Five Ways Mikie Sherrill’s Experience as a Helicopter Pilot Will Save New Jersey
Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill was a U.S. Navy pilot. If you have been watching television, you would know this because it has become the cornerstone of her political campaign to be the next…
Toms River Announces Big Plans for Summer Recreation from Bay Concerts to Beach Fun
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Toms River’s Parks and Recreation Department is preparing for a busy summer, with a wide range of events and programs planned following the pandemic’s disruptions. Director Rick Perrine…
Crystal Diner closes after decades in Toms River as Mediterranean restaurant opens in its place
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Crystal Diner, a longtime fixture at 2 Route 37 East known for its round-the-clock service and expansive American menu, has officially closed its doors, marking the end…
Sunset Seafood Bliss at Two Mile Landing A Great Way to End the Day in Cape May or Wildwood
Tucked at the foot of the Cape May–Wildwood Crest Toll Bridge, Two Mile Landing emerges as a vibrant waterfront destination, offering a delicious dual experience: the lively Crab House and the more…
JCP&L Suspends Summer Shut-Offs as New Jersey Electricity Rates Increase 20%
HOLMDEL, N.J. — A failed state energy plan has resulted in electricity rate increases as high as 20% in New Jersey, thanks to Governor Phil Murphy’s failed clean energy agenda, but one…
New Jersey Replaces Tesla EV Chargers From Turnpike with More Expensive Ones Amid Left’s Beef with Musk
TRENTON, NJ – Long before Elon Musk and President Donald Trump feuded, while it was still envogue to burn tesla dealerships and damage cybertrucks, New Jersey wanted to show the President’s number…
Sore Throat is Main Symptom of Latest COVID-19 Strain to Hit New Jersey, With Minimal Impact
TRENTON, N.J. — A newly emerging strain of COVID-19, known as Nimbus (NB.1.8.1), is now the leading variant circulating in New Jersey, with health officials noting a severe sore throat as one…
Disgraced Former NJ Senator Bob Menendez Goes to Prison
Former New Jersey Senator Bob Menendez reported to the Federal Correctional Institution, Schuylkill, in Pennsylvania on Tuesday, to begin an 11-year prison sentence for a bribery and corruption scheme. The 71-year-old, who…
Criminal Migrant Fugitive Who Escaped New Jersey ICE Facility Turned Away by Police Due to Sanctuary State Laws
NEWARK, N.J. — Only in New Jersey. A criminal alien who escaped custody during a riot at an ICE detention facility in Newark was turned away by police when he was trying…
Heat wave expected to boost New Jersey shore crowds after three rainy weekends
SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — After three consecutive weekends of rain dampened shore tourism, New Jersey beach towns are finally bracing for a major turnout as a prolonged heat wave is expected to…
Tim Walz appointee arrested and charged with murdering lawmaker and spouse in targeted political attack
GREEN ISLE, Minn. — A Minnesota man has been charged with stalking and murdering Minnesota House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and her husband, as well as stalking and shooting State Senator John…
New York Lottery sees two top prize winners in Saturday Take 5 draw
NEW YORK, NY — Two Take 5 players each won $16,518 in Saturday’s evening drawing, according to the New York Lottery, with the winning tickets purchased at locations in Jackson Heights and…
New Jersey pushes law to allow human composting facilities
TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey Senate Commerce Committee has advanced Senate Bill No. 3007, which would legalize natural organic reduction — also known as human composting — as an alternative method…
With offshore wind struggling, New Jersey Dems turn to tidal energy
TRENTON, N.J. — As offshore wind projects face mounting obstacles in New Jersey, state lawmakers are shifting their focus to a new renewable energy source: offshore tidal and wave energy. On Wednesday,…
New Jersey could soon have an official state nut
NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. — A new bill in the state legislature would name an official state nut, if passed. New Jersey has entered the growing multi-billion-dollar global hazelnut industry, becoming the first…
New Jersey to force new schools to have solar panels
TRENTON, N.J. — New legislation would require solar energy components to be included in certain school construction projects managed by the New Jersey Schools Development Authority (SDA). Under the bill, any new…
Rain showers aid firefighters with 5,000 acre blaze in South Jersey
SHAMONG TWP., N.J. — Crews with the New Jersey Forest Fire Service are making progress containing a wildfire burning in Wharton State Forest near the Carranza Memorial in Burlington County. As of…
Rumors swirl: Bill Spadea may leave New Jersey after election loss for radio gig down south
TRENTON, N.J. — Bill Spadea, who suffered a decisive defeat in New Jersey’s recent gubernatorial primary, is reportedly considering leaving the state for a new opportunity in Tennessee, according to multiple sources…
Gunfire on the beach leaves one dead at the Jersey Shore
LONG BRANCH, NJ — Authorities are investigating the shooting death of a man found Thursday night near the shoreline at Pier Village, according to Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago. At approximately…
Huerta-Arias sentenced to eight years in prison for deadly crash that killed Lakewood man
TOMS RIVER, NJ — Alejandro Huerta-Arias, 24, of Toms River, was sentenced Friday to eight years in New Jersey State Prison for vehicular homicide following a 2022 crash that killed Mark Mandel,…
Justice Department sues New York over Protect Our Courts Act blocking immigration arrests
WASHINGTON — The Justice Department filed a lawsuit Thursday against the State of New York, targeting its Protect Our Courts Act, which restricts federal immigration officials from making arrests at or near…