Woman fights with purse snatcher, gets dragged by car, police say
A woman attempting to stop a man from stealing her purse was dragged by a vehicle across a Jackson store parking lot as she grappled with the robber in his car, police…
These major retailers are closing 1,000 stores in 2018
The new year could be another difficult one for traditional retailers. After closing more than 5,000 stores in 2017, we’re already getting word of closings for 2018. In 2017, the store closure…
For Dem Governor Jim Florio’s Business Partner Named as NJ GOP Chairman
TRENTON — Having lost the governorship, seats in both the state Senate and Assembly and numerous freeholder boards, New Jersey’s GOP has picked a new chairman to lead it out of the…
Report: Why this N.J. Republican keeps voting for things that could hurt Jersey
WASHINGTON — In just his third term in office, Rep. Tom MacArthur is helping to shape legislation in a way lawmakers who’ve been here a long time can only dream of. But…
WATCH: Cop barely dodges passing car while stopped at crash scene
A Manchester Township police officer had to dive and roll across the asphalt to avoid being struck by a passing car after the officer stopped to assist a motorist involved in a…
Parting Gift: A Road Named After Chris Christie, NJ’s Most Unpopular Governor
MORRIS PLAINS — Love him or hate him. If you’re one of the hundreds of thousands of people a year who use the public park located minutes from his home, you’ll likely…
Another intriguing Lakewood development story | Di Ionno
Ed and Joan McCarthy bought their Lakewood retirement home in 2000 because of the golf course. “It was a marvelous gem to look at,” said Ed McCarthy. “It exceeded our expectations.” The…
Jose Torres’ Lawyer Hoping to get Disgraced Mayor Out of Prison in 6 Months
Former Paterson Mayor Jose “Joey” Torres has only been in custody for a matter of days since a judge sentenced him to five years in prison on corruption charges, but his lawyer…
Pedestrian Struck And Injured
TOMS RIVER – An elderly woman was struck and injured and is now in critical condition at an area hospital. Toms River resident Brianna Rudolph, 18, was driving on New Hampshire Avenue…
Council Pre-Approved Apartment Project, Affordable Housing Development to be Heard November 29th
JACKSON-A hearing will be held on Wednesday, November 29th at 7pm regarding a high density, affordable housing project to be built between the crossroads of Whitesville Road, South Hope Chapel Road, and…
Christie, Ivanka Trump and Tom MacArthur Discuss Tax Reform in Bayville
BAYVILLE — Gov. Chris Christie on Monday threw his support behind a Republican tax plan critics say will disproportionally harm New Jerseyans, as he and he and Ivanka Trump pitched it as…
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…
NJ Senator Menendez Facing Claims of Sex with Underaged Hookers
Republican Senator Lindsey Graham said on Friday that if the allegations against Alabama candidate for U.S. Senate Roy Moore are true, he should step aside, and “should be dealt with severely.” But…
Combat veterans carry the burden for all of us | Di Ionno
Anthony Crincoli spent almost 31/2 years in battle in Iraq. His unit of the 112th Infantry Regiment lost 32 members during fighting around Baghdad. “That was in 2006,” he said. “The first…
Ivanka Trump Coming to Ocean County Monday
President Donald Trump’s popular daughter Ivanka has assumed a lead role selling tax reform in small venue events across the country this fall season. That push has become all the more critical…
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…
“Higgins”, John Hillerman Dies at 84
higgins John Hillerman, the 84-year-old actor who most notably starred in Magnum, P.I. as Tom Selleck’s exacting sidekick Higgins, has died at his home in Houston. A spokesperson for the family confirmed…
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…
Disney announces new Star Wars trilogy
Disney on Thursday announced plans for a new Star Wars trilogy as it builds on the beloved and profitable science fiction film franchise. “We have big ambitions for the Star Wars franchise,”…
Here’s how cold it will get as Arctic blast sweeps across N.J.
Winter is still a ways off, but New Jersey will be getting a bitter taste of January in November as a blast of Arctic air sweeps across our region on Friday and…