Ohio player scratches their way to $50K payday
Celina, OH — A lucky Ohio Lottery player in Celina has claimed a $50,000 prize on the VIP Millions scratch-off, according to officials. The winning ticket was purchased at Pak a Sak…
Lady Jags secure field time at Justice Complex, continue push for equal access in Jackson
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — After weeks of uncertainty, the Lady Jags softball team has secured field access at the Justice Complex, marking a significant step toward equitable athletic opportunities for local girls’…
Ohio shopper cashes in big with 150K lottery win
Akron, OH — A lucky Ohio Lottery player in Akron scored a $150,000 win on the Monopoly Bonus Spectacular 100X scratch-off, officials announced Wednesday. The winning ticket was purchased at Short Stop,…
Cleveland winner scores $25K annually after lottery hit
Cleveland, OH — A Lucky for Life ticket sold at a Cleveland gas station has delivered a lifetime prize of $25,000 per year to one Ohio Lottery player, officials confirmed Tuesday. The…
Brush fire erupts near Route 195 in Jackson Township
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A brush fire broke out moments ago, on Wednesday in the area of Route 195 in Jackson Township, prompting a coordinated response from local fire departments and the…
Fire engulfs Beachwood home, spreads to cars, collapses second floor
BEACHWOOD, N.J. — A fast-moving overnight fire destroyed a home and ignited three vehicles early Wednesday on Capstan Avenue, prompting a multi-department response and forcing firefighters to halt interior operations after a…
Masked burglar caught after early morning foot chase in Holmdel
HOLMDEL, NJ — A Forked River man was arrested early Tuesday morning after police say he burglarized a gas station and attempted to flee officers during two separate foot pursuits through Holmdel’s…
Dark web horror: Two charged in global child abuse ring linked to violent extremist network ‘764’
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Two men have been arrested and charged in connection with what officials describe as an international child exploitation ring tied to a violent extremist network known as “764,” the…
Island Variety sells $150K-winning ticket in Ohio Lottery game
Toledo, OH — A Toledo resident scored a $150,000 payday after purchasing a winning Monopoly Bonus Spectacular 100X scratch-off ticket, Ohio Lottery officials confirmed Monday. The lucky winner, Joaquin, bought the $20…
Middletown school board split over 10% tax hike as school closures loom
MIDDLETOWN, N.J. — As the Middletown school board prepares to vote on a proposed 10.09% tax levy increase for the 2025–26 school year, at least two board members say they will oppose…
World’s tallest and shortest dogs meet each other in cute encounter
NEW YORK — In a head-turning encounter orchestrated by Guinness World Records, the world’s shortest dog and tallest dog met for the first time this month — and the height difference was…
Beeler Elementary raises $38K in Read-a-Thon; officer slimed in celebration
EVESHAM TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Beeler Elementary School students raised over $38,000 during a Read-a-Thon fundraiser, with $30,000 earmarked for new gym and playground equipment, according to Evesham Township Police. To celebrate the…
Pennsylvania Lottery hands out $197K prize to lucky online player
Philadelphia, PA — A Philadelphia player won a major online prize of $197,508.36 playing the Pennsylvania Lottery’s Interstellar Blast Invasion, lottery officials announced Monday. The winning ticket came from the EZ eInstant…
Fiery crash kills young driver, ignites forest fire in Manchester Township
Manchester, NJ — A 22-year-old Manchester man was killed and another driver injured in a violent two-vehicle crash Sunday afternoon that sparked a massive fire in a wooded area off Pasadena Road,…
Lucky New Hyde Park shopper wins big in Take 5 drawing
New Hyde Park, NY — A lucky player scored a $17,243 top prize in the New York Lottery’s Take 5 midday drawing on Monday after purchasing a winning ticket in New Hyde…
Litter crackdown: Suffolk County joins national ‘Take Back 25’ cleanup effort
SUFFOLK COUNTY, N.Y. — Communities across Suffolk County rolled up their sleeves over the weekend to participate in the 2025 Take Back 25 Clean Up event, a nationwide initiative aimed at clearing…
Crash snarls traffic on NJ Turnpike as morning commute sees major delays statewide
TRENTON, NJ — Tuesday morning commuters across New Jersey faced major disruptions, with several crashes and heavy congestion reported on key highways, according to traffic updates as of 8:40 a.m. A crash…
Weather Alert: Hot, windy, and dry week ahead for New Jersey
TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey residents can expect sunny skies and warm temperatures today, but strong winds and dry conditions are raising alarms about an elevated wildfire risk across the state. According…
Public Notice: Jackson Township – Changes to Township Code
ORDINANCE NO. 2025 –11AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF JACKSON, COUNTY OF OCEAN,STATE OF NEW JERSEY, AMENDING AND SUPPLEMENTING CHAPTER 3OF THE TOWNSHIP CODE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF JACKSON, ENTITLED“ADMINISTRATION OF GOVERNMENT”BE…
Mars rover continues searching for clues years ahead of planned unmanned mission
JEZERO CRATER, MARS — NASA’s Perseverance rover continues its mission to unlock Mars’ geological secrets, recently acquiring a close-up image of a fresh abrasion patch at “Hare Bay” using its SHERLOC WATSON…