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New Jersey wants to electrify all public buses by 2035 with $82 million yearly subsidy that you will pay for whether you take the bus or not
TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey lawmakers are advancing a sweeping plan that would require all motorbuses purchased for public transportation in the state to be electric-powered by 2035 — backed by $82…
Jackson Wildfire Smoke Sets Off Home Carbon Monoxide Alarms, Fire Dept. Responds
JACKSON, N.J. — Smoke from the Shotgun wildfire kept close to the ground overnight, spurred by cold air and shifting winds, leading to a surge in carbon monoxide detector activations in homes…
Wildfire Blankets Jackson in Low-Lying Smoke and Haze on Friday Morning
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Firefighters have achieved significant progress in battling a wildfire that has burned 350 acres within the Colliers Mills Wildlife Management Area, officials reported on Wednesday. The blaze, which…
Jackson School District considers redistricting, restructuring amid budget crisis
JACKSON, N.J. — Facing budget constraints, shifting enrollment numbers, and aging school infrastructure, the Jackson School District is considering a range of strategies to address class size imbalances and facility deficiencies. In…
Wildfire forces evacuations, threatens homes in Jackson Township
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A wildfire in Jackson Township’s forested area near South Stump Tavern Road has prompted evacuations and road closures as state fire officials work to contain the rapidly spreading…
Jackson Candidate Calls for “Bullet Vote” in Tuesday Election
JACKSON, NJ – As the feud between the supporters of lifelong Democrat Hope Drew battle online against the team of husband and wife Eric and Elenor Hannu, Drew is now pleading with…
New York City PTA President Stole $41,000, Bought Tickets at Jackson Amusement Park, Vacations
QUEENS, N.Y. — Athena Gonzalez, a former president of the Parent Teacher Association (PTA) at P.S. 166 in Astoria, has been charged with grand larceny and criminal possession of stolen property after…
Rosemary – A Fresh Take on Buying Bagels in Jackson, NJ
Rosemary Bagel Shop in Jackson, NJ, brings a refreshing twist to the bagel experience, offering a drive-through option that sets it apart from traditional bagel spots. For those on the go, the…
Team Trump early voting rally scheduled in Jackson with local GOP candidates
JACKSON, N.J. — A community rally in support of former President Donald Trump is set to take place on Saturday, October 26, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Trump GOP headquarters…
Council Candidate Hannum Says Jackson Police Union “Corrupt” Calls for Cutting Top Cop Job
JACKSON, N.J. — Elenor Hannum, a leading voice in the local organization Citizens United to Protect Our Neighborhoods (CUPON), publicly opposed the recent establishment of a new oversight position within the Jackson…
Mistress of Gruesome Double Murder Suspect Slapped with Murder and Multiple Other Charges
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A Seaside Heights woman has been indicted on multiple charges, including murder and conspiracy to commit murder, following an investigation into the killing of a Toms River resident…
An Open Letter to Jackson Parents
by Giuseppe Palmeri As a fellow parent and proud member of this community, I know the hopes and concerns you have for your children’s future. We all want the best for our…
Robotext Sent to All Jackson Residents Claims Council Candidate Elenor Hannum Suing Town, But Is It True?
JACKSON, NJ—Residents in Jackson have received a robocall stating that NJEA candidate for township council Elenor Hannum is suing Jackson Township and has cost the township ‘millions’ of dollars. But is it…
Why People From Neighboring Towns Don’t Like Jackson
Living next door to Jackson Township comes with a few mixed feelings from neighboring towns. Here’s why Jackson sometimes finds itself the subject of some good-natured (or not-so-good-natured) ribbing: 1. It’s So…
Jackson Township man pleads guilty to assault and weapon charges in two incidents
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Charles Sharkey Jr., 35, of Jackson Township, pleaded guilty to aggravated assault, driving while intoxicated, and illegal possession of a firearm in connection with two separate incidents earlier…
Trump Surrogate Bill Spadea Endorses Column L Candidates in Jackson Council Election
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Bill Spadea, a candidate for New Jersey governor and a prominent supporter of former President Donald Trump, has endorsed three local Republican candidates in Jackson Township. In a…
New Jersey Congressman Smith Endorses Trump and Local Jackson Republican Candidates
JACKSON, NJ – U.S. Republican Congressman Chris Smith, one of two Republicans representing New Jersey in Congress has made it clear that he is behind former President Donald Trump in the November…
Jackson Council Votes Unanimously to put Brakes on Plan for 1,000 New High Density Housing Units
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ—The Jackson Township Council voted unanimously on Tuesday to close a loophole that would have allowed an additional 1,000 homes at the Adventure Crossing project in Jackson Township. Council President…
Jackson Memorial High School Alumni to Celebrate 60th Anniversary at Homecoming Game
JACKSON, NJ – Jackson Memorial High School is inviting all alumni to attend its 60th anniversary celebration and homecoming game on Friday, October 18. The event will begin at 3:00 p.m. and…
Jackson Mills Fire Company to host fire prevention open house
JACKSON, N.J. — The Jackson Mills Volunteer Fire Company #1 will host a Fire Prevention Open House on Sunday, October 13, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the firehouse located…
Jackson Council to Vote on Closing High Density Development Loophole on Tuesday
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ—The Jackson Township Council has announced it will vote on an ordinance on Tuesday to close a loophole that would allow potentially thousands of housing units at the Adventure Crossing…
Jackson Council Ordinance to Fix High Density Housing Loophole at Adventure Crossing
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Adventure Crossing, once envisioned as a major entertainment district featuring sports fields, hotels, a convention center, restaurants, and other high-end attractions, has yet to meet those expectations. Instead,…
Jackson Roadway Crashes Down Slightly in 2024
JACKSON, N.J. — In 2023, roughly 1,600 roadway crashes and accidents were reported in Jackson Township, a town with over 100 square miles of roads, most of which are winding county two-lane…
Jackson Township Has a Special U.S. Census Designated Place and It’s Not What You Think
JACKSON, NJ – The federal government has carved out a piece of Jackson Township to give it some special attention when it comes to the U.S. Census. You might think it would…
Looking for Trump Signs in Jackson Township? Here’s How to Get One for Free
JACKSON, NJ – On Wednesday night, nearly two hundred residents came out to meet the local Jackson Township Republicans at their monthly meeting at the VFW hall on Magnolia Drive. During the…
Jackson Pathfinders celebrate 25 years of trail stewardship
JACKSON, N.J. — The Jackson Pathfinders, a volunteer group dedicated to maintaining local woodland trails, is celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2024. Since their founding, the Pathfinders have overseen the upkeep of…
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