Middletown Schools Face Closures Without State Bailout as Money Flows into Districts Like Newark, Lakewood

No financial lifeline confirmed as district moves ahead while other NJ districts receive major aid or intervention Middletown, New Jersey — No state bailout is coming to prevent school closures in Middletown,…

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Trooper injured after NY State Police cruiser struck on Southern State Parkway

A marked New York State Police vehicle was struck early Sunday morning on the Southern State Parkway, sending a trooper and another driver to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Westbound Southern State…

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Plane makes emergency landing on I-78 in Berks County, halting traffic

Small aircraft lands on busy Pennsylvania highway, no injuries reported BERKS COUNTY, Pa. – A small single-engine plane made an emergency landing Saturday morning on a heavily traveled stretch of Interstate 78,…

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Woman Sues Jackson Township, Accusing Police Officer Responding to Emergency of Causing Crash that Led to Injuries

Jackson Township sued after police cruiser crash injures driver, lawsuit claims “Ocean County complaint alleges officer acted recklessly during 2025 collision.” Jackson, NJ – A Jackson Township resident has filed a lawsuit…

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Cumberland police clear Allegany High School after threat traced out of state

A morning bomb threat prompted a full lockdown and evacuation of Allegany High School before investigators determined there was no active danger. Cumberland, MD – Allegany High School was secured and students…

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North Carolina issues statewide burn ban as wildfire risk rises

Officials warn all outdoor burning is prohibited until further notice across affected areas. Henderson County, NC – A statewide burn ban is now in effect across North Carolina, including Henderson County, as…

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$4.8 Million in Additional State Aid for Jefferson Township Schools Requested

Proposed legislation would provide emergency operational funding to help close a budget gap in the Morris County school district. Trenton, NJ – A New Jersey lawmaker is seeking nearly $4.8 million in…

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Delaware State Police arrest two in multi-month metal theft spree across New Castle County

Investigators say the pair stole over $21,000 in copper and aluminum and caused nearly $80,000 in damage during a series of break-ins at local businesses. NEW CASTLE COUNTY, DE – Delaware State…

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Camden federal judge dismisses SNAP benefits lawsuit filed by local man against Atlantic County, state agencies

Chief Judge Renée Marie Bumb allows plaintiff to proceed without fees but finds no valid claims in third amended complaint CAMDEN, NJ – Chief U.S. District Judge Renée Marie Bumb has dismissed…

Atlantic County News

Gov. Sherrill appoints Jeanne Hengemuhle as first woman, openly gay leader of New Jersey State Police

Veteran trooper brings 26 years of service to top law enforcement post amid major storm recovery TRENTON, NJ – Governor Mikie Sherrill has nominated Lieutenant Colonel Jeanne Hengemuhle to serve as Superintendent…

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Governor Mikie Sherrill appoints Jeanne Hengemuhle as first female New Jersey State Police superintendent

Veteran law enforcement leader brings 26 years of experience to one of the state’s top public safety roles. TRENTON, NJ – Governor Mikie Sherrill has nominated Jeanne Hengemuhle to serve as the…

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Exterior view of New Jersey State House building in Trenton, NJ. The New Jersey State House is located on the W. State Street in downtown Trenton. The Capitol is the most historic public building in New Jersey, comprised of the State Legislature, the Governor`s Office and other Executive branch offices.

Blizzard delays anti-immigration rally on Trenton Statehouse steps

Immigration bills pulled from Monday’s voting schedule; Assemblyman Paul Kanitra says March 23 likely new date POINT PLEASANT BEACH, NJ – A blizzard caused Democrats to pull controversial pro-immigration and sanctuary state…

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Engine issue forces emergency landing at Newark Airport; passengers use slide to exit plane

NEWARK, N.J. – Air traffic at Newark Liberty International Airport was briefly stopped Wednesday evening when a JetBlue aircraft made an emergency landing after smoke was detected inside the cockpit moments after…

Traffic Alerts·North Jersey News·Top Headlines

New Jersey extends Murphy COVID-19 health care emergency waivers for nurses

TRENTON, NJ – Governor Mikie Sherrill signed Executive Order No. 13, granting a temporary 45-day extension of New Jersey’s ongoing State of Emergency to give health care professionals more time to comply…

Local Politics·New Jersey News

Overturned vehicle on Garden State Parkway causes 3-mile delay in Tinton Falls

Tinton Falls, NJ – Morning commuters faced a rough start Friday after an overturned vehicle caused major delays along the Garden State Parkway in Monmouth County. The crash occurred around 7:02 a.m.…

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NYC extends migrant housing emergency order, sets deadline to phase out relief centers

NEW YORK, NY – Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani signed Emergency Executive Order 2.7 on Tuesday, extending the city’s long-running state of emergency tied to the operation of Humanitarian Emergency Response and Relief…

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New Jersey lawmakers push bipartisan bill limiting governor’s emergency powers

TRENTON, NJ – In a rare bipartisan move, New Jersey lawmakers are pushing a sweeping measure that places new limits on how long a governor can maintain a state of emergency or…

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NJDOT lifts emergency 35 mph speed limit on all highways

Trenton, NJ — The New Jersey Department of Transportation announced that the temporary 35 mile-per-hour speed limit enacted during the weekend storm has been lifted as of noon Monday, January 26. All…

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No Collapse at Adventure Crossing Dome — Ice Removal Misreported as Emergency

Jackson, NJ — Confusion briefly spread online Monday morning after a scanner alert and social media posts incorrectly reported that the inflatable Dome at Adventure Crossing in Jackson had collapsed. The popular…

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Troopers respond to hundreds of crashes statewide as winter storm batters New York

Albany, NY – New York State Police say troopers have been working nonstop since Saturday as a powerful winter storm swept across the state, creating dangerous driving conditions and leading to hundreds…

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