New Jersey pushes law to allow human composting facilities
TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey Senate Commerce Committee has advanced Senate Bill No. 3007, which would legalize natural organic reduction — also known as …
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With offshore wind struggling, New Jersey Dems turn to tidal energy
TRENTON, N.J. — As offshore wind projects face mounting obstacles in New Jersey, state lawmakers are shifting their focus to a new renewable energy source: …
Manchester officers honored for bravery at Ocean County 200 Club awards
MANCHESTER, N.J. — Several Manchester Township police officers were recognized this week for their heroism and dedication during the 2025 Valor, Life-Saving, and Meritorious Service …
Eagle Scout donates 50 handmade blankets and funds to CHOP liver patients
JACKSON, N.J. — An Eagle Scout candidate has completed a project benefiting young liver patients at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP), delivering handmade blankets …
Ciattarelli calls for Gov. Murphy to Uncuff Law Enforcement Ahead of Potentially Violent Statewide Protest
TRENTON, NJ — Republican candidate Jack Ciattarelli issued a public appeal Friday urging Governor Phil Murphy and Attorney General Matt Platkin to fully empower law …
Huerta-Arias sentenced to eight years in prison for deadly crash that killed Lakewood man
TOMS RIVER, NJ — Alejandro Huerta-Arias, 24, of Toms River, was sentenced Friday to eight years in New Jersey State Prison for vehicular homicide following …
Rain threatens to wash out weekend plans at the Jersey Shore
SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — Another round of wet weather is expected to dampen weekend activities at the Jersey Shore, with rain and thunderstorms forecast to …
Ocean County’s new bomb sniffing dog ready to serve across entire state of New Jersey
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Ocean County Sheriff’s Office has officially added a new explosive detection team to its K9 Unit following the graduation of …
Jackson Unanimously Chooses Former Mayor, Vietnam Veteran to Fill Temporary Vacancy on Township Council
JACKSON, NJ — The Jackson Township Council has appointed former mayor and longtime councilman Ken Bressi to fill the vacant council seat left by the …
Ocean County GOP Chairman George Gilmore Faces Uncertain Future After Devastating Election Loss
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Ocean County’s Republican Party is reeling after a crushing defeat in Tuesday’s gubernatorial primary, where the county GOP’s full-throated endorsement of …
Four Criminal Aliens on the Run in New Jersey After Protesters Attack Newark ICE Detention Facility
NEWARK, N.J. — A manhunt is active in New Jersey after a riot broke out Thursday night at a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention …
Reports of gunfire cause panic at Long Branch Pier Village concert
LONG BRANCH, N.J. — Chaos erupted at Pier Village on the Long Branch boardwalk when reports of gunfire sent crowds fleeing during a concert, according …
Rescue attempt for stranded dolphin in South Jersey ends in tragedy
RIGGINS DITCH, N.J. — A stranded bottlenose dolphin died Thursday during a complex rescue operation in Cumberland County, despite coordinated efforts by multiple federal, state, …
Abandoned husky mix at Jackson shelter needs a loving family to take her home
JACKSON, N.J. — Across New Jersey, animal shelters are dealing with a similar problem. COVID pandemic era pets are being given up, and the economy …
Convicted Federal Felon, Ocean County GOP Chairman Blames “Fake News” for Crushing Election Loss
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Ocean County GOP Chairman George Gilmore, once a kingmaker in New Jersey politics is reeling from a devastating blow where his …
Jackson’s new Wawa opens with giveaways, coffee and heroes hoagie competition
JACKSON, NJ — Wawa officially opened its newest location in Jackson on Thursday morning, welcoming customers with free coffee, giveaways, and a hoagie-building competition between …
Days Before Losing Election, Bill Spadea’s Common Sense Club Paid Candidate Another $12,000
Middletown, NJ – While most New Jerseyans were thinking about America’s fallen veterans on D-Day, one candidate running for governor in the Garden State was …
Jackson Township kicks off 2025 summer concert series
JACKSON, N.J. — Jackson Township’s 2025 Summer Concert Series is now underway, bringing live music to residents at Johnson Memorial Park at 192 Kierych Memorial …
Jackson farmers market open Thursdays at Justice Complex through September
JACKSON, N.J. — The Jackson Farmers Market season is underway, offering fresh local produce and goods every Thursday at the Justice Complex. The market runs …
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 …
Elon Musk Makes Early Morning Apology to Trump Over War of Words that ‘Went too far’
Elon Musk has publicly apologized to President Donald Trump early Wednesday for a series of controversial posts made last week. The apology, issued on X …
Jack Ciattarelli Defeats Bill Spadea in New Jersey GOP Election Landslide for Governor
TRENTON, NJ – Who won the New Jersey GOP primary election? Jack Ciattarelli has secured a decisive victory in the New Jersey Republican gubernatorial primary, …
Small Protest Against Trump in Fizzles Out After Rain Shower in Downtown Toms River
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A group of roughly 30 protesters gathered along Water Street in downtown Toms River Tuesday morning, opposing President Donald Trump’s deployment …
Watch: A Candidate for New Jersey Governor Wants to Tax You for Not Getting Vaccinated
Republican gubernatorial candidate and radio host Bill Spadea is under fire after a resurfaced video on X showed him advocating for increased health insurance premiums …
Gottheimer and Sherrill Skip Bi-Partisan Vote to Condemn Heinous Terror Attack Against Jews in Colorado
LAKEWOOD, NJ – Josh Gottheimer and Mikie Sherill, two Democrat members of Congress are fighting hard to convince Jewish voters in New Jersey that they’re …
Candidate for New Jersey Governor Calls for Huge Increase on Tolls and Beach Badge Fees at the Jersey Shore
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 …
Hill Allies Seek to Regain Power in Toms River, Push Downtown Development Plans
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A new slate of candidates loyal to, and backed by former Mayor Maurice “Mo” Hill are hoping their protests against Mayor …
Pemberton man sentenced to 4 years after fleeing police on Garden State Parkway, nearly crashing
MAYS LANDING, N.J. — A Pemberton man was sentenced Friday to four years in New Jersey State Prison for second-degree eluding after leading state police …
Major Wind Company Wants Out of Phil Murphy’s Offshore Energy Project
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — Atlantic Shores Offshore Wind, a joint venture between Shell and EDF Renewables, is seeking to withdraw from its flagship New Jersey …
New Jersey Republicans Propose Bill to Exempt Personal Hygiene Products from Sales Tax
TRENTON, N.J. — A newly introduced bill in the New Jersey Senate seeks to exempt grooming, hygiene, and specific baby care items from the state’s …
New Jersey wants to control when your school district can schedule spring break under proposed bill
TRENTON, N.J. — A bill requiring the state’s top education official to annually recommend spring break dates for New Jersey school districts has been approved …
New Jersey Senate advances bill to offer paid leave for school events with employer tax credit
TRENTON, N.J. — Imagine getting two additional days off from your job each year to attend your child’s student-teacher conferences, meetings, and other school programs. …
Monday Morning Commute: Wet Roads, Rain, and Delays Kick Off New Jersey Work Week
UNION, N.J. — Morning traffic across New Jersey saw multiple incidents and delays Monday, including crashes and lane closures affecting major highways and commuter routes, …
81-year-old driver crashes into Manchester home after apparent medical episode
MANCHESTER, N.J. — An 81-year-old woman was hospitalized Friday after her car crashed into a home in the Renaissance community, damaging multiple vehicles and a …
Beachwood Police Investigating After Person Found Dead on Forepeak Avenue
BEACHWOOD, N.J. — The Beachwood Police Department is conducting an active death investigation in the 400 block of Forepeak Avenue, the agency confirmed Monday. Authorities …
Juvenile disturbances highlight mostly peaceful, but wet weekend in Seaside Heights
SEASIDE HEIGHTS – All was relatively quiet on the barrier island this weekend aside from a few juvenile linked minor disturbances and the usual public …
Cory Booker Says Trump Has No Right to Deploy National Guard to Peaceful Los Angeles Protests
NEWARK, NJ — U.S. Sen. Cory Booker (D-N.J.) likened President Donald Trump’s call to deploy the National Guard without California Governor Gavin Newsom’s request to …
One candidate has a huge lead heading into Tuesday’s New Jersey GOP primary election for governor
As New Jersey Republicans prepare to cast their votes in Tuesday’s primary election on June 10, 2025, former state Assemblyman Jack Ciattarelli has emerged as …
14 rescued from sinking boat in Arthur Kill near Perth Amboy
PERTH AMBOY, N.J. — Fourteen people were safely rescued early Sunday morning after their 26-foot boat began taking on water in the Arthur Kill, according …
Trump dumps on Bill Spadea: I don’t even know who he is, calls on New Jersey to vote for Ciattarelli
BEDMINSTER, N.J. — President Donald Trump reaffirmed his support for Republican gubernatorial candidate Jack Ciattarelli in New Jersey’s upcoming primary, following public criticism from rival …
Asbury Park Man Charged in West Long Branch Bank Robbery
FREEHOLD, NJ — A Monmouth County man has been arrested and charged in connection with a robbery at a TD Bank branch in West Long …
Trumpquake: Bedminster Rattled by 1.9 Earthquake as New Jersey Seismic Action Continues
BEDMINSTER, N.J. — A 1.9 magnitude earthquake rattled Bedminster last week, continuing a recent uptick in seismic activity in North Jersey that began after a …
Can a Costco Card be Used as Real ID at Newark Airport? TSA Responds
TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey is one of the toughest states to get a Real ID in America, but the notion of using your Costco …
Five Reasons Why Bill Spadea Is Not the Guy New Jersey Republicans Need on the Ballot in November
Why Bill Spadea Isn’t the Right Choice for New Jersey Republicans As a Trump supporter, I’ve watched Bill Spadea charm his way into the hearts …
Seaside Heights considers earlier boardwalk closures, backpack ban after Memorial Day weekend violence
SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — In response to a violent and chaotic Memorial Day weekend that left three people stabbed and more than 70 arrested, Seaside …
Rain threatens to keep Jersey Shore boardwalks quiet for second weekend in a row
SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — Rainy weather is once again threatening weekend business at New Jersey’s popular boardwalks, with thunderstorms and scattered showers forecast through Sunday, …
Murphy’s budget cuts state funded summer college assistance for low income students in New Jersey
TRENTON, N.J. — A state-funded program that has helped thousands of low-income students afford college classes during the summer may be on the chopping block …
Route 37 reopens in Toms River after emergency sinkhole repairs
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — All lanes on Route 37 in Toms River are back open after a large sinkhole forced emergency repairs near the intersection …
Library safety concerns grow in Toms River as county shelter debate looms
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A decision by Ocean County officials to host a pop-up café operated by Jon Bon Jovi’s JBJ Soul Kitchen inside the …
Abrego Garcia Returns to the U.S. to Face Serious Human Trafficking Charges
WASHINGTON — A federal grand jury has indicted Abrego Garcia for his alleged role in a transnational human smuggling network that trafficked thousands of migrants …