Jack Ciattarelli’s Opposition to Mikie Sherrill’s Forced LGBTQ School Curriculum Plan Sparks Outrage Among New Jersey Gay Rights Activists
Trenton, NJ – The battle for New Jersey’s governor’s office erupted this week after Democratic candidate Mikie Sherrill declared she would push LGBTQ curriculum in state schools without allowing parents to opt…
The Edge in Jackson to close after five years of service, owners thank community
JACKSON, N.J. — The Edge, a prominent dining and gathering spot on North County Line Road, will be closing its doors after five years of operation, the restaurant announced this week. Built…
Disguised State Police issue over 35 tickets in work zone sting on Route 219
SALAMANCA, N.Y. — New York State Police issued more than 35 tickets during an “Operation Hard Hat” detail on State Route 219, with over half related to Move Over Law violations, the…
Manchester Police honor John McGuire with Community Champion Award
MANCHESTER, N.J. — John McGuire was recently recognized with the Community Champion Award for his longstanding support of the Manchester Township Police Department, the agency announced Wednesday. Chief Antonio Ellis and the…
New Jersey Congresswoman LaMonica McIver Arrested, Pleads Not Guilty to Federal Charges
Newark, NJ – U.S. Representative LaMonica McIver, a Democrat from New Jersey, has been indicted on federal charges following a contentious incident outside an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention facility in…
Piers Morgan confronts Joy Reid over past blog post during heated exchange on LGBTQ issues
NEW YORK, N.Y. — A tense on-air exchange unfolded between Piers Morgan and MSNBC host Joy Reid during an episode of Piers Morgan Uncensored, as Morgan accused Reid of past homophobic remarks…
ICE arrests Honduran fugitive wanted for murder in Easton
EASTON, Pa. — U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrested a Honduran national wanted for homicide in his home country, officials announced Thursday. Yobani Bonilla-Bonilla, also known as Gilberto Perez-Alvarado, 29, was taken…
Jackson Police issue warning to drivers: Don’t pass closed road barriers on Cedar Swamp Road
JACKSON, N.J. — The Jackson Township Police Department is urging drivers and pedestrians to obey multiple road closures in place throughout the area, citing a surge in violations and safety concerns near…
Sen. Kim to host Westfield town hall Saturday, invites Rep. Kean Jr. to discuss new federal law
WESTFIELD, N.J. — U.S. Senator Andy Kim will host a town hall meeting in Westfield on Saturday at Edison Intermediate School, where he is inviting Rep. Tom Kean Jr. to join him…
Camden County declares Code Red alert as heat index soars past 100 degrees
CAMDEN, N.J. — The Camden County Office of Emergency Management has issued a Code Red Alert for Thursday due to dangerously high temperatures expected to reach a heat index of up to…
Young Maryland girl reunites with troopers who helped save her life
Two years after a near-drowning incident at home, a young girl named Emerson has fully recovered thanks to her father’s quick response, local paramedics, and the Maryland State Police Trooper 3 crew.…
Jackson Zoning Board halts 1,100-home project, sends developer back to the drawing board
JACKSON, N.J. — The Jackson Zoning Board, under the legal advice of attorney Jean Cipriani, scored a victory against a contentious proposed high-density developent at Adventure Crossing. The decision is a victory…
New Jersey’s Senators are Just ‘Meh’, According to New Poll
NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. — New Jersey’s U.S. senators are facing lukewarm approval from voters, with a significant number of residents either holding unfavorable views or expressing no opinion at all, according to…
85% of New Jersey is Fed Up With Phil Murphy Citing Taxes, Transportation and Education as Key Problems
NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. — An overwhelming 85% of New Jersey residents are dissatisfied with how the state government is handling the cost of living and affordability, according to a Rutgers-Eagleton Poll released…
West Long Branch police investigating bias-related pranks involving juveniles
WEST LONG BRANCH, N.J. — The West Long Branch Police Department is investigating several incidents involving juveniles who reportedly rang doorbells, fled the scene, and in some cases, shouted inappropriate or bias-related…
Phil Murphy Sues Feds After Trump Cuts $158 Million Migrant Education Funding
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin announced Monday that the state has joined a 24-state coalition in suing the Trump Administration over its decision to freeze billions in…
Party Like it’s 1885 with the Amish Outlaws on the Beach in Toms River
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Toms River’s Summer Concert Series continues Tuesday night with a live performance by The Amish Outlaws at Shelter Cove Beach, followed by a fireworks display, township officials announced.…
Watch: New Jersey woman charged after driving through protest crowd in Fairview
FAIRVIEW, N.J. — A viral video that showed a New Jersey woman driving through a crowd of protesters in Fairview has led to criminal charges. In the video, you can see a…
NYC to shut Columbia Street concrete recycling site by year’s end amid community pressure
NEW YORK – The New York City Department of Transportation will shut down its concrete recycling operations at the Columbia Street Waterfront District by August and fully close the facility by year’s…
New playground opens at Johnson Park in Jackson
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 line, seesaw,…
Mayor Rodrick Keeps the Good Times Rolling with Another Concert on the Beach
Tupelo Honey to perform Van Morrison tribute at Shelter Cove Beach concert Toms River will host a rescheduled summer concert featuring Tupelo Honey, a Van Morrison tribute band, on Wednesday, July 23…