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Laurel police to increase patrols this weekend in response to recent safety concerns

July 17, 2025 by Phil Stilton
Laurel police to increase patrols this weekend in response to recent safety concerns - photo licensed by shore news network.

LAUREL, Md. — The Laurel Police Department announced a heightened law enforcement presence across the city this weekend following a series of recent incidents that … Read more

Rodrick Cuts Budget 9% – No Municipal Tax Increase

July 10, 2025July 10, 2025 by Phil Stilton
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On June 30th, Mayor Rodrick and the Toms River Township Council presented a budget for 2025 that has a 9% reduction in overall spending while … Read more

New Jersey State Police to Increase Patrols on Land and Sea Fourth of July Weekend

July 3, 2025 by Phil Stilton
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WEST TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey State Police will step up patrols across highways and waterways beginning Thursday evening as part of a statewide … Read more

JCP&L Suspends Summer Shut-Offs as New Jersey Electricity Rates Increase 20%

June 18, 2025 by Phil Stilton
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HOLMDEL, N.J. — A failed state energy plan has resulted in electricity rate increases as high as 20% in New Jersey, thanks to Governor Phil … Read more

Candidate for New Jersey Governor Calls for Huge Increase on Tolls and Beach Badge Fees at the Jersey Shore

June 10, 2025 by Phil Stilton
Candidate for new jersey governor calls for huge increase on tolls and beach badge fees at the jersey shore - photo licensed by shore news network.

TOMS RIVER, NJ – He was probably hoping this didn’t get out before election day, but one New Jersey candidate for governor has been caught … Read more

Manchester Residents Hit With Massive 8.17% Tax Increase Under New Mayor

June 9, 2025 by Phil Stilton
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MANCHESTER, N.J. — If you live in Manchester Township, the new 20% electricity increase isn’t your only new expense in 2025. Manchester just passed a … Read more

Amish Teens at the Jersey Shore for Rumspringa Adventures Leave Locals Intrigued

June 9, 2025 by Phil Stilton
Amish teens at the jersey shore for rumspringa adventures leave locals intrigued - photo licensed by shore news network.

The sandy beaches and bustling boardwalks of the Jersey Shore have long been a magnet for teens seeking summer thrills, but this spring, a surprising … Read more

Huge Cuts, No Tax Increase: Toms River Slashes $11 Million from Municipal Budget

May 30, 2025May 30, 2025 by Phil Stilton
Huge cuts, no tax increase: toms river slashes $11 million from municipal budget - photo licensed by shore news network.

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Mayor Dan Rodrick introduced a municipal budget on Wednesday that includes no increase in the municipal tax rate and cuts the … Read more

New Jersey on Notice as ICE Pomises Fast Increase in Migrant Arrests Targeting Sanctuary Cities

May 29, 2025 by Phil Stilton
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BROWNSVILLE, Texas — There’s bad news for criminal illegal aliens hiding in New Jersey sanctuary cities. ICE is coming for you. ICE Director Tom Homan, … Read more

Rockville police increase patrols near places of worship following D.C. killings

May 23, 2025 by Phil Stilton
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ROCKVILLE, Md. — The Rockville City Police Department has heightened patrols around synagogues, houses of worship, and community centers following a series of hate-motivated killings … Read more

New Jersey State Police increase road and water patrols for Memorial Day weekend travel

May 23, 2025 by Phil Stilton
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WEST TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey State Police have announced expanded traffic and marine patrols ahead of Memorial Day weekend, aiming to reduce crashes … Read more

Mikie Sherill credits $10 million net worth increase since taking office as being really lucky

May 23, 2025 by Phil Stilton
Mikie sherill credits $10 million net worth increase since taking office as being really lucky - photo licensed by shore news network.

MORRISTOWN, N.J. — Rep. Mikie Sherrill responded to questions this week regarding a reported $7 million increase in household stock assets since taking office, attributing … Read more

Deal Police increase security at synagogues following DC shooting

May 22, 2025 by Phil Stilton
Deal police increase security at synagogues following dc shooting - photo licensed by shore news network.

DEAL, N.J. — In response to the fatal shooting of two Israeli Embassy staff members outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C., the Deal … Read more

Phil Murphy unveils new idea as New Jersey facing 32% annual increase in electricity rates

May 14, 2025 by Phil Stilton
Phil murphy unveils new idea as new jersey facing 32% annual increase in electricity rates - photo licensed by shore news network.

TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey residents are not just facing a 20% electricity rate increase in June; they will have suffered a 32% annual increase between … Read more

An interview with Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick

April 21, 2025April 21, 2025 by Phil Stilton
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TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick announced that municipal property taxes will remain flat this year, crediting deep payroll cuts and a … Read more

Maryland Lawmakers Just Passed Largest Tax Increase in State History, GOP

April 1, 2025 by Phil Stilton
Maryland lawmakers just passed largest tax increase in state history, gop - photo licensed by shore news network.

Annapolis, MD – It’s not an April Fool’s joke. Maryland has just passed the largest tax increase in state history. In a move that has … Read more

Governor Murphy on Middletown 10% Tax Increase and School Closures: The Math Doesn’t Lie

March 30, 2025 by Phil Stilton
Governor murphy on middletown 10% tax increase and school closures: the math doesn't lie - photo licensed by shore news network.

Middletown, NJ, March 30, 2025 – Residents of Middletown, New Jersey, are confronting a proposed 10.1% school tax increase as the Middletown Township School District … Read more

Your New Jersey Energy Bill Could Increase Far More than 20% Under New Income Based Equity Rate Plan

March 26, 2025 by Phil Stilton
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Trenton, NJ – New Jersey residents may soon see their energy bills calculated in a whole new way, as the state’s Board of Public Utilities … Read more

Phil Murphy Just Dropped a $51 Million Tax Increase on Cigarettes, Tobacco, and Vapes

March 24, 2025 by Phil Stilton
Phil murphy just dropped a $51 million tax increase on cigarettes, tobacco, and vapes - photo licensed by shore news network.

TRENTON, NJ — Smokers and vapers in New Jersey would pay more under Governor Phil Murphy’s proposed budget, which includes significant increases to tobacco and … Read more

New Jersey’s New 20% Energy Increase Driven by Phil Murphy’s ‘Equity’ Agenda, GOP Lawmaker Says

March 19, 2025 by Phil Stilton
Salem nuclear power plant at delaware bay, nj

TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey Senate Republican Leader Anthony M. Bucco (R-25) is warning residents that a proposal under consideration by the New Jersey Board … Read more

Feds Put New York City, D.C. On Notice After Increase in Violent Antisemitism

March 16, 2025 by Phil Stilton
Feds put new york city, d. C. On notice after increase in violent antisemitism - photo licensed by shore news network.

NEW YORK – The Federal Task Force to Combat Antisemitism has requested meetings with local leaders in New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago, and Boston … Read more

Governor Moore’s Education Plan Comes With Huge Tax Increase, Unsustainable GOP Says

March 1, 2025 by Phil Stilton
Governor moore's education plan comes with huge tax increase, unsustainable gop says - photo licensed by shore news network.

ANNAPOLIS, MD — Maryland House Republicans raised concerns over Governor Wes Moore’s Excellence in Maryland Public Schools Act, arguing that the proposed education funding plan … Read more

Fisheries commission reverses course on proposed lobster catch size increase

February 4, 2025 by Phil Stilton
Fisheries commission reverses course on proposed lobster catch size increase - photo licensed by shore news network.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC) has repealed key elements of a proposed rule that would have increased the minimum allowable … Read more

New York Congresswoman Ocasio-Cortez Upset Over Possible Increase in Coffee Price, Remained Relatively Silent During Bidenflation

January 27, 2025 by Phil Stilton
New york congresswoman ocasio-cortez upset over possible increase in coffee price, remained relatively silent during bidenflation - photo licensed by shore news network.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) has voiced her frustration over former President Donald Trump’s recent proposal to impose a 50% tariff on Colombian … Read more

New Jersey Drivers Facing Higher Tolls and a Gas Tax Increase in 2025

January 3, 2025 by Phil Stilton
New jersey drivers facing higher tolls and a gas tax increase in 2025 - photo licensed by shore news network.

TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey drivers are starting 2025 with increased costs as gas taxes and highway tolls rise, adding to the expense of daily … Read more

Phil Murphy Seeks Federal Assistance To Quell Online Rumors and Conspiracy as Drone Sightings Increase

December 13, 2024 by Phil Stilton
Phil murphy seeks federal assistance to quell online rumors and conspiracy as drone sightings increase - photo licensed by shore news network.

TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy is urging the Biden administration to dedicate more federal resources to investigating a series of unexplained drone … Read more

Monmouth County cops note increase in mysterious drone sightings

December 8, 2024 by Phil Stilton
Monmouth county cops note increase in mysterious drone sightings - photo licensed by shore news network.

FREEHOLD, N.J. — Law enforcement officials in Monmouth County have confirmed receiving numerous reports of drone sightings in various municipalities this week, mirroring similar trends … Read more

New Jersey Gas Tax to Increase in 2025 and This Time, Shore Republicans Are on Board

December 2, 2024 by Phil Stilton
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TRENTON, N.J. — You can’t just blame Democrats and New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy when the price of gas increases in the new year. That’s … Read more

Cold weather leads to increase in sea turtle strandings along New Jersey shores

November 27, 2024 by Phil Stilton
Cold weather leads to increase in sea turtle strandings along new jersey shores - photo licensed by shore news network.

BRIGANTINE, N.J. — As temperatures drop and water conditions cool, New Jersey’s Marine Mammal Stranding Center (MMSC) is warning residents about an increase in sea … Read more

California Voters Reject Record-High Minimum Wage Increase

November 21, 2024 by The Daily Caller
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California voters rejected a ballot measure that would have raised the minimum wage to the highest in the country. Proposition 32 was rejected by a … Read more

Stamford police warn of increase in stolen Honda CRVs resold with fake VINs

November 2, 2024 by Phil Stilton
Stamford police warn of increase in stolen honda crvs resold with fake vins - photo licensed by shore news network.

STAMFORD, Conn. — The Stamford Police Department is alerting residents to a surge in stolen vehicle activity, specifically involving Honda CRVs, as criminals increasingly target … Read more

Halloween Candy 20% Cost Increase Forcing Many in New Jersey to Scale Back Treats

October 31, 2024 by Phil Stilton
Halloween candy 20% cost increase forcing many in new jersey to scale back treats - photo licensed by shore news network.

TRENTON, NJ – There’s no treat in the ongoing federal inflation trick. New Jersey families cut back their Halloween candy spending significantly this year. This … Read more

Deal Police increase patrols around synagogues for Rosh Hashanah, High Holy Days

October 2, 2024 by Phil Stilton
Deal police increase patrols around synagogues for rosh hashanah, high holy days - photo licensed by shore news network.

DEAL, N.J. — The Deal Police Department has heightened patrols around synagogues and houses of worship during Rosh Hashanah and the High Holy Days as … Read more

Woodbury Police Issue Crime Warning Following Increase in Daytime Burglaries

August 8, 2024 by Phil Stilton
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WOODBURY, NJ — The Woodbury City Police Department has issued a crime alert in response to a recent spike in daytime residential burglaries in the … Read more

Toms River’s Budget Sees 0% Tax Increase in 2024

July 28, 2024 by Phil Stilton
Toms river township municipal building - google maps.

Toms River Mayor Announces 0% Tax Increase Despite Financial Challenges TOMS RIVER, NJ – Mayor Dan Rodrick announced a 0% tax increase for 2024, despite … Read more

State Threatens Toms River School Officials After 9% Tax Increase Falls $12 Million Short

July 27, 2024 by Phil Stilton
State threatens toms river school officials after 9% tax increase falls $12 million short - photo licensed by shore news network.

The Administration of Governor Phil Murphy Threatens to Remove Superindendent if Boad Does Not Raise Taxes Even Higher, or Sell Buildings TOMS RIVER, NJ — … Read more

Police Warn Maryland Residents of Increase in Jugging

July 17, 2024 by Phil Stilton
Police warn maryland residents of increase in jugging - photo licensed by shore news network.

Rising Crime: Jugging Hits Maryland Annapolis, MD – A new trend in theft known as “jugging” is gaining traction in Maryland. Jugging involves a perpetrator … Read more

Spotify Announces Rate Increase for Premium Subscription

June 27, 2024 by Phil Stilton
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Spotify, the popular music streaming service, has announced an upcoming price hike for its Premium Family subscription. Starting in July, the monthly rate will increase … Read more

Police Warn of Increase in Telephone Scams

June 19, 2024 by Phil Stilton
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CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE, NJ – The Cape May County Prosecutor’s Office, led by Prosecutor Jeffrey H. Sutherland and Sheriff Robert Nolan, is warning the … Read more

Clifton Police Report Increase in Nighttime Residential Burglaries

June 14, 2024 by Phil Stilton
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CLIFTON, NJ – The Clifton Police Department is alerting residents to a recent surge in nighttime residential burglaries, including a significant incident in the Montclair … Read more

Stafford Police Report Increase in Package Thefts

May 30, 2024 by Phil Stilton
Stafford police report increase in package thefts - photo licensed by shore news network.

STAFFORD, VA—Stafford County witnessed multiple thefts on Monday, involving high-value electronics taken under alarming circumstances. The first incident occurred at 3:27 PM on Lotus Lane, … Read more

Biden Says Food Prices Down 0.2% in Past Year, Touting Success After 25% Increase

May 30, 2024 by Phil Stilton
Biden says food prices down 0. 2% in past year, touting success after 25% increase - photo licensed by shore news network.

Amid ongoing debates over inflation and rising living costs, Jared Bernstein, Chair of the U.S. Council of Economic Advisers, defended the administration’s economic strategies during … Read more

Hill Agreement with Federal Government Leads to Increase in Home Synagogue Applications

May 24, 2024 by Phil Stilton
Hill agreement with federal government leads to increase in home synagogue applications - photo licensed by shore news network.

TOMS RIVER, NJ (update)—A deal signed between Toms River Township and the federal government under the previous administration is leading to more applications to convert … Read more

Mo Hill Synagogue Deal With Feds Leads to Increase In Toms River Applications

May 23, 2024 by Traffic Reporter
Mo hill synagogue deal with feds leads to increase in toms river applications - photo licensed by shore news network.

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Toms River is seeing an increase in applications for synagogues in private residences and small land parcels after a major land … Read more

Toms River Announces No Tax Increase in 2024 Municipal Budget Amid Inflation, Rising Costs

May 21, 2024May 21, 2024 by Phil Stilton
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TOMS RIVER, NJ (UPDATE) – The Toms River Township Council has voted on the first reading to move the 2024 township municipal budget on first … Read more

Toms River Mayor Announces 2024 Budget with 0% Tax Increase Amid Rising Costs and Inflation

May 18, 2024 by Phil Stilton
Toms river township municipal building - google maps.

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Facing across-the-board salary increases, double-digit increases in healthcare costs, global inflation, and the end of the American Rescue Plan’s federal funding, … Read more

Security Measures to Increase at Dover High School Following Threat

May 5, 2024 by Phil Stilton
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DOVER, DE – An investigation into a recent threat against Dover High School has led to increased security measures. The Dover Police Department reported that … Read more

Increase in Vehicle Thefts and Fraudulent Banking Activity Reported in Roanoke County

May 4, 2024 by Chris Quigley
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Roanoke County, Virginia—The Roanoke County Police Department and other law enforcement agencies are noticing a rise in vehicle thefts and fraudulent banking practices in the … Read more

Lawmaker Opposes Proposed New Jersey Sales Tax Increase

April 25, 2024 by Traffic Reporter
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Assembly Republican Leader John DiMaio staunchly opposes the proposal to increase the sales tax to address NJ Transit’s budget deficit. Lobbyists suggested raising the tax … Read more

Feds Increase Boater Exclusionary Zone Around Maryland Natural Gas Terminal

April 15, 2024 by Government News
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BALTIMORE, MD – The U.S. Coast Guard, in cooperation with federal, state, and local agencies, has announced the establishment of a ‘Safety and Security Zone’ … Read more

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