Why the FBI is Investigating Ocean County Commissioners and Hiring Practices?

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Last week, the Federal Bureau of Investigation showed their hand in a long-running anti-corruption investigation into politicians in Ocean County. Before the COVID-19 pandemic, the FBI questioned several…

Government Censorship as Jackson Twp. Shuts Down Public Commenting on Facebook Page

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Township of Jackson has shut down comments by residents on its official Facebook page. That move comes just days after Monmouth County political insider Steve Dnistrian was…

Jackson Township Officials Condemn Anti-Semitic Attack Against Orthodox Jews

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – The township of Jackson, which is under federal investigation by the Department of Justice for civil rights violations against Orthodox Jews in its borders this week condemned the…

Jackson Officials Say PR Firm Will Help Put a Positive Spin on the Town During Election Year

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Jackson Township officials said they interviewed several different firms before awarding a no-bid contract to Brand Strategic Communications for public image and relations consulting. That contract, according to…

After settling Jackson Trails lawsuit Jackson Township hires public relations consultant to handle “issues management”

JACKSON, NJ – The Jackson Township Council and Mayor Michael Reina have announced the hiring of Stephen Dnistrian, of Steve – Brand and Communications, a public relations consultant after settling their million-dollar…

Vast Lawlessness in My Town: Jackson Township Homeowner Claims Over Quality of Life Inaction

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Jackson Township resident Elanor Hannum, who has been battling Mayor Michael Reina and the township council for decades over multiple alleged quality of life concerns for residents said…

Jackson Business Administrator Says “Some People” in Town Not Following the Rules

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Jackson Township Business Administrator Terrance Wall in a recent town council meeting said many of Jackson’s newer residents aren’t following the rules. Wall singled out complaints about residents…

Jackson Township Orthodox Jewish Chaplains Spreading Awareness in Morris County

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – It was a rough time for Jackson Township back in May of 2018. The township was being sued by multiple Orthodox Jewish entities claiming town officials were trying…

Ocean County Republicans screening candidates today, but the decisions have already been made in advance

TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Ocean County Republican Party will be screening candidates for office in June’s primary to decide who will get the coveted party line, but the organization has already…

Haines, Vicari feud exposes deep rifts in Ocean County GOP machine as public political executions continue to divide the party

TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Ocean County GOP machine was once a well-oiled syndicate where everyone discussed deals behind closed doors, then presented a united front in front of the public. Now,…

Jackson Police seeking suspect who struck unmarked police car at estate sale

JACKSON, NJ – The Jackson Police Department is looking for the public’s assistance with identifying this male, who was visiting an estate sale in the Whispering Hills development. At approximately 7:37 am…

Ocean County Judge denies Jackson Township motion to dismiss Orthodox Jewish discrimination case

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Former New Jersey Attorney General Gurbir Grewal launched a lawsuit and investigation into the conduct of members of the Jackson Township Council, Planning Board, Zoning Board and Mayor…

2021 election hints Lakewood Bloc Vote, VAAD endorsement not as important any longer

LAKEWOOD, NJ – Lakewood Township and surrounding communities are changing. In years past, a predominantly local population in Lakewood would often take political direction from the Lakewood VAAD, a once powerful and…

Jackson trailer park Halloween or KKK ghost? You decide

There’s another internet mystery to solve. Forget whether or not the dress is blue or gold. Don’t worry if they’re saying Laurel or Yanny. Is it a ghost or is it a…

Jack Ciattarelli slammed for campaigning without permission at America’s largest Orthodox Jewish Yeshiva

LAKEWOOD, NJ – New Jersey GOP candidate Jack Ciattarelli was condemned this week for bringing his political campaign to a private religious institution in Lakewood Township without asking for permission, according to…

Jackson Township Planning Board unanimously approves to move forward on Jackson Trails

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Jackson Township planning board on Monday met in private to discuss a resolution for the Jackson Trails project to receive a preliminary construction approval of the 367…

Jackson Township to pay for legal services for ex-officials subpoenaed by feds

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Federal authorities have subpoenaed personal emails, phone records, and documents of former elected officials involved in the federal civil rights case filed against the township. Now, the township…

Jackson Township officials subpoenaed by Department of Justice agents

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Federal agents have issued subpoenas to past and present Jackson Township officials as the Department of Justice continues pushing forward in the federal civil rights lawsuit filed against…

Judge rules in favor of Jackson rabbi, McGuckin loses another court case

JACKSON, NJ – Jackson Township Attorney Gregory P. McGuckin, whose firm also services public legal contracts in Lakewood is have a tough time trying to win a case in Jackson. This week,…

Jackson Police say “Don’t call us about Great Adventure Traffic” and it’s going to get worse

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Great Adventure is open for the season and this past weekend, traffic along Route 537 was grid locked like it has never been before. Traffic was so bad,…

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