Jackson prepares for annual Memorial Day parade and ceremony on May 26
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. – The Jackson Township community is invited to attend the annual Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 26, 2025, beginning at 10:00 a.m., in honor of local…
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. – The Jackson Township community is invited to attend the annual Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 26, 2025, beginning at 10:00 a.m., in honor of local…
MANCHESTER, N.J. — Law enforcement officers from across Ocean County gathered Friday to mark the 34th Annual Ocean County Law Enforcement Memorial Day Observance, honoring those who lost their lives…
SOUTH RIVER, NJ — The South River Police Department announced it will hold its 16th annual Junior Police Academy this summer for local students entering grades 6 through 8 in…
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey residents are not just facing a 20% electricity rate increase in June; they will have suffered a 32% annual increase between June 1, 2024, and June…
Brick Township will host its fifth annual Town-Wide Yard Sale on Saturday, May 17, giving residents a community-wide opportunity to sell unwanted items and shop for bargains. With hundreds of…
It takes two to tango, as they say. U.S. President Donald Trump has issued some sharp rhetoric against the Canadian government. In response, the Canadian government has called upon its…
PRINCETON, N.J. — Terhune Orchards opens its fields today for the annual Kite Day celebration, welcoming families for two days of outdoor fun, farm activities, live music, and colorful kite-flying…
Cranford’s Annual Kids Fishing Derby Hooks Community
CRANFORD, NJ — The Cranford Police Department celebrated its 3rd Annual Cops & Bobbers Kids Fishing Derby with local children and officers gathering at Nomahegan Park. The event encouraged community interaction and participation between law enforcement and young residents.
Cranford Renewal by Anderson and Unity Bank generously sponsored the derby, expressing commitment to the community. Carmen Cerreto, Vice President of Unity Bank, played a significant role in supporting the initiative. This tradition aims to strengthen bonds and provide enjoyable outdoor activities for children.
The event witnessed notable participation, highlighting the community’s enthusiasm for engaging with local police officers. Children and officers, together at the park, shared fishing techniques and celebrated the day’s achievements. The derby showcased unity and cooperation within the community.
The Cranford Police Department shared images from the event, celebrating the winners and participants. An official highlighted the success of the event stating, “Thanks to all those who came out to fish with our finest, and to each officer who participated in this great new tradition.”
In its third year, the Cops & Bobbers Kids Fishing Derby continues to grow as a cherished event in Cranford, promoting camaraderie and fostering relationships. Through this event
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President Donald J. Trump underwent his annual physical examination at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, as detailed in a memorandum from Physician to the President, Capt. Sean P. Barbarella,…
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Thousands of brightly colored eggs will carpet the grass at Castle Park on Saturday as Toms River kicks off its annual Easter Egg Hunt, hosted by…
MANCHESTER, N.J. — The 12th annual Penguin Plunge at Harry Wright Lake brought together Manchester police officers, school district staff, and community members for a fundraising event this past weekend.…
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey residents pay the highest taxes in the country, according to a new WalletHub study that confirms what many in the state have long suspected. The…
JERSEY CITY, N.J. — A refugee assistance organization in North Jersey laid off 79 employees this week after the Trump administration abruptly froze U.S. foreign assistance funding, cutting off critical…
LONDON — The BBC has expressed concern over the Trump administration’s decision to cut U.S. government funding in which it received $3.2 million from American taxpayers in 2024. The funding,…
BRICK, N.J. — Brick Township will host its annual Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Saturday, January 25, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Drum Point Sports Complex. The clinic…
JACKSON, NJ — The Jackson Township Council will begin its 2024 calendar year this week with its annual reorganization meeting on Thursday, January 2, at 5:00 p.m. in the Jackson Township…
Macon County Hosts Annual Shop with a Cop Event
**Macon, NC** – The Macon County Sheriff’s Office recently hosted its annual Shop with a Cop event, providing a festive Christmas experience for about 233 local children.
Support from organizations and individuals through generous donations made the event possible. Children were able to shop for gifts and then gathered at the FHS cafeteria to enjoy pizza with officers.
During the event, participants took photos with Santa and received books from the Read•2•Me program to foster a love for reading. Sheriff Brent Holbrooks expressed commitment to continuing the event as long as he remains in office.
A retrospective photo from the 2010 event was shared to engage the community in recalling past participants.
BELLEVILLE, N.J. — The Belleville Police Department’s 3rd Annual Pack-A-Police Car Food Drive exceeded expectations, with donations overflowing beyond patrol cars and requiring a trailer to transport the contributions. The…
TINTON FALLS, N.J. – The Tinton Falls Police Department hosted its annual Shop with a Cop event on Monday evening, partnering with Target in Ocean Township to brighten the holiday…
BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Brick Township community is invited to gather for the Annual Menorah Lighting on Thursday, December 26, at 5:30 p.m. at the Municipal Building. The event…
BELLEVILLE, N.J. — Officers from the Belleville Police Department joined the community in celebrating the holiday season during the Township Holiday Festival and Tree Lighting Ceremony on Saturday at Belleville…
CHERRY HILL, N.J. — The Cherry Hill Police Department and Cherry Hill PBA Local 176 held their 6th annual “Shop with a Cop” event on Saturday, providing local families with…
WORCESTER, MA — Worcester County District Attorney Joseph D. Early Jr. is encouraging residents to participate in the 23rd annual “Guns to Gardens” gun buyback program on Saturday, December 14,…
WESTFIELD, N.J. — The Westfield Police Department has announced the return of its popular Santa Convoy, scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 21, as part of a collaborative holiday event with the…