Shy kitten Cinnamon waits for a forever home in Jackson shelter
JACKSON, NJ – A young brown tabby kitten named Cinnamon is looking for a permanent home where she can warm up to her new family …
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Mikie Sherrill Needs New Jersey Voters to Believe Her Lie that Republicans Caused High Energy Prices, Not Democrats
As the November election looms, Rep. Mikie Sherrill (D-NJ) is intensifying her campaign to convince New Jersey voters that skyrocketing energy prices are the fault …
Beachwood driver gets five years for 86 mph drug and booze-fueled fatal crash
Plumsted Township, NJ – A Beachwood man will serve five years in New Jersey State Prison for a 2023 drunk and drug-impaired driving crash that …
New Jersey’s Plastic Bag Ban Could Be Facing Final Days if This Happens
TRENTON, NJ – When Governor Phil Murphy signed New Jersey’s plastic bag ban into law in 2020, the measure became one of the strictest in …
Point Pleasant home invasion ends with gunfire and arrest
Point Pleasant, NJ – A man and woman from Stockton, California, are in custody following an armed home invasion in Point Pleasant Borough on Thursday …
Phil Murphy’s Solar Shift Blocked by Trump as “Solar for All” Federal Grants Terminated
Trenton, NJ – Governor Phil Murphy blasted the Trump Administration on Thursday for terminating the federal Solar for All (SFA) grant program, saying the move …
Jackson Township man arrested in Howell homicide case
Howell Township, NJ – A second man has been arrested and charged in connection with a deadly shooting that occurred in early June in Howell …
Asbury Ale House to Open New Restaurant in Howell Township, Here’s Where
Howell, NJ – It happened quietly in April when Arooga’s Grille House & Sports Bar closed its doors on Route 9 after four years in …
Offshore Wind Farms Kill Whales and a New Jersey Scientist Says He Has the Proof
Long Beach Island, NJ – It started with a string of dead whales washing ashore along the New Jersey coastline—and now, a local advocacy group …
Early Morning Lakewood Fire Rips Through Westgate Orthodox Jewish Community
A two-alarm fire erupted around 4 a.m. this morning at the Westgate apartment complex, a high-density Orthodox Jewish community located near the Jackson-Lakewood border. Flames …
Toms River summer concert to feature NJ British Invasion and fireworks at Shelter Cove
Toms River, NJ – Music and fireworks are coming to Shelter Cove Beach this Sunday night as part of Toms River’s ongoing summer concert series, …
Gunfire erupts at Toms River apartment complex late Sunday night
Toms River, NJ – Shots rang out just before midnight Sunday at the Winteringham Village Apartment complex, prompting a police investigation but leaving no reported …
NJ state senator slams ‘sanctuary’ policies after illegal alien kills mother and child in Lakewood DWI crash
Lakewood, NJ – A New Jersey state senator is calling for an end to the state’s sanctuary policies after a devastating DWI crash allegedly caused …
Senators Booker and Kim Slam Stock Trading Millionaire Politicians Like Mikie Sherrill, Call for Ban on Insider Trading in D.C.
Trenton, NJ – Senator Andy Kim publicly endorsed Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill for New Jersey governor, but this week, he posted a pointed criticism of elected …
Brick Township woman pleads guilty to knife-point robbery and store burglary in Berkeley
Berkeley Township, NJ – The incident was reported during the early morning hours last October when a woman first smashed her way into one store, …
I challenge you: New Jersey lawmaker calls out Attorney General’s Immigrant Trust Directive after Illegal Alien Kills Mom and Daughter in DWI Crash
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ — A deadly crash involving a repeat offender living in the country illegally has ignited fierce political backlash, with Assemblyman Paul …
Whale that struck boat in Barnegat Inlet before washing up dead near channel was in poor condition prior to impact
BARNEGAT BAY, NJ — It happened on Saturday when a mike whale slammed into a boat in the Barnegat Inlet, throwing one person overboard and …
New Jersey is ready for mild week with mix of clouds and sun after scorching humid summer
TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey residents can expect a relatively calm and mild weather pattern throughout the week, with temperatures hovering in the low to …
Two Booked into Ocean County Jail on Violent Crimes Charges
Two Ocean County men found themselves behind bars on Monday, August 4, after being booked on separate charges stemming from violent incidents. Luis Alfredo Reyes …
WWII hero Bud Lomell to be honored as Toms River VA clinic gets new name
The U.S. Senate has passed legislation to rename the Toms River Veterans Affairs outpatient clinic in honor of one of the most decorated and pivotal …
Mikie Sherrill voted against Laken Riley Act now eyes New Jersey governorship amid sanctuary state clash
An illegal criminal alien from Mexico who was arrested three times and released is now in ICE custody after he killed a Lakewood mother and …
Movie in the Park tonight in Toms River features Finding Nemo
Toms River’s Neighborhood Movie Night in the Park series continues Monday, August 4, with a family-friendly outdoor showing of Finding Nemo at Silverton Park. Hosted …
Lakewood father charged after toddler found locked in hot car outside police station
A Lakewood man is facing criminal charges after allegedly leaving his two-year-old son locked alone in a parked car for nearly 25 minutes outside the …
Illegal Alien Drunk Driver with Long Criminal Rap Sheet Who Killed Lakewood Mother and Child Released from Ocean County Jail
An illegal alien charged in a fatal drunk driving crash that killed a woman and an 11-year-old girl in Lakewood is in the country illegally, …
Perfect weather finally arrives in New Jersey after weeks of rain, heat, and humidity
New Jersey is in for a rare and extended stretch of ideal summer weather, with sunshine, mild breezes, and low humidity dominating the forecast well …
Toms River invites residents to hit local beaches and pool during sunny weather stretch
With clear skies and warm temperatures expected throughout the week, Toms River Township is encouraging residents and visitors to take full advantage of its local …
Teen suffers critical injuries after rope swing fall at Hidden Lake in Manchester Township
A 16-year-old boy was critically injured Wednesday after falling from a rope swing at Hidden Lake in Manchester Township, prompting a massive emergency response complicated …
Watch: One Person Tossed Overboard After Minke Whale Struck in Barnegat Inlet
A 20-foot Minke whale was killed in Barnegat Bay on Saturday after being struck by a vessel, prompting a coordinated emergency response and plans for …
Gary Busey Once Snorted Cocaine Off a Dog, Admits to Groping Women at New Jersey Horror Convention
Gary Busey, the 81-year-old actor known for wild antics and cult film roles, has pleaded guilty to criminal sexual contact after admitting he groped a …
Jersey Shore forecast calls for perfect beach weather all weekend
The Jersey Shore is set to enjoy a stretch of ideal weather this weekend, making it prime time for beachgoers, boardwalk fans, and late-summer travelers. …
Road worker killed by drunk driver in Toms River
A 50-year-old road construction worker was fatally struck early Thursday morning in Toms River by a pickup truck driven by a man now charged with …
Dog accidentally starts kitchen fire, Toms River fire bureau warns on pet safety
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A home security camera captured the moment a dog accidentally started a kitchen fire prompting the township’s Fire Prevention Bureau to …
The Edge in Jackson to close after five years of service, owners thank community
JACKSON, N.J. — The Edge, a prominent dining and gathering spot on North County Line Road, will be closing its doors after five years of …
RNC sues New Jersey over delayed access to voter records
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Republican National Committee has filed a lawsuit against New Jersey’s Division of Elections, alleging that state officials have failed to produce …
Watchdog finds over 32,000 questionable voter records in New Jersey
TRENTON, NJ – A new report by the Public Interest Legal Foundation (PILF) has identified more than 32,000 potentially problematic voter records in New Jersey, …
Teen drowns in Broadkill River after crabbing outing near Milton
MILTON, Del. — Delaware State Police are investigating the drowning of an 18-year-old man whose body was recovered from the Delaware Bay on Tuesday evening, …
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 …
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 …
Jackson Zoning Board halts 1,100-home project, sends developer back to the drawing board
JACKSON, N.J. — The Jackson Zoning Board, under the legal advice of attorney Jean Cipriani, scored a victory against a contentious proposed high-density developent at …
New Jersey’s Senators are Just ‘Meh’, According to New Poll
NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. — New Jersey’s U.S. senators are facing lukewarm approval from voters, with a significant number of residents either holding unfavorable views or …
85% of New Jersey is Fed Up With Phil Murphy Citing Taxes, Transportation and Education as Key Problems
NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. — An overwhelming 85% of New Jersey residents are dissatisfied with how the state government is handling the cost of living and …
1 dead, 13 injured after lightning strike at Jackson Township archery range
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A lightning strike at an outdoor archery range in Ocean County left one man dead and 13 others injured Wednesday evening, …
Jimmy Buffett tribute band Parrot Beach to headline Toms River concert with fireworks show
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Mayor Dan Rodrick and the Toms River Recreation Department will host Jimmy Buffett tribute band Parrot Beach as part of the …
New Jersey GOP Congressman backs bill to release Epstein files despite AG dismissal
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Rep. Jeff Van Drew announced Tuesday he has cosponsored legislation introduced by Rep. Thomas Massie aimed at releasing the full set of …
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 …
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 …
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 …