New Jersey BPU Awards Millions in Energy Grants at Monthly Meeting

TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (BPU) convened its July 16 meeting last week, covering a packed agenda that ranged from electric utility audits and cable franchise renewals…

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Andy Kim blasts Republican-backed bill during solar site visit in Pittstown

PITTSTOWN, N.J. — U.S. Senator Andy Kim criticized recent Republican-led legislation during a visit to solar panel installations in Hunterdon County, warning it could threaten jobs and New Jersey’s competitive edge in…

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Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick Slashes Budget, No Tax Increase for 2025

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Toms River’s municipal budget for 2025 will see a 9% reduction in overall spending while holding the line on municipal taxes, following approval by the Township Council on…

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Will Brick Voters Forget How Republicans Did them Dirty and Defeat the Democrats in 2025?

Brick Township, NJ — Despite its historical Republican leanings, Brick Township remains a Democratic stronghold at the local level, with the GOP facing an uphill battle to reclaim power in the 2025…

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Couple upset over seeing their latest NJ electric bill

New Jersey Electric Bills Just Got Out of Control – Millions Get Sticker Shock in June Statement

New Jersey residents are reeling from electric bills that have surged far beyond what we were told to expect. There’s no way to sugar coat it. There’s nobody to blame except Governor…

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New Jersey Democrats Blame GOP for The Energy Crisis they Created

New Jersey’s energy crisis is spiraling, and Democrats pointing fingers at Republicans, President Trump, or gubernatorial candidate Jack Ciattarelli won’t fix it. They won’t even acknowledge the truth. They created thiss. The…

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Phil Murphy’s Gas Car Ban is a Bad Idea for New Jersey

Governor Phil Murphy’s plan to ban the sale of new gasoline-powered cars in New Jersey by 2035, under the Advanced Clean Cars II rule, is a bold move aimed at combating climate…

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Is the Jersey Shore’s Reputation as a Tourist Trap Really True?

SEASIDE HEIGHTS, NJ – A recent viral video that mocks the cost of coming to the Jersey Shore had us thinking. Is it really as bad as the viral video claims when…

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Sherrill, Dems Oppose New ICE Criminal Migrant Facility at Joint Base in New Jersey

Pentagon approves migrant detention site at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, drawing opposition from Democrats JACKSON, N.J. — The Department of Defense has approved the temporary use of Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst in New Jersey…

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Land rush in Manchester Township sparks investment boom and political scrutiny

MANCHESTER TWP., N.J. — Manchester Township is rapidly becoming the focus of real estate and development interest in Ocean County, as rising land prices in nearby towns push investors westward in search…

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New Jersey joins other states in fight against PJM

TRENTON, N.J. — A bipartisan coalition of governors from nine states has formally called on PJM Interconnection to enact governance reforms and allow direct state input in board appointments, citing rising energy…

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Second Batch of Bad Drugs Leads to Multiple Overdoses Strike Penn North Neighborhood in Baltimore

BALTIMORE — A series of overdoses reported Friday morning in the Penn North area prompted an emergency response by Mayor Brandon M. Scott, first responders, public health officials, and community partners, city…

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Dog accidentally starts kitchen fire, Toms River fire bureau warns on pet safety

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A home security camera captured the moment a dog accidentally started a kitchen fire prompting the township’s Fire Prevention Bureau to highlight the risks pets can pose in…

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The Edge in Jackson to close after five years of service, owners thank community

JACKSON, N.J. — The Edge, a prominent dining and gathering spot on North County Line Road, will be closing its doors after five years of operation, the restaurant announced this week. Built…

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Watch: Sinkhole shuts down North Franklin Turnpike in Ho-Ho-Kus

HO-HO-KUS, N.J. – A large sinkhole opened up Thursday afternoon, forcing the closure of a section of North Franklin Turnpike between Blauvelt Avenue and Hollywood Avenue. A massive sinkhole measuring approximately 10…

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New Jersey Congresswoman LaMonica McIver Arrested, Pleads Not Guilty to Federal Charges

Newark, NJ – U.S. Representative LaMonica McIver, a Democrat from New Jersey, has been indicted on federal charges following a contentious incident outside an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention facility in…

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Mystery Man from St. Mary’s County wins $50K on Lottery scratch-off, again

BALTIMORE, Md. — A St. Mary’s County resident known as “Mystery Man” has claimed his second major Maryland Lottery prize after winning $50,000 on a Lots of Cash scratch-off ticket, officials announced…

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Silver Spring ticket delivers massive payout

SILVER SPRING, MD – A Silver Spring resident has claimed her half of a $1.8 million Maryland Lottery Multi-Match jackpot, walking away with a $490,000 payout after taxes, lottery officials announced Thursday.…

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Amherst man strikes $100K win on lucky scratch-off ticket—again

AMHERST, OH – An Amherst resident has scored a $100,000 prize on the Ohio Lottery’s $300,000,000 Extreme Cash Scratch-Off game, just one year after winning multiple smaller prizes on the same ticket.…

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Prince George’s man wins over $61K on first-ever bet

BOWIE, Md. — A Prince George’s County man walked away with $61,155.30 after trying the Maryland Lottery’s Racetrax game for the first time, calling the win “beginner’s luck.” The casual lottery player…