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…
Boston police join community walk from Charlestown to North End in weekly outreach program
BOSTON, MA — Officers from the Boston Police Department’s District A-1 Community Service Office continued their weekly community engagement efforts with the “Walk the Beat” program on Wednesday, taking a scenic walk…
Man in custody after police standoff in Holiday City Berkeley senior community
BERKELEY, N.J. — A man was taken into custody overnight following a prolonged police standoff at the Holiday City Berkeley senior community in Ocean County, authorities confirmed Tuesday. The incident, which unfolded…
Police standoff at senior community captured on camera
BERKELEY, N.J. — A tense standoff unfolded overnight in the Holiday City Berkeley senior community as police surrounded a home and eventually took a man into custody after he exited with his…
New Jersey launches new library system for state prisons
TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey Department of Corrections has partnered with national non-profit Freedom Reads to install 37 Freedom Libraries in two state correctional facilities, part of a broader initiative to…
It’s Motorcycle Awareness Month in New Jersey: Why You Need to Pay Attention
May is Motorcycle Awareness Month, a time to remind drivers to stay vigilant and share the road safely with motorcyclists. Motorcycles are smaller, less visible, and more vulnerable than cars, making it…
Toms River Boosts Summer Programs After Police Camp Cancellation
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Today, Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick expressed disappointment after the Toms River Police Department announced it will no longer be hosting its annual police summer camp. The Toms…
Middlesex County students win top honors in statewide drug-free art contest
MILLBURN, N.J. — Two Middlesex County fourth graders have been named statewide winners in the Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey’s 2025 “Fun Things to Do Instead of Doing Drugs” contest, the…
Free breakfast for vets on Memorial Day at this popular pancake house
EAST WINDSOR, NJ – Perkins American Food Co. will honor active duty and retired military personnel with a free Magnificent Seven Breakfast on Memorial Day, Monday, May 26, at participating locations nationwide.…
Toms River Democrat primary pits tech entrepreneur against ex-con in Ward 4 race
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Democratic primary race for Toms River’s Ward 4 council seat features two sharply contrasting candidates: one with a background in technology and the arts, the other seeking…
Double lucky: Two win $50K on scratch-off at Newington 7-Eleven
NEWINGTON, Conn. — Two lucky players won a combined $50,000 on a $2,000,000 Mega Multiplier scratch-off ticket purchased at a 7-Eleven store in Newington, according to Connecticut Lottery records. The winning ticket…
Forked River man awarded Governor’s Team of Excellence honor for affordable housing work
TRENTON, N.J. — Gavin Rozzi of Forked River was honored with the Governor’s Team of Excellence Award during New Jersey’s State Employee Recognition Day ceremony held Wednesday, May 7, at the Trenton…
Pebbles the pup still hoping for a home after months at NJ shelter
Jackson, NJ — Pebbles, a four-year-old brindle dog at the Northern Ocean County Animal Facility, remains one of the shelter’s longest residents after months of waiting for adoption. Found as a stray,…
Cherry Hill police officers join community to honor fallen veterans
CHERRY HILL, N.J. — Cherry Hill Police officers joined local officials and community members over the weekend to take part in the American Legion’s annual Flagging of the Graves at Locustwood Cemetery,…
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 veterans and…
Jackson Police honor fallen officers at Ocean County memorial ceremony
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. – Members of the Jackson Township Police Department joined law enforcement agencies across Ocean County on Friday to honor fallen officers during the 34th Annual Ocean County Law Enforcement…
Ocean State Job Lot opens new Barnegat store with community-focused celebration
BARNEGAT, N.J. — Ocean State Job Lot marked the opening of its newest New Jersey store on Saturday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and family-friendly celebration at 580 North Main Street, the former…
Police officer rescues dog trapped under house foundation
EAST BRUNSWICK, N.J. — A dog that escaped from its residence and became stuck beneath a nearby home was rescued Sunday by an East Brunswick police officer who crawled under the foundation…
Henry the Horse retires after 18 year career as neigh-borhood cop
ALLEGHENY COUNTY, Pa. — Henry, a beloved member of the Allegheny County Police Department’s Mounted Unit, is retiring after nearly 18 years of service, officials announced. Henry joined the unit in 2007…
NRP flood response transitions in Western Maryland as recovery begins
WESTERNPORT, Md. — The Maryland Natural Resources Police announced Saturday that their emergency operations in response to historic flooding in Western Maryland have ended, though support efforts continue in affected areas of…
Ocean County commissioners to appoint residents to boards on Wednesday
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Ocean County Board of Commissioners will vote Wednesday on a series of appointments and reappointments across several key advisory and governance boards, including tourism, education, and workforce…