Former NJ Assemblyman Urges Governor Sherrill to Pause AI Data Centers Over Power Grid Concerns

Union County, NJ – Former New Jersey Assemblyman Jamel Holley is urging Gov. Mikie Sherrill to issue an executive order temporarily suspending pending and proposed AI data centers and other high-energy computing…

NJ Assemblywoman Criticizes ‘Electrify Everything’ Push After Storm Leaves Thousands Without Power

Trenton, NJ – New Jersey Assemblywoman Dawn Fantasia is criticizing the state’s energy policies after powerful thunderstorms knocked out electricity to more than 150,000 JCP&L customers heading into a sweltering Fourth of…

NJ TRANSIT Service Still Disrupted After Severe Storms Damage Rail Infrastructure

Newark, NJ – NJ TRANSIT continues to repair storm-damaged rail infrastructure Saturday, leaving service suspended on several major commuter rail lines following powerful thunderstorms that swept across New Jersey Friday night. The…

Two Friday Fires in Lakewood at Ocean County Park, Recycling Facility

Lakewood, NJ – Firefighters battled an overnight forest fire in Ocean County Park in Lakewood, bringing the blaze under control after crews responded during the overnight hours. Officials have not released the…

Parsippany Residents Told Not to Call 911 About Power Outages After Severe Storm

Police urged residents to report outages directly to Jersey Central Power & Light as crews worked to restore electricity following Friday night’s damaging thunderstorms. Parsippany, NJ – The Parsippany Police Department is…

Watchung Police Warn of Downed Trees, Power Lines After Severe Storm Sweeps Through Borough

Residents are being urged to stay away from downed trees and power lines as cleanup continues following Friday night’s severe thunderstorms. Watchung, NJ – The Watchung Police Department is warning residents to…

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Holmdel Police Warn Residents to Avoid Multiple Roads After Severe Storm Downs Trees, Power Lines

Police urged motorists to avoid several roads across Holmdel Township Friday night as crews worked to clear storm damage and restore power following severe thunderstorms. Holmdel, NJ – Holmdel Township Police are…

Missing Camper Found Safe at Bass River Campground as Storm Leaves Timberline Without Power

A missing person reported to be in the water at Timberline Campground was found safe, but the campground remained without electricity Friday night as severe storms swept across South Jersey. Bass River,…

Severe Thunderstorms Slam Union County, Spark Fires and Widespread Power Outages in Cranford

Power outages, burning high-tension lines, and dozens of downed trees were reported across Cranford Friday night as severe thunderstorms with 60 mph winds swept through Union County. Cranford, NJ – Severe thunderstorms…

Marlboro Township Urges Residents to Stay Off Roads as Severe Storm Causes Flooding and Road Closures

Police warned residents to avoid unnecessary travel Friday night as heavy rain and strong winds created hazardous conditions on roads across Marlboro Township. Marlboro, NJ – Marlboro Township officials are urging residents…

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Scattered Power Outages Reported Across Ocean County as Triple-Digit Heat Strains Electric Grid

Minor outages have been reported in several Ocean County communities Thursday as temperatures climbed above 100 degrees, increasing demand on the electrical system. Ocean County, NJ – Scattered power outages were reported…

Show Us Your Papers? Hoboken Police to Check ID to Enter City

Police checkpoints will restrict vehicle access to Hoboken on Independence Day, requiring drivers to show proof of residency, work, or prepaid parking before entering the city. Hoboken, NJ – Drivers hoping to…

Former Ocean County Commissioner Ginny Haines Turns 80 After Life on Public Payroll

Virginia “Ginny” Haines marks her 80th birthday after a career spanning the New Jersey Legislature, the New Jersey Lottery, the Republican National Committee, and Ocean County government. Toms River, NJ – Ocean…

Former Jackson Little League Star Turned Pro Undergoes Emergency Spinal Surgery After On-Field Collision

The former Jackson Memorial and Rutgers standout remains hospitalized after suffering fractured vertebrae in a frightening collision while playing for the Oakland Athletics’ Double-A affiliate. Jackson, NJ – Former Jackson Little League…

31 Charged in Camden County Jail Drug Ring That Smuggled Narcotics Through Fake Legal Mail

Prosecutors say an eight-month investigation dismantled a sophisticated drug trafficking operation that used counterfeit legal correspondence to smuggle fentanyl, synthetic cannabinoids, PCP, and cocaine into the Camden County jail. Camden, NJ –…

No Happy Ending for Spa Bandits: Four Indicted in Armed Robbery Spree Targeting Edgewater Businesses

Prosecutors say four suspects carried out two armed robberies at Edgewater spas, stealing phones and valuables from victims at gunpoint before investigators tracked them across New York and Maryland. Edgewater, NJ –…

Seaside Heights Cops Accused of Removing Trump Flag-Waving Supporters: Here’s What Happened

A resurfaced video showing Seaside Heights police removing women carrying Trump flags from the beach is gaining renewed attention ahead of Independence Day and the nation’s upcoming 250th anniversary, with the women…

Extreme Heat May Slow NJ Transit Trains as New Fare Increase Takes Effect

Passengers should expect possible rush-hour delays through Saturday as extreme temperatures force slower train operations, while a new 3% fare increase also took effect Wednesday. Newark, NJ – NJ Transit warned riders…

Howell Woman Charged After Four Children Found in Running Car During Dangerous Heat

Police said four children, ranging in age from 1 to 11, were left alone in a vehicle outside a Howell Township Walmart during an extreme heat wave before concerned bystanders called 911.…

Judge Rejects Bid to End Lawsuit Over Lakewood Development Next To Senior Community

A Superior Court judge has denied Leisure Village Association’s request for summary judgment, allowing its lawsuit challenging a controversial Lakewood Planning Board approval for a 28-unit residential development to continue. LAKEWOOD, N.J.…

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