Community volunteers joined the township Department of Public Works in this year’s Clean Communities Grant program earlier this month. Groups spent the day cleaning roadways despite wet weather to earn …
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Watch: SpaceX Starship Rocket Explodes Over Atlantic, Causes Panic in Nearby Communities
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonJanuary 16, 2025 – In a startling turn of events, a SpaceX Starship rocket experienced a catastrophic failure, exploding mid-flight over the Atlantic Ocean today. The incident, which took place …
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Rep. Smith says feds must do more to protect New Jersey communities from drone incursions
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonISLAND BEACH STATE PARK, N.J. — Congressman Chris Smith (R-Manchester) spent Monday night at Island Beach State Park alongside Ocean County Sheriff Mike Mastronardy, intensifying efforts to investigate a series …
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The Buzz
Colorado City Under Seige by Venezuelan Street Gangs Targeting Illegal Migrant Communities
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonAurora, Colorado, is facing a shocking and dangerous situation as Mayor Mike Coffman has confirmed that Venezuelan gangsters have taken control of several apartment buildings. These gang members have allegedly …
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Toms River to Enforce Summer Curfew for Barrier Island Communities
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonTOMS RIVER, NJ—The Toms River Police Department has announced a curfew for juveniles in the barrier island communities, including Ortley Beach and the northern beaches, effective through Labor Day. This …
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Volunteers Pitch In To Clean Up Jackson Township Roads
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonJackson, NJ—A grant from Jackson’s Clean Communities program helped a local organization clear hundreds of trash bags of litter from the city’s roadways this weekend. New Jersey Clean Communities is …
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TRENTON, NJ—Governor Phil Murphy and Commissioner of Environmental Protection Shawn M. LaTourette announced today that New Jersey is set to overhaul its environmental regulations to address the increasing risks of …
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Police Blotter
CBP Announces Next Phase in Fight Targeting Criminals Funneling Fentanyl into American Communities
by Dinesh Patelby Dinesh PatelNOGALES, Ariz. – U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) today announced that it will lead an expanded, multi-agency effort to target the transnational criminals funneling fentanyl from Mexico into American …
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US and World News
New York Among States Stripping Rural Communities’ Ability to Fight Green Energy Agenda
Blue States Are Stripping Rural Counties Of Ability To Prevent Green Energy Takeover Of Their Communities Nick Pope on December 17, 2023 Several blue states have deprived rural counties of …
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Government NewsPolice Blotter
United States Attorney Vanessa R. Waldref Testifies Before United States Senate Committee on Indian Affairs about Fentanyl in Native Communities
by Indira Patelby Indira PatelWashington, D.C. – On December 6, Vanessa R. Waldref, United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Washington, testified before the United States Senate Committee on Indian Affairs. The title …
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OHIO – Rite Aid has made a significant announcement regarding the closure of several of its stores throughout Ohio. This decision impacts various communities and marks a notable change in …
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Biden HHS Doles Out $600K To University For ‘Anti-Disinformation’ Study About Menthol Cigs In Black Communities
Biden HHS Doles Out $600K To University For ‘Anti-Disinformation’ Study About Menthol Cigs In Black Communities Brandon Poulter on November 2, 2023 The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) …
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Breaking News
Wall Township Police Investigate Attempted Break-Ins in Nearby Communities
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonWALL TOWNSHIP, NJ – On Friday, October 27, at approximately 5:00 a.m., Wall Township Police responded to a call from a resident in the 2500 block of River Road in …
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Government NewsPolice Blotter
Justice Department Reaches Significant Milestone in Combating Redlining Initiative After Securing Over $107 Million in Relief for Communities of Color Nationwide
by Indira Patelby Indira PatelThe Justice Department announced today that its Combating Redlining Initiative has secured over $107 million in relief for communities of color nationwide that have experienced lending discrimination by banks or …
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DEP Targets Polluters in Vulnerable Communities to Correct Climate Inequities
TRENTON, NJ – Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Commissioner Shawn M. LaTourette announced several legal actions and accomplishments targeting polluters, aiming to correct past …
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New Jersey News
Testa & Polistina Bill Making Historic Investment in Coastal Communities Signed Into Law
Legislation prime-sponsored by Sen. Michael Testa and co-sponsored by Sen. Vince Polistina establishing the Boardwalk Preservation Fund was signed into law today.
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Foreign Off-Shore Wind Farm Developer Now Suing Jersey Shore Communities
CAPE MAY, NJ – 0rsted, the offshore wind turbine company that just received a billion-dollar state bail-out to build a wind farm off the coast of South Jersey, is now …
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Sen. Michael Testa’s bill that would establish a Boardwalk Preservation Fund to construct, repair, and maintain boardwalks and structures throughout the state’s coastal communities was passed by the New Jersey …
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Two communities mourn loss of firefighter in New Jersey
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonBerkeley Township, NJ – Officials announced the sudden passing of firefighter Brian Letrent on Wednesday, June 21. The 34-year-old firefighter suffered a heart attack, according to the department. Letrent had …
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JENNY BETH MARTIN: Lawless Biden’s Border Chaos Wreaks Havoc On American Communities
JENNY BETH MARTIN: Lawless Biden’s Border Chaos Wreaks Havoc On American Communities Jenny Beth Martin on May 20, 2023 The Biden Administration’s lawlessness, especially concerning illegal immigration, knows no bounds. …
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New Jersey News
Singer Bill that Would Protect Senior Citizens Living in Retirement Communities Clears Committee
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Robert Singer that would prohibit common interest communities from penalizing members who place a unit into a living, revocable trust fund was approved today by the …
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In the News
Border Patrol and Local Communities Come Together to Combat Cross-Border Human Smuggling
HOULTON, Maine – U.S. Border Patrol (USBP) in Maine is seeking assistance from the public to combat suspected human smuggling activity in and around border areas. Over the past 14 days, …
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Breaking News
New York police host meeting to build better ties with local communities
by Adam Devineby Adam DevineThe New York State Police in Troop D organized a community engagement meeting at the Martha Eddy Room of the New York State Fairgrounds on Saturday. Representatives from several organizations …
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Jackson Township gets spring cleanup thanks to volunteers, Clean Communities
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonJACKSON, NJ – If you noticed tonight, Jackson Township is a little bit cleaner than it was yesterday. That’s because volunteers lined the town’s roadways and cleaned up the trash. …
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Phil Murphy announces environmental justice police for poor communities in New Jersey
TRENTON, NJ – Environmental justice is coming to underserved and poor communities in New Jersey thanks to in an initiative by Governor Phil Murphy. The governor’s office has not revealed …