Cape May County is a Taco Lover’s Paradise, No Really

Cape May County may be known for its picturesque beaches and bustling boardwalks, but it’s also gaining a reputation for serving up some of the best tacos in New Jersey. From traditional…

Jackson Council to Vote on Closing High Density Development Loophole on Tuesday

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ—The Jackson Township Council has announced it will vote on an ordinance on Tuesday to close a loophole that would allow potentially thousands of housing units at the Adventure Crossing…

Governor Murphy Orders Flags Lowered for Victims on Anniversary of Horrific Terror Attack Launched by Hamas

TRENTON, N.J. — Governor Phil Murphy has ordered U.S. and New Jersey flags to be flown at half-staff on Monday, October 7, 2024, to honor the one-year anniversary of the Hamas terrorist…

Shore residents to rally against proposed offshore wind project in Sea Girt

SEA GIRT, N.J. — Hundreds of residents from communities along the Jersey Shore are expected to gather Sunday morning to protest the Atlantic Shores Offshore Wind project, which includes plans to install…

Perth Amboy invests $2.6 million to revitalize downtown area

PERTH AMBOY, N.J. — The City of Perth Amboy is undergoing a major downtown revitalization project thanks to a $2.6 million investment funded entirely by grants and the New Jersey Urban Enterprise…

Construction company CEO and foreperson charged in Newark lead pipe replacement fraud

NEWARK, N.J. — The CEO of a construction company and a foreperson have been charged with conspiracy to commit wire fraud in connection with the Newark Lead Service Line Replacement (LSLR) Program,…

Jackson Council Ordinance to Fix High Density Housing Loophole at Adventure Crossing

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Adventure Crossing, once envisioned as a major entertainment district featuring sports fields, hotels, a convention center, restaurants, and other high-end attractions, has yet to meet those expectations. Instead,…

Westfield Police Blotter: Here’s What’s Happening

WESTFIELD, N.J. — The Westfield Police Department responded to a series of incidents between September 22 and September 28, 2024, ranging from motor vehicle burglaries to theft and a warrant arrest. On…

Police bust Allentown chop shop operator

ALLENTOWN, Pa. — A man from Easton has been arrested in connection with a chop shop operation that led to the recovery of 10 stolen vehicles, according to District Attorney Gavin P.…

Former Wildwood mayor pleads guilty to health benefits fraud and tax violations

TRENTON, N.J. — Former Wildwood Mayor Peter J. Byron pleaded guilty to charges related to fraudulently participating in the State Health Benefits Program (SHBP) and failing to disclose outside employment and income,…

Fifty-Year-Old Video of Life in Brick Township Surfaces Online

If you’re a fan of retro vibes, historic landmarks, or just love taking a stroll down memory lane, then you’ve got to check out the jaw-dropping time capsule of a video recently…

Phil Murphy Takes a Stand with Workers as East Coast Port Shutdown Looms in Just Four Days

NEWARK, NJ – New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy has officially weighed in on the escalating labor tensions between dockworkers and shipping operators, taking a strong pro-labor stance just days before a possible…

Paterson Receives State Funding for Youth Boxing Programs

Trenton, NJ — Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and New Jersey State Athletic Control Board (SACB) Commissioner Larry Hazzard, Sr. have announced the selection of two Paterson boxing clubs to receive grant…

Brick Construction Owner Admits to Failing to Pay Employee Taxes, Faces Prison Time

TRENTON, N.J. – Gerard Artz, a 44-year-old construction company owner from Brick, New Jersey, has pleaded guilty to failing to collect and remit employee taxes, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced today.…

FBI Report Claiming Crime Down Nationwide Missing Key Data from America’s Most Violent Cities

Trenton, NJ – Is America safer now than it was before Kamala Harris and Joe Biden? Is New York City safer? Is New Jersey safer? Is Philadelphia safer? If you ask people…

Man Shot in Face in Jackson was Ex-Pagan’s MC Member, Gunman Was Local Chapter Outlaw

Jackson Township, NJ – In what can be described only as a scene out of the fictional television show Sons of Anarchy, three members of the Pagan’s Motorcycle Club were involved in…

The End of an Era, As K-Mart’s Last Large Box Store Shutting Down Soon

BRIDGEHAMPTON, N.Y. — The Kmart store in Bridgehampton, located on Montauk Highway (Route 27), will close its doors on Sunday, Oct. 20, according to a store employee. The announcement was reported by…

Jackson Officials Shocked, Angry After Shooting Suspect, Accomplices Set Free Under Bail Reform

Jackson, NJ – Jackson Township officials are shocked and angry after three men accused in an attempted murder incident on Larsen Road earlier this summer have all been released from jail under…

Drive-In Movie Theaters Are Still a Short Road Trip Away for Most People in Northeastern U.S.

Drive-in movie theaters may seem like a relic of the past, but across the U.S. Northeast, a handful of these nostalgic spots are still going strong, offering classic cinema under the stars.…

Toms River Mayor Opposes County Plan for Downtown Homeless Shelter

TOMS RIVER, NJ – An ongoing feud between Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick and Paul Hulse, organizer of Just Believe, Inc. is taking a new turn today. Last month, Rodrick said he…

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