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…
Police officers, K9 units visit young Jersey girl after father’s passing
TABERNACLE, N.J. — Members of the Pemberton Township Police Department, the Federal Corrections Institution – Fort Dix, and the New Jersey State Police visited Tabernacle on Thursday to show support for a…
Here’s what you need to know before visiting Dog Beach at the Jersey Shore
EGG HARBOR TWP., N.J. — The Egg Harbor Township Police Department is reminding beachgoers that parking is strictly prohibited along Ocean Drive near the popular “Dog Beach” area between Longport and Ocean…
New Jersey State Police increase road and water patrols for Memorial Day weekend travel
WEST TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey State Police have announced expanded traffic and marine patrols ahead of Memorial Day weekend, aiming to reduce crashes and enforce safety laws during the unofficial…
Toms River opens Snug Harbor pool season pass sales with early bird discounts
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Season passes for the Snug Harbor Municipal Pool are now on sale through the Toms River Recreation Office, with discounted rates available through June 1. The passes offer…
Police seek information after attempted luring post surfaces on social media
HACKENSACK, N.J. — The Hackensack Police Department is asking for the public’s help following a social media post alleging an attempted luring incident that had not been previously reported to authorities. According…
Woodbine man arrested for possession of child sexual abuse material after federal tip
WOODBINE, N.J. — A 25-year-old man from the Woodbine section of Dennis Township has been arrested and charged with possession of child sexual abuse material following a cyber tip from a national…
Why being called a BENNY at the Jersey Shore isn’t such a bad thing
SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — As summer crowds return to the Jersey Shore, so does a term familiar to locals and visitors alike: “Benny.” Used to describe out-of-town tourists, the nickname is often…
Millionaire made at the pump with $5.9M lottery win in Essex County
TRENTON, NJ — A lucky Essex County lottery player is now $5.9 million richer after matching all six numbers in Thursday night’s Pick-6 drawing, making it the New Jersey Lottery’s third-largest jackpot…
Two confirmed killed, others injured in fiery crash near Jackson-Lakewood border
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Two people have been declared deceased in a fatal early morning crash in Jackson Township when their vehicle crashed into a tree and caught fire. Several other individuals…
One Toms River candidate is being financed by dark-money PAC tied to homeless campus lobbyist and downtown developers
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Reports filed by Anthony Ricotta show that his campaign is nearly fully funded by downtown developers, downtown property investors, homeless shelter advocates and a lawyer tied to the…
Memorial Day weekend to begin cool and damp, end with sunshine and BBQ-ready skies
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Memorial Day weekend along the Jersey Shore will kick off with cloudy skies and cool temperatures but is expected to gradually warm into mild, sunny conditions by Monday,…
The projects have never looked so good: New Jersey afforable housing complex announces lottery
PARSIPPANY, N.J. — The projects in New Jersey have never looked so good. New taxpayer subsidized affordable housing units are coming to the market in Parspippany. Eighteen newly constructed affordable rental apartments…
Assemblywoman blasts Democrats for ‘political theater’ over SNAP resolution backing federal benefits without work requirements
TRENTON, N.J. — A New Jersey Assembly resolution affirming support for the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) ignited partisan tensions Thursday, with one Republican lawmaker accusing Democrats of using hunger as…
Calm Before the Storm: Friday Morning Commute Sees No Major Problems Ahead of Memorial Day Weekend
NEWARK, N.J. — New Jersey commuters enjoyed an unusually smooth start to Friday morning, with light traffic and no major delays reported on major highways or in and out of New York…
Coastal flood advisory issued for Ocean County through Friday afternoon
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The National Weather Service issued a Coastal Flood Advisory early Friday for Ocean County, warning of minor tidal flooding in low-lying areas near Barnegat Bay and adjacent tidal…
No school vouchers: Gottheimer opposes New Jersey private school student tuition reimbursement
“I’m totally against vouchers” – Josh Gottheimer LAKEWOOD, NJ – Rep. Josh Gottheimer publicly opposed a proposed $20 billion federal school voucher program backed by House Republicans, stating he supports public schools…
Mikie Sherill credits $10 million net worth increase since taking office as being really lucky
MORRISTOWN, N.J. — Rep. Mikie Sherrill responded to questions this week regarding a reported $7 million increase in household stock assets since taking office, attributing the gain to her and her husband…
NJ Transit strike days tickets only good until Saturday night
NEWARK, N.J. — If you have unused NJ Transit tickets from during the worker’s strike last week, you only have 36 hours to use them before they’re expired forever. NJ Transit announced…
Serious crash shuts down Hope Chapel Road near Jackson and Lakewood border
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – A small SUV crashed into a tree early Friday morning on North Hope Chapel Road near the border of Jackson and Lakewood. Police had closed off the road…
New Jersey’s Gas Car Ban Halted by U.S. Senate
Trenton, NJ – Like his failed offshore wind programs, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy’s 2035 gas car sales ban appears to be dead in the water. In a 51-44 vote on Thursday,…