Remembering New Jersey’s Underground Rock Mecca, City Gardens
In the annals of American music and cultural history, City Gardens in Trenton, New Jersey, holds a unique and enduring place. From its humble beginnings as a simple club in the late…
Woman with bright political future in New Jersey found dead, shot inside car
SAYREVILLE, NJ – An entire community and state leadership officials are mourning the passing of a rising star in New Jersey politics. An elected councilwoman from Sayreville, New Jersey, was found dead…
CDC warns eyedrops sold by Lakewood company could cause blindness or death
Eyedrops being sold by New Jersey based Global Pharma Healthcare Private Limited have been found to be contmaniated with a bacteria that could cause blindness, or worse, death. The eyedrops marketing as EzriCare…
15-year-old girl from Pleasantville last seen at school bus stop
PLEASANTVILLE, NJ – Police said a 15-year-old girl who was last seen leaving her home to go to her bus stop Friday morning has gone missing. According to the Pleasantville Police Department,…
Stray dog found in cold by Monroe police
MONROE TWP, NJ – Police in Monroe have announced they located a dog running through the area of South Shore Drive. The white dog, a lab mix was found Friday night. “This…
Governor Signs Oroho Bill Allowing Special Events on Preserved Farmland
Bipartisan legislation sponsored by Sen. Steven Oroho that would authorize special social events on preserved farmland was signed into law today by Gov. Murphy.…
Senate Clears Schepisi Bill that Would Increase the Safety of Drinking Water
The New Jersey Senate approved legislation yesterday sponsored by Sen. Holly Schepisi that would help municipally-owned water companies comply with new DEP regulations.…
16-year-old victim identified in Midland Park house fire
MIDLAND PARK, NJ – Police announced that a 16-year-old male died inside a home during a fire Thursday night. Police and firefighters responded to the fire on Franklin Avenue at around 6:32…
Officials hash out plans for New Jersey’s 12th District leadership future
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – New Jersey State Senator Sam Thompson is 87 years old, but he’s not ready to quit serving the 12th New Jersey legislative district despite having a Republican primary…
Two teens charged for shooting of juvenile in Bridgeton
BRIDGETON, NJ – Detectives investigating a January 29 shooting death of a 17-year-old male victim have arrested two more suspects in the case. Two unidentified 17-year-olds have been charged with conspiracy to…
Willie Randolph visits Somerset to celebrate Patriots championship season
SOMERSET, NJ – Legendary New York Yankees second baseman Willie Randolph was in Somerset to celebrate the Somerset Patriot’s 2022 championship season. An affiliate of the New York Yankees, a double-a team…
Montville High School intruder identified
MONTVILLE, NJ – A Bloomfield man was arrested and charged today for trespassing at Montville High School on Thursday. An alleged intruder was arrested at Montville High School on Thursday by police.…
Somers Point police warn of increase in burglaries
SOMERS POINT, NJ – Police in Somers Point are warning residents to take extra precaution to protect their home, vehicle and outdoor structures from burglars operating in the area. “The Somers Point…
Man shot and killed in broad daylight in Asbury Park
ASBURY PARK, NJ – A male victim was shot and killed in broad daylight on Tuesday in the area of Ridge and Springfield Avenues in Asbury Park. Police are continuing the investigation…
15-year-old leads New Jersey cops in vehicle pursuit before crashing
Clifton police reported that CLIFTON, NJ – A 15-year-old with a previous arrest for leading police in a pursuit in Paterson was at it again this week, this time in Clifton. On…
North Jersey investment advisor stole over $600k to fund gambling habit, feds say
ELIZABETH, NJ – An Elizabeth man who misappropriated over $600,000 from clients in order to fulfill his gambling habit and personal needs has pleaded guilty in federal court. Mario E. Rivero Jr.,…
New Jersey law will protect EZ Pass customers from bogus and harassing violations and fines
It has happened to all of us. You’re an EZ Pass customer, but you get a citation in the mail saying you didn’t pay for an EZ pass toll. That ends up…
94-year-old driver killed in crash at Garden State Parkway toll plaza
BARNEGAT TWP, NJ – A 94-year-old man was killed while driving his vehicle into a toll plaza on the Garden State Parkway on Thursday. The New Jersey State Police reported that Mario…
New Jersey Governor vetos bill that seeks to help veterans with insurmountable legal troubles
TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy today vetoed a bill that could have helped many military veterans and active duty servicemembers navigate their way through complex legal problems. Bill 1388…
Autism designation on NJ Driver’s Licenses passes Senate in unanimous vote
Driver’s licenses in New Jersey often have additional designations such as those for military veterans and organ donor designations. Now, a law seeking to add an autism designation has passed in a…
Jackson Planning Board has to do an annual re-reorganization do-over blamed on negligence
JACKSON, NJ – By law, public meetings of the Jackson Township Planning Board must be properly advertised to the public in advance in accordance with New Jersey law. That hasn’t been happening.…