Second Surfer’s Arrest Over Beach Badge Sparks Petition to End Fees at Jersey Shore

A recent arrest in Belmar, New Jersey, has ignited a public debate over the state’s beach badge system, leading to a petition calling for the elimination of beach access fees. The incident,…

Government News·Jersey Shore News·New Jersey News·Police Blotter

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New Jersey Education Cuts Leads to Forced Closure of Elementary School

JACKSON, NJ — The Jackson Township School District is facing the harsh reality of having to sell Sylvia Rosenauer Elementary School, a vital educational institution in an underserved community, due to significant…

Phil Murphy Forcing District to Shut Down and Sell Elementary School

JACKSON, NJ, July 28, 2024 — The Jackson Township School District is being forced to sell a beloved community elementary school in an underserved and economically disadvantaged neighborhood due to significant state…

New Jersey News·Ocean County News

Candidate for New Jersey Governor is Being Squelched and Censored by Facebook

Facebook’s position on limiting free speech has been a subject of debate, especially when it comes to election interference. The social media giant has faced numerous accusations of influencing U.S. elections through…

New Jersey News·Opinion - Editorial

Phil Murphy and New Jersey Dems Propose Raising New Jersey Sales Tax

TRENTON, NJ—Rising inflation and the overall cost of living in New Jersey could get even more expensive this week after Governor Phil Murphy and state Democrats are debating a plan to increase…

New Jersey News

New Jersey Governor Murphy’s School Funding Formula Blamed for Drastic Cuts, School Closure

JACKSON, NJ – The S2 funding formula, a secretive formula known only to insiders within the administration of Governor Phil Murphy has devastated the educational system in Jackson Township, cutting state aid…

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New Bill Seeks to Regulate Obscene and Perverse Books in New Jersey School Libraries

TRENTON, NJ – A new bill introduced in New Jersey would force every school district in the state to adopt an official policy on obscene reading materials in school libraries. The move…

New Jersey News·School and Education News

Phil Murphy Forcing Jackson School District to Sell School After Massive Slash in State Funding

JACKSON, NJ – The Jackson Township School District is being forced to sell a beloved community elementary school in an underserved part of town after state aid cuts under Governor Phil Murphy…

Jackson Township News·New Jersey News·Ocean County News·School and Education News

New Jersey Has a Juvenile Delinquency Problem as New Task Force Proposed

TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey has established a “Task Force on the Status of Juvenile Delinquency and Remediation” to tackle the increasing issues surrounding juvenile criminal behavior. The task force will consist…

Lawmakers Seek to Block Legislative Aides From Giving Money to Their Boss

TRENTON, NJ – The Assembly Financial Institutions and Insurance Committee has recommended Assembly Bill No. 2619 with amendments, aimed at regulating political contributions by legislative aides. This legislation, dated June 13, 2024,…

New Jersey News

Youth Suicide Up 62% Since 2007, Now New Jersey Wants to Know Why

TRENTON, NJ – In response to a disturbing 62% increase in youth suicide rates from 2007 to 2021, New Jersey has introduced a legislative measure aimed at understanding and mitigating the causes…

Health and Wellness·New Jersey News

New Jersey Introduces Menstrual Equity for Haitian Migrants Act

In a progressive move, the New Jersey legislature has proposed a bill titled the “Menstrual Equity for Haitian Migrants Act,” aimed at supporting the health and dignity of Haitian migrants in the…

Government News

SPJ Says Murphy Signed Death Warrant for New Jersey OPRA Law

Trenton, NJ – The New Jersey Society of Professional Journalists (NJ-SPJ) expressed disappointment over Governor Phil Murphy’s signing of Bill S2930, which significantly alters the Open Public Records Act (OPRA). NJ-SPJ President…

Government News·New Jersey News

New Jersey Bill Seeks to Ban Facial Recognition Security by Businesses

Trenton, NJ – A newly introduced bill in the New Jersey Legislature aims to regulate the use of biometric surveillance systems by business entities, prohibiting their use under specific conditions. The bill,…

Government News

Phone and Internet Providers in New Jersey Could be Forced to Issue Refunds for Service Outages

Trenton, NJ – A new bill introduced in the New Jersey Legislature mandates telecommunications companies to provide prorated refunds for service outages exceeding 72 hours. Sponsored by Assemblyman Wayne P. DeAngelo (District…

New Jersey Lawmakers Introduce Riot Act Bill in Light of Shore Mayhem Inspired by Florida Law

TRENTON, NJ – In response to recent disturbances at the shore, New Jersey legislators have introduced a comprehensive bill aimed at expanding and clarifying laws against rioting and related violent crimes. The…

Community News·Government News·Jersey Shore News·Local Politics

Criminals Will Soon Be Identified as Justice-Impacted Individuals Under Social Justice Reforms

TRENTON, NJ – Criminal justice reform in New Jersey has not only been dangerous, but damaging to the real victims of violent crimes throughout the state. Now, a bill in Illinois could…

New Jersey News·Police Blotter

New Jersey Seeks $2 Million to Fund Deep Fake Crime Unit

TRENTON, NJ—New Jersey lawmakers have proposed funding to combat the rising threat of “deep fakes” with the introduction of Senate Bill No. 2545 by Senator Paul D. Moriarty, representing District 4, which…

Police Blotter·New Jersey News

Gopal Seeks No-Bid Contracts For Social Services Without Parental Consent in New Jersey Schools

TRENTON, NJ—A new legislative proposal, Senate Bill 3156, is generating significant debate in New Jersey. Sponsored by Senator Vin Gopal from District 11 (Monmouth) and Senator Angela V. McKnight from District 31…

Government News·Monmouth County News·New Jersey News·Ocean County News

Pundits Claim Biden Border Crisis Causing Crime in States Like Michigan

LANSING, MI – A recent report claims that the border crisis under the administration of President Joe Biden is causing a crime crisis in states like Michigan. DCNF Reports: America’s borders are…

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