Jackson Township Farm Slated for Multi-School Development On the Market for $5 Million

JACKSON, NJ — A 7.73-acre farm at 1020 Farmingdale Rd in Jackson Township has been sold for $5,000,000. The property, listed for 91 days, is zoned for school development and already has…

Jackson Township Teacher Arrested for Sexual Misconduct Charges

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ — Andrew Fantasia, 27, of Beachwood, was arrested on October 25 on charges of Aggravated Criminal Sexual Contact, Endangering the Welfare of a Child, and Official Misconduct. The announcement…

The Edge: Where Upscale Meets Rural Flavor in Jackson Township

JACKSON, NJ – When you think of Jackson Township, you might think of pizzerias and comfort food, but hidden in the rural Pinelands community is a restaurant that would fit right in…

Former Jackson Township Business Administrator, Paterson Mayor Indicted Again

PATERSON, NJ – Former Jackson Township Business Administrator quit his post abruptly to become mayor of Paterson. He was later arrested, charged and convicted of political corruption. Now, he’s in trouble again.…

Jackson Township Orders Homeowner to Remove Vulgar Blinking Traffic Sign

JACKSON, NJ – Jackson residents are upset with a sign that, while well intended, was criticized. Jackson Township officials announced Tuesday night that homeowners Stephanie and Joseph Rucci have until the weekend…

Jackson Township Settles Religious Lawsuit: Here’s What Officials Have to Do

Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division on Civil Rights (DCR) announced a $575,000 settlement with Jackson Township, resolving allegations that the Township violated the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (LAD)…

43-Acres Preserved in Jackson Township

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Following up from the purchase of land by Jackson Township to prevent several private schools from being developed, Mayor Michael Reina on Tuesday announced the township would be…

Ten Famous People with Ties to Jackson Township

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – When you think of Jackson Township, it’s not exactly known as a breeding ground for the rich and famous, but that’s not to say people in the town…

Overnight Shooting Injures One in Jackson Township

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – An overnight shooting in Jackson Township left one man injured. Police were called to the scene on the 1000 block of Aumack Road at approximately midnight. Upon arrival,…

Forest fire threatens 30 buildings in Jackson Township

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Firefighters are battling a forest fire in the northern section of Jackson Township, causing heavy smoke conditions and road closures tonight. The fire is in the wildland-urban interface…

Jackson Township in the market for two Harley Davidson motorcycles

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Born to be wild? The Jackson Township government has put out bids requests to purchase two Harley Davidson motorcycles. No, there’s no biker gang forming at town hall,…

Jackson Township Board of Education to Hold Special Meeting for 2023-2024 Budget Hearing

JACKSON, NJ – The Jackson Township Board of Education has announced that it will conduct a Special Meeting on Monday, May 8, 2023, at 5:30 p.m. The meeting will take place in…

Jackson Township gets spring cleanup thanks to volunteers, Clean Communities

JACKSON, NJ – If you noticed tonight, Jackson Township is a little bit cleaner than it was yesterday. That’s because volunteers lined the town’s roadways and cleaned up the trash. Jackson Township…

Jackson Township Tornado confirmed by the National Weather Service

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – The National Weather Service has positively confirmed a tornado in Jackson Township. The strength of the tornado was not known at this time, and the NWS is currently…

Lakewood man arrested for assault and kidnapping of woman in Jackson Township

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Jackson Township police responded to an apartment building after receiving a 911 call regarding a possible assault on a child by an adult in December. Police discovered that…

Admired Jackson Township school teacher named new mayor of Brick Township

BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ – John Ducey, the well-respected former mayor of Brick Township is out. Ducey resigned last week after being nominated to serve as New Jersey judge. Last night, the Brick…

Jackson Township mayor announces road improvements around sports complex

Jackson, NJ – A grant of $209,000 has been awarded to Jackson Township by the New Jersey Department of Transportation, which will be used to upgrade Anderson Road, from Cassville Road at…

Jackson Township public relations firm owner running for political office

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Steve Dnistrian, the owner/operator of a public relations firm hired by Jackson Township to write press releases for the township body, has announced he is running for political…

Jackson Township man killed in off-road crash

LACEY TOWNSHIP, NJ – Police in Lacey reported that a 58-year-old Jackson Township man was killed in a crash while riding an ATV in Lacey Township. Police arrived to the area of…

Construction to shut down major Jackson Township Road through Thursday

JACKSON, NJ – Construction in the area of South Hope Chapel Road and Whitesville Road will force a complete closure of South Hope Chapel through Thursday during the day. According to the…

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