Dog fighting, gang activity lands Jackson man in prison for 17 years
FREEHOLD, N.J. — A Jackson Township man has been sentenced to 17 years in state prison for his role in a racketeering conspiracy that connected …
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Fourteen charged in South Jersey drug and weapons trafficking ring, authorities say
TRENTON, N.J. — Fourteen individuals have been charged in connection with a drug trafficking network that operated across South Jersey and involved a stockpile of …
Jackson Police issue warning to drivers: Don’t pass closed road barriers on Cedar Swamp Road
JACKSON, N.J. — The Jackson Township Police Department is urging drivers and pedestrians to obey multiple road closures in place throughout the area, citing a …
Jackson Police Update on Deadly Lightning Strike that Killed One, Injured 14 at Cub Scout Outing
JACKSON, N.J. — A 61-year-old man is dead and 14 others were injured after a lightning strike during an archery event in Ocean County on …
Suit & Mai Tai to bring smooth yacht rock vibes to Brick’s SummerFest tonight
BRICK, N.J. — Brick Township’s SummerFest concert series continues tonight at Windward Beach Park with the debut performance of Suit & Mai Tai, a New …
Perkins is Making a New Jersey Comeback with 46 New Franchise Locations
FORT MONMOUTH, N.J. — Perkins American Food Co. is launching into its new fiscal year with major expansion plans in New Jersey, announcing that all …
Krispy Kreme celebrates 88th birthday with 88-cent dozens at New Jersey locations this Friday
NEWARK, N.J. — Krispy Kreme fans in New Jersey can score a sweet deal this Friday, July 18, as the doughnut chain marks its 88th …
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 …
Barack Obama Visits Phil Murphy’s Riverfront Mansion to Raise Millions for Mikie Sherrill
RED BANK, N.J. — Former President Barack Obama returned to the campaign fundraising circuit Friday night, joining DNC Chair Ken Martin for a high-dollar Democratic …
Chris Christie Says Trump Ordered Stop on Epstein Files Release
WASHINGTON — Former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie criticized President Donald Trump over his handling of the Jeffrey Epstein controversy, warning that Trump’s support base …
Route 18 southbound in East Brunswick to close nightly for drainage and gas line work
TRENTON — A section of Route 18 southbound in East Brunswick will be closed and detoured nightly from Tuesday through Friday as part of an …
New Jersey’s largest animal welfare group merges with South Jersey shelter to expand services statewide
VINELAND, N.J. — Associated Humane Societies, the largest animal welfare organization in New Jersey, has formally merged with the South Jersey Regional Animal Shelter, extending …
Phil Murphy Sues Feds After Trump Cuts $158 Million Migrant Education Funding
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin announced Monday that the state has joined a 24-state coalition in suing the Trump Administration …
Berkeley Township man pleads guilty in hit-and-run that injured teen bicyclist
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A Berkeley Township man has pleaded guilty to causing serious bodily injury while driving without a license in connection with an …
New playground opens at Johnson Park in Jackson
JACKSON, NJ – Jackson Township has opened a new playground at Johnson Park, featuring modern equipment and ADA-compliant play areas. According to the Jackson Council, …
Four siblings hit $1.8M Multi-Match jackpot with Ocean City ticket
A group of four siblings claimed a $1.8 million Multi-Match jackpot from the June 30 drawing after purchasing the winning ticket in Ocean City, Maryland, …
Jackson Police Department announces promotions at township council meeting
The Jackson Township Police Department promoted four officers during a township council meeting held on July 8, recognizing years of service, leadership, and dedication to …
Unconscious driver found at Jackson Township intersection arrested for DUI
A 27-year-old man was arrested for driving while intoxicated after police found him unconscious behind the wheel of a vehicle stopped in the middle of …
Teen illegally riding dirt bike critically injured in Route 9 crash in Berkeley Township
A juvenile riding a dirt bike was critically injured Thursday night in a three-vehicle crash at the intersection of Route 9 and Serpentine Drive in …
Mobile home fire in Manchester leaves one dead after firefighters delayed by clutter and storage
A person died Wednesday night in a mobile home fire in the Pine Ridge section of Whiting, prompting a joint investigation by county and local …
Phil Murphy hit with federal subpoena probing illegal alien living in his attic apartment
TRENTON — Alina Habba, the interim U.S. attorney for New Jersey and a former personal attorney to Donald Trump, is leading a federal investigation into …
New Jersey unions slam Murphy’s 37 percent healthcare hike, demand emergency legislative return
TRENTON — A coalition of more than a dozen public sector unions representing over 140,000 New Jersey workers is pushing back against Governor Phil Murphy’s …
Trenton Dems Let Life in Prison Bill for Teen Murders Stall in Legislature
TRENTON — A proposed New Jersey law that would mandate life imprisonment without parole for anyone convicted of murdering a child under the age of …
Fishing tournament in Little Egg Harbor to fund Disney Cruise for child with rare condition
LITTLE EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Volunteers from the Southern Ocean County Chapter of the Sunshine Foundation will host their 28th Annual Fishing Tournament on …
Supreme Court Allows South Seaside Park to Leave Berkeley and Merge with Neighbor to the North
TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey Supreme Court on Thursday upheld a lower court ruling allowing the barrier island community of South Seaside Park to …
Two injured after boat runs aground on Long Beach Island
LONG BEACH TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Two people were seriously injured Tuesday afternoon when a boat ran aground in the bayfront area of Tebco Terrace in …
SBA Announces Ticking Clock Federal Drought Relief Assistance for New Jersey, Farmers Ineligible
TRENTON, N.J. — The U.S. Small Business Administration is reminding small businesses and private nonprofit organizations in New Jersey that they have until Aug. 11 …
Sherrill joins Dem chorus blaming Trump and Ciattarelli for skyrocketing energy costs under Phil Murphy
NEWARK, N.J. — Democratic gubernatorial candidate Mikie Sherrill joined a growing list of New Jersey Democrats Thursday in blaming President Donald Trump and GOP candidate …
Mission BBQ to bring first Shore location to former TGI Fridays
BRICK, N.J. — A long-vacant restaurant on Route 70 may soon get new life as Mission BBQ looks to open its first Jersey Shore location …
Democrat Mikie Sherrill Shocked After Young Girl Asks For Elephant at the Jersey Shore: A Good Choice
Sherrill surprised by elephant request at boardwalk stand, jokes go viral online SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — Democratic gubernatorial candidate Mikie Sherrill was met with an …
New Jerseyans not happy with cost of living and taxes under Dem control, new poll shows
NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. — A vast majority of New Jersey residents remain dissatisfied with how the state government is handling key issues such as taxes, …
Suspect arrested for threat to kill in Ocean County held on ICE detainer
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A man arrested Wednesday in Ocean County is being held without bail after being charged with making a threat to kill …
Uninsured Drunk Driver Charged in Ocean County
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A man booked into the Ocean County jail on Thursday is facing multiple charges, including driving while intoxicated, obstruction, and operating …
SummerFest concert in Brick canceled due to weather, rescheduled for July 31
BRICK, N.J. — Brick Township Police announced the cancellation of Thursday night’s SummerFest concert due to forecasted inclement weather. The performance by The Brit Pack …
New E-ZPass fine targets improper mounting amid concerns over alleged Chinese-linked provider
NEW YORK, N.Y. — Drivers using E-ZPass at Port Authority crossings will now face a new Mid-Tier toll penalty if their tag is not properly …
As NJ schools face cuts and closures, Murphy signs $3 billion universal pre-k, kindergarten law
TRENTON, N.J. — Governor Phil Murphy has signed a sweeping $3 billion early childhood education bill into law, mandating universal access to state-funded preschool and …
Shelter shepherd waits as foster plea goes unanswered
NEW JERSEY — A 4-year-old German Shepherd named Nymeria remains in a New Jersey shelter as advocates continue to search for a foster home to …
Another Flood Watch as Severe Storms Kick Off Another Rainy Weekend in New Jersey
MOUNT HOLLY, N.J. — The National Weather Service has issued a flood watch for large portions of New Jersey, warning that heavy rainfall and thunderstorms …
Three women sought in Ocean City restaurant theft
OCEAN CITY, MD — Police are asking for the public’s help identifying three women involved in a theft at a midtown restaurant Tuesday evening. The …
New Jersey Sheriff Once Revolted by Trump and Cult-Like MAGA Followers Meets with President
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Ocean County Sheriff Mike Mastronardy, a Republican who once publicly expressed his “revulsion” for Donald Trump, met with the president at …
Watch as New Jersey Contestant on Jeopardy Blows Easy Sopranos Question
Picture this: It’s Monday night. You’ve got your snack of choice in one hand, your remote in the other, and you’re ready to flex your …
Police Crack Down on Trespassers at Beautiful But Deadly Lake in the Pine Barrens
MANCHESTER, N.J. — Manchester Township Police, along with multiple law enforcement partners, have launched a coordinated enforcement effort to curb trespassing and unauthorized activity at …
Sherrill Says New Jersey Could Be U.S. Leader in Offshore Wind Farms
Mikie Sherrill silent on offshore energy amid campaign despite past wind energy support MORRISTOWN, N.J. — As her re-election campaign intensifies, Rep. Mikie Sherrill (D-NJ) …
‘Good Trouble’ Protest planned Thursday in Ocean City by progressive activist groups
OCEAN CITY, N.J. — Progressive advocacy groups are planning a protest in Ocean City on Thursday, July 17, as part of a national day of …
Police investigate attempted carjacking outside ShopRite in Aberdeen Township
ABERDEEN TWP., N.J. — Authorities are investigating an attempted carjacking after an unidentified individual tried to enter multiple vehicles in a supermarket parking lot and …
Tornado warning issued as severe storms hit New Jersey and surrounding areas
TOMS RIVER, NJ — A tornado warning and severe thunderstorm alert were issued Tuesday evening for parts of Ocean, Mercer, Burlington, and Monmouth counties as …
Sherrill Takes Early Lead in Latest Poll for New Jersey Governor’s Race
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ — If you’re the type of person who still believes in political polls in 2025, then this story might upset you, or …
Days After Expose on Failed Building Project Ocean County Announces Limited Opening
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Hours after we exposed the Ocean County Board of Commissioners’ lack of action regarding the reopening of the $63 million money …
Seaside Heights announces new boardwalk rules after chaotic Memorial Day weekend mayhem
SEASIDE HEIGHTS, NJ — Following a turbulent Labor Day weekend in 2024 that saw large crowds and disruptive behavior, Seaside Heights has introduced a series …
Lakewood police urge patience as investigation continues into child luring allegation
LAKEWOOD, NJ — The Lakewood Police Department is calling for community patience as it continues an internal investigation into the arrest of a 40-year-old man …