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…
Avalon Police mourn the passing of retired Sergeant Arthur M. Ridler
AVALON, NJ — The Avalon Police Department is mourning the loss of retired Sergeant Arthur M. Ridler, who passed away on January 9, 2025, the department announced. Ridler began his law enforcement…
Toms River Boatworks Demolished as Part of Waterfront Revitalization Plan
TOMS RIVER, NJ – The deteriorating Toms River Boatworks, severely damaged during Superstorm Sandy and left in disrepair for years, has been demolished. Mayor Dan Rodrick and the township council voted to…
Chabad Center Miraculously Spared as Wildfire Ravages Pacific Palisades
LOS ANGELES, CA — A devastating wildfire tore through Pacific Palisades this week, leaving behind widespread destruction, but one building stood nearly untouched: the Chabad Jewish Community Center. Surrounded by scorched land…
RWJBarnabas Health wants your blood amid winter shortage
WEST ORANGE, N.J. — RWJBarnabas Health is urging the public to donate blood and platelets during its annual Winter Blood Drive Appeal as supplies reach critically low levels. The healthcare network is…
Harpoon Willy’s expands in New Jersey, offering new dining experience in Town Center
ROBBINSVILLE, N.J. — Jersey Shore Restaurant Group (JSRG) has announced the grand opening of a new Harpoon Willy’s location in Robbinsville, set for Monday, January 13, at 2360 State Highway 33 in…
Middletown Community Mourns Loss of Teen Killed in Tragic Massachusetts Skiing Accident
MIDDLETOWN, NJ — Alex Kemp, a 19-year-old freshman at Williams College, died Tuesday after a ski accident at Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort in Hancock, Massachusetts, leaving the Lincroft community and beyond in…
Derrick Ambrosino named Brick Township Council president for 2025
BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — The Brick Township Council selected Derrick Ambrosino to serve as its Council President for 2025 during its annual reorganization meeting on Jan. 7, officials announced. Ambrosino, who has…
Chesapeake’s Big Win: Record Low Overdoses and a Community Triumph
Good news isn’t just rare these days—it’s downright refreshing. Chesapeake, Virginia, just served up a win that’s got us all cheering. In 2024, the city reported its lowest number of narcotic overdoses…
5,000 lose power on frigid morning in Toms River day after Ocean County threatens JCP&L with $1 billion lawsuit
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Nearly 5,000 homes and businesses in Toms River were left without electricity overnight and into the morning on Monday as temperatures plunged into the 20s, prompting the Ocean…
Snowstorm update: Wildwood Crest plowing continues, closures announced
WILDWOOD CREST, N.J. — Crews from the Department of Public Works (DPW) and the Public Safety Department are continuing snow removal efforts Tuesday morning, clearing streets and parking lots across the borough…
Middletown and Ofakim, Israel forge sister-city pact, strengthening global ties
MIDDLETOWN, N.J. — Middletown officials and residents gathered on Tuesday to formally sign a sister-city agreement with Ofakim, Israel, a move aimed at fostering cultural and community connections between the two municipalities.…
Snow-related speed Restrictions impact morning commute on Garden State Parkway and New Jersey Turnpike
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Snowfall across New Jersey on Friday morning caused widespread traffic delays, speed restrictions, and ongoing salting operations as commuters navigated slippery roads and reduced visibility. The Garden State…
Drones Reported to be Flying Over Power Lines In Ocean County, Here’s Why
OCEAN COUNTY, N.J. — Residents in Ocean County may notice drones hovering over power lines between West Creek and Marybell Road on Thursday as Atlantic City Electric begins scheduled inspections of its…
Jackson council overrides veto to curb residential overdevelopment along busy highway commercial corridor
JACKSON, N.J. — The Jackson Township Council voted unanimously on Thursday to override Mayor Michael Reina’s veto of Ordinance 33-24, a measure designed to address concerns about residential overdevelopment in the growing…
Lacey GOP Leaders in Heart of Spadea Country Endorse Ciattarelli for Governor
LACEY TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Mayor Peggy Sue Juliano and the entire Township Committee have endorsed Jack Ciattarelli in his campaign for New Jersey governor, highlighting his leadership and plans to address issues…
Kingda Ka to be Imploded in February as Park Clears Path for Future at Great Adventure
If you’ve ever visited Six Flags Great Adventure in New Jersey, chances are Kingda Ka was the ride you talked about long after leaving. Towering over the park at a staggering 456…
Nonprofit steps up to aid displaced families in the wake of a devastating apartment fire in Asbury Park
ASBURY PARK, N.J. — The Asbury Park Police Department expressed gratitude on Monday for the efforts of “We Are Loved,” a local nonprofit organization, We Are Loved, in aiding families affected by…
New Jersey DEP Says Accidental Chemical Discharge Into Central Jersey Water System, Stinky Water Pose No Health Risks to Humans
CAMDEN, N.J. – Customers served by New Jersey American Water’s Raritan System have reported unusual changes in the taste and odor of their drinking water following a chemical leak from a repackaging…
Manchester opens high school as warming station for residents affected by power outages tonight
MANCHESTER, N.J. — With a power outage continuing to affect the area, Manchester Police have announced that Manchester Township High School is now the only available warming center for residents seeking refuge…
New Jersey Residents Demand Answers from Government Silence, Dismissal of Drone Sightings
TRENTON, N.J. — A surge in reports of drone sightings across New Jersey has prompted widespread concern among residents, with families and community groups demanding greater transparency from local, state, and federal…