Rep. Mikie Sherrill sold hundreds of thousands of dollars in stocks prior to crash earlier this year
WASHINGTON — Rep. Mikie Sherrill sold up to $500,000 in UBS stock just 30 days before the Swiss banking giant’s shares tumbled on concerns over stricter capital requirements, according to financial disclosures…
Days After Deadly Home Invasion Murder of New Jersey Prosecutor, Phil Murphy Signs New Law Increasing Penalties
EDISON, N.J. — Governor Phil Murphy signed a bipartisan bill into law on Wednesday, creating new burglary classifications with stricter penalties for home invasions and residential burglaries. The legislation, S3006/A4299, establishes first-degree…
Downtown Toms River home damaged in 2-alarm fire, no injuries reported
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A fire severely damaged a two-story home on Madison Avenue in Toms River on Friday morning, though no injuries were reported. The fire broke out around 10:26 a.m.,…
New York City Fugitive Migrant Linked to Jersey Shore Attempted Murder Captured
OCEAN COUNTY, N.J. — Marciano Sanchez, 40, of Queens, New York, will remain detained in the Ocean County Jail following a court ruling on Thursday. Sanchez faces charges of attempted murder, possession…
Kamala Harris Presidential Run Has Gone From Joyful Campaigning to Dark Energy Camplaining
Kamala Harris’ 2024 campaign started with a message full of hope, diversity, and promises for the future. She projected a sense of joy, aiming to be the candidate for change and progress.…
As New Jersey Cuts School Budgets, Lawmakers Push for $250,000 UFO Study to Find E.T.
Yep, you read that right. While some school districts in New Jersey are grappling with cuts to teachers, programs, and basic funding, there’s a shiny new initiative that’s turning heads—and it’s all…
Burlington County Ticket Scores Big in Quick Draw Jackpot
TRENTON, NJ – A fortunate player in Burlington County claimed a $11,647 prize from a Quick Draw Progressive ticket drawn on Thursday, October 17. This amount reflects 10% of the progressive jackpot.…
New Jersey Hunter Breaks State Record with 770 Pound Black Bear Kill
A new state record for black bears has been set in New Jersey, after hunter Brian Melvin took down an enormous 770-pound bear in Morris County. Using a compound bow, Melvin secured…
Seaside Heights Hosts Annual Columbus Day Festival
SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — Local officials, including State Senate candidate Carmen Amato, and Ocean County Commissioner Frank Sadeghi participated in ribbon-cutting ceremonies this weekend to kick off the annual Seaside Heights Columbus…
Mastropiero Making Herself Known As Potential Threat to Monmouth GOP’s Political Chokehold on County Government
FREEHOLD, NJ – There’s a new face in Monmouth County, and she’s working hard, knocking on doors and making herself known to voters from Freehold to Keyport. From Atlantic Highlands to Wall…
Monmouth County’s Troubled Bridge Over Water Could Soon Be Replaced
MANASQUAN, N.J. – The Brielle Road Bridge (Bridge W-9), located in Manasquan, New Jersey, has experienced several closures in recent months due to ongoing structural concerns and the need for maintenance. The…
Trump Says Wives of White Dudes for Harris Are Voting For Him, So Are Their Wives’ Lovers
During his skit at the Al Smith dinner in New York City, Donald Trump unleashed a series of jabs at his political opponents, focusing particularly on Vice President Kamala Harris and a…
White House Press Secretary Identifies Joe Biden as Former President
WASHINGTON — White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre referred to President Biden as “former President Biden” during a press briefing on Air Force One this week. The slip occurred while Jean-Pierre was…
Murphy Administration Issues Drought Warning for New Jersey
TRENTON — The Murphy administration issued a statewide Drought Watch on Friday, urging residents and businesses to voluntarily conserve water as dry conditions persist across New Jersey. The state has experienced significantly…
Cape May debuts first-ever Halloween pop-up bar with pirate-themed ‘Boo Bar’
CAPE MAY, N.J. — Harry’s Bar and Grille, one of Cape May’s most popular waterfront spots, has launched the city’s first-ever Halloween-themed pop-up bar: Harry’s Boo Bar. The haunted pirate-themed pop-up, which…
Toms River School District Caught Up in Political Campaign
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Toms River Regional Schools Superintendent Michael Citta is being called out for using school resources to promote a political candidate and for attempting to suppress discussions about the…
Man Injured in Toms River Motorcycle Crash Named Honorary Secaucus Police Officer
Secaucus, NJ – Dawson Palmarini has been appointed an Honorary Secaucus Police Officer and Chief for a day. His objective is to visit every police department, firehouse, and EMS agency in New…
East Orange Latest Victim of Phil Murphy’s Flawed School Funding Formula As Teachers Allegedly Walk Off Job
The East Orange School District abruptly switched to a half-day schedule today, October 17, catching parents and students by surprise. Superintendent Dr. Christopher Irving issued a brief statement, explaining that the shortened…
FBI Reveals Violent Crime Up 4.5% Across American in 2024
The FBI recently and quietly revised its 2022 crime data, reversing earlier claims that violent crime had decreased. Initially, the bureau reported a 2.1% drop in violent crime for the year, but…
At 100, Former President Jimmy Carter Casts Vote for Kamala Harris
Former President Jimmy Carter, now 100 years old and in hospice care, has fulfilled his wish to vote in the 2024 election. Casting his absentee ballot from his home in Plains, Georgia,…
U.S. Approves Another $425 Million in Aid for Ukraine As Hurricane Survivors Fight for Hurricane Aid
WASHINGTON — The United States announced a new $425 million military aid package for Ukraine on Wednesday, as part of ongoing efforts to bolster the country’s defense amid its ongoing conflict with…