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New Jersey’s Famous Wildwood Boardwalk to Have a Curfew This Summer

WILDWOOD, N.J. — Visitors will have to leave the boardwalk between 1 a.m. and 5 a.m. under a newly adopted city ordinance aimed at reducing late-night disturbances, Wildwood officials announced this week.…

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Waterford Township Residents Push to Halt Cannabis Expansion, Demand Zoning Changes Before New Approvals

WATERFORD TOWNSHIP, N.J. — More than 400 residents are urging officials to pause cannabis approvals and overhaul zoning rules as concerns grow over large-scale facilities planned near homes and schools. The grassroots…

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Myrtle Beach Enforces 9 P.M. Curfew for Unaccompanied Minors in Ocean Boulevard District

MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. — Unaccompanied minors must leave the Ocean Boulevard downtown district by 9 p.m. under an enforced curfew, Myrtle Beach Police said in a renewed public reminder aimed at controlling…

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Jackson councilman questions new housing bureau, calls it ineffective layer of government

Official says unit lacks enforcement power despite expanded role in rental oversight Jackson Township, NJ — A Jackson councilman is raising concerns about the township’s newly created housing bureau, arguing it adds…

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Jackson Council rejects mayor’s dog ownership cap as faulty knee-jerk to address illegal petting zoo

Measure that would classify homes with more than five dogs as kennels fails in 4-1 vote Tuesday night Jackson, N.J. — A proposal to classify homes with more than five dogs as…

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Jackson must refocus on safety and realistic policy solutions when it comes to its large inventory of illegal immigrant flop houses

Illegal immigrant flop houses are all over Jackson. Every neighborhood has one and nothing is being done about it. Jackson Township is facing real concerns about housing conditions, neighborhood safety, and enforcement…

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Jackson Resident Alleges Religious Discrimination in Grande Harmony Affordable Housing House of Worship Dispute

Claim surfaces as developer seeks to replace promised clubhouse with synagogue at controversial project Jackson, New Jersey — A Jackson resident alleges he is being excluded from living in the Grande Harmony…

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Grande Harmony Clubhouse to be Converted to House of Worship in Jackson Affordable Housing Development

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. – The Jackson Township Board of Adjustment will convene April 15 to consider several zoning variance applications, including a proposal to increase residential density and a plan to convert…

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Mayor Rodrick Wins Battle to Continue Lawsuit to Recover $750,000 in Alleged Stolen Municipal Services by Defunct EMS Squad

TOMS RIVER, N.J. – A public confrontation unfolded at Toms River Town Hall as Mayor Daniel Rodrick accused the township council majority of attempting to halt a lawsuit alleging that Silverton EMS…

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Feud Between Jackson Mayor and Code Enforcement Dept. Began After Mayor Cited for Failing to Register as Landlord, Suit Claims

Code enforcement officer alleges harassment, discipline after citing council president, now mayor, Jennifer L. Kuhn Jackson Township, NJ – A lawsuit filed in Ocean County Superior Court lays out a detailed series…

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Toms River Council Trying to Force Ten Story Downtown Towers as Mayor Rodrick Vows to Continue Fighting

by Toms River Mayor Daniel Rodrick Update: Toms River’s council and mayor will meet tonight for a public meeting (Wednesday) at 6:30 pm in Town Hall The Council is Trying to Force…

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New Jersey Town Wants to Limit How Many Dogs One Family Can Legally Own or Face Possible Jail Time

Jackson Township proposal targets dog ownership limits, adds zoning rules for kennels Jackson Township, NJ – A proposed ordinance in Jackson Township would place new limits on how many dogs residents can…

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Manchester is next town to fall to overdevelopment unless the people put the brakes on it now

MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ – Is Manchester the Next Town to Fall to Overdevelopment in Ocean County? It’s starting to look that way, but unlike other towns like Jackson and Lakewood, residents today…

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Montclair council advances redevelopment, parking changes at March 24 meeting

Housing project, tax cap measure and multiple fee ordinances move forward Montclair, NJ – The Montclair Township Council moved forward with a wide-ranging agenda Tuesday night, advancing a major redevelopment agreement, introducing…

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Jackson Township is the perfect spot for ICE’s new New Jersey detention facility after Roxbury plan meets resistance

A central location, empty warehouses and local support make a compelling case JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. – As opposition continues to build against a proposed ICE detention facility in Roxbury, it’s time to…

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Update: Jackson Resident Has Had it With Illegal Petting Zoo Operating Across the Street From His House

Neighbor says years-long issues at 390 Cobain Road remain unresolved despite promises from the council as illegal petting zoo and synagogue continue to cause quality of life issues for his family and…

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Jackson resident says parking ban for neighborhood house of worship not fair to neighbors who follow the rules

Jackson officials consider permit system as residents raise concerns over access and enforcement at a home operating as a house of worship in the neighborhood. Jackson, NJ – A Jackson resident criticized…

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Jackson councilman accuses officials of misusing open space funds on pet projects during election season

Pollak claims taxpayer-approved money diverted to parks projects, demands transparency Jackson, NJ – A Jackson Township councilman sharply criticized local officials during Tuesday night’s council meeting, alleging that funds intended for land…