Bars from a prison jail cast a shadow on the floro.

Federal judge allows inmate’s negligence suit against U.S. to proceed after Fairton prison assault

CAMDEN, NJ – A federal judge has denied the U.S. government’s attempt to dismiss a negligence lawsuit filed by an inmate who was brutally attacked at the Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Fairton…

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Exposing Ocean County’s patronage pits: Utilities giving away free taxpayer-funded healthcare benefits for political insiders

TOMS RIVER, NJ – A growing debate over political patronage and taxpayer-funded benefits is unfolding in Ocean County as newly released budget figures and public records reveal that part-time commissioners at several…

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Supreme Court Justice Rips New Jersey’s “Fishing Expedition” Against Pro-Life Non-Profit

TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey Attorney General Matt Platkin has announced the opening salvos in a U.S. Supreme Court case that pits abortionj friendly New Jersey against a pro-life abortion alternative non-profit…

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If You Thought Toms River’s MUA Benefits Were Ridiculous, Check Out Lakewood

Lakewood MUA commissioners draw hefty pay and benefits despite part-time roles LAKEWOOD, NJ – Commissioners at the Lakewood Municipal Utilities Authority (MUA) are receiving compensation and benefits packages that far exceed what’s…

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U.S. Senator Andy Kim speaks before the New Jersey State Senate.

NJ Democrats turn on each other as party split in fight to dismantle anti-corruption watchdog agency

TRENTON, NJ – The election that saw Democrats in New Jersey gain a supermajority in state government isn’t even a month behind us, but the party is already moving to dismantle one…

Camden County News·Cape May County News·Jersey Shore News·Local Politics

Bill moves forward to ensure proper burials for unclaimed veterans as Legion uncovers forgotten graves

TRENTON, N.J. – New Jersey lawmakers advanced a bipartisan measure Monday to guarantee that unclaimed veteran cremains receive the dignified burials they deserve, even as an American Legion post in Monmouth County…

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RWJBarnabas Health delivers over 37 tons of produce and thousands of turkeys to feed New Jersey families

NEWARK, N.J. – RWJBarnabas Health has launched its annual holiday giving campaign, distributing more than 37.6 tons of fresh produce and 4,175 turkeys across New Jersey to help combat food insecurity. The…

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Virginia organizations pay $1.38 million to settle false PPP loan claims

ALEXANDRIA, VA – Six Virginia-based organizations have agreed to pay more than $1.38 million to resolve allegations that they improperly received Paycheck Protection Program loans during the COVID-19 pandemic. Federal prosecutors said…

Virginia News

Open enrollment begins for Get Covered New Jersey as federal aid wanes

TRENTON, N.J. – Open Enrollment for Get Covered New Jersey, the state’s official health insurance marketplace, begins Saturday, giving residents a chance to review coverage options amid looming federal changes that will…

Community News·Health and Wellness·New Jersey News

Trump declares Biden-era autopen documents void, cancels all prior executive actions

WASHINGTON, DC – President Donald Trump announced that all documents and executive actions signed by President Joe Biden using an autopen are “hereby terminated” and “of no further force or effect,” in…

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A sad day for Toms River Taxpayers as Council Votes Against Eliminating Sewer Bills, Free Healthcare for Political Allies

TOMS RIVER, NJ – It’s a public no-show job and a grift that would make even fictional New Jersey mob boss Tony Soprano want a piece of the action. Now, Toms River…

Community News·New Jersey News·Toms River News

New Jersey AG Platkin joins bipartisan coalition urging Congress not to block state AI protections

TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin has joined 35 other attorneys general from across the country in warning Congress against banning state-level regulation of artificial intelligence. The bipartisan…

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Attorney General (AG) Matthew Platkin NJ State Chief Law Enforcement Officer

New Jersey AG Platkin joins another multistate lawsuit against Trump admin

TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin has joined 21 other attorneys general in suing the federal government to stop what they describe as an unlawful attempt to strip…

Government News·Jackson Township News·New Jersey News·Ocean County News

Ocean County celebrates America Recycles Day with top state award for clean communities

TOMS RIVER, N.J. – Ocean County marked America Recycles Day by honoring the team that keeps its communities clean year-round — and by celebrating a major statewide recognition for its recycling and…

Community News·Five Towns NJ News·Jackson Township News·Local Politics

Volunteers join Ocean County in major dune grass planting to protect coastline

SHIP BOTTOM, N.J. – Ocean County Commissioner Jennifer Bacchione joined volunteers in Ship Bottom and Brick Township this week for two dune grass planting events aimed at strengthening the county’s 44 miles…

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New Jersey Sues Feds to Defend ‘Peaceful’ Protesters from Tear Gas and Rubber Bullets

TRENTON, N.J. – New Jersey Attorney General Matt Platkin joined 17 other states and the District of Columbia in filing a federal brief defending protesters injured by federal agents during demonstrations in…

Atlantic County News·Community News·Jackson Township News·Local Politics

New Jersey Dems Slip in Thankgiving Bill That Would Gut State Corruption Watchdog, Double Investigator Salaries

TRENTON, N.J. – This is what New Jersey voters voted for just weeks ago, complete control of the state government by one party with no oversight. Now, the party is moving to…

Community News·Government News·Jackson Township News·Local Politics

We Won’t Pay Federal Taxes: Mikie Sherrill Says She Will Withhold “Magical Pile of Money” to Fight Trump

TRENTON, NJ – Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill is facing criticism after suggesting New Jersey could “withhold” federal tax dollars as a form of protest against the Trump administration. Her remarks, made during an…

Community News·Government News·Local Politics·New Jersey News

New York Could Soon Be Addict Free If Bill To Change Legal Wording Passes in Albany

Albany, NY – A bill introduced in the New York State Assembly would replace the terms “addict” and “narcotic addict” in state law with the modern, person-centered phrase “person with substance use…

Community News·Government News·Health and Wellness·New York News

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NJ law would let towns, counties, and school districts withdraw from civil service system

Trenton, NJ – A new proposal in the New Jersey Assembly would allow municipalities, counties, school districts, and other local government entities to opt out of the state’s civil service system. Assembly…

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