Jackson code officer sues township officials over alleged job retaliation tied to mayor’s code violations

A longtime Jackson Township employee says enforcement actions against a local official triggered reprisals, discipline, and threats to his job. Jackson, NJ – A Jackson Township code enforcement officer has filed suit…

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New Jersey Bill to Ban Sale and Use Gas Leaf Blowers Introduced Again by Democrats

A proposed law would restrict sales, limit use in residential areas, and push a shift to electric equipment statewide. Trenton, NJ – A New Jersey Senate bill introduced for the 2026 legislative…

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Lakewood’s explosive growth reshapes Ocean County as Orthodox community, shtickle pioneers expand outward

A decades-long population surge centered in Lakewood is driving significant demographic, housing, and political changes across neighboring New Jersey towns. Lakewood, NJ – What began as a small yeshiva community in the…

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Rabbi: Brooklyn Orthodox Jewish Encouraged to be "Shtickle Pioneers" to Settle Ocean County

Updated to replace Video broken link 3/19/2026 In November of 2016, at a national convention of Agudath Israel of America (AIOA), Rabbi Shmuel Lefkowitz decreed Brooklyn Orthodox Jewish community to become “schtickle…

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Jackson Township Has an Illegal Rental Problem as Half of Properties Inspected Operating Illegally, One Criminally

Jackson launches rental crackdown with 50% of properties cited on first day. New inspection bureau issues widespread violations as officials target illegal rentals. Jackson, NJ – It has been a long road…

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Jackson Resident Files Lawsuit Challenging Board Approval of Commercial Project

A Jackson Township resident says the zoning board unlawfully approved a contractor yard and truck maintenance facility on a wetlands-covered property along West Commodore Boulevard. Jackson Township, NJ – A Jackson Township…

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Toms River Mayor Says End Free Taxpayer Paid Health Benefits for Part-Time Government Officials

Mayor Dan Rodrick says taxpayers should not fund healthcare coverage for officials who only attend occasional meetings. Toms River, NJ – Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick is proposing two ordinances that would…

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Jackson Council to Vote on Rent Control Changes, Parking Rules at Tuesday Meeting

Officials will hold public hearings on new traffic restrictions, portable toilet regulations, and a major overhaul of the township’s rent control ordinance. Jackson, NJ – The Jackson Township Council is set to…

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Toms River mayor vows fight to end free healthcare plans for political appointees and part time political jobs

Five-year term for bankrupted business owner Phil Brilliant deepens political divide over mayor’s plan to abolish utilities authority TOMS RIVER, NJ – Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick today reaffirmed his commitment to…

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Manchester police tow cars after owners ignored snow storm street parking warnings

Manchester, NJ – Manchester Township police said they issued multiple public alerts and conducted door-to-door visits before this week’s snowstorm, and towed numerous vehicles left in the roadway that blocked plows and…

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New Jersey bill tightens rules on rent control exemptions for new apartment buildings

Measure clarifies notification, ownership, and compliance requirements for landlords claiming rent control exemptions. TRENTON, NJ – A new proposal in the New Jersey Assembly seeks to tighten and clarify the rules surrounding…

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Jackson Township warns residents of towing and ticketing if you get stuck driving during state of emergency

Jackson Township, NJ – A snow-covered roadway could quickly become a costly mistake for drivers who ignore a newly declared emergency in Jackson Township, where officials say anyone who gets stuck during…

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Newark warns of towing as 10 inches snow looms

Newark, NJ – Newark officials are warning residents to prepare for significant snowfall Sunday, with 7 to 10 inches expected to blanket the city and trigger strict parking enforcement on snow-covered roadways.…

As blizzard approaches Brick, police issue safety and parking warning

Brick Township, NJ – With a powerful winter storm bearing down on the Jersey Shore, Brick Township police are urging residents to prepare for high winds, whiteout conditions, and significant coastal flooding…

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Jackson Township targets unlicensed property managers with new law

JACKSON, NJ – The Jackson Township Council has introduced Ordinance No. 2026-01, a new local law aimed at regulating property managers operating within the township. The measure, which creates Chapter 319 of…

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Bill would require corporations to disclose owners when buying New Jersey houses

Trenton, NJ – A new proposal introduced in the New Jersey Assembly aims to bring greater transparency to real estate transactions involving limited liability companies (LLCs). Assembly Bill A4017, sponsored by Assemblyman…

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Jackson’s affordable housing agreement under scrutiny from state Pinelands Commisison

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Last year, Jackson Township announced it had settled an agreement with the state of New Jersey to meet its fair share housing obligations, but a new report issued…

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McGuckin off the hook as federal judge allows discrimination case against Jackson mayor Kuhn to proceed

Judge Quraishi’s ruling narrows but does not end the Jackson Township free speech case TRENTON, N.J. – A federal judge has partially dismissed a civil rights lawsuit filed by a Jackson Township…

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Political Satire: Jackson propaganda machine

Jackson officials accused of spinning court ‘win’ that never actually happened

JACKSON, NJ – When even Lakewood media outlets can’t backup a lie pushed by Jackson Township Mayor Jennifer Kuhn and Council President Mordechai Burnstein, things must be bad. While the official township…

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Jackson mayor’s alleged affair with police union boss at center of federal civil rights suit

JACKSON, NJ – Explosive allegations of a romantic relationship between Jackson Township’s mayor and a police union leader have landed the municipality in federal court, after a resident claimed she was silenced…

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