Beloved Middletown Schools to Shut Down Due to District Budget and Financial Problems

District leaders say the move will save millions annually as enrollment declines and costs rise. Middletown, NJ – The Middletown Township Board of Education voted Thursday night to close three schools as…

Monmouth County News·School and Education News

New York clean fuel bill aims to cut transportation emissions 20% by 2034

The proposal would require fuel providers to lower the carbon intensity of transportation fuels across New York. Albany, NY – New York lawmakers are advancing legislation that would establish a statewide “Clean…

Community News·Local Politics·New York City News

Marines Should Not Go Into Hiding: Veterans Group Rescinds Previous Guidance to Stay Hidden During Iran Conflict

A force protection message sent to Marine Corps League members was reversed a day later after backlash across the organization. TRENTON, NJ – A national advisory urging members of the Marine Corps…

Community News·Jersey Shore News·Ocean County News·Toms River News

New Jersey Wants to Change Constitution to Allow Casinos at Meadowlands and Monmouth Racetracks

New Jersey senators push constitutional amendment to allow casinos at racetracks Trenton, NJ – A new proposal introduced in the New Jersey Legislature would allow casino-style gambling at two major racetracks, potentially…

Community News·Government News·Jackson Township News·Monmouth County News

K-9 Hero Tracks Missing 14-Year-Old Girl Through Woods to Fairview Park

Authorities say a police K-9 tracked the missing teenager nearly a mile and a half before she was found safe and returned to her family. South Fayette Township, PA – A police…

Pennsylvania News·Pets and Animals·Police Blotter

Tornado Alert: Severe Storms and Possible Twisters Threaten Maryland and D.C. Region Monday

Forecasters warn a powerful storm system could produce damaging winds up to 80 mph and isolated tornadoes across parts of Maryland and the Washington region. Baltimore, MD – Severe thunderstorms capable of…

Maryland News·Weather Reports and News

Top New Jersey Dem Wants to Force School District Consolidation: Why Jackson and Lakewood Should Take Notice

Top New Jersey Education Senator Calls for Mandatory School District Consolidation New Jersey’s top Democrat overseeing education policy is now openly calling for mandatory consolidation of school districts, reigniting a controversial debate…

Five Towns NJ News·Government News·Jackson Township News·Local Politics

Baltimore Armed Robbery Suspects Arrested After Police Pursuit and Foot Chase

Two men were taken into custody after police spotted a getaway car linked to an armed robbery earlier in the day. Baltimore, MD – Two suspects accused of carrying out an armed…

Baltimore News·Police Blotter

Can Seaside Heights Prevent a Repeat of 2025’s Violence as the 2026 Season Nears?

After a summer marked by stabbings, mass arrests, and boardwalk shutdowns, the question facing Seaside Heights is whether the town can avoid another season of violence as crowds return in 2026. Seaside…

Jersey Shore News·Ocean County News·Opinion - Editorial·Police Blotter

Here are the “Most Easter” places to visit in New Jersey

Best Easter Events and Activities Across New Jersey for 2026 : From scenic train rides to beach egg hunts and farm festivals, families across New Jersey have plenty of Easter events to…

Central Jersey News·Community News·Five Towns NJ News·Local Politics

These Candies Top List of New Jersey’s Favorite and Most Disliked Easter Candies

A new roundup of Easter treats shows Reese’s Peanut Butter Eggs leading the list of favorite holiday candies among New Jersey residents. Toms River, NJ – Reese’s Peanut Butter Eggs are once…

Food & Dining·Jackson Township News·Ocean County News·Toms River News

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

Morris County K9 Teams Earn Regional Certifications, Top Dog Award at USPCA Trials

Eight Morris County Sheriff’s Office K9 teams successfully earned regional certifications in narcotics, explosives, and electronics detection. Morristown, NJ – The Morris County Sheriff’s Office announced that eight K9 teams have successfully…

North Jersey News·Pets and Animals·Police Blotter

Queens Shooting Suspects Flee in White Van After Man Shot in Both Legs, NYPD Says

Police are searching for two masked suspects who shot a man in both legs outside a Queens building before fleeing in a white van. Queens, NY – The NYPD is asking for…

New York City News·Police Blotter

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

From farm markets to classic bakeries, New Jersey offers some of the best homemade pies in the Northeast.

Lakewood, NJ – With National Pi Day celebrated every March 14, many New Jersey residents look for the perfect slice of pie to mark the occasion. Across the Garden State, bakeries, orchards,…

Atlantic County News·Business News·Food & Dining·Monmouth County News

Dramatic chase through Columbus ends with helicopter guide, four in custody

Police helicopter helps capture four suspects after high speed chase COLUMBUS, OH — A high-speed pursuit across Columbus ended with four suspects in custody after police used aerial support to track a…

Ohio News·Police Blotter

Ohio firefighter retiree hits $160K Rolling Cash jackpot

Dublin man wins $160K lottery jackpot with numbers tied to family DUBLIN, OH — A Dublin man who has played the same Rolling Cash 5 numbers for years finally saw his persistence…

Lottery Results·Ohio News

$1.05 Million Carlson Court Sale Tops This Week’s Jackson Real Estate Closings

A five-bedroom home on Carlson Court led the latest round of Jackson Township property sales, closing for $1.05 million. Jackson, NJ — Several homes sold across Jackson Township this week, with prices…

Jackson Township News·Ocean County News·Real Estate News

Lucky Kroger ticket turns into $50K Powerball payday

Sunbury woman hits $50K Powerball prize after checking ticket at breakfast SUNBURY, OH — A Delaware County woman’s morning routine turned into a $50,000 payday after she checked her Powerball ticket over…