Washington, D.C. – In a wave of recent layoffs at the U.S. State Department, thousands of workers find themselves navigating an uncertain job market. The reductions, attributed to budget reallocations …
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JACKSON, NJ – Jackson Township has opened a new playground at Johnson Park, featuring modern equipment and ADA-compliant play areas. According to the Jackson Council, the playground includes a zip …
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Jackson Police Department announces promotions at township council meeting
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonThe Jackson Township Police Department promoted four officers during a township council meeting held on July 8, recognizing years of service, leadership, and dedication to law enforcement and the local …
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Rutgers approves $5.9B budget with sharp tuition hike and expanded aid for low-income students
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonRutgers University’s Board of Governors on Tuesday approved a $5.9 billion operating budget for the 2025–2026 academic year, including a 5% tuition increase for in-state students and a 6% increase …
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Obama Headlines Phil Murphy Fundraiser to Help Mikie Sherrill
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonFormer President Barack Obama re-entered the political arena Friday night with a campaign appearance in Red Bank, New Jersey, to support Democratic gubernatorial nominee Rep. Mikie Sherrill. The fundraiser, hosted …
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Sherrill joins Dem chorus blaming Trump and Ciattarelli for skyrocketing energy costs under Phil Murphy
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonNEWARK, N.J. — Democratic gubernatorial candidate Mikie Sherrill joined a growing list of New Jersey Democrats Thursday in blaming President Donald Trump and GOP candidate Jack Ciattarelli for the state’s …
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New Jerseyans not happy with cost of living and taxes under Dem control, new poll shows
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonNEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. — A vast majority of New Jersey residents remain dissatisfied with how the state government is handling key issues such as taxes, cost of living, and transportation, …
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Jackson Council Announces New Landlord Registration Ordinance to Crack Down on Violators
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonJACKSON, N.J. – The Jackson Township Council introduced a new ordinance Tuesday that overhauls and strengthens the town’s existing landlord registration and rental unit inspection requirements for all non-owner-occupied residential …
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Sherrill Says New Jersey Could Be U.S. Leader in Offshore Wind Farms
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonMikie Sherrill silent on offshore energy amid campaign despite past wind energy support MORRISTOWN, N.J. — As her re-election campaign intensifies, Rep. Mikie Sherrill (D-NJ) has remained quiet on offshore …
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Sherrill Takes Early Lead in Latest Poll for New Jersey Governor’s Race
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonNEW BRUNSWICK, NJ — If you’re the type of person who still believes in political polls in 2025, then this story might upset you, or make you feel comfortable depending …
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Phil Murphy Just Ended Taxpayer Subsidies for Declining Newspaper Industry
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonIn a decisive move that reflects the realities of a rapidly evolving media landscape, New Jersey has taken a historic step by ending the long-standing requirement for taxpayer-funded public notice …
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Toms River Law Opens New Door for Military Veterans to Become Cops
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonTOMS RIVER — Military veterans will now have expanded access to law enforcement careers in Toms River after the township council approved a new ordinance removing education barriers for those …
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Bill Spadea hints at future gubernatorial run after primary defeat, withholds endorsement of Ciattarelli
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonTRENTON, N.J. — Former AM/FM radio host and three-time losing political candidate Bill Spadea is signaling interest in another bid for New Jersey governor, just weeks after losing the Republican …
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Trump takes shots at Elon Musk’s third party threat as he departs from weekend in New Jersey
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonBEDMINSTER, N.J. — President Donald Trump took fresh jabs at tech billionaire Elon Musk over the weekend while departing his golf club in New Jersey, dismissing speculation of a third …
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Murphy says Trump-fueled red shift in New Jersey is real but believes Democrats will prevail in November
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonTRENTON, N.J. — Governor Phil Murphy acknowledged recent Republican gains in New Jersey as “concerning,” pointing to a significant shift in voter behavior during the 2024 presidential election, but said …
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New Toms River Law Helps U.S. Military Veterans Become Police Officers in State’s 8th Largest Town
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonToms River has approved a new ordinance spearheaded by Mayor Rodrick that removes the college degree requirement for military veterans seeking a career in law enforcement. Previously, the township mandated …
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Senator Andy Kim slams GOP-backed federal budget bill, highlights impact on NJ families
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonWASHINGTON, D.C. — In a strongly worded newsletter released over the Fourth of July weekend, U.S. Senator Andy Kim condemned the recently passed House Republican-backed budget measure, which he refers …
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Jackson Township Council to introduce stricter landlord registry ordinance
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonJACKSON, N.J. — Jackson Township Council President Jennifer Kuhn announced plans for an updated landlord registration ordinance aimed at cracking down on illegal rentals and improving enforcement across the township. …
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New Jersey Senators Booker and Kim Oppose Strong Independent Woman Nominated to be U.S. Attorney
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonGlass ceilings be damned: New Jersey’s “Me Too” Senators slam Trump’s female pick for U.S. Attorney. NEWARK, N.J. — Senators Andy Kim and Cory Booker issued a joint statement this …
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Ocean County Commissioner Spends Day at the Boardwalk with Murphy’s Trump Hating Attorney General
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonSEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — Ocean County Commissioner Robert Arace, a Republican, appeared alongside New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin, a Democrat and appointee of Gov. Phil Murphy, on the …
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Mikie Sherrill urges Republicans to oppose Trump-backed bill
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonMORRISTOWN, NJ — Rep. Mikie Sherrill is calling on her Republican colleagues in Congress to reject a bill she says would harm New Jersey families, accusing GOP lawmakers of backing …
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Sherrill slams GOP-backed budget in heated social media thread as governor’s race heats up
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonMORRISTOWN, N.J. — U.S. Rep. Mikie Sherrill launched a pointed series of attacks on a Republican-backed federal budget proposal Tuesday, calling it a “reckless” plan that would raise taxes and …
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Alina Habba Nominated to Serve Four Year Term as U.S. Attorney For New Jersey
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonNEWARK, N.J. — Alina Habba, who has served as interim U.S. attorney for New Jersey since March, was formally nominated Tuesday by the Trump administration to hold the post for …
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New Toms River Law Helps Military Veterans Become Cops
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonTOMS RIVER, NJ – A new ordinance introduced by Mayor Rodrick and approved by the Toms River Township Council has made it easier for America’s military veterans to pursue a …
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Middletown School Board Member Arrested on Multiple Serious Illegal Gun Charges
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonMIDDLETOWN, N.J. — Middletown Board of Education member Joe Fitzgerald was arrested Monday evening and charged with six weapons offenses, according to local authorities. Police said Fitzgerald was caught with …