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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…
New Jersey wants to rename Delaware Bay to Bay of New Jersey
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey lawmakers are proposing to rename the Delaware Bay to the “Bay of New Jersey,” asserting state pride over a waterway that borders both New Jersey and Delaware…
Jonas Brothers, Martin Brodeur among 2025 New Jersey Hall of Fame inductees
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — The New Jersey Hall of Fame has announced its 2025 class of inductees, nearly one year after opening its permanent location at American Dream. This year’s group includes…
NJ Transit Train Catches Fire Forcing Commuters to Seek Alternative Transportation on Wednesday Commute
SPRING LAKE, N.J. — A small fire in the engine compartment of a southbound NJ Transit train caused delays Wednesday night on the North Jersey Coast Line, according to transit officials. The…
Demolition begins at New Jersey’s Lucy the Elephant Historic Tourist Site
MARGATE, N.J. — A major accessibility upgrade is underway at Lucy the Elephant, the iconic six-story roadside attraction in Margate. On Wednesday, crews began demolishing the 50-year-old gift shop to make way…
Middlesex County woman pleads guilty to $194K COVID-19 relief fraud scheme
TRENTON, N.J. — A Perth Amboy woman admitted to fraudulently obtaining more than $190,000 in federal COVID-19 relief funds, including loans and unemployment benefits, by submitting false applications, U.S. Attorney Alina Habba…
Sore Loser Bill Spadea Refuses to Congratulate Jack Ciattarelli on New Jersey GOP Primary Victory
Trenton, NJ – Former radio host Bill Spadea has not conceded defeat or offered congratulations to Jack Ciattarelli, who won the New Jersey Republican gubernatorial primary on June 10. Ciattarelli, a former…
Ocean County Commissioner Pushing Homeless Shelter at Library Doesn’t Want Them In His Own Town
MANCHESTER, NJ – Former Manchester Township Mayor and current Ocean County Commissioner Robert Arace today confirmed what Commissioner Frank Sadeghi said yesterday. Despite swirling rumers, Arace told residents in his hometown that…
Drug Overdose Reported at Makeshift Ocean County Parking Garage Homeless Encampment
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Police responded to an overdose Tuesday evening at the top level of the Toms River municipal parking garage, where a growing homeless encampment has taken shape in recent…
Seaside Park to host July movie nights at J Street Marina Lawn
SEASIDE PARK, N.J. — The Seaside Park Police Department announced Wednesday that officers will be on hand to assist with traffic and public safety during the town’s upcoming Drive-In Movie Night series…
Governor Urges New Jersey to Set Thermostats to 78 and Close Your Blinds as Heat Wave Stresses Power Grid
TRENTON, N.J. — Amid a prolonged heat wave across New Jersey, Governor Phil Murphy on Wednesday urged residents to take steps to reduce electricity usage as the state’s power grid faces increased…
Lawmaker Who Voted to Ban Plastic Bags Arrested for Shoplifting, Because They Had No Bags
BETHEL, CT — A Democratic state representative who voted in favor of banning single-use plastic bags in 2019 was arrested Monday evening for allegedly failing to scan items at a Target self-checkout.…
New Jersey CPA pleads guilty in federal tax shelter fraud scheme
PARAMUS, N.J. — A certified public accountant from Paramus pleaded guilty Monday to conspiring to defraud the United States by promoting fraudulent tax shelters that allowed wealthy clients to claim inflated deductions.…
Truck fire blocks lanes on New Jersey Turnpike near George Washington Bridge
ENGLEWOOD, N.J. — A truck fire on the northbound local lanes of the New Jersey Turnpike/I-95 disrupted traffic Wednesday morning just south of Exit 72, near the George Washington Bridge. According to…
Vehicle fire causes temporary ramp closure on Garden State Parkway in Cranford
CRANFORD, N.J. — A vehicle fire on the Garden State Parkway northbound near Exit 137 (Route 28, Cranford Township) temporarily shut down the Exit 139 northbound entrance ramp Wednesday morning. According to…
Major New Jersey Highway Buckles Under Extreme Heat Causing Traffic Delays
OAKLAND, N.J. — The NJ DEP has issued a traffic advisory warning drivers of significant delays on I-287 Southbound due to roadway buckling caused by extreme heat. The New Jersey Department of…
Migrant with ICE Detainer Assaults Ocean County Jail Guards with Bodily Fluids
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A woman booked into Ocean County Jail this week is facing multiple criminal charges, including aggravated assault on a law enforcement officer and throwing bodily fluids at a…
Shore area man sentenced for drug manufacturing facility in Egg Harbor Township
MAYS LANDING, N.J. — A 32-year-old man from Egg Harbor Township was sentenced Monday to 15 years in New Jersey State Prison following his guilty plea to multiple weapons and drug charges…
SETS Hybrid Training opens new fitness center in Brick after success in Jackson and Toms River
BRICK, N.J. — A new SETS Hybrid Training location officially opened its doors in Brick over the weekend, following successful launches in Jackson and Toms River. Local officials, including Mayor Lisa Crate…
Heat wave expected to snap as storms bring cooler, wetter weekend to New Jersey
MOUNT HOLLY, N.J. — A days-long heat wave gripping parts of New Jersey is expected to break late Wednesday as a series of storms brings cooler temperatures and increased chances of rain…
Brick Cops Chicken Out at Local Community Event
BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Officers from the Brick Township Police Department participated in a community engagement event Tuesday at Chick-fil-A, where they connected with residents during the “Chicken with a Cop” gathering.…
Sugar rush coming to Freehold as new dessert shop sets to open
FREEHOLD, N.J. — A new dessert destination is getting ready to open its doors in Freehold. Desserts Unlimited, set to launch at 339 West Main Street (Route 537) in Colonial Plaza, will…
Israel and Iran ‘don’t know what the f— they’re doing’ President declares
BEDMINSTER, N.J. — President Donald Trump leveled criticism at both Israel and Iran following renewed violence that violated a ceasefire agreement, expressing frustration with actions by both nations and casting doubt on…
Toms River extends Snug Harbor Pool hours to 7 p.m. during heat wave
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — As high temperatures grip the region, Toms River officials have extended operating hours at the Municipal Pool at Snug Harbor through Wednesday. Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick today…
Over 150 Fall Ill, 16 Hospitalized at Mass Casualty Incident During New Jersey High School Graduation
PATERSON, NJ — A sweltering heat wave turned what should have been a joyous celebration for Paterson’s graduating seniors into a medical emergency on Monday, June 23, as soaring temperatures at Hinchliffe…
Brick Republican Leaders Must Return Ill-Gotten Consulting Fees – OP-ED
The recent revelations about financial misconduct within the Brick Republican Club have shaken the trust of our community. Reports indicate that Marc Vasquez, a club leader, paid himself nearly $20,000 in consulting…
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