Seaside Heights mayor blames 14-year-old TikTok user for weekend of violence and mayhem on the boardwalk

SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — A violent Memorial Day weekend in Ocean County left one person dead, three people stabbed, and 70 arrested in Seaside Heights, prompting Mayor Anthony Vaz to lay part…

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Sherrill warns clean energy will cost you and arm and a leg, drive up bills as NJ voters demand relief

Trenton, NJ — Rep. Mikie Sherrill, now running for governor, is telling New Jersey residents to brace for higher energy costs as the state pushes toward clean power — but she says…

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GOP senators blame one-party rule for collapse of NJ public employee benefits program

TRENTON, N.J. — Senate Republican leaders are criticizing New Jersey’s Democratic leadership, claiming the collapse of the local public employee health benefits program is the latest consequence of one-party control in Trenton.…

Mikie Sherrill Demsplains Why New Jersey is Being Hit with 20% Energy Hike, Blames Big Oil Interests

Mikie Sherrill blames ‘Big Oil’ and red tape for looming 20 percent New Jersey energy hike hints at summer blackouts and advises residents to use less electricty this summer TRENTON, N.J. —…

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Bruce Springsteen’s Big Mouth Causes Local Tribute Band to Lose Gig at Popular Toms River Restaurant

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A Bruce Springsteen tribute band lost a scheduled gig at a popular Toms River bar after the singer’s recent political comments during his European tour prompted concerns from…

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Rockland County teaching assistant indicted for endangering physically disabled children

NEW CITY, N.Y. — A Rockland County Grand Jury has indicted a teaching assistant for allegedly endangering the welfare of two physically disabled children at a local special education school, District Attorney…

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Seaside Park vs. Seaside Heights: A Tale of Two Neighboring Towns with Very Different Vibes

Nestled along the Jersey Shore, just a mile apart, Seaside Park and Seaside Heights couldn’t be more different despite their proximity. One is a serene haven for families, the other a vibrant…

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You can get married in a castle in New Jersey

POMPTON PLAINS, NJ – Nestled amidst 17 acres of serene freshwater lakes, The Legacy Castle in Pompton Plains, New Jersey, stands as a beacon of elegance and luxury, captivating visitors with its…

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Major Seaside Heights Condo Project “In Limbo” Over Financing Problems, Mayor Says

SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — A long-promised redevelopment project in Seaside Heights remains stalled as other construction surges forward around it, leaving a prime piece of real estate in limbo more than three…

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Ocean County’s Republican Commissioners Unite Against Trump’s D.O.G.E. Cuts at Monthly Meeting

TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Ocean County Commissioner Board has taken a unified stand against President Donald Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) initiative, which proposes deep cuts to Medicaid funding. This…

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Paterson begins major upgrade of Vera Ames Park with new playground and courts

PATERSON, N.J. — A city park is undergoing a full-scale transformation as part of what officials are calling a “park renaissance” in Paterson’s 4th Ward. Mayor Andre Sayegh announced the redevelopment of…

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Talkin’ Toms River: Toms River Recreation Gearing Up for Busy and Fun-Filled Summer

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — With summer around the corner, Toms River’s Parks and Recreation Department is gearing up for a packed season of events and programs, according to Director Rick Perrine, who…

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Family birthdates fuel $50K lottery win in Charm City

BALTIMORE, MD — A Baltimore medical worker turned a $1 add-on into a $50,000 win after hitting big in the Powerball Double Play drawing on May 21. The player, who chose numbers…

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From hot dogs to lottery windfall in Maryland

JOPPA, MD — A quick stop for hot dogs and lottery tickets turned into a $50,000 payday for a New Hampshire man working in Maryland, after a $5 Let’s Make a Deal®…

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Former $100K winner strikes again in Ohio Lottery

FAIRLAWN, OH — A lucky Fairlawn player named Phil is celebrating a $20,000 win after playing the Ohio Lottery’s VIP Millions scratch-off game. The winning $50 ticket was purchased at Acme Fresh…

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What to expect when driving in New Jersey from Memorial Day to Labor Day

Welcome to New Jersey, the Garden State, where the summer tourism season turns our highways into a wild mix of sun-burned beachgoers, cranky locals, and driving stereotypes that are as loud as…

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All New Jersey Students Must Sign this ‘Asanine’ Federal Form to Graduate High School

TRENTON, N.J. – Assemblywoman Dawn Fantasia is sounding the alarm over a New Jersey education mandate that requires all high school seniors to either complete the federal Free Application for Federal Student…

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Two more Rite Aid stores to close in New Jersey amid company’s ongoing restructuring

NEPTUNE, N.J. – Two additional Rite Aid locations in New Jersey are set to close as the national pharmacy chain continues shuttering underperforming stores as part of its bankruptcy-driven reorganization. The affected…

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Ex-Marine who threatened New Jersey attacks on white people gets 15 months in prison

TRENTON, N.J. – A Trenton man was sentenced Thursday to 15 months in federal prison for posting online threats to carry out a racially motivated attack targeting white individuals in New Jersey,…

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Spirit Halloween halts New Jersey flagship store opening due to tariff on cheap Chinese imports

EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Spirit Halloween has scrapped plans for its 2025 flagship store opening in Egg Harbor Township, citing “international disruptions and supply chain challenges” as the reason behind the…

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