Lakewood swears in new firefighters at commissioners meeting

LAKEWOOD, N.J. — The Lakewood Fire Department officially swore in two new career firefighters and appointed a new volunteer during a recent meeting of the Board of Fire Commissioners. Volunteer firefighter Aldo…

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Toms River Announces Big Plans for Summer Recreation from Bay Concerts to Beach Fun

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Toms River’s Parks and Recreation Department is preparing for a busy summer, with a wide range of events and programs planned following the pandemic’s disruptions. Director Rick Perrine…

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$31K payday pumps out of Tarrytown Road service station

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. — A lucky TAKE 5 player scored the top prize of $31,824.50 in the June 17 evening drawing, according to the New York Lottery. The winning ticket was sold…

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Twelve New Jersey students awarded scholarships for organ and tissue donation advocacy

NEW PROVIDENCE, N.J. — The Sharing Network Foundation has awarded scholarships to 12 high school seniors from across New Jersey who have shown exceptional commitment to raising awareness about organ and tissue…

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Sunset Seafood Bliss at Two Mile Landing A Great Way to End the Day in Cape May or Wildwood

Tucked at the foot of the Cape May–Wildwood Crest Toll Bridge, Two Mile Landing emerges as a vibrant waterfront destination, offering a delicious dual experience: the lively Crab House and the more…

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Eleven victims file lawsuits over alleged abuse at New Jersey Youth Detention Center

CAMDEN, N.J. — Eleven survivors who say they were sexually abused as children while confined at the Camden County Youth Detention Center have filed lawsuits against Camden County, alleging the county failed…

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JCP&L Suspends Summer Shut-Offs as New Jersey Electricity Rates Increase 20%

HOLMDEL, N.J. — A failed state energy plan has resulted in electricity rate increases as high as 20% in New Jersey, thanks to Governor Phil Murphy’s failed clean energy agenda, but one…

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New Jersey Replaces Tesla EV Chargers From Turnpike with More Expensive Ones Amid Left’s Beef with Musk

TRENTON, NJ – Long before Elon Musk and President Donald Trump feuded, while it was still envogue to burn tesla dealerships and damage cybertrucks, New Jersey wanted to show the President’s number…

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Phil Murphy beefs up security for lawmakers after Tim Walz appointee goes on shooting spree in Minnesota

TRENTON, N.J. — Governor Phil Murphy has directed state authorities to increase security for public officials across New Jersey following the fatal shooting of Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses over the weekend.…

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Eight indicted in multi-state sex trafficking conspiracy involving minors, Brooklyn DA says

BROOKLYN, N.Y. — Eight individuals have been indicted in Brooklyn on sex trafficking and conspiracy charges involving four minors and one adult victim, following a multi-state investigation into an alleged trafficking operation…

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Criminal Migrant Fugitive Who Escaped New Jersey ICE Facility Turned Away by Police Due to Sanctuary State Laws

NEWARK, N.J. — Only in New Jersey. A criminal alien who escaped custody during a riot at an ICE detention facility in Newark was turned away by police when he was trying…

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Local business owner forced to apologize over employee’s actions at No Kings protest as Dems call for boycott

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The angry far-left mob is complaining once again, calling for the demise of a local business. This comes after a rally, ironically dubbed “No Kings”, yet supporters of…

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Two charged in $150K email fraud scheme targeting Trenton business

TRENTON, N.J. — Two individuals have been charged in connection with a business email compromise scheme that led to the theft of $150,000 from a small business owner in Trenton, Mercer County…

Armed robbery suspects wanted for multiple incidents in New York City

NEW YORK — The New York City Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect connected to a series of robberies involving knife-point threats across Manhattan and the Bronx…

Philadelphia police locate SUV in fatal North Broad Street hit-and-run

PHILADELPHIA — A 60-year-old man was killed in a hit-and-run crash early Monday after being struck by a speeding SUV on North Broad Street, police said. Officers from the Philadelphia Police Department’s…

It could soon be illegal for employers to call employees after hours in New Jersey

TRENTON, N.J. — As the line between work and personal life grows thinner with advancing technology, a new bill introduced in New Jersey seeks to give employees the legal right to disconnect…

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No More Jury Duty for Some Senior Citizens if New Law Passes in New Jersey

TRENTON, N.J. — A new bill introduced in the New Jersey Legislature would exempt residents aged 70 and older from jury duty, offering automatic relief from the civic obligation for senior citizens.…

New Jersey News

New Jersey could soon have an official state nut

NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. — A new bill in the state legislature would name an official state nut, if passed. New Jersey has entered the growing multi-billion-dollar global hazelnut industry, becoming the first…

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Walmart ticket makes Ohio woman $300K richer

ATWATER, Ohio — A woman from Atwater hit the jackpot after purchasing a $10 “Feeling Lucky” scratch-off ticket, claiming the game’s $300,000 top prize, lottery officials confirmed Thursday. The winning ticket was…

Lottery Results·Ohio News

Long Branch felon guilty of killing woman while eluding police

FREEHOLD, N.J. — A Monmouth County jury has found a Long Branch man guilty on 18 charges stemming from an armed home invasion and fatal car crash that killed a passenger during…

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