Jackson schools announce two-hour delay after weekend snowstorm

JACKSON, N.J. – The Jackson School District announced a two-hour delayed opening for Monday following Sunday’s snowstorm that left roads icy and travel conditions hazardous across Ocean County. The notice, posted Sunday…

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For equity’s sake, New Jersey Democrats move to end high school graduation exam

TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey Democrats advanced a bill this week that would permanently eliminate the state’s high school graduation proficiency test, a decades-old requirement that students pass a standardized exam before…

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New Jersey school teacher arrested on child sex abuse material charges

TRENTON, NJ – A retired Hamilton Township elementary school teacher has been arrested and charged with multiple counts related to the possession and distribution of child sexual abuse material following an investigation…

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Teen struck by Lakewood school bus last Sunday passes away overnight

Jackson Township, NJ – A teenage girl who was struck by a school bus while riding an electric bicycle Sunday morning has died from her injuries, family members confirmed Friday night. Police…

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Maryland teen caught carrying loaded gun in school hallway

Student charged after loaded 3D‑printed gun found during altercation at Northwood High School GAITHERSBURG, MD – A morning altercation inside Northwood High School led officers to a 17‑year‑old student who was found…

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School bus driver scores $50K in Southern Maryland Lottery win

Ravens fan scores $50,000 Pick 5 win deep in Commanders country LEONARDTOWN, MD – A St. Mary’s County man is $50,000 richer after his favorite five-digit number hit in the Maryland Lottery’s…

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Rabbi Moshe Raitzik, Lakewood’s Newest Fire Commissioner Resigns from School Board

LAKEWOOD, NJ – Rabbi Moshe Raitzik has won a seat on the Lakewood Board of Fire Commissioners, unseating incumbent Larry Loigman in a closely watched local election. Raitzik won a contentious three-way…

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Teen struck by Lakewood school bus on Sunday remains critical

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – A teenage girl from Jackson remains in critical condition after she was struck by a school bus while riding an electric bicycle Sunday morning. The collision happened at…

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Judge denies New Jersey school district’s bid to toss teacher’s age discrimination suit

CAMDEN, N.J. – A longtime physical education teacher’s lawsuit accusing the Washington Township Public Schools of age discrimination will move forward after a federal judge refused to dismiss the case. U.S. District…

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Blue Ribbon Jackson Middle School Forced to Close by S-2 Funding Sees $10 Million Price Slash in Second Sale Attempt

JACKSON, NJ – The Jackson School District has reopened bidding for the sale of Christa McAuliffe Middle School, dramatically lowering the minimum bid after months without a single offer. District officials announced…

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Couple arrested after violent attack against children on school bus

Couple arrested after violent confrontation on school bus Greenwood, IN A couple was arrested after allegedly attacking children on a school bus in Greenwood. Donquarious Ridley, 27, and Raven Barner, 25, were…

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Truck driving school to pay $345,000 in worker misclassification settlement

TRENTON, NJ – A Bergen County truck driving school will pay more than $300,000 in back wages and penalties after state officials found it misclassified dozens of instructors as independent contractors, depriving…

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Lakewood Private School Families Upset Over Lack of Busing on Thanksgiving Holiday

LAKEWOOD, N.J. – Private-school parents across Lakewood are preparing for another year of Thanksgiving disruption after the Lakewood Student Transportation Authority announced that no busing will operate on Thursday, even though many…

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NJ law would let towns, counties, and school districts withdraw from civil service system

Trenton, NJ – A new proposal in the New Jersey Assembly would allow municipalities, counties, school districts, and other local government entities to opt out of the state’s civil service system. Assembly…

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Off-duty NYPD school crossing guard arrested in Brooklyn on menacing charge

BROOKLYN, NY – An off-duty NYPD school crossing guard was arrested Thursday afternoon in Brooklyn after an alleged threatening incident. Officials said the arrest took place around 3:33 p.m. within the 60th…

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Teacher charged after THC gummies ingested by students in Indiana high school

Teacher charged after THC gummies ingested by students in Indiana high school Angola, IN A high school teacher is facing legal issues after two students consumed THC gummies, mistakenly believing they were…

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NJ bill would excuse students from school to perform at military funerals

TRENTON, NJ – A proposed New Jersey law would allow public school students to receive an excused absence when they take part in a musical performance honoring veterans at military funerals, including…

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Off-duty NYPD school safety agent arrested on misconduct and touching charges

QUEENS, NY – An off-duty New York City school safety agent was arrested Wednesday night in Queens on allegations involving misconduct and inappropriate contact with a minor, police said. The arrest occurred…

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Maryland woman wins lottery to help pay for med school

Unlock the Cash final game ends with big wins for two lucky Marylanders BALTIMORE, MD — A pair of lucky players walked away with thousands in cash and scratch-off tickets after taking…