Calls for Resignation of “Anti-Semitic” Councilman Made in New Jersey Town Divided

JACKSON-Some Orthodox Jewish residents are calling for the resignation of Jackson Township Councilman Robert Nixon after documents released by the township displayed Nixon’s intent to curb Orthodox Jewish population growth here. Jackson…

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Jackson Liberty Band Marches at Philadelphia Thanksgiving Day Parade

by Tammy Garcia The student members of Jackson Liberty High School’s band, color guard and cheerleaders spent their Thanksgiving entertaining thousands in the 6ABC Philadelphia Thanksgiving Day Parade. There were an estimated…

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John Maneri Announces Candidacy to Become Next Jackson Mayor; Will Audit Possible Torres Corruption in Jackson

JACKSON-John Maneri has announced his candidacy for mayor of Jackson Township in the upcoming November 2018 election. Maneri, a Trump supporting Republican, is the first candidate to officially announce their candidacy, hoping…

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Brick Mayor: Democrat Controlled Brick is Not and will Not become a Sanctuary City

BRICK-In his first Facebook Live session with the community since winning his bid for re-election earlier this month, John Ducey addressed claims of the township becoming a sanctuary city. Ducey and the…

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Phil Murphy Says He Will Stand Behind NJ Senator Accused of Sex with Underaged Prostitutes; Corruption

New Jersey Senator Robert Menendez who was accused of political corruption and having sexual encounters with underage prostitutes now has the New Jersey Governor-elect in his corner after the senator’s mistrial in…

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Freeholders: Bergdahl is a Deserter who Doesn’t Deserve Medals, Back Pay

by The Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders, Joseph Vicari, Gerry Little PRIVATE BOWE BERGDAHL is a deserter and should be treated as such, not awarded $300,000 in back pay and a…

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Holidays Are the Perfect Time to “Buy in Ocean County”

In the upcoming days and weeks, downtown business districts and shopping areas – small and large – throughout Ocean County will come alive with the spirit of the holiday season. “No matter…

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Great Progress Being Made on Berkeley Island County Park

SURROUNDED BY HEAVY EQUIPMENT and the sounds associated with it, Ocean County Freeholder John C. Bartlett Jr. took a recent tour of the Berkeley Island County Park redevelopment project to see firsthand…

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Osteo Relief Institute Helping People Affected by Hurricane Maria

On September 20, 2017, Hurricane Maria, a strong, category-four hurricane with powerful winds up to 150-mph totally devastated Puerto Rico. It bisected the whole island and drenched it with rain. The results are…

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With Murphy, Recreational Marijuana Has a Bright Future In New Jersey

By Ryan S. Malc | rmalc@bathweg.com With Governor-elect Phil Murphy poised to take the helm as New Jersey’s next Governor, recreational marijuana supporters are beginning to feel giddy. A major platform of Mr. Murphy’s…

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Congressman Smith Vows to Oppose Trump Tax Plan

WASHINGTON, DC- New Jersey Congressman Chris Smith today vowed to vote no to President Donald Trump’s tax relief plan citing the elimination of property tax deductions which would impact New Jersey homeowners.…

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Beachwood Firefighters Respond to GSP Car Fire

by Beachwood Vol. Fire Dept. BEACHWOOD-At approximately 645 AM, the Beachwood Fire Department responded to a working car and trailer fire at milepost 80 northbound on the Garden State Parkway. The fire…

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Freehold Youth Soccer Treasurer Admits Stealing $400,000 from Kids Program

FREEHOLD – The former treasurer of the Freehold Soccer League pleaded guilty today to stealing over $400,000 from the volunteer organization between 2012 and 2016, announced Monmouth County Prosecutor Christopher J. Gramiccioni.…

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Thompson to visit White House Tax Reform Session

Senator Sam Thompson invited to White House conference on State & Local Government Tax Reform Senator Sam Thompson (R-LD12) has been invited to the White House. The senator from Old Bridge who…

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Jackson Liberty Band Wins Triple Crown

by Tammy Garcia Last Saturday, the Jackson Liberty Band traveled to Harrisburg PA to compete for the title of Atlantic Coast Champions! After a three hour drive and 25 performing bands that…

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Jackson Memorial Band Wins National Championship

by Jonathan Wood The Jackson Memorial High School Jaguar Marching Band are the US Bands Group VI-A National Champions!!! On Saturday, November 4th in Allentown Pa., they put on the show of…

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Jackson Memorial Girls Gymnastics Finish 2017 with Undefeated Season

For the second year in a row, the Jackson Memorial Girls Gymnastics Team finished their season undefeated in A South Division. However, this year, they added another accomplishment to their undefeated 11-0…

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VAAD Denies Claim of Backing Jackson School Board Candidate

LAKEWOOD-The Lakewood VAAD, an influential community council serving Orthodox residents here has denied claims that it had endorsed any candidates in the recent Jackson Township School Board election. In that election, longtime…

Politics

Veterans Day 2017 Free Meals: Complete List Of Restaurants Offering Military Freebies

Looking for Veterans Day freebies? Check out our complete list of restaurants offering free meals to active duty and retired military member’s this Veteran’s Day weekend. Veterans Day is observed in the…

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On the Marine Corps’ Birthday: Four Memorable Films

Happy birthday to the United States Marine Corps! There are several times throughout the year that veterans from all branches of the military are remembered — but November 10 is set aside…

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