Jackson Township Councilman Marty Flemming speaks with Lakewood Developer Mordechai Eichorn and Jackson VAAD leader Mordechai Burnstein at a campaign fundraiser held at Eichorn's golf course.

Jackson Councilman to Resign from Office in Coming Weeks

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – After an unsuccessful bid to run for mayor of Jackson Township, hardware store owner Marty Flemming has told his colleagues he will soon be resigning from the township…

Jackson Twenty-One Under Fire for Failing to Deliver Vision That Was Promised

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Ten years ago, when Mitch Leigh pushed his vision of a utopian paradise nestled in the woods of Jackson Township, he boasted about theaters, public squares, a downtown…

Flemming Says Chaverim to be Officially Recognized in Jackson

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Marty Flemming, the former Council President of Jackson Township on Tuesday announced that Chaverim, a Lakewood-based civic civilian safety watch group, will soon be operating in Jackson, with…

Politics Aside, Jackson Council, Mayor Endorse Renomination of Prosecutor

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – When Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley Billhimer took the job through an appointment by Democrat Governor Phil Murphy, Republicans in the county were irate. Billhimer replaced one of their…

Jackson Officials Ban Parking on Portions of Brewers Bridge Road

JACKSON, NJ – The township council voted on Tuesday to prohibit parking on portions of the busy Brewers Bridge Road. Councilwoman Jennifer Kuhn noted that she supports the change after receiving numerous…

Jackson Ice Cream Shop Farley’s Has Been Sold

JACKSON, NJ – Farley’s Homemade Ice Cream on Brewers Bridge Road has been sold. Owner John Burnetsky confirmed the sale today on the company’s Facebook page. “This is straight from the horse’s…

Jackson Ordinance Blocks Outsiders from Serving as Chaplains

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – An ordinance signed into law by Mayor Michael Reina in Jackson Township will preserve the highly esteemed title of police chaplain but will limit the honor to township…

Jackson Man Pleads Guilty to Eluding, Assaulting Police Officer

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer has announced that Kevin Valverde-Cruz, 21, of Jackson, has pleaded guilty to Aggravated Assault and Eluding Law Enforcement charges in connection with…

Jackson council members under investigation under fire by peers

JACKSON, NJ – Jackson Township Councilman Scott Sargent, an 11-year veteran of the Jackson school board, on Tuesday called out a blatant lack of procedure, transparency, and cooperation among members of the…

Egg Harbor Township Man Charged Following Shooting Investigation

EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP, NJ – Following an in-depth investigation into a shooting that occurred on January 10, Trasaan Jackson, 33, has been charged. The Egg Harbor Township Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Division…

Attorney General’s Office investigating Jackson officials over alleged misconduct

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – An ethics violation has been filed with the Attorney General’s Office against three Jackson Township Councilmen last week. The Office of the Attorney General said on Friday that…

Jackson to host Food Trucks and Fireworks event at Johnson Park

Jackson, NJ – Mark your calendars for an evening filled with delectable delights, lively entertainment, and a magnificent fireworks display as Jackson Township presents its Fireworks and Food Trucks Event. Taking place…

Another business is being Pushed out of Jackson Crossing

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – When the previous owner of Jackson Crossing was trying to flip his successful property during the COVID-19 pandemic, he was seeking suitors who would cater to the growing…

Jackson cancer center tagged with antisemitic graffiti

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Law enforcement officials are investigating a possible hate crime at an Orthodox Jewish-operated cancer center in Jackson Township. Chai Lifeline Center was tagged with anti-semitic messaging a day…

Marty Flemming - Candidate for Jackson Mayor

Jackson Councilman announces resignation; Sells home

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Jackson Township Council President Marty Flemming, who ran unsuccessfully for mayor in November of 2022, has announced resigning as the township council president. On Tuesday, Flemming, who recently…

Jackson police officer kick off 40th anniversary Special Olympics Torch Run

Jackson, NJ – On Saturday morning, officers from the Jackson Police Department commenced the 40th anniversary of the NJ Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run. Carrying the symbolic torch, the officers embarked…

Jackson board denies application to turn home in religious school

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – An application to turn a residential home in Jackson Township into a religious high school has been rejected by the local zoning board. Board officials recognized the need…

Jackson fire contained, so why is there thick smoke in the air still?

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Jackson Township Mayor Michael Reina today confirmed the forest fire in Jackson Township has been contained, but residents are still asking why the smell of smoke is so…

Man Fatally Struck by Two Vehicles in Manchester Township

MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ- A pedestrian collision resulting in a fatality occurred in the area of County Route 571 near the intersection of Washington Avenue. At around 10:30 pm on Saturday, the Manchester…

There’s going to be Plenty of Building in Jackson, County Commissioners Forecast

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – During a heated debate over preserving the last working farm in Lakewood Township, the Ocean County Board of Commissioners forecasted ‘plenty of homes’. That statement came after Commissioner…

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