Middlesex player snags $160K Jersey Cash 5 jackpot
TRENTON, NJ — A Middlesex County lottery player won the $160,000 Jersey Cash 5 jackpot on Tuesday after matching all five numbers, marking the second top prize awarded in just three days.…
Dark Guardian: Brooklyn Born Former Superhero Cosplay Vigilante Resurfaces at Jackson Town Meeting
Jackson, NJ – Chris Pollak, a Brooklyn-born self-styled superhero cosplaying vigilante turned political hopeful, has resurfaced recently at a town hall meeting in Jackson. Kicking off his campaign with a dramatic appearance…
New playground opens at Johnson Park in Jackson
JACKSON, NJ – Jackson Township has opened a new playground at Johnson Park, featuring modern equipment and ADA-compliant play areas. According to the Jackson Council, the playground includes a zip line, seesaw,…
Three arrested after explosion destroys porta john in Jackson Township park
Three males were arrested Monday evening after a large explosion destroyed a porta john near Flair Ridge Park in Jackson Township, according to police. At approximately 5:02 p.m., Officers Brown, Fox, Scheuerman,…
Jackson Police Department announces promotions at township council meeting
The Jackson Township Police Department promoted four officers during a township council meeting held on July 8, recognizing years of service, leadership, and dedication to law enforcement and the local community. Public…
Woman found asleep in car at Jackson Wawa arrested after drugs, paraphernalia discovered
A woman was arrested Monday morning after Jackson police found suspected drugs and drug paraphernalia in her vehicle while she was unconscious in the driver’s seat outside a Wawa. At approximately 9:51…
Unconscious driver found at Jackson Township intersection arrested for DUI
A 27-year-old man was arrested for driving while intoxicated after police found him unconscious behind the wheel of a vehicle stopped in the middle of a Jackson Township intersection Sunday night. At…
Jackson Council Announces New Landlord Registration Ordinance to Crack Down on Violators
JACKSON, N.J. – The Jackson Township Council introduced a new ordinance Tuesday that overhauls and strengthens the town’s existing landlord registration and rental unit inspection requirements for all non-owner-occupied residential rental properties.…
DC Double Homicide Probe Snares Another Alleged Killer
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A second suspect has been taken into custody in connection with a fatal shooting last month that left two victims dead and a third critically injured in Southeast, police…
Motorcycle Rider Wanted After High-Speed Escape in Jackson
JACKSON, N.J. — Authorities are asking for the public’s help identifying a motorcyclist who sped away from a traffic stop on East Veterans Highway early Saturday morning, putting himself and others at…
SETS Hybrid Training opens new fitness center in Brick after success in Jackson and Toms River
BRICK, N.J. — A new SETS Hybrid Training location officially opened its doors in Brick over the weekend, following successful launches in Jackson and Toms River. Local officials, including Mayor Lisa Crate…
Jackson shelter dog Rayna overlooked again
JACKSON, N.J. — Shelter staff and volunteers at the Northern Ocean County Animal Facility are calling for help as Rayna, a 3½-year-old surrendered dog, continues to wait for her forever home. Described…
Cool Off This Summer at the Jackson Spray Park
JACKSON, N.J. — With summer temperatures rising, the Jackson Township Spray Park has officially opened for the 2025 season, offering families a chance for young children to cool off under a range…
Jackson Zoning Board to Fill Vacant Seats
JACKSON, NJ – The Jackson Zoning Board has multiple vacancies that need to be filled this month. The zoning board, formally known as the Zoning Board of Adjustments reviews and holds public…
Jackson’s municipal election to require just 100 signatures under new law
JACKSON, NJ – A new law signed by Governor Phil Murphy will make it easier for candidates to run in municipal elections, including Jackson’s upcoming council seat election in November. Under the…
Jackson Township Public Notice: Ordinances and Budget
TOWNSHIP OF JACKSON ORDINANCE 2025-17 Ordinance 2025-17 AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF JACKSON, COUNTY OF OCEAN, STATE OF NEW JERSEY, AMENDING AND SUPPLEMENTING CHAPTER 372 OF THE TOWNSHIP CODE OF THE…
Jackson Unanimously Chooses Former Mayor, Vietnam Veteran to Fill Temporary Vacancy on Township Council
JACKSON, NJ — The Jackson Township Council has appointed former mayor and longtime councilman Ken Bressi to fill the vacant council seat left by the recent passing of Councilman Scott Sargent. The…
Jackson’s new Wawa opens with giveaways, coffee and heroes hoagie competition
JACKSON, NJ — Wawa officially opened its newest location in Jackson on Thursday morning, welcoming customers with free coffee, giveaways, and a hoagie-building competition between local police and fire departments. The grand…
Jackson Township kicks off 2025 summer concert series
JACKSON, N.J. — Jackson Township’s 2025 Summer Concert Series is now underway, bringing live music to residents at Johnson Memorial Park at 192 Kierych Memorial Drive. The concert series began June 5…
Jackson farmers market open Thursdays at Justice Complex through September
JACKSON, N.J. — The Jackson Farmers Market season is underway, offering fresh local produce and goods every Thursday at the Justice Complex. The market runs weekly from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m.…