What’s On Fire? Southern Ocean County Heavy Smoke Prompts Police Advisory

Authorities say a controlled burn by the New Jersey Forest Fire Service is causing widespread smoke but poses no threat to the public. Stafford Township, NJ – Smoke drifting across parts of…

Ocean County News·Police Blotter·South Jersey News

USGS continues to monitor New Jersey's increased earthquake spike since 2024 4.8 tremor

Sleepy Hollow Earthquake Rattles Hudson Valley as Minor Tremors Continue Across NJ Region

A magnitude 2.3 earthquake struck near Sleepy Hollow this week, the latest in a string of small quakes recorded across northern New Jersey and the New York metro area. Sleepy Hollow, NY…

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Jackson Resident Files Lawsuit Challenging Board Approval of Commercial Project

A Jackson Township resident says the zoning board unlawfully approved a contractor yard and truck maintenance facility on a wetlands-covered property along West Commodore Boulevard. Jackson Township, NJ – A Jackson Township…

Jackson Township News

Trenton Health Policy: NJ Attorney General Opposes Federal ACA Marketplace Rule

New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport is leading a multistate coalition urging the federal government to withdraw a proposed rule they say would raise health insurance costs and reduce coverage. Trenton, NJ…

New Jersey News

Wildwood Attempted Murder: Man Sentenced to 18 Years in Prison for 2024 Shooting

A Wildwood man who shot a 20-year-old woman in the head on Pacific Avenue has been sentenced to 18 years in New Jersey State Prison. Cape May Court House, NJ — A…

Krispy Kreme in Lakewood loses kosher certification, rabbinical agency issues food alert

A kosher supervision group announced that six Krispy Kreme locations in New York and New Jersey, including one in Lakewood, are no longer certified kosher. Lakewood, NJ – A kosher supervision agency…

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NJ prison range boss accused of selling state ammo for $400K

Ex-NJ corrections lieutenant accused of stealing ammo and pocketing $400K TRENTON, NJ — A former New Jersey Department of Corrections lieutenant who oversaw state gun ranges has been indicted on 24 criminal…

New Jersey News·Police Blotter

$12 Million Pedestrian Safety Project Announced for Busy Lakewood Road

Officials say the project will upgrade intersections, add pedestrian and bike infrastructure, and address long-standing safety concerns along one of Ocean County’s busiest roads. Lakewood, NJ – Ocean County officials have announced…

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Jackson Schools to Lose Another $680,000 in School Funding Under Sherrill Budget Plan

Governor Mikie Sherrill’s proposed education budget would increase state school aid statewide, but several Ocean County districts would still see cuts while others receive significant increases. Trenton, NJ – New Jersey’s largest…

Five Towns NJ News·Jackson Township News·Local Politics·North Jersey News

Mercer County Commissioners Approve Funding for Public Safety, Health Programs, and Infrastructure

Officials authorized contracts, grants, and infrastructure projects during a recent meeting, including funding for addiction services and upgrades at the county jail and airport. Trenton, NJ – Mercer County commissioners approved a…

Government News·Mercer County News

Gloucester County Commissioners Approve Contracts, Grants, and Infrastructure Projects

Officials approved a series of resolutions covering election equipment, public safety upgrades, road work, and technology purchases during their March 4 meeting. Woodbury, NJ – Gloucester County commissioners approved a wide range…

Business News·Government News·South Jersey News

Gloucester County Commissioners Approve Resolution to Increase 2026 Budget Cap

The measure allows the county to raise its budget up to 3.5% above last year’s appropriations under New Jersey’s Local Government Cap Law. Woodbury, NJ – Gloucester County commissioners have approved a…

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NJ homeowner headed to prison in house fire insurance scheme

Cherry Hill man gets prison time for insurance fraud after house fire TRENTON, NJ — A Cherry Hill homeowner who filed false claims after a fire destroyed his house has been sentenced…

New Jersey News·Police Blotter

Mercer County player lands historic $3.4M lottery win

Record $3.4M Jersey Cash 5 jackpot ticket sold at Trenton market TRENTON, NJ — A New Jersey Lottery player in Mercer County has won a record-setting $3,402,434 Jersey Cash 5 jackpot after…

Community News·Lottery Results·New Jersey News

It’s Reckless and Irresponsible: Toms River Mayor Says Council’s Rejection of Favorable Fair Share Housing Deal Will Roll Out Red Carpet for Developers

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick had achieved what few other mayors and towns in New Jersey have been able to do in his fight against the state the…

Community News·Toms River News·Top Headlines

Fugitive alert issued for Somerville man with assault warrant

Somerset County prosecutors name Somerville man fugitive of the month SOMERVILLE, NJ — A Somerset County man wanted on assault and weapons charges has been named the Prosecutor’s Office Fugitive of the…

New Jersey News·Police Blotter

Toms River VAAD to Fight Mayor Rodrick’s Plan to Curb and Control High Density Housing Over Next 10 Years

Mayor warns failure to adopt plan could trigger builder’s remedy allowing thousands of apartments. Toms River, NJ – The Toms River Jewish Community Council (VAAD) is trying to block Mayor Dan Rodrick’s…

Local Politics·Toms River News

Why Does the Jewish Community Council Oppose My Plan to Halt Development? What Happens if the Council Doesn’t Pass My Plan?

Jewish Community Leaders Oppose Toms River Mayor’s Plan to Halt State-Mandated Overdevelopment By Mayor Daniel T. Rodrick | Toms River Recently, the Toms River Jewish Community Council (TRJCC) issued a statement opposing…

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Mikie Sherrill’s Hometown Facing Educational Financial Crisis as Voters Await Results in $17.6 Million Vote

Even the hometown of New Jersey’s governor is grappling with the consequences of the state’s controversial S2 school funding formula as voters decide whether to approve millions in emergency funding. Montclair, NJ…

Government News·Local Politics·North Jersey News·School and Education News

After Promising Cuts, Sherrill Proposes $60.7B Budget, $2B Higher Than Murphy With Pension and School Funding Cuts “If We Don’t Act Now”

Governor Mikie Sherrill’s first budget proposal increases state spending by nearly $2 billion compared to the final budget under former Gov. Phil Murphy. Trenton, NJ – Governor Mikie Sherrill unveiled her first…

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What’s On Fire? Southern Ocean County Heavy Smoke Prompts Police Advisory

Sleepy Hollow Earthquake Rattles Hudson Valley as Minor Tremors Continue Across NJ Region

Jackson Resident Files Lawsuit Challenging Board Approval of Commercial Project

Trenton Health Policy: NJ Attorney General Opposes Federal ACA Marketplace Rule

Wildwood Attempted Murder: Man Sentenced to 18 Years in Prison for 2024 Shooting

Krispy Kreme in Lakewood loses kosher certification, rabbinical agency issues food alert

NJ prison range boss accused of selling state ammo for $400K

$12 Million Pedestrian Safety Project Announced for Busy Lakewood Road

Jackson Schools to Lose Another $680,000 in School Funding Under Sherrill Budget Plan

Mercer County Commissioners Approve Funding for Public Safety, Health Programs, and Infrastructure

Gloucester County Commissioners Approve Contracts, Grants, and Infrastructure Projects

Gloucester County Commissioners Approve Resolution to Increase 2026 Budget Cap

NJ homeowner headed to prison in house fire insurance scheme

Mercer County player lands historic $3.4M lottery win

It’s Reckless and Irresponsible: Toms River Mayor Says Council’s Rejection of Favorable Fair Share Housing Deal Will Roll Out Red Carpet for Developers

Fugitive alert issued for Somerville man with assault warrant

Toms River VAAD to Fight Mayor Rodrick’s Plan to Curb and Control High Density Housing Over Next 10 Years

Why Does the Jewish Community Council Oppose My Plan to Halt Development? What Happens if the Council Doesn’t Pass My Plan?

Mikie Sherrill’s Hometown Facing Educational Financial Crisis as Voters Await Results in $17.6 Million Vote

After Promising Cuts, Sherrill Proposes $60.7B Budget, $2B Higher Than Murphy With Pension and School Funding Cuts “If We Don’t Act Now”

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