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NJ law would let towns, counties, and school districts withdraw from civil service system

Trenton, NJ – A new proposal in the New Jersey Assembly would allow municipalities, counties, school districts, and other local government entities to opt out of the state’s civil service system. Assembly…

Five indicted in Bronx gunpoint robbery spree tied to alleged Trinitarios gang

BRONX, NY – Five defendants, including a 16-year-old boy, have been indicted in connection with a string of violent gunpoint robberies across the Bronx that netted nearly $100,000 in stolen jewelry, prosecutors…

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Two Ocean County men sentenced to state prison for aggravated arson

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Two Ocean County men have been sentenced to state prison for their roles in an arson case that stemmed from a 2024 fire in Little Egg Harbor Township.…

Governor Phil Murphy's S-2 Funding Formula Leaves Schools Closed, Unexpected Mergers, Teachers Without Jobs, Overcrowded Classrooms and No Money in its Wake

NJ bill seeks to ban radical sex education for students through grade four

TRENTON, NJ – A new proposal in the State Assembly would bar New Jersey public schools from teaching sex education or related topics to students in preschool through fourth grade. Assemblyman Sean…

NJ wants to ban employers from asking job applicants about their gender

TRENTON, NJ – A new proposal in the New Jersey Legislature would prohibit employers from asking job applicants about their gender during the early stages of the hiring process. Assemblywoman Shama A.…

Here are all the great vendors at this year’s Brick Thanksgiving Farmers Market on Satuday

BRICK, NJ – The Brick Farmers Market is back for one special Saturday, bringing the community together at Windward Beach Park for its 6th Annual Thanksgiving Market. The market will open from…

Maryland Lottery Results: Powerball winner joins others in winning week

Annapolis, MD – One lucky Maryland Lottery player picked up a $50,000 Powerball win in Tuesday night’s drawing, even as the game’s top prize continues to soar toward historic levels. Lottery officials…

Somerset County launches free veterans shuttle to Lyons VA Medical Center

Somerset County, NJ – Local officials announced the launch of a fare-free shuttle service connecting the Lyons Train Station to the Lyons VA Medical Center in Bernards Township, aimed at improving transportation…

NJ bill would excuse students from school to perform at military funerals

TRENTON, NJ – A proposed New Jersey law would allow public school students to receive an excused absence when they take part in a musical performance honoring veterans at military funerals, including…

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NJ bill would make utilities pay customers for food and medicine lost after long power outages

TRENTON, NJ – A proposal in the New Jersey Legislature would require electric utilities to reimburse residents for spoiled food and prescription medicine after extended power outages caused by major storms. The…

False Rumor of Homeless Veteran’s Purple Heart Being Thrown Out in Toms River Fabricated by Political Adversary

TOMS RIVER, N.J. – A story that went viral on social media claiming the Township of Toms River, and more directly, Mayor Daniel T. Rodrick had thrown out a Purple Heart Medal…

Man sentenced to 35 years for strangling woman after breakup

New Jersey man admits to killing ex after split sentenced to decades Bridgeton, NJ – A Cumberland County man has been sentenced to 35 years in state prison after pleading guilty to…

Lanoka Harbor man sentenced to 10 years in prison for child pornography possession

TRENTON, NJ – A 79-year-old Ocean County man was sentenced to 10 years in federal prison Tuesday for possessing images of child sexual abuse, officials announced. John Mangan of Lanoka Harbor previously…

Political operatives plotted to end Toms River mayor’s teaching career as retaliation for cutting waste in Town Hall

TOMS RIVER, NJ – In a sweeping 59-page verified complaint filed in New Jersey Superior Court, Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick alleges a coordinated, politically motivated campaign by public officials and consultants…

Newark Schools Flush With $1.2 Billion of Money from Other Towns Including Those Closing Schools

NEWARK, NJ – While suburban school districts slash programs, shutter schools, and explore bankruptcy, Newark Public Schools remain among the most well-funded systems in New Jersey — largely subsidized by taxpayers outside…

Four suspects nabbed as sweeping burglary ring uncovered in Hunterdon County

Burglary ring spanning multiple towns smashed after four suspects arrested in Hunterdon County Readington, NJ — A months-long investigation into a string of break-ins across Hunterdon County ended with the arrests of…

Legal Notice: Jackson Township Ordinance 2025-40

TOWNSHIP OF JACKSONORDINANCE 2025-40AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF JACKSON, COUNTY OFOCEAN, STATE OF NEW JERSEY AMENDING AND SUPPLEMENTINGTHE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF JACKSON, SO AS TOAMEND CHAPTER 244, ENTITLED…

Man held on multiple child endangerment and firearms charges in Ocean County

TOMS RIVER, NJ – An Ocean County man is being held at the Ocean County Jail after his arrest on multiple child endangerment, aggravated assault, and weapons-related charges, according to inmate records…

Georgia man charged in $982K Bergen County crypto money laundering case

HACKENSACK, NJ – A 39-year-old Georgia man has been charged in connection with a nearly $1 million money laundering scheme uncovered after a 15-month financial crimes investigation, authorities announced Monday. Bergen County…

Seaside Park extends deadline for new police officer applications

Seaside Park, NJ – The Seaside Park Police Department has extended its deadline for applications to fill full-time police officer positions through both the Alternate Route and Intergovernmental Transfer programs. The department…

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