Jackson Township Didn’t Fight Its Affordable Housing Battle As 27 Other Towns Suing State

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JACKSON, NJ – In nearby Toms River, Mayor Dan Rodrick took the fight to Trenton, hired a competent fair share housing attorney, and won. A few other towns also fought and won…

January 8, 2026

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Maryland Lottery’s Holiday Raffle hands out millions in cash

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Maryland Lottery Holiday Raffle makes one Pikesville player a millionaire Pikesville, MD – A Maryland Lottery player has started the new year with a seven-figure win after landing the $1 million top…

January 6, 2026

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Hilton Hotels Ban ICE Agents, “Tell Your Co-Workers” They’re Not Welcome Here

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Emails show Hilton hotel canceled DHS-related reservations in Minnesota An email shared by DHS today shows that staff at a Hilton-branded property in Lakeville, Minnesota, canceled hotel reservations connected to Department of…

January 5, 2026

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Italian language and culture remain deeply rooted in New Jersey’s identity

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TRENTON, NJ – Not counting anyone who watched The Sopranos, or far-removed descendents of Italian immigrants in New Jersey whose extensive knowledge of the Italian language is limited to food, such as…

December 30, 2025

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New traffic pattern on Route 27 in Highland Park aims to cut crashes and calm traffic

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HIGHLAND PARK, N.J. – The New Jersey Department of Transportation has completed a new traffic pattern along Route 27 in Highland Park, converting the busy corridor into a single travel lane in…

December 26, 2025

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Brick lawyer hired to defend man among seven charged in a multi-state prostitution and racketeering case

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TRENTON, N.J. – A Brick Township man is among seven individuals charged in what state authorities describe as a large-scale prostitution and racketeering network operating illicit massage parlors across New Jersey and…

December 23, 2025

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Carol Kelaher, Wife of Former Toms River Mayor Thomas Kelaher Passes

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Caroline E. Kelaher, 95, passed away peacefully on December 9, 2025. She was born on May 22, 1930 on Park Street in Toms River to Joseph and Caroline Finley. She will join…

December 19, 2025

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Wawa ticket wins $400K as scratch-off blitz hits Ocean County

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Powerball shopper hits $1 million as wave of lottery wins sweep New Jersey TRENTON, NJ — A quiet stop at a Rio Grande grocery store turned into a million-dollar moment for one…

December 2, 2025

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Chicago man charged with murder, machine gun possession in September shooting

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CHICAGO, IL – A 35-year-old man has been charged with first-degree murder in connection with the fatal shooting of a 42-year-old man earlier this year on the city’s South Side, police announced…

November 27, 2025

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The Wag brings holiday cheer with two Christmas Spectacular shows to support animals and families

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LAKEWOOD, NJ – New Jersey’s own pop-rock favorites, The Wag, are ringing in the holiday season with two festive performances of their popular Christmas Spectacular this December — including one show benefiting…

November 24, 2025

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One week two millionaires as NJ Lottery announces top winners

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Two New Jersey players win $1 million as Lottery releases top prizes from past week TRENTON, NJ – Two New Jersey Lottery players each won $1 million last week in separate ticket…

November 24, 2025

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Car fire spreads to two vehicles in Manchester Plaza parking lot

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MANCHESTER, NJ – A vehicle fire in the Manchester Plaza Shopping Center parking lot Thursday morning spread to two nearby cars before firefighters brought it under control, officials said. Police responded around…

November 22, 2025

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New York bill would grant in-state tuition to Team USA Olympic athletes training in the state

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Albany, NY – A bill introduced in the New York State Assembly would allow Olympic and Paralympic athletes training in New York to pay in-state tuition rates at public colleges and universities.…

November 21, 2025

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Bubbakoo’s burglar caught with help from facial recognition

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Suspect charged in backpack theft from employees-only area of Bubbakoo’s Burritos Franklin Lakes, NJ – A woman has been charged with multiple offenses after allegedly entering a restricted area of a local…

November 18, 2025

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Swerving driver busted for DUI after Route 208 tip-off

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Driver arrested for DUI after swerving onto West Oakland Avenue from Route 208 Oakland, NJ – A Highland Lakes man was arrested earlier this month after police received a complaint about a…

November 18, 2025

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Seven vehicles vanish in three nights across Howard County

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Carjackers target suburbs in overnight spree across Howard County COLUMBIA, MD — A string of overnight vehicle thefts swept through multiple Howard County neighborhoods this week, with at least seven cars reported…

November 18, 2025

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Johnson’s Corner Farm brings family fun with Christmas lights and hayrides

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MEDFORD, NJ – The holiday season comes to life at Johnson’s Corner Farm from November 21 through December 23, where families can toast marshmallows by fire pits, explore the glowing lake display,…

November 15, 2025

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Masked suspects target cars in Manchester Township neighborhood crime spree

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MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, N.J. – A pair of masked suspects are being sought after a string of vehicle burglaries and attempted break-ins rattled a quiet neighborhood Monday evening. Authorities said the crimes occurred…

November 12, 2025

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Orthodox Voters Join Forces with Mo Hill Club to Elect Democrat Eagan to Toms River School Board

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TOMS RIVER, NJ – Two warring factions of the Toms River Republican Party joined forces on Tuesday with the Orthodox Jewish community to re-elect longtime NJEA boss Kathy Eagan to the Toms…

November 9, 2025

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Ocean County awards $5.2 million in new contracts and extensions across departments

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TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Ocean County Board of Commissioners has approved more than $5.2 million in new and extended contracts spanning health care, technology, engineering, infrastructure, and public safety services. The…

November 8, 2025

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