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…
Beloved Delaware officer and Special Olympics advocate dies suddenly, leaving community in mourning
DOVER, DE – The Delaware law enforcement community is grieving the sudden and unexpected passing of Senior Corporal Barry Wheatley, a respected officer and passionate community advocate who died Tuesday evening. SCpl.…
Toms River Recreation offers Pound fitness class with Pepper
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A high-energy fitness class designed to combine cardio and strength training with the power of drumming is coming to Toms River Recreation. The Pound® Fitness Class with Pepper…
Toms River to host DIY coastal sign workshop on Feb. 22
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Residents looking for a creative experience can participate in a DIY Coastal Sign Class hosted by the Toms River Artist Community and Toms River Recreation Department later this…
Fox News Host Says Resettle 2 Million Palestinian Refugees in United States
NEW YORK, NY — Fox News co-host Jessica Tarlov sparked debate during a broadcast this week by suggesting that former President Donald Trump should resettle the more than 2 million Palestinians in…
Does China Have Access to Your E-ZPass Information? Lawmakers Fear They Do
TRENTON, NJ — Lawmakers and officials are raising the alarm after the New Jersey Turnpike Authority awarded a $1.73 billion E-ZPass contract to TransCore, a company owned by Singapore Technologies Engineering (ST…
Toms River Mourns Loss of Former Mayor
TOMS RIVER, NJ — Robert Toscan, a former mayor of Dover Township, now known as Toms River, has died at the age of 87, local officials announced. Toscan passed away on Monday,…
Public Notice: Jackson Township – Community Development Block Grant Program CY2025
TOWNSHIP OF JACKSON LEGAL/PUBLICNOTICE PUBLIC HEARING-February 11, 2025, 6:30pm COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM CY2025 PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Township Council of the Township of Jackson, County of Ocean,…
Toms River Recreation offers Valentine’s cooking class for kids
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Toms River Recreation Department is hosting a hands-on cooking class for children in grades K-3 on Wednesday, February 12, from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. in collaboration…
Trump Tariffs on Mexico Paused After Sheinbaum Agrees to Send 10,000 Troops to Border
WASHINGTON — Former President Donald Trump announced that Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has agreed to deploy 10,000 soldiers to the U.S.-Mexico border to combat fentanyl trafficking and illegal migration. In a statement,…
Jackson Township extends landlord registration deadline to February 28th
JACKSON, N.J. — Jackson Township officials have extended the deadline for landlords to renew their registrations and complete lead-based paint (LBP) requirements, if applicable, until Feb. 28, 2025. The township will update…
Ocean County to host free utility assistance event in Toms River
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Residents struggling with utility bills will have an opportunity to connect with assistance programs during Ocean County Utility Assistance Day, a free community event scheduled for February 19.…
Last chance to register for Marine Science Mondays in Toms River
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The final opportunity to sign up for Marine Science Mondays, a hands-on educational program presented by New Logic Marine Science Camp and the Toms River Recreation Department, is…
Beloved dog returns to Jackson shelter after owner’s death leaves her homeless
JACKSON, N.J. — After spending seven years with a loving family, a 10-year-old dog named Kali has found herself back at the Northern Ocean County Animal Facility following the death of her…
Former Brick Township “Employee of the Month” sentenced for theft scheme
BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — The former Director of Recreation for Brick Township was sentenced Friday to three years of probation after pleading guilty to theft for pocketing cash payments meant for the…
Toms River ordinance reduces burdensome regulations and costly expenses for backyard sheds
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Toms River Township Council is amending its building ordinances to ease permit requirements for small sheds and backyard structures, aiming to reduce financial and regulatory burdens for…
Toms River Rejects New Jersey’s Latest High Density, Low-Income Housing Demands
TOMS RIVER, NJ — The state of New Jersey is trying to force Toms River Township to build almost 700 new high-density affordable housing units, but Mayor Dan Rodrick and the township council…
Brick Township swears in new special law enforcement officers
BRICK, N.J. — Four new Special Law Enforcement Officers (SLEO I) were sworn in during Tuesday night’s town council meeting, joining the Brick Township Police Department. Chief David Forrester and Mayor Lisa…
New hair salon opens in Brick with ribbon-cutting ceremony
BRICK, N.J. — Local officials joined the Brick Township Chamber of Commerce to celebrate the grand opening of Palms Hair Salon with a ceremonial ribbon cutting. The event marked the official launch…
Phil Murphy Says Wife Tammy is Governor’s “Favorite Drinking Buddy” At State Wine Contest
Gov. Phil Murphy joins First Lady at New Jersey wine competition, celebrates state’s growing industry TRENTON, NJ — Governor Phil Murphy and First Lady Tammy Murphy hosted the New Jersey Wine Competition…
Frederick police address immigration concerns, reaffirm focus on community trust
FREDERICK, MD — Amid growing concerns about immigration enforcement, the Frederick Police Department has issued a statement to reassure residents that its priority remains the safety and well-being of all community members,…