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…
Seaside Heights Woman Charged for Harboring Fugitive Murder Suspect
TOMS RIVER, NJ — On July 5, detectives from the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crime Unit, Manchester Township Police Department, and United States Marshals Service located Maxwell Johnston, 35, of Manchester…
Jackson Township Spray Park Closed for Repairs
Jackson Township, NJ – Please be advised that the Jackson Township Spray Park will be closed for repairs starting today, Friday, July 5, 2024. Repairs are expected to take place over the…
Chesapeake Beach Fireworks Postponed to July 7 Due to Weather
Chesapeake Beach, MD – The annual fireworks display in Chesapeake Beach has been postponed to July 7 at dusk due to the unpredictability of scattered storms forecasted for July 6. The town…
Pennsylvania Man Arrested for Murder and Dismemberment of Missing Teen Girl
Clark Borough, PA – A 29-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly killing and dismembering a 14-year-old girl who had been missing since late June. DaShawn Watkins was taken into custody on…
House Fire in Perth Amboy Displaces Eight Families
Perth Amboy, NJ – On July 3, at 5:23 PM, the Perth Amboy Fire and Police Departments responded to a house fire at 61-63 Water Street. Due to the nearby fireworks festival,…
Anne Arundel County Police Host Youth Basketball Camp
Anne Arundel County, MD — The Anne Arundel County Police Department recently hosted a Youth Activities Basketball Camp, fostering fun, teamwork, and community engagement among local youth. Throughout the week, officers and…
Jackson To Celebrate Military Appreciation Day
JACKSON, NJ—A Military Appreciation Day event will take place at 401 Bartley Road on Saturday, August 3, at 12 p.m. The event is organized by the Jackson Police Department, Knights of Columbus,…
WWOR-TV/My9 Honored with Angel of Hope Award for Opioid Crisis Awareness Efforts
JERSEY CITY, NJ—At the 30th Angel of Hope Gala held on May 15 at the Liberty House, WWOR-TV/My9 was recognized with the Angel of Hope Award by the Partnership for a Drug-Free…
No Toms River, Bob’s Discount Furniture Is Not Going Out of Businesss
Confusion Arises as Bob’s Stores Closes, Not Bob’s Discount Furniture TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Recent announcements have caused considerable confusion among residents of Toms River, with many mistakenly believing Bob’s Discount Furniture…
RWJBarnabas Health Receives Grant to Combat Food Insecurity in New Jersey
NEWARK, NJ—RWJBarnabas Health announced today that it has received a grant from the New Jersey Food Security Initiative (NJFSI) to launch a pioneering program aimed at combating food insecurity across the state.…
JCP&L Invests $78 Million in Morristown Substation Upgrade to Combat Flood Risks
MORRISTOWN, N.J. — Jersey Central Power & Light (JCP&L), a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE), has initiated a significant $78 million upgrade to a transmission substation in Morristown. The project is…
The Best 10 Arcades on The Boardwalk At The Jersey Shore in 2024
Top 10 Arcades to Visit on the Jersey Shore Boardwalk JERSEY SHORE, N.J. — For gamers and families seeking summer fun, the Jersey Shore boardwalks offer some of the best arcade experiences…
Fundraiser for Family of Slain D.C. Man
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The unexpected death of Dionzae Foote on Saturday afternoon has left his family seeking community support. In the wake of the tragedy that occurred on June 29, 2024, the…
Fort Lee Junior Police Academy Cadets Engage in Community Activities
Fort Lee, NJ – Day 6 of the Fort Lee Junior Police Academy was marked by various community engagements and physical activities for the cadets. The day began with stretching and light…
Belleville Woman Thanks Police for Rescue After Tree Fell on Her Jeep During Storm
Belleville, NJ — The Belleville Police Department received a special visit today from a woman who survived a harrowing incident during last Monday’s severe storm. Around 6 p.m. on Union Avenue, a…
Bergen County Distributes Free Narcan to Combat Opioid Overdoses
Bergen County, NJ — In a collaborative effort to tackle the opioid crisis, the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office, in partnership with the Lyndhurst Police Department and Levy’s Pharmacy of Lyndhurst, recently hosted…
Free Movie Under The Stars in Downtown Toms River Tuesday Night
Toms River’s Movie Night at Huddy Park Featuring “The Sandlot” Toms River, NJ — Toms River Township Government reminds residents that the first of this season’s movie nights at Huddy Park will…
Lieutenant James Burgess Jr. Retires from Brick Township Police Department
Brick Township, NJ – After 28 years of dedicated service, Lieutenant James Burgess Jr. #154 has retired from the Brick Township Police Department. Lt. Burgess has served in numerous vital roles, including…
Jackson Police Department Announces Promotions and New Hires
JACKSON, NJ – Jackson Township welcomed new police officers and promoted veteran officers during a ceremony at the town hall on Tuesday. Director of Public Safety Joseph Candido administered the oath of…
16th Century Ship Docks at Ocean City Park
OCEAN CITY, MD – The Nao Trinidad, a name resonating with centuries of maritime history, currently graces the docks of Bayside Park at 3rd Street in Ocean City. A replica of the…