New Jersey Police Warn of Investment Scam
MONROE TOWNSHIP, NJ – In early February, a Monroe Township resident fell victim to a scam falsely claiming to be from the Federal Trade Commission. The victim was tricked into believing their…
New Jersey Seeks New Annual Tax on Electric Vehicles
TRENTON, NJ – Assembly Bill No. 4011, recently reported favorably by the Assembly Transportation and Independent Authorities Committee, introduces amendments to the “New Jersey Transportation Trust Fund Authority Act of 1984”. These…
New Jersey Minors Could Soon Qualify for Restraining Orders in New Jersey
New Bill Proposes Expanded Domestic Violence Protections for Minors TRENTON, NJ – A significant legislative proposal seeks to broaden the scope of protections under New Jersey’s domestic violence statutes to include minors…
New Jersey Lawmaker Wants to Force School Districts to Recognize Veterans Day as Mandatory Holiday
TRENTON, NJ – Assemblywoman Aura K. Dunn of District 25 (Morris and Passaic) has introduced a bill mandating the closure of all New Jersey school districts on November 11th to observe Veterans…
New Jersey Democrats Want to Limit Access to Public Records Under OPRA Guidelines
Senate Bill No. 2930 Seeks to Revise New Jersey’s Open Public Records Act TRENTON, NJ – A motion driven by New Jersey Democrats which will likely garner bi-partisan support in the state…
State Officials Propose 24-Hour Hotline to Report School Threats in New Jersey
New Legislation Establishes 24-Hour School Safety Hotline TRENTON, NJ – A newly introduced bill mandates the Division of State Police to establish and maintain a 24-hour toll-free hotline dedicated to receiving anonymous…
New Jersey Law Would Allow School Districts Decimated by S2 Formula to Raise Taxes Above 2% Cap
Senate Bill No. 2434 Offers Financial Flexibility to School Districts Facing Aid Reductions TRENTON, NJ – The Senate Education Committee has favorably reported on Senate Bill No. 2434, a legislative move designed…
New Jersey Bill Lowers Standards for School Bus Drivers, Increase Penalties for Negligence
New Jersey Assembly Bill No. 4835 Simplifies School Bus Operation Requirements TRENTON, NJ – The Assembly Transportation and Independent Authorities Committee has favorably reported on Assembly Bill No. 4835, a significant piece…
Trout Fishing Shut Down Through April in New Jersey’s State Stocked Waters
TRENTON, NJ – The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) Fish & Wildlife has announced its trout stocking and fishing schedule for the spring season. Pre-season trout stocking will proceed as…
Chairman of New Jersey Young Republicans Arrested for Sexually Assaulting Sleeping Man
WEST MILFORD, NJ — Matthew Conlon, a 32-year-old councilman from West Milford, is facing legal repercussions after being accused of inappropriate conduct toward a 20-year-old man earlier this month. The incident, which…
New Jersey State Police Join with CUMAC Food Pantry to Combat Hunger in Passaic County
PASSAIC COUNTY, NJ—In a recent community service initiative, troopers from the New Jersey State Police lent their support to the CUMAC Food Pantry in Passaic County, assisting in the organization’s efforts to…
Homelessness on the Rise Across New Jersey
TRENTON, NJ — The Office of Homelessness Prevention (OHP) has released its comprehensive Annual Report for 2022, alongside findings from the 2023 Point-In-Time Count, revealing significant insights into New Jersey’s homelessness situation.…
Explore New Jersey’s Vast Hiking Trail Networks This Spring
TRENTON, NJ — When you think of New Jersey, hiking might not be the first thing that enters your mind. With the weather starting to warm, spring is the best time to…
Brooklyn Church Leader, New Jersey Man Stole Parishioner’s Retirement Savings
NEW YORK, NY – Lamor Whitehead, a 45-year-old church leader from Paramus, New Jersey, was found guilty by a jury on charges including wire fraud, attempted wire fraud, attempted extortion, and making…
New Jersey Army Recruiter Arrested for Sexual Assault of Minor
HAMILTON, NJ – Shawn C. Nguyen, a 44-year-old man from Egg Harbor Township, was arrested by the Township of Hamilton Police Department on charges related to the assault of a minor. The…
New Jersey Doc Who Prescribed Opioids to His Addiction Patients Stripped of Medical License
TRENTON, NJ – Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin, alongside the Division of Consumer Affairs, announced that Essex County vascular surgeon Marc Watson, MD, will permanently stop practicing medicine in New Jersey. This…
New Jersey Bias Crime up 22% According to Attorney General Report
New Jersey Launches Community Peacemaker Collaborative to Combat Rise in Bias and Hate TRENTON, NJ — In response to a significant increase in bias incidents, including antisemitism and Islamophobia, New Jersey’s Attorney…
Travel NJ: New Jersey’s Whiting Wildlife Management Area: A Sanctuary for Flora and Fauna
MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ — Whiting Wildlife Management Area, spanning 1,211.91 acres in Manchester Township, Ocean County, serves as a vital pineland habitat. This acquisition, funded through license sales and supplemented by Green…
Another Victory for Opponent of New Jersey First Lady Tammy Murphy
Andy Kim Secures Victory in Mercer County Democratic Senate Primary Convention TRENTON, NJ – Andy Kim emerged victorious in the latest contest against New Jersey First Lady Tammy Murphy during the Democratic…
New Jersey, Pennsylvania Italian Ice Chain Giving Away Free Treats on First Day of Spring
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard, the renowned frozen treats destination, is offering its guests a reason to celebrate on the first day of spring. The brand, which…