Dave and Buster’s Opening at the Freehold Mall in 10 days
FREEHOLD, N.J. — National arcade and restaurant chain Dave & Buster’s will open its doors at the Freehold Raceway Mall on Monday, May 12 at 11 a.m., marking the latest expansion of…
New Jersey residents don’t need to pay for spring garden soil and mulch, here’s how
TRENTON, NJ — As spring planting ramps up across the state, many New Jersey residents are spending heavily on topsoil, compost, mulch, and garden soil at home improvement and garden stores. But…
Police dog sniffs out drugs, leading to arrests
Police dog sniffs out drugs, leading to arrests WALL TOWNSHIP, NJ - A traffic stop conducted on Tuesday at Highway 34 near the Garden State Parkway led to a drug bust with…
Masked burglar caught after early morning foot chase in Holmdel
HOLMDEL, NJ — A Forked River man was arrested early Tuesday morning after police say he burglarized a gas station and attempted to flee officers during two separate foot pursuits through Holmdel’s…
Phil Murphy’s Renewable Energy Agenda is Pushing New Jersey off Fiscal Cliff
Trenton, NJ – April 30, 2025 – Governor Phil Murphy’s ambitious pursuit of a “clean and renewable” energy future has hit a wall, leaving New Jersey teetering on the edge of a…
Marlboro convenience store dishes out $25K Fast Play jackpot ticket
Trenton, NJ — A lucky player in Monmouth County took home $25,133 after hitting half of the Fast Play progressive jackpot with a $5 Jersey Jackpot ticket, lottery officials announced Monday. The…
Teen suspect charged in Wall Township home invasion and car theft attempt
WALL TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A third suspect has been arrested in connection with a January home invasion and attempted car theft in Wall Township, police announced Tuesday. Authorities say three masked suspects…
Shoplifting, warrants, and DWI: Busy week for Wall Township police with seven arrests
WALL TOWNSHIP, NJ — Wall Township police made multiple arrests between April 21 and April 29, ranging from shoplifting and driving while intoxicated to warrant apprehensions, according to the department’s activity report.…
First hummingbirds of the season arrive in New Jersey
JERSEY SHORE, NJ — Hummingbirds have officially returned to New Jersey, with bird watchers and residents across the Jersey Shore reporting their first sightings of the season over the weekend. As temperatures…
Howell ice cream shop reopens after years-long hiatus
HOWELL, NJ — Ice Cream on 9, a longtime favorite roadside stop on Route 9, has officially reopened after an extended and unexplained closure, sparking excitement among local residents. The popular ice…
Lakewood man admits to drunk driving joyride that killed one, injured another
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A 23-year-old Lakewood man pleaded guilty Wednesday to vehicular homicide and assault by auto stemming from a July 2022 high-speed, alcohol-fueled crash that killed one woman and seriously…
NJ couple indicted in $2.3M Ponzi scheme used investor money to buy mansion
TRENTON, N.J. — A Middlesex County couple has been indicted by a state grand jury for allegedly orchestrating a Ponzi-style fraud that siphoned more than $2 million from investors through false promises…
Asbury Park man sentenced to 45 years for fatal 2022 shooting of Dariel Vernet
FREEHOLD, N.J. — A Monmouth County judge has sentenced a 19-year-old Asbury Park man to 45 years in state prison for the fatal 2022 shooting of a local resident, authorities announced Thursday.…
Wall Township fire crews join overnight battle to protect homes from massive Jones Road Wildfire
WALL TWP., N.J. — Wall Township emergency services deployed multiple units to assist with firefighting efforts in Ocean County on Tuesday as a massive wildfire near Jones Road threatened neighborhoods and forced…
NJ lawmakers move to repeal diversity and inclusion instruction in public schools
TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey lawmakers are pushing to eliminate diversity and inclusion instruction from public school curricula, introducing a bill that would repeal a 2021 state law mandating such lessons for…
Wall Township Police make eight arrests in busy week of enforcement activity
WALL TOWNSHIP, NJ — Wall Township Police reported multiple arrests between April 14 and April 20, including charges ranging from drug possession to DWI and criminal sexual contact, according to a department…
Roseld Avenue Closed Due to Downed Pole in Ocean Township
OCEAN TOWNSHIP, NJ — Roseld Avenue is closed between Monmouth Road and Wickapecko Drive due to a downed utility pole. The closure began Saturday night and is expected to remain in effect…
Another New Jersey off-shore wind farm goes under
ASBURY PARK, NJ — When you hear the name Empire Wind, you might think of Long Island and New York City, but the reality is, this New York based off-shore wind farm…
Top New Jersey political strategist slams candidate over party boss rejection double-talk
TRENTON, N.J. — Republican gubernatorial hopeful Bill Spadea is facing criticism from within his own party after a pair of social media posts appeared to contradict his campaign message of opposing political…
Skydiving Easter bunny greets guests in Wall Township
WALL TOWNSHIP, NJ — The Wall Township Police Department teamed up with the Glendola Fire Department this past weekend to help the Easter Bunny complete a busy schedule of community appearances, including…