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…
Does Central Jersey Actually Exist or is the Garden State Just North and South?
Exploring the New Jersey Divide: North, Central, and South Jersey Controversy The debate over the boundaries and existence of North, Central, and South Jersey is a storied issue, deeply entrenched in cultural,…
New Jersey Tuesday Morning Commuter and Traffic Report
Newark, NJ – As of 8:45 a.m., a crash on NJ 21 northbound at Emmet Street in Newark has resulted in the closure of one center lane. Commuters are advised to proceed…
Drunk Driving Blamed for Serious Friday Crash on Route 34
WALL TOWNSHIP, NJ — On Friday, July 5, at approximately 5:31 p.m., the Wall Township Police Department responded to a call regarding a multi-vehicle accident at the intersection of State Highway 34…
Toms River Woman Pleads Guilty to Murder in Manchester Township
OCEAN COUNTY, NJ — Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced that Mary Carbone, 57, of Toms River, pleaded guilty on Monday, July 8, 2024, to charges stemming from the death of…
Manahawkin Woman Pleads Guilty to Stealing $178,000 From Engineering Company
MANAHAWKIN, NJ — Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced that on July 1, 2024, Dona Carlo-Tanzola, 51, of Manahawkin, pled guilty to theft before the Honorable Kimarie Rahill, J.S.C. This plea…
Wall Township Police Blotter: Here’s What’s Happening
WALL TOWNSHIP, NJ — The Wall Township Police Department reported several incidents over the period from July 2 to July 4, 2024, involving arrests for various offenses including driving while intoxicated, obstruction…
National Night Out Coming to Manchester
Manchester Police Announce National Night Out Event MANCHESTER, NJ — In collaboration with the NSA Lakehurst and the Ocean County Sheriff’s Department, the Lakehurst Police Department and the Manchester Township Police Department…
Wall Township Police Department Weekend Wrap-Up
WALL TOWNSHIP, NJ — The Wall Township Police Department reported several incidents over the weekend from Friday, July 5, to Sunday, July 7, 2024. On Friday, July 5, while investigating a motor…
NJ Powerball Player Claims $221 Million Jackpot, $1.13 Billion Prize Still Unclaimed
TRENTON – A New Jersey lottery player has stepped forward to claim a $221 million Powerball jackpot from the June 10 drawing, marking the second largest lottery win in New Jersey this…
Monmouth Shoprite Sells Winning Jersey Cash 5 Ticket Worth Nearly $2 Million
TRENTON – A lucky ticket purchased at Shoprite in Belmar, Monmouth County, has won a staggering $1,930,093 in the Jersey Cash 5 lottery. The winning numbers from the Friday, July 5 drawing…
Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office Leads Domestic Violence Training for Police Recruits
Egg Harbor Township, NJ – On Wednesday, July 3, recruits at the Atlantic County Police Academy received comprehensive training on domestic violence from Assistant Prosecutor Joseph Remy and Forensic Nurse Examiner Coordinator…
New Jersey School Districts Selling Off Schools, Even Trees to Make Ends Meet Under Murphy Cuts
JACKSON, NJ – New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy touts his new S2 school funding formula as a major success that fully funds education in New Jersey. However, it’s also forcing some districts…
New Jersey School District Sues State and Governor Over Crippling State Aid Cuts
TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Toms River Regional Schools District is taking legal action against Governor Phil Murphy and the state of New Jersey due to significant funding cuts that have drastically…
New Jersey Mayor Says Phil Murphy Will Receive Bill After $3.75 Million Biden Fundraiser
MIDDLETOWN, NJ- Last weekend, President Joe Biden attended a campaign fundraiser at the home of New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy, which reportedly raised $3.7 million. However, the event has sparked controversy due…
Governor Murphy Announces Criminal Clemency Program in New Jersey
New Jersey’s criminal justice system lacks equity and fairness, Governor Claims Newark, NJ – Governor Phil Murphy has signed Executive Order No. 362 to expedite the review process for certain clemency applications.…
7-Eleven to Close Over 250 Locations, Including In Our Area
NEWARK, NJ – Convenience store giant 7-Eleven has announced plans to close 272 locations across America in 2024. This move follows the company’s trend of shutting down underperforming stores, a strategy that…
Heat Advisory Remains in Effect for Parts of New Jersey and Pennsylvania
A heat advisory is in effect from 10 AM today until 8 PM Tuesday for Morris, Sussex, Warren, and Hunterdon Counties in New Jersey, and Berks, Lehigh, Northampton, Upper Bucks, Western Chester,…
New Jersey’s Bail Reform Act Putting Community Safety At Risk
OP-ED Negative Effects of New Jersey’s Bail Reform Act Trenton, NJ – New Jersey’s Bail Reform Act, enacted in 2017, aimed to create a fairer criminal justice system by reducing the reliance…
Governor Murphy’s Environmental Policies Plagued With Hypocrisy
OP-ED: Governor Murphy’s Hypocrisy on Environmental Policies New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy’s recent actions reveal a glaring disconnect between his environmental rhetoric and personal practices. While urging New Jersey residents to transition…
New Jersey’s Five Day Forecast Starts With Heat and Air Quality Advisory on Monday
An air quality alert is in effect for Sunday, July 7. The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection has issued a code orange air quality alert for Ocean and Southeastern Burlington Counties.…