Jackson First Aid responds to 567 emergency calls in one month with 9-minute average response time
Jackson Township, NJ – Volunteer EMTs in Jackson Township answered 567 emergency calls last month, according to new monthly statistics released by the Jackson Township First Aid Squad, which continues to provide…
Longtime New Jersey lottery retailer lands first major win with $5.9 million ticket
ROSELAND, N.J. — A Roseland gas station that has sold New Jersey Lottery tickets for three decades has finally handed out its first major jackpot-winning ticket. The Eisenhower Exxon, located at the…
Jackson Township Ordinances Approved on First Reading
JACKSON, NJ – The Jackson Township council has approved the following four ordinances on first reading. ORDINANCE NO. 2025-17 AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF JACKSON, COUNTY OF OCEAN, STATE OF NEW…
New Jersey school lesson plan leaves first graders questioning gender roles, societal norms
TRENTON, N.J. — A state-endorsed first-grade lesson plan that teaches 6- and 7-year-old children in New Jersey about gender identity and gender-role stereotypes is drawing sharp criticism from parents and education advocates,…
Mistaken at first glance: Laurel retiree wins $112K, not $12K
LAUREL, MD — A retired nonprofit worker from Prince George’s County is the latest big winner in the Maryland Lottery’s MONOPOLY Second-Chance Promotion, claiming a rolling cash jackpot worth $112,853. Jocelyn Quinitchette…
Trump touts ‘America’s comeback’ in primetime interview marking first 100 days
WASHINGTON, D.C. — President Donald J. Trump took center stage Tuesday night in a primetime ABC interview, marking his return to the White House with a sweeping defense of his administration’s first…
First hummingbirds of the season arrive in New Jersey
JERSEY SHORE, NJ — Hummingbirds have officially returned to New Jersey, with bird watchers and residents across the Jersey Shore reporting their first sightings of the season over the weekend. As temperatures…
First Energy Exec Says JCP&L Prices Still Cheapest Despite 20% Hike
MORRISTOWN, N.J. — FirstEnergy New Jersey customers will see an increase in electricity supply prices starting June 1, as the utility giant moves forward with large-scale investments in reliability and infrastructure, according…
The New Jersey bucket list for first time visitors
New Jersey, often overshadowed by its big-city neighbors, is a gem packed with diverse attractions, mouthwatering food, and unique vibes. Whether you’re a history buff, a nature lover, or a foodie, the…
Massachusetts man gets prison time in state’s first federal dogfighting conviction
HANSON, MA — A Massachusetts man was sentenced to one year and one day in prison Wednesday for his role in a dogfighting operation, marking the first federal dogfighting conviction in the…
Sandy Stone becomes first transgender woman inducted into National Women’s Hall of Fame
SENECA FALLS, N.Y. — Sandy Stone, a media theorist and pioneering transgender academic, has become the first transgender woman ever inducted into the National Women’s Hall of Fame, marking a historic milestone…
New Jersey Prepares for First Spring Thunderstorm of 2025 as Two Inches of Rain Expected
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey is bracing for its first spring thunderstorm of the year Monday night, with forecasters warning of heavy rainfall, patchy fog, and a significant shift in wind direction…
New Jersey bill exempts nursing mothers from jury service for first year after childbirth
TRENTON, N.J. — Nursing mothers with infants under one year old would be exempt from jury duty under a bill approved by the New Jersey Assembly Judiciary Committee on May 20. Senate…
Newark’s first black councilwoman, Democrat arrested for DUI after late-night crash damages four parked vehicles
NEWARK, DE — Newark City Councilwoman Dwendolyn “Wendy” Creecy was arrested late Friday night after allegedly driving under the influence and crashing into four parked cars along Madison Drive, according to Newark…
Armed suspects steal car after failed first try in Navy Yard
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Police are searching for two suspects involved in an armed carjacking Tuesday afternoon in the Navy Yard neighborhood, after they first attempted to take a vehicle from one person…
Bojangles Brings Southern Charm to Piscataway with Grand Opening of First New Jersey Location
Piscataway, NJ – The wait is almost over for New Jersey fried chicken enthusiasts as Bojangles, the iconic Southern fast-food chain, will open its doors next month. The new restaurant brings the…
Union County player wins $5.5 million Pick-6 jackpot on first day of spring
CLARK, NJ — A lucky Pick-6 player in Union County welcomed spring with a life-changing win, matching all six numbers in Thursday night’s drawing to claim a $5.5 million jackpot. The winning…
Murphy Rejects Unanimous Bi-Partisan Deepfake Bill, Citing First Amendment Concerns
TRENTON, N.J. — They say a blind squirrel can eventually find a nut. Today seems to be that day. Gov. Phil Murphy has conditionally vetoed a bipartisan bill aimed at criminalizing the…
Baltimore sees first population growth in a decade, aided by sanctuary policies, immigration
BALTIMORE, MD — Baltimore’s population has increased for the first time since 2014, according to new estimates released by the U.S. Census Bureau. The city’s population grew from 565,271 in 2023 to…
Trump Touts Wins in First Months of Second Presidency
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Trump administration released a list of policy initiatives and accomplishments from its seventh week in office, highlighting gains in border security, economic growth, trade policy, and national security.…
New Jersey Candidate for Governor Endorsed by America’s First Trans Congressperson
TRENTON, N.J. — A big announcement in the race for New Jersey governor in 2025 has come out for the Democrat. U.S. Rep. Sarah McBride of Delaware has endorsed Rep. Mikie Sherrill…