Jackson’s 5-dog ordinance misses the mark, punishing residents instead of fixing illegal petting zoo

Township policy targets pet owners while core zoning and enforcement issues remain unresolved JACKSON, N.J. — Jackson Township’s new five-dog ordinance is being framed as a solution to ongoing neighborhood disturbances, but…

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Jackson Township to begin Justice Complex sidewalk repairs to eliminate hazards

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. – Jackson Township officials announced that construction will begin next week to address safety concerns at the municipal Justice Complex, where deteriorating pavers have created tripping hazards outside the…

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Jackson Township HR director ousted as turmoil deepens under Kuhn administration

Another top official exits Jackson Township as internal email disputes firing JACKSON, N.J. – A top Jackson Township official is departing amid ongoing internal turmoil, with the township’s human resources director disputing…

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Jackson Township water main project to begin April 6 along Bennetts Mills Road

Construction tied to county repaving plan aims to improve water system capacity Jackson Township, NJ – Get ready for some traffic problems this spring on Bennetts Mills Road. A major infrastructure project…

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Judge Slams and Denies Jackson’s Motion to Dismiss Wrongful Termination Lawsuit Against Mayor

A Superior Court judge rejected Jackson Township’s bid to dismiss a discrimination lawsuit, sharply criticizing the legal arguments presented. Toms River, NJ – A New Jersey Superior Court judge has denied a…

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It Was Just a Fantasy: Jackson Twenty-One’s Promised Downtown Dream is Nothing More than Acres of High Density Apartments

It was an impossible dream that is now dead. Another broken promise by Jackson Township’s elected officials that nobody wants to talk about JACKSON, NJ – Back in 2013, Broadway legend Mitch…

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Newark Mayor Under Fire For $500 Million Political Deal; Jackson Lawmaker Takes Shots

$500M Newark school lease deal tied to donor draws backlash amid NJ funding crisis Newark, NJ – As school districts across New Jersey grapple with budget cuts and rising property taxes, a…

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Jackson councilman accuses officials of misusing open space funds on pet projects during election season

Pollak claims taxpayer-approved money diverted to parks projects, demands transparency Jackson, NJ – A Jackson Township councilman sharply criticized local officials during Tuesday night’s council meeting, alleging that funds intended for land…

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Java Moon Cafe to reopen near former Jackson location with new Millstone site after 14 years

Popular eatery plans return at Tommy’s Inn, targeting reopening later this year Millstone, NJ – While everything seems to be changing for the worse in Jackson Township, one thing is going back…

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Search party organized in Jackson for missing man at Colliers Mills on Sunday

Jackson, NJ – A renewed search effort is set to unfold Sunday morning in Jackson, where volunteers are being asked to gather and help locate Mortimer Wortman in the Colliers Mills area.…

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Jackson Township Has an Illegal Rental Problem as Half of Properties Inspected Operating Illegally, One Criminally

Jackson launches rental crackdown with 50% of properties cited on first day. New inspection bureau issues widespread violations as officials target illegal rentals. Jackson, NJ – It has been a long road…

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$1.05 Million Carlson Court Sale Tops This Week’s Jackson Real Estate Closings

A five-bedroom home on Carlson Court led the latest round of Jackson Township property sales, closing for $1.05 million. Jackson, NJ — Several homes sold across Jackson Township this week, with prices…

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Man Last Seen Arguing With Missing Jackson Rutgers Student Walks Free After Plea Deal Because Victim Couldn’t Testify

A $10,000 reward is being offered for information after a Rutgers University senior vanished in Jackson Township, sparking outrage from his family. Jackson Township, NJ – This case will be filed in…

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Cold War Nuclear Missile Accident Hidden Away Next to State Wildlife Refuge in Jackson

A 1960 explosion involving a nuclear-tipped missile at McGuire Air Force Base left radioactive contamination that required decades of cleanup. Wrightstown, NJ – A Cold War missile accident at what is now…

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Jackson School District Announces Good Friday Opening, Frustrating Many Families

Some parents call for reconsideration as the district moves a snow makeup day to one of Christianity’s holiest observances. JACKSON, NJ – Jackson School District officials announced a new change to the…

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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,…

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Luxury home in Jackson sells for over $1 million as market stays hot

Jackson, NJ – The Jackson real estate market saw strong winter activity this week, highlighted by the sale of a four-bedroom home on 3 Glenrothes Court, which closed for $1,010,000 on February…

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Jackson’s affordable housing agreement under scrutiny from state Pinelands Commisison

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Last year, Jackson Township announced it had settled an agreement with the state of New Jersey to meet its fair share housing obligations, but a new report issued…

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Jackson Mayor Blames Fellow Councilman for Blown $30,000 Real Estate Commission Deal

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Jackson Township Mayor Jennifer Kuhn’s feud with her political opponent, Councilman Chris Pollak, took a personal financial toll on the mayor in December. Kuhn, who said she was…

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McGuckin off the hook as federal judge allows discrimination case against Jackson mayor Kuhn to proceed

Judge Quraishi’s ruling narrows but does not end the Jackson Township free speech case TRENTON, N.J. – A federal judge has partially dismissed a civil rights lawsuit filed by a Jackson Township…

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