Nude beachgoers in New Jersey raise funds for body positivity causes
SANDY HOOK, NJ – Under clear skies and summer heat, visitors to Gunnison Beach shed more than just their clothes on July 12, joining International Skinny Dip Day to raise money for…
Ocean County commissioner to demolish popular South Seaside Park oceanfront restaurant to build custom homes
SOUTH SEASIDE PARK, N.J. — Chef Mike Jurusz, longtime operator of the Atlantic Bar & Grill, announced this week that the popular waterfront restaurant will shut its doors at the end of…
Wildfire risk elevated across New Jersey as dry, gusty conditions raise warnings
TRENTON, NJ — The National Weather Service has issued a Special Weather Statement warning of an elevated wildfire risk across New Jersey today, fueled by low humidity and gusty southwesterly winds. According…
Josh Gottheimer pitches plan to raise your property taxes if he becomes governor
TRENTON, NJ — U.S. Rep. Josh Gottheimer, a Democrat running for governor of New Jersey, unveiled a proposal aimed at slashing property tax burdens for newcomers by allowing them to pay the…
Senator Andy Kim calls himself a ‘Pell Grant kid’—but his elite education and family background raise questions
MARLTON, N.J. — U.S. Senator Andy Kim, a Rhodes Scholar and Oxford graduate, described himself as a “Pell Grant kid” this week—prompting questions about how he qualified for federal aid typically reserved…
Embattled Middletown School Board Puts Closures on Hold, Will Drastically Raise Taxes Instead
LEONARDO, N.J. — The Middletown Township Public School District has announced it will not move forward with previously considered school closures for the 2025–2026 academic year, following a revised proposal involving a…
Phil Murphy Wants to Raise Your Taxes, But Doesn’t Want to Fund Your Suburban Schools
TOMS RIVER, NJ — Assemblymen Greg McGuckin and Paul Kanitra (R-Ocean) are criticizing Gov. Phil Murphy’s school funding proposal, arguing that it deliberately underfunds schools while forcing districts to raise property taxes.…
Toms River fire commissioner candidates oppose tax hike raise concerns over future department direction
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Fire commissioner candidates Rick Tutela and Michael Hopson are campaigning on a platform of maintaining stable fire taxes and supporting volunteer firefighters while opposing what they describe as…
New Jersey Legislators Seek to Raise Minimum Age for Lottery Ticket Purchases
TRENTON, N.J. — A newly proposed bill in New Jersey aims to increase the minimum age for horse racing and lottery wagering from 18 to 21, aligning these activities with other gambling…
Nineteen States to Raise Flag For Inauguration Day, New Jersey isn’t One of Them
TRENTON, NJ — Nineteen states announced that they would raise their flags to full staff on Monday for the inauguration of Donald Trump, despite the national half-staff order following the death of…
Many New Jersey Workers Will Get a Raise on New Year’s Day
TRENTON, N.J. — On Jan. 1, 2025, New Jersey’s statewide minimum wage for most workers increased by 36 cents, bringing the hourly rate to $15.49, as part of the state’s ongoing adjustments…
Toms River schools raise funds for Vest-A-Cop campaign
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Toms River Regional Schools showed strong support for local law enforcement through their participation in the 2024 Vest-A-Cop campaign, raising funds to provide protective vests for officers…
New Jersey Seeks to Raise Vape by Mail Age Limit to 21
TRENTON, N.J. — A new bill aims to strengthen New Jersey’s age restrictions on electronic smoking devices and tobacco products by prohibiting delivery of these items to individuals under the age of…
Students and Faculty Raise Funds for Brick Police Body Armor
BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ — Drum Point Elementary School recently organized a Pie Fundraiser to support the Brick Police Department. The event aimed to gather donations for the department’s vest fund, which is…
Phil Murphy Wants to Raise Sales Tax to Fix New Jersey Transit Budget Crisis
TRENTON, N.J. – Assembly Republican Conference Leader Christopher DePhillips is urging legislative leaders to avoid tax increases as Democrats discuss raising the sales tax to support NJ Transit in the final weeks…
Proposal to Raise New Jersey Sales Tax to Bail Out NJ Transit Challenged
TRENTON, N.J. – Assemblyman Brian Bergen criticized the NJ Business and Industry Association’s (NJBIA) advocacy efforts after the organization suggested increasing the state sales tax rate to 7% to solve NJ Transit’s…
New Jersey Law Would Allow School Districts Decimated by S2 Formula to Raise Taxes Above 2% Cap
Senate Bill No. 2434 Offers Financial Flexibility to School Districts Facing Aid Reductions TRENTON, NJ – The Senate Education Committee has favorably reported on Senate Bill No. 2434, a legislative move designed…
Rain and Wind Raise Flood and Damage Concerns
TOMS RIVER, NJ The National Weather Service has issued a weather alert forecasting more rain from Saturday through Monday. Expected widespread rain this weekend, particularly on Saturday and into the night, could…
New Jersey Best State to Raise A Family, Governor Boasts
TRENTON, NJ – Governor Phil Murphy unveiled his seventh annual budget address, highlighting priorities for Fiscal Year 2025 aimed at solidifying New Jersey’s status as the premier location for families. Emphasizing affordability,…
Fired Toms River Engineer’s Firm Hired by Jackson Municipal Utilities Authority
TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Jackson Township Municipal Utilities Authority has hired the firm of Van Cleef Engineering Associates, LLC, where former Toms River Township Engineer Robert Chankalian serves as Senior Professional…
Lawmaker Tells Murphy: If You Want to Raise Taxes and Waste Money, New Jersey’s Not for You
In a recent video released by the Assembly Republican Office, Assemblyman Paul Kanitra questions the nearly 60% increase in New Jersey’s state budget over the past five years. The budget has soared…