Jack Ciattarelli’s Opposition to Mikie Sherrill’s Forced LGBTQ School Curriculum Plan Sparks Outrage Among New Jersey Gay Rights Activists
Trenton, NJ – The battle for New Jersey’s governor’s office erupted this week after Democratic candidate Mikie Sherrill declared she would push LGBTQ curriculum in state schools without allowing parents to opt…
Murphy increases tax for high-end home sales in new budget
TRENTON, N.J. — Governor Phil Murphy has approved changes to New Jersey’s real estate transfer fee, increasing the so-called “mansion tax” on high-value property sales as part of the state’s new budget.…
Back to Back Shootings Blocks Away From New Jersey Statehouse Leave 1 Dead, 7 Injured
TRENTON, N.J. — At least seven people were shot in two separate incidents in Trenton’s West Ward on Thursday, with one confirmed fatality, according to the Trenton Police Department. The shootings took…
New Jersey wants to rename Delaware Bay to Bay of New Jersey
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey lawmakers are proposing to rename the Delaware Bay to the “Bay of New Jersey,” asserting state pride over a waterway that borders both New Jersey and Delaware…
Ocean County allocates $2.1M for Phase II renovations at Juvenile Detention Center
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Ocean County Board of Commissioners has introduced Ordinance #2025-21, authorizing $2.1 million in capital funding for Phase II renovations at the Juvenile Detention Center in Toms River.…
NJ Transit Train Catches Fire Forcing Commuters to Seek Alternative Transportation on Wednesday Commute
SPRING LAKE, N.J. — A small fire in the engine compartment of a southbound NJ Transit train caused delays Wednesday night on the North Jersey Coast Line, according to transit officials. The…
Overdose reported at growing homeless encampment in Toms River parking garage
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A 20-year-old individual suffered an apparent overdose Tuesday evening at the top level of the Toms River municipal parking garage, where a homeless encampment has recently formed, officials…
Sore Loser Bill Spadea Refuses to Congratulate Jack Ciattarelli on New Jersey GOP Primary Victory
Trenton, NJ – Former radio host Bill Spadea has not conceded defeat or offered congratulations to Jack Ciattarelli, who won the New Jersey Republican gubernatorial primary on June 10. Ciattarelli, a former…
Drug Overdose Reported at Makeshift Ocean County Parking Garage Homeless Encampment
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Police responded to an overdose Tuesday evening at the top level of the Toms River municipal parking garage, where a growing homeless encampment has taken shape in recent…
Suspect found with illegal gun, body armor held at Ocean County Jail
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Justyn Duval Rodriguez, is being held without bail in Ocean County Jail after being charged with multiple weapons-related offenses, including illegal possession of a handgun and body armor.…
Migrant with ICE Detainer Assaults Ocean County Jail Guards with Bodily Fluids
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A woman booked into Ocean County Jail this week is facing multiple criminal charges, including aggravated assault on a law enforcement officer and throwing bodily fluids at a…
South Amboy man sentenced in fatal Brick hit-and-run, booked into Ocean County Jail
BRICK, N.J. — Mark D. Carey, of South Amboy, has been booked into the Ocean County Jail following his conviction for fleeing the scene of a fatal pedestrian crash that occurred in…
SETS Hybrid Training opens new fitness center in Brick after success in Jackson and Toms River
BRICK, N.J. — A new SETS Hybrid Training location officially opened its doors in Brick over the weekend, following successful launches in Jackson and Toms River. Local officials, including Mayor Lisa Crate…
Toms River extends Snug Harbor Pool hours to 7 p.m. during heat wave
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — As high temperatures grip the region, Toms River officials have extended operating hours at the Municipal Pool at Snug Harbor through Wednesday. Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick today…
Brick Republican Leaders Must Return Ill-Gotten Consulting Fees – OP-ED
The recent revelations about financial misconduct within the Brick Republican Club have shaken the trust of our community. Reports indicate that Marc Vasquez, a club leader, paid himself nearly $20,000 in consulting…
Ocean County GOP avoids firm support for Ciattarelli after endorsed candidate demolished in June primary
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Ocean County Republican Organization has yet to fully throw its support behind Jack Ciattarelli, the GOP nominee for New Jersey governor, following the defeat of its endorsed…
New Jersey’s Wildlife Management Areas Can be Fun to Visit, but Don’t Do These Ten Things
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey’s wildlife management areas (WMAs) offer expansive public land access across the state, but visitors are reminded that a long list of recreational activities is prohibited under state…
Spadea tells followers to make Jack Ciattarelli “Earn It” as Democrat Sherrill leads in latest poll
TRENTON, N.J. — Republican primary election loser Bill Spadea has still not conceded his landslide loss to Jack Ciattarelli in the race for the GOP nomination for governor and is refusing to…
Manchester Township Property Eyed as a Possible Answer to Ocean County’s Homeless Crisis
TOMS RIVER, NJ – As Ocean County grapples with a growing homelessness crisis, the transformation of the Toms River branch of the Ocean County Library and its adjacent municipal parking garage into…
Sherrill and Ciattarelli split on Trump’s Iran strikes in early clash in New Jersey governor’s race
TRENTON, N.J. — In a preview of New Jersey’s 2025 gubernatorial race, Democratic Rep. Mikie Sherrill and Republican former Assemblyman Jack Ciattarelli offered sharply contrasting reactions to President Donald Trump’s recent military…
Toms River Kicks Off Summer Concert Series at Shelter Cove Tuesday Night
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Toms River Summer Concert Series kicks off Tuesday night with a performance by children’s musician Mr. Ray at Shelter Cove Beach, located at 1390 Bay Avenue. The…