Testa: Murphy Cares More About Planned Parenthood than Economic Development and Tourism in New Jersey

CAPE MAY-Mike Testa, running for a seat in the New Jersey State Senate this year is concerned about Governor Phil Murphy’s priorities. This summer, Murphy pledged $8.8 million in additional aid to…

Ryan Peters Stands Out Among Republican Peers in 2019 State Elections

New Jersey Assemblyman Ryan Peters is doing something many of his peers and opponents running for state office are still trying to figure out, how to offer sensible solutions that might actually…

Berkeley Township Donates $100,000 to Northern Ocean Habitat for Humanity

Mayor Amato announces with donation makes one million to local non-profits since 2012 BERKELEY – Mayor Carmen Amato along with the Township Council recently donated another $100,000 to Northern Ocean Habitat for…

Jonathan Petro: Toms River Will Not Be A Sanctuary City If I Become Mayor

TOMS RIVER-Although Toms River Democrats argued the syntax of a township resolution passed by Maurice Hill to reject sanctuary city status, they made it very clear, their objection was in reference to…

Toms River Proposes Two Acre Zoning in North Dover, Elected Officials Respond

TOMS RIVER-Toms River officials on Friday drafted a resolution to lower the zoning on houses of worship in North Dover from 10 acres to 2 acres. That ordinance which was drafted for…

Cory Booker’s National Firearms ID Will Make Gun Ownership More Difficult for Minorities

NEWARK, NJ-New Jersey Senator Cory “Spartacus” Booker has announced his plan to create a national firearms identification system similar to the Republican’s call for a national voter ID registration system. “My plan…

Professionals Chip in to Keep Christmas Tradition Going in Brick Township

Brick Township’s official Christmas tree isn’t doing that well these days, so Mayor John Ducey and the town council said it was time to retire it for a new one. “On Tuesday,…

Brick Mayor Ducey Urges Phil Murphy to Fix “Flawed” School Funding Formula

After meeting with N.J. Department of Education Commissioner on behalf of the students and taxpayers of Brick Township, Mayor John G. Ducey is asking Governor Phil Murphy to identify a new school…

Ciba-Geigy Redevelopment Project to Hear First Application in Toms River

TOMS RIVER-A plan to redevelop the former BASF/Ciba-Geigy Chemical Corporation property in Toms River is taking its first step. On September 18th, at 6pm, a meeting will be held for the approval…

County Freeholders Buy Million Dollar Home in North Dover

TOMS RIVER-The Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders have purchased a 4 bedroom, 3 bath, 2,700 square foot home on New Hampshire Avenue in Toms River’s North Dover section and have approved…

Toms River Democrats Join Bi-Partisan Effort Against Murphy School Funding Formula

TOMS RIVER-Toms River Council Democrats Terrance Turnbach and Laurie Huryk joined in a bi-partisan legislative effort with Republican Dan Rodrick to join Republicans tonight to speak out against school funding cuts in…

Freeholders Approve $1 Million Open Space Purchase for Property Assessed at $480,000

TOMS RIVER-The Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders have their eyes set on a 4 bedroom, 3 bath, 2,700 square foot home on New Hampshire Avenue in Toms River’s North Dover section…

Berkeley Mayor to State Legislators: Get Your Own House In Order Before Meddling in the Homes of Senior Citizens

Mayor seeks formal Council Resolution opposing A3851, the Assembly companion bill of S2425 “New Jersey Common Interest Ownership Act.” BERKELEY – Mayor Carmen Amato continues his strong opposition to state legislation that…

Toms River Murderer Was Victim’s 17 Year Old Son

Today, Asbury Park Press reported that the teenage murderer apprehended by the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office was in fact the victim’s son. This information remains unconfirmed by the prosecutor’s office and the…

Ocean County Freeholders Seeking to Raid Open Space Funds to Fund Pet Projects, Development

TOMS RIVER-Up until now, Ocean County’s “Open Space Tax” has been used to purchase open spaces for recreational use and preservation of Ocean County’s diminishing supply of natural habitats. Now, the Ocean…

Toms River Joins Berkeley Mayor Amato’s Fight Against Increase in Flood Insurance

TOMS RIVER-Toms River Councilman George Wittman and Councilwoman Maria Maruca have announced the Township of Toms River has joined in the fight, alongside Berkeley Township Mayor Carmen Amato to oppose a proposed major…

Murphy Doubles Down on Shielding Illegal Aliens from ICE

TRENTON-Last week, ICE announced immigration sweeps across the country, including sanctuary states such as California and New Jersey. Governor Phil Murphy has opposed the detainment of illegal aliens and possible criminals seeking…

Nice Try, But Congress Votes Overwhelmingly Against Trump Impeachment

WASHINGTON, DC-Every Republican in Congress was joined by 137 Democrats to shoot down the latest ant-Trump action today, to bring forth impeachment against the President. The action to impeach Trump was brought…

Two Plans; Development Could Turn Toms River Into New Jersey’s Major Next City

TOMS RIVER-Two plans on the table in Toms River could push the town of 92,000 people over the edge to become a full-fledged city. First the Downtown Toms River Redevelopment Plan…

Canfield Calls for Resignation of Brick School Board President in Light of ELEC Charges

Letter to the Editor BRICK, NJ- The Shore News Network released an article dated July 15, 2019 stating that charges are being filed against 5 individuals, including Board of Education President Stephanie…

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