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Manahawkin man charged for vehicular homicide
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced that on February 1, 2021, Michael Pillarella, 26, of Manahawkin, was arrested and charged with two counts of Aggravated Assault in…
Former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie’s Trump Attacks Could Be Prelude to Harris Endorsement
TRENTON, NJ – The political rumor mill is very active in New Jersey, but one rumor spreading this week has some legs to walk on. The rumor is that former Governor Chris…
High Profile Animal Cruelty Cases Giving Brick Township a Bad Reputation for Animal Welfare
BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Brick Township has gained an unfortunate reputation as a hub for animal cruelty along the Jersey Shore, with two major cases highlighting extreme animal hoarding and neglect in…
Fugitive Wanted for Deadly NJ Transit Shooting Captured After Hiding Out in the Poconos
FREEHOLD, N.J. — A fugitive sought in connection with a deadly shooting at the NJ TRANSIT station in Long Branch last week has been arrested in Pennsylvania, authorities said on Friday. Damian…
Recreation Director Facing Serious Charges After Pocketing Cash for Field Access
BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — He was once named employee of the month in Brick Township, now he’s facing charges for shaking down local sports teams for cash. The Director of Recreation for…
Hail Satan: Moment of Prayer Shocks Ocean County Town Hall Meeting
PLUMSTED, NJ – The Satanic Temple of New Jersey has taken up roots in this remote part of Ocean County, nestled at the edge of the New Jersey Pine Barrens, home of…
Toms River to Decide Future of Canceled Downtown Twin Towers Site
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Mayor Dan Rodrick has canceled plans for a ten-story apartment complex in downtown Toms River, ending a years-long controversy over the proposed development. The project, to be built…
Report Claims 8% of People Living in New Jersey Are Undocumented
TRENTON, N.J. — A report from Assemblyman Paul Kanitra estimates that illegal immigration costs New Jersey residents at least $7.3 billion annually. Kanitra’s office found that approximately 892,000 undocumented immigrants reside in…
Workers at New Jersey Recycling Facility Find Man’s Body on Conveyor Belt
FARMINGDALE, N.J. — A man’s body was discovered on a conveyor belt at a recycling facility in Farmingdale on Wednesday, according to New Jersey State Police. The body was found at the…
New Jersey Lawmakers criticize NJDEP’s proposed new climate change regulations
TRENTON, N.J. — A group of Republican lawmakers has expressed strong opposition to new environmental regulations proposed by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP), warning the measures could damage shore…
Locals-Only Summer Kicks Off at the Jersey Shore
If you think summer ends with Labor Day at the Jersey Shore, think again. Starting Tuesday, the real summer fun begins—at least for the locals. As the crowds pack up their beach…
Lakewood Bloc Vote Founder Passes Away After Longtime Illness
LAKEWOOD, NJ – Lakewood has lost a major figure this week with the passing of Rabbi Israel Schenkolewski, a key force in Ocean County politics. Schenkolewski, who passed away at 80 after…
Ocean County Man Leads Police on Wild Chase After Reported Abduction
MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ – A man from South Toms River found himself in serious trouble after a high-stakes police chase that began with what looked like a potential kidnapping at a Wawa.…
Jackson School District Launches Paid After-School Buses, But Some Kids Don’t Have to Pay
JACKSON, NJ – The Jackson Township school board, an independent entity from the township’s municipal government, has announced it will be offering after-school late bussing in 2024, but it will cost you.…
Biden Calls for Nationwide Semi-Automatic ‘Assault Rifle’ Ban
President Joe Biden is not holding back on his call for stricter gun control, and he’s hitting some serious notes on what he believes the country needs immediately: a nationwide assault weapons…
Phil Murphy Enters Tri-State Pizza Battle, Dissing Connecticut’s Apizza Hard
The pizza wars are heating up! New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy and Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont are sparring on Twitter about which state has the superior slice, but let’s be real—can either…
Brick Township to Hold 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony at Windward Beach Park
BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. – The Township of Brick will host its annual 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony on Wednesday, September 11 at the Angel in Anguish Monument at Windward Beach Park. The event, set…
Advocacy Groups Spring into Action After New Jersey Courts Deny Undocumented Worker’s Wage Claim
ELIZABETH, N.J. – A coalition of immigrant rights, labor, and legal aid organizations filed a friend-of-the-court brief on Tuesday, urging the New Jersey Supreme Court to overturn a recent Appellate Division decision…
Government Records Council Launches New Online OPRA Request Form Portal
TRENTON, N.J. – The Government Records Council (GRC) has introduced a new online portal for the Open Public Records Act (OPRA) request form, the agency announced on Wednesday. The portal, now available…
Brick Township to Hold 4th Annual Town-Wide Yard Sale This Sunday
BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. – Brick Township’s 4th Annual Town-Wide Yard Sale has been rescheduled to Sunday, September 8, due to weather concerns. More than 350 homes throughout the township are participating in…
American Water Raises Rates for New Jersey Customers
CAMDEN, N.J. – The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (BPU) has approved new water and wastewater rates for New Jersey American Water, following a settlement with the N.J. Division of Rate…
Governor Murphy Unveils New Solar Energy Website to Aid Municipalities and Developers
TRENTON, N.J. – Governor Phil Murphy on Wednesday announced the launch of a new website aimed at helping municipalities and developers navigate solar energy projects on landfills and other unusable land. The…
New Jersey joins fight against Illinois County gun ban
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell led a coalition of 19 states in filing an amicus brief on Wednesday in support…
Tim Walz’s Estranged Brother Unleashes About Sibling’s Radical Left-Wing Views
Whoa, talk about family drama hitting the political stage! Imagine your brother being the governor of a state, and instead of playing it cool, you’re out there making Facebook posts that set…
Asbury Park man charged with attempted murder in stabbing attack
FREEHOLD, N.J. — An Asbury Park man has been charged with attempted murder after a stabbing incident on Labor Day, the Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office announced Wednesday. Police responded to a call…
New Jersey’s offshore wind future on unstable ground after latest delay request
New Jersey’s latest clean-energy endeavor, an offshore wind farm off Long Beach Island led by Leading Light Wind, has hit a significant roadblock. The ambitious project, which aims to help the state…
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