Toms River mayor, council reject state’s demand for 670 more affordable housing units

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Toms River officials are pushing back against a state mandate requiring the township to build nearly 700 new high-density affordable housing units, arguing that the municipality has already…

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National Pizza Day: The 10 Best Pizzerias in Asbury Park

Asbury Park isn’t just known for its music scene and boardwalk charm—it’s also home to some of the best pizza spots in New Jersey. Whether you’re craving a Neapolitan-style pie, a coal-fired…

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Murphy-aligned social justice group secures $2.5M in federal grants to fight for reparations

NEWARK, N.J. — The New Jersey Institute for Social Justice has received more than $2.5 million in federal grants to support its racial and social justice advocacy efforts aimed at empowering communities…

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NJ Conservation Foundation secures $16M in grants amid offshore wind push

TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey Conservation Foundation has received $16 million in grants as it continues to support the state’s clean energy initiatives, including efforts to advance offshore wind energy. The…

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Celebrating National Pizza Day: Toms River’s Top Pizzerias You Need to Try

In honor of National Pizza Day, there’s no better time to explore the best pizza spots in Toms River, New Jersey. Whether you crave a classic New York slice, a thick Sicilian…

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Three convicted in decades-long art and memorabilia theft ring

SCRANTON, Pa. — Three men were convicted Friday for their roles in a sprawling 20-year conspiracy to steal and traffic priceless artwork, sports memorabilia, and historical artifacts across multiple states, federal prosecutors…

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Migrant Sex Offender Faces Uncertain Future As Ocean County Reverses Stance on Immigrant Detainers

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — An illegal immigrant held in Ocean County Jail faces an uncertain future after county commissioners announced they will no longer comply with a directive from Gov. Phil Murphy…

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Former Clark mayor sentenced for abusing town resources, forging documents

TRENTON, N.J. — Former Clark Township Mayor Salvatore Bonaccorso has been sentenced to probation and fined $15,000 after pleading guilty to abusing municipal resources for his private business and submitting fraudulent permit…

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Lucky ticket sold in Warren County lands $1.7 million lottery prize

TRENTON, N.J. — A Warren County lottery player has claimed a $1,699,120 Jersey Cash 5 jackpot after purchasing the winning ticket at Krauser’s Food Store in Washington Borough. The jackpot-winning numbers from…

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The Left Blames Trump for Egg Prices, But Here’s What’s Really Happening

TRENTON, NJ – As consumers across New Jersey and the United States crack open their wallets, they’re finding that the cost of a dozen eggs has soared to unprecedented heights. With egg…

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Millstone Juvenile Suspect Charged in $100,000 Landscaping Heist

MONROE TOWNSHIP, NJ – A joint investigation by the New Jersey State Police and the Monroe Township Police Department has led to the arrest of two individuals linked to a series of…

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Spadea Resurrects 81-Year-Old Political Strategist With Track Record of Being Wrong, Ties to Willie Brown

TRENTON, N.J. — Republican political strategist Ed Rollins has announced the formation of a new Political Action Committee (PAC) dedicated to supporting conservative talk radio host Bill Spadea’s campaign for governor of…

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Elvin J. Ortiz-Vazquez held without bail in Ocean County on child abuse, assault charges

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Elvin J. Ortiz-Vazquez was booked into the Ocean County jail on Wednesday and is being held without bail on multiple charges, including child abuse, aggravated assault, and unlawful…

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Man Held Jail on $2,5000 Bond for Drug Possession in Ocean County has Detainer

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Jacobo Gonzalez-Cruz was booked into the Ocean County jail on Thursday following his arrest on a drug possession charge, according to inmate records. He has an active detainer…

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NJ candidate for governor proposes Department of Voter Efficiency to clean voter rolls

TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey gubernatorial candidate Joseph Rudy Rullo has pledged to establish a Department of Voter Efficiency, citing concerns over state voter roll inaccuracies and illegal migrants in those voting…

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Tom Homan warns Gov. Phil Murphy: ‘This is not a game’

WASHINGTON, D.C. — ICE director Tom Homan issued a stern warning to New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy, vowing that the federal government will take legal action against state and local officials who…

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Court Dismisses Phil Murphy’s Blockbuster Lawsuit Blaming Oil Industry for Climate Change

TRENTON, N.J. — A New Jersey court dismissed the state’s lawsuit against major oil companies for their alleged climate change role, delivering a setback to environmental activists and the attorney general’s office.…

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Does China Have Access to Your E-ZPass Information? Lawmakers Fear They Do

TRENTON, NJ — Lawmakers and officials are raising the alarm after the New Jersey Turnpike Authority awarded a $1.73 billion E-ZPass contract to TransCore, a company owned by Singapore Technologies Engineering (ST…

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Governor Murphy continues to put state police on front line, in harm’s way, in his personal immigration war against Trump

TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy is once again drawing criticism for inserting the New Jersey State Police between himself, his criminal illegal deportation opposition, and the federal government. This…

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Trenton man convicted in 2022 shooting, faces up to 30 years

TRENTON, N.J. — A Mercer County jury has found a Trenton man guilty of aggravated assault and multiple weapons charges in connection with a 2022 shooting, prosecutors announced. Davion S. Smith, 26,…

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