction burns to the ground

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Firefighters battled intense flames and water supply issues Tuesday evening after a large fire broke out at a large apartment complex under construction in the Club at Jackson…

Illegal alien convicted of firing gun into Jackson home with children inside

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced that 47-year-old Gardin A. Guevara-Umanzor of Howell Township was found guilty on multiple charges, including burglary, aggravated assault, and weapons offenses,…

Jackson Township hires influential North Jersey Democrat led firm that was blasted for “unacceptable failure” in Jersey City

JACKSON, N.J. – Last year, Jersey City officials announced they were cutting ties with Millennium Strategies over what that city’s new mayor then called an “unacceptable failure” with a $2 million state…

Prime Jackson commercial lots hit the market near bustling Jackson Outlets

JACKSON, N.J. – A cluster of six highway commercial lots totaling roughly 5.75 acres has been listed for sale on Monmouth Road, offering a new opportunity for investors looking to develop along…

‘Retire or be fired’: Jackson employee says Mayor Kuhn forced her out after she refused to break the law

Jackson, NJ – A longtime township employee has filed a sweeping civil lawsuit against Jackson Township and its leadership, alleging retaliation, harassment, and wrongful termination after she refused to comply with what…

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