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…
Newark Carjacker Gets 9 Years in Prison
NEWARK, N.J. – Newark carjacker Jared Walker, 24, is heading to prison for 9 years after being convicted for his role in a 2020 armed carjacking in the city. U.S. Attorney Philip…
Connecticut Man Admits Role in New Jersey Political Consultant’s Murder for Hire Plot
NEWARK, N.J. – A Connecticut man today admitted his role in a murder-for-hire scheme in which a New Jersey-based political consultant paid him and another man to kill a longtime associate, U.S.…
Revision to Law Helps Protect Pets From Abusive Owners in New Jersey
TRENTON, NJ – A bill was passed in the Senate by a vote of 36-0 to revise the current law prohibiting confinement and cruel tethering of dogs and establishes procedures for the…
Assault and Robbery at the Broadway Dollar General Store in Newark
NEWARK, NJ – On March 6 at approximately 5:30pm, a male suspect entered the Dollar General Store at 712 Broadway and began putting merchandise in a black and red duffle bag. Two…
Jackson Officials Say PR Firm Will Help Put a Positive Spin on the Town During Election Year
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Jackson Township officials said they interviewed several different firms before awarding a no-bid contract to Brand Strategic Communications for public image and relations consulting. That contract, according to…
Jackson Township Announces Nighttime Construction Ban After Complaints About Adventure Crossing
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – In the aftermath of a contentious meeting between township residents who live near the massive new warehouse and entertainment complex known as Adventure Crossing, the township of Jackson…
Animal Activists Upset Over USDA Contract to Control Toms River Geese Population
TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Toms River Township Council has signed a new contract with the USDA to manage the township’s wild geese population, and once again, the Animal Rights League is…
Toms River Hires Another Public Relations Firm to Grow Information Team to $259,000 Annually
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Toms River Mayor Maurice Hill is renewing the contract for public relations services firm Direct Development, of Tinton Falls, owned by New Jersey State Democrat Senator Vin Gopal,…
Toms River to Invest in Street Light Audit, LED Lights in New Multi-Phase Project
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Toms River spends about $1 million annually to keep its streets and sidewalks lighted, but now, Mayor Maurice Hill and township officials are seeking to audit the number…
Toms River Cop Receives Life Saving Award for Saving Baby
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Toms River Police Officer Michael Foye received a life-saving award from Police Chief Mitch Little Wednesday night for his actions on Saturday, March 16, 2019. “Officer Foye rendered…
Man Arrested for Sexual Assault in Bernardsville
BERNARDSVILLE, N.J. – Teodoro R. Velazquez, age 68, of Anderson Hill Road, Bernardsville was arrested in relation to a sexual assault of a minor that occurred in Bernardsville, announced by acting Somerset…
Manchester Township Police Department Now Hiring
MANCHESTER, NJ – Looking for a job close to home? Public Safety Telecommunicators are needed in the Manchester Township Police Department. Hiring both per diem and full time positions with experience preferred.…
New Jersey Legislators Push for New September 11 School Curriculum that Erases Much of What Happened and Why
TRENTON, NJ – After the September 11, 2001 attacks in New York City and Washington, D.C., America launched a twenty-year war against terrorism. Now, 21 years later, New Jersey Democrats want to…
Blackwood Man Charged for Drug Overdose Death of 12-Year-Old Child
GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ – A 35-year-old Blackwood man, Troy Nokes was charged on Monday for first degree manslaughter and for causing the drug overdose death of a 12-year-old child. Camden County Prosecutor…
Lacey Township Police Blotter: Warrants, Stolen Car and Fraud
LACEY TOWNSHIP, NJ – The following incidents were reported by the Lacey Township Police Department between March 20-22, 2022. Reports are provided as is, as written by Police Chief Michael DiBella. Warrant…
Newark Police Officer Buys New Bike for Child After his was Damaged During Hit and Run Crash
NEWARK, NJ – Newark Police Officers delivered a surprise to 9-year-old resident Michael Copeland. Copeland was involved in a hit-and-run collision this winter. He was injured and his bicycle was destroyed. His…
New Jersey Dems Block GOP Effort to Discuss Biden Energy Crisis, Soaring Gas Prices at Statehouse
TRENTON, N.J. – New Jersey Democrats blocked a GOP effort to discuss soaring gas prices and America’s energy crisis this week and there’s nothing Republicans could do about it, being outnumbered in…
Genesis Petroleum Resolves Federal Environmental Claims Involving 13 Gas Stations Located in Long Island And Westchester, New York and New Jersey
Breon Peace, United States Attorney for the Eastern District of New York and Lisa Garcia, Regional Administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 2, announced that the United States has…
Two From Monmouth County Win $50K in Powerball
TRENTON, NJ – Two from New Jersey matched four balls and the Powerball drawn in the March 23rd drawing. They both won the $50,000 third-tier prize. The tickets were both sold in…
Middlesex County Jersey Cash 5 Ticket Wins $100K Jackpot
TRENTON, NJ – One resident from Middlesex County won the $100,000 Jackpot Playing Jersey Cash 5, matching all five numbers drawn. The drawing took place on March 22nd. According to lottery officials, “The winning…