Jackson Township interviewing council candidates as state mandate nears
JACKSON, NJ – Last month, the Jackson Township Council was hit hard by the loss of one of their own, Councilman Scott Sargent, who passed …
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Jackson Girl Scout Receives Honor After Helping Police Department with New K9 Unit
JACKSON, N.J. — A Jackson teen who has dedicated nearly a decade to public safety education and K-9 advocacy will receive the Girl Scouts of …
Jackson to host free document shredding event on June 7 for Ocean County residents
JACKSON, N.J. — Ocean County residents will have the opportunity to safely dispose of personal documents in Jackson Township on Saturday, June 7, as part …
Jackson Township begins bulk pickup for Zone 3 as DPW outlines curbside rules
JACKSON, N.J. — The Department of Public Works has started bulky waste pickup this week in Zone 3 of Jackson Township, covering the northeast section …
Teen injured in hit and run crash in Jackson Township, Police Find Drug Paraphernalia
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A 47-year-old Spring Lake man was arrested Tuesday after allegedly fleeing the scene of a motor vehicle crash that seriously injured …
Jackson summer concert series kicks off with with The Remedy Band at Johnson Park Thursday night
Jackson Township’s summer concert series opens Thursday night with a live performance by The Remedy Band, marking the first event in the Jackson Recreation Summer …
Kelly details Ocean County plan for new five-lane highway expansion connecting Toms River, Lakewood and Jackson
LAKEWOOD, N.J. — Ocean County officials unveiled details Monday about a major infrastructure project that will transform Cross Street into a five-lane thoroughfare, creating a …
Jackson Township seeks applicants to fill vacant council seat
JACKSON, NJ — Jackson Township is inviting eligible residents to apply for a vacant seat on the Township Council, according to an official notice issued …
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 …
No Early Release for Man Found Guilty in Deadly Stabbing of Man in Jackson Township
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A Laurence Harbor man has been sentenced to 20 years in state prison for the 2022 stabbing death of a Jackson …
Jackson Township killer to remain jailed on murder charge in Toms River shooting
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A Jackson Township man charged in the fatal shooting of a Brick Township resident earlier this month will remain in custody …
Firefighters use airbag tool to free dog stuck under shed in Jackson
JACKSON, N.J. — Firefighters from Jackson Fire District No. 3 successfully rescued a dog trapped under a shed on Wednesday without injury to the animal …
Police raid at Jackson home uncovers million dollar drug stash and gun, five arrested
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A court-authorized search at a residence on E. Veterans Highway led to a major narcotics bust earlier this month, resulting in …
Ocean County Commissioners announce new five-lane highway connecting Jackson, Lakewood, and Toms River
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Ocean County Board of Commissioners has launched a major infrastructure project to widen Cross Street into a five-lane corridor, creating …
Jackson Township: Public Notices: Ordinances Adopted
TOWNSHIP OF JACKSON ORDINANCE 2025-14 Ordinance 2025-14: Amending Chapter 3-101.1 Entitled “Director of Public Safety” NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the aforementioned ordinance was adopted …
Jackson Memorial’s Kaelyn Dunbar sets goalie save record on historic senior night
JACKSON, N.J. — In the final girls lacrosse home game in Jackson Memorial High School history, senior goalkeeper Kaelyn Dunbar etched her name into the …
Jackson Memorial’s Kaelyn Dunbar sets goalie save record on historic senior night
In the final girls lacrosse home game in Jackson Memorial High School history, senior goalkeeper Kaelyn Dunbar etched her name into the record books by …
Jackson Township Council Thanks Community for Outpouring of Support on Memorial Day
Hundreds of Jackson residents lined up on Manhattan Street to honor our nation’s military veterans and those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for American freedom. …
Coco’s sweet gaze and soft nature steal the show in Jackson
JACKSON, NJ — A gentle, soulful-eyed pup named Coco is now available for adoption at the Northern Ocean County Animal Facility, where staff say she’s …
Flags Lowered After Jackson Township Councilman, Navy Veteran Scott Sargent Passes Away at 61
Flags at all Jackson Township buildings will fly half-staff this week in memory of Councilman Scott Sargent, who passed away on Friday. Councilman Sargent has …
Third victim dead in fiery Jackson car crash to avoid deer in the road
JACKSON, N.J. — A third person has died following a fiery crash early Friday on North Hope Chapel Road after a vehicle struck a deer …
Jackson Township mourns loss of beloved community leader
Jackson Township is mourning the loss of one of our township council members The Jackson Township Council is saddened to report the passing Councilman Scott …
Two identified in deadly Jackson Township crash that left vehicle in flames
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. – Authorities have identified the two victims killed in a fiery early morning crash Friday near the Lakewood border as Dovid Yitzchok …
Lakehurst woman charged after fatal accident kills infant son in Jackson Township
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A 30-year-old Lakehurst woman has been charged in connection with the death of her 10-month-old son following a car accident on …
Serious crash shuts down Hope Chapel Road near Jackson and Lakewood border
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – A small SUV crashed into a tree early Friday morning on North Hope Chapel Road near the border of Jackson and …
Jackson groups collect 173 bags of litter in Clean Communities grant cleanup
Community volunteers joined the township Department of Public Works in this year’s Clean Communities Grant program earlier this month. Groups spent the day cleaning roadways …
Public Notice: Jackson Amends Land Use Regulations
ORDINANCE NO. 2025-15 AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF JACKSON, COUNTY OF OCEAN, STATE OF NEW JERSEY, AMENDING AND SUPPLEMENTING CHAPTER 244 OF THE TOWNSHIP …
Public Notice: Jackson Amends Code for Public Safety Director
ORDINANCE NO. 2025-14 ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF JACKSON, COUNTY OF OCEAN, STATE OF NEW JERSEY, AMENDING CHAPTER 3-101.1 ENTITLED “DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC SAFETY” BE …
Jackson prepares for annual Memorial Day parade and ceremony on May 26
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. – The Jackson Township community is invited to attend the annual Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 26, 2025, beginning at 10:00 …
Jackson Police honor fallen officers at Ocean County memorial ceremony
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. – Members of the Jackson Township Police Department joined law enforcement agencies across Ocean County on Friday to honor fallen officers during …
Unlicensed driver charged for death of 10-month-old in Jackson
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A Lakehurst woman has been charged with causing death while driving without a valid license following a crash that killed her …
Jackson Township Public Notice: Adoption of Ordinances
Jackson Township has officially adopted two ordinances, passed by the township council: TOWNSHIP OF JACKSON ORDINANCE 2025-12 Ordinance 2025-12, ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF JACKSON, …
Public Notice: Jackson Amends Land Use Requirement for Pinelands
ORDINANCE NO. 2025-16 AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF JACKSON, COUNTY OF OCEAN, STATE OF NEW JERSEY, AMENDING AND SUPPLEMENTING CHAPTER 244 OF THE TOWNSHIP …
Jackson council meeting rescheduled due to election day
TOWNSHIP OF JACKSON COUNTY OF OCEAN NOTICE OF RESCHEDULED MEETINGS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the meetings of the Jackson Township Council originally scheduled for …
Diamond Dance Academy named Jackson business spotlight for May
JACKSON, NJ — Diamond Dance Academy has been selected as Jackson Township’s Small Business Highlight for the month of May, Councilman Giuseppe Palmeri announced this …
Jackson hires deputy clerk to help with OPRA backlog
JACKSON, NJ – Jackson Township, like many towns across New Jersey, is being inundated with hundreds of requests for documents filed under the state’s Open …
Jackson Township to approve multiple roadway safety projects
The Jackson Township, in its effort to focus on traffic and pedestrian safety improvements along busy roads, is making good on its promise to make …
Jackson Heights man stabbed repeatedly, in critical condition
QUEENS, N.Y. — A 32-year-old man was fatally stabbed Saturday night in Jackson Heights, prompting a homicide investigation by the NYPD, officials said. At approximately …
Jackson Food Pantry in need of new home, facing June 1st eviction
Jackson Township, NJ – Mayor Michael Reina has informed the Jackson Woman of Today’s food pantry which is operating temporarily out of the Jackson Senior …
Jackson Township man charged with murder after Toms River stabbings, killing Brick man
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A Jackson Township man has been charged with murder and several related offenses following a double stabbing Friday morning that left …
Jackson police officer retires after 25 years of service and community dedication
JACKSON, NJ — Police Officer Jody Benecke #261 officially retired from the Jackson Township Police Department on May 1 after 25 years in law enforcement, …
Bomb threat forces full evacuation of Jackson Premium Outlets
JACKSON, NJ — Shoppers and staff were forced to evacuate the Jackson Premium Outlets on Thursday after police received a report of a possible explosive …
Jackson Memorial bowling program wins another state title
JACKSON, N.J. — The Jackson Memorial High School girls bowling team clinched the Shore Conference title this year, capping off a season of precision and …
Jackson approves $438K plan to turn historic Rova Farms into community park
JACKSON, N.J. – Jackson Township is officially moving forward with plans to redevelop the long-dormant Rova Farms property into a public community park, after the …
Killer in Jackson shooting case sentenced to prison
A Freehold Borough man has been sentenced to five years in New Jersey State Prison following a 2024 shooting in Jackson Township that left a …
Ordinance for Jackson Township – Establishing Payment Methods
TOWNSHIP OF JACKSON ORDINANCE 2025-10 Ordinance 2025-10, Amending Chapter 3, Administrative Code, Of the Township of Jackson, County of Ocean, State Of New Jersey, To …
It has been over 100 years since a Jackson resident served on Ocean County Board of Commissioners
JACKSON, NJ — For over 100 years, the tradition will continue. Jackson Township will not have a representative on the Ocean County Board of Commissioners, …
Lady Jags secure field time at Justice Complex, continue push for equal access in Jackson
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — After weeks of uncertainty, the Lady Jags softball team has secured field access at the Justice Complex, marking a significant step …
Brush fire erupts near Route 195 in Jackson Township
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A brush fire broke out moments ago, on Wednesday in the area of Route 195 in Jackson Township, prompting a coordinated …
Public Notice: Jackson Township – Changes to Township Code
ORDINANCE NO. 2025 –11AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF JACKSON, COUNTY OF OCEAN,STATE OF NEW JERSEY, AMENDING AND SUPPLEMENTING CHAPTER 3OF THE TOWNSHIP CODE OF …