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 Liberty received hoax call in an apparent organized effort to cause panic across the state
JACKSON, NJ – Schools across Ocean County and New Jersey today received hoax phone calls about possible shooters on school property. In Ocean County, Toms River North, Barnegat and Jackson Liberty were…
Six reasons why you need to visit the Strand Theater in Lakewood
LAKEWOOD, NJ – Strand Theater is a historic theater located in downtown Lakewood. For generations, it has been one of the best places to see a show all over Ocean County. Built…
Op-Ed: Flemming campaign lining wounded veterans parade route with political signs distasteful
JACKSON, NJ – Last Saturday, Jackson Township Mayor Michael Reina hosted his annual Wounded Warriors parade in conjunction with a full day of food, fun and shooting at the range provided by…
Suspicious individual in Jackson prompts security alert at three schools
JACKSON, NJ – A school security alert has been lifted on the eastern side of Jackson Township after a suspicious person was reported walking the roads in the area. Students were locked…
Comedian attacked by Trump supporter at Point Pleasant comedy club with can of beer, then drank it
POINT PLEASANT, NJ – Ariel Elias, a female comedian, had a beer can thrown at her while performing on stage at Uncle Vinnie’s Comedy Club in Point Pleasant. When Elias asked the…
Bald Eagle injured in rumble with two others in Howell
HOWELL TWP, NJ – The Howell Township Police Department responded to what appears at this time to be a domestic disturbance call in the area of Canterbury Court. Upon their arrival, police…
Flemming hosts private fundraiser at Golf Course owned by Lakewood developer, courts Orthodox bloc vote
Days after recusing himself from a Planning Board hearing for prominent Lakewood developer, Flemming hosts fundraiser with private school developer at Jackson golf course he owns. JACKSON, NJ – Jackson Township Councilman…
Firefighters respond to fire call on East Veterans Highway
JACKSON, NJ – Jackson Township firefighters and police responded to a home on the 700 block of East Veterans Highway at around 1:00 pm on Friday. Upon their arrival, firefighters found a…
Jackson Township second grade teacher wins $25k educator excellence award
JACKSON, NJ – Shaina Brenner, a second-grade teacher at Elms Elementary School in Jackson was surprised today to learn she was the recipient of a $25,000 Milken Educator Award for her outstanding…
Le Macaron French Pastries Co-Founder Rosalie Guillem Named Woman of Wonder by Franchise Dictionary Magazine
Rosalie Guillem, co-founder of Le Macaron French Pastries, was named a “Woman of Wonder” by Franchise Dictionary Magazine for her contributions to the franchise industry. Annual Award Honors Top 50 Women Disrupting…
Jackson Township invested $6.7 million into paving roads
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – If you have driven through some of the more notorious pothole roads in Jackson, you may have noticed many have been repaved in recent weeks. According to Jackson…
Powerhouse Communications Recognized as a Top Franchise PR Agency for the Third Year by Entrepreneur Magazine
Award-Winning Franchise and Restaurant Communications Specialists Named One of the Nation’s Leading PR Firms in Annual Franchise Supplier Issue Santa Ana, CA (PRESS RELEASE) Powerhouse Communications, a creative public relations agency specializing…
Jackson Skating Center to remain open under new ownership
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Last month, the owners of the Jackson Skating Center announced the facility would be closing. This weekend, the rink hosted its final events under the old ownership, Roller…
Flemming recuses self over conflict of interest with developer of proposed religious school application
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Jackson Township Council President Marty Flemming, who also serves on the Jackson Township Planning Board, recused himself from a controversial development application, citing a personal conflict of interest…
Jackson Vietnam veteran honored in front of sellout crowd at Yankee Stadium
JACKSON, NJ – Every night the New York Yankees play a home game at Yankee Stadium, they honor a U.S. veteran. On Friday, that veteran was Vietnam veteran and Purple Heart recipient…
Jackson Day Canceled as Ian Draws Near
JACKSON, NJ – The annual Jackson Day celebration that was to take place this coming Sunday at Johnson Park has been cancelled. Event organizers said that with Tropical Storm Ian’s impending approach,…
Shore Republican leaders to back GOP incumbent Reina for Jackson mayor
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Jersey Shore area Republican leaders from Congressman Chris Smith on down have signaled their intent to endorse Jackson Township incumbent Mayor Michael Reina. While the local Jackson GOP…
Op-Ed: If Jackson Council was serious about open space, it would buy the Chandler Plaza lot instead
JACKSON, NJ – Residents never came to the Jackson Township planning board or zoning board meeting to complain about Peter Kitay’s proposed 8 home development on Frank Applegate Road. Nobody came with…
Fire damages modular private school on Cross Street in Lakewood
LAKEWOOD, NJ – The once serene and country-like road of Cross Street in Lakewood Township has turned into a thoroughfare of private schools in recent years. Some of the schools built there…
Philadelphia Felon Pleads Guilty to Illegally Possessing a Firearm with an Extended Magazine While on Parole for Robbery
PHILADELPHIA – United States Attorney Jacqueline C. Romero announced that Tyree Little, 22, of Philadelphia, PA, pleaded guilty earlier this week, just before trial was scheduled to begin today, to illegally possessing…
As Lakewood Homeless Relocate, Town Officials Continue Cutting Down Trees
LAKEWOOD, NJ – The Township of Lakewood was put in the hot seat last month after officials cut down trees in the dowtown square used by the homeless to seek refuge from…
What Are Those Loud Low Flying Jets and Explosions Around Ocean County Every Night?
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Social media has been buzzing this week after residents took to their phones to voice concerns over extremely low-flying jets and helicopters the past few days. If you…
Driver Suffering Medical Episode Killed in Lakewood Crash
LAKEWOOD, NJ – A 60-year-old man was found unresponsive after crashing through a fence and into another vehicle in the area of County Line Road and Poplar Street Thursday night. Neighbors heard…
Jackson PBA Thanks Mayor for Support at Annual Golf Outing
JACKSON, NJ – The Jackson PBA officially thanked Jackson Mayor Michael Reina at this year’s annual PBA golf outing and fundraiser at the Pinelands Golf Club. The officers thanked the mayor for…
“Showcase of Champions” Competition Hosted by Jackson Memorial High School Jaguar Marching Band- October 1, 2022
by Jason Towlen The Jackson Memorial High School Jaguar Marching Band is pleased to announce the date of the “Showcase of Champions” marching band competition. On Saturday, October 1st, 12 award-winning bands…
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