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Jackson Council Gets Tough on Illegal Rentals With Strict New Ordinance

August 14, 2025

Jackson, NJ – The Jackson Township council is getting tough on illegal rentals and weak code enforcement operations by calling for the restructuring of the code enforcement department and enacting a new…

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ICE operation in Lakewood nets three repeat illegal Mexican border crossers

August 12, 2025

LAKEWOOD, NJ – Federal immigration agents took three Mexican nationals into custody on Sunday, alleging each had returned to the United States after multiple prior deportations. The Aug. 10 arrests were confirmed…

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Poll Shows New Jersey Isn’t Buying Murphy’s Blame Shifting on Skyrocketting Energy Prices

August 9, 2025

Poll shows NJ voters fault utility companies and Gov. Murphy for rising electric bills MADISON, NJ – New Jersey voters frustrated over higher electricity costs are most likely to blame utility companies,…

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Brooklyn man threatened to shoot workers at Lakewood Supermarket, police report

Five Towns NJ News

LAKEWOOD, NJ – A Brooklyn man was arrested and charged for making terroristic threats at the Evergreen Supermarket located on River Avenue early Tuesday morning. According to Lakewood Police Department Captain Greg…

March 21, 2023

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The Arc to host step up walk at ShoreTown Ballpark

Community News

by Jasmine Walker Lakewood, NJ – On Saturday, May 13, 2023, the Ocean County Chapter of The Arc will host its 21st Annual Step Up for The Arc Walk at ShoreTown Ballpark,…

March 21, 2023

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Gopal funding bill falls short to ‘save’ Jersey Shore school funding slashes by Murphy

Five Towns NJ News

TOMS RIVER, NJ – An emergency school funding bill is being criticized as election time political theater by a prominent North Jersey legislator. A bill introduced by Monmouth County Democrat Vin Gopal…

March 20, 2023

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Lakewood Strand Theater seeking new manager

Business News

by Fran Kirschner LAKEWOOD, NJ – The Strand Theater of Lakewood is seeking a new manager to assist in managing operations at the historic theater. The board of the Strand Theater, 400…

March 20, 2023

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Machete wielding suspect menaced multiple people in Lakewood, arrested

Central Jersey News

LAKEWOOD, NJ – Police in Lakewood have arrested 22-year-old Max Miliano Sanchez after he waved a machete in front of five people walking along Forest Avenue Monday night. Lakewood Police Department Capt.…

March 14, 2023

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Mother, Daughter struck by vehicle while crossing Route 9 in Lakewood

Five Towns NJ News

LAKEWOOD, NJ – A mother and daughter were struck by a car while crossing Route 9 in the area of Chestnut Street Friday night in Lakewood. Lakewood Police and EMS responded to…

March 11, 2023

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Robbery suspect armed with scissors arrested in Lakewood after setting fire

Five Towns NJ News

LAKEWOOD, NJ – Police arrested a 21-year-old man after a botched attempted armed robbery in Lakewood Township on Thursday. Ricardo Buitron, 21, is alleged to have approached a 20-year-old victim in the…

March 10, 2023

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Lakewood school bus driver ran over child after exiting, left scene

Five Towns NJ News

LAKEWOOD, NJ – A child who exited a Lakewood school bus Thursday evening ran in front of the bus and was run over by the driver who did not know the child…

March 10, 2023

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Gilmore: It’s never easy to be on the losing end, touts great turnout at GOP convention

Central Jersey News

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Ocean County GOP chairman George Gilmore today said while it’s never easy to be on the losing end of an election, the turnout at this week’s convention shows…

March 10, 2023

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Toms River joins chorus of towns calling for a halt to offshore wind project amid a rise in whale deaths

Central Jersey News

TOMS RIVER, NJ – New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy has repeatedly stuck to his guns, saying the increase in whale deaths at the Jersey Shore is not related to a massive wind…

March 2, 2023

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Lakewood’s Strand Theater announces board reorganization

Community News

by Fran Kirschner LAKEWOOD, NJ – The board of the Strand Theater, 400 Clifton Avenue, Lakewood, held its reorganization meeting this February. Each executive officer will serve a one-year term. Amy Freeman…

March 1, 2023

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Free rabies clinic in Lakewood

Five Towns NJ News

by Fran Kirschner LAKEWOOD, NJ – Lakewood Township will be hosting a free rabies clinic for pet owners in April. Lakewood Township has announced that it will hold a Free Rabies Clinic…

March 1, 2023

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Jack Ciattarelli joined decertified Toms River GOP club as questionable 2023 candidates endorsed

Five Towns NJ News

TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Toms River Regular Republican Club, decertified by the Ocean County GOP, has announced their off-line challengers to the Ocean County GOP’s party line. Former GOP President Geri…

February 27, 2023

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Sauickie jumps ship after defying Jackson mayor as assembly primary looms

Five Towns NJ News

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Former Jackson Township Councilman Alex Sauickie is having a change of heart after vehemently opposing Mayor Michael Reina in the 2022 mayoral election. Last November, Saucikie sat squarely…

February 23, 2023

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Man with Lakewood ties shot and killed in North Miami robbery

Five Towns NJ News

LAKEWOOD, NJ – Police in North Miami Beach reported on Sunday that Hershy Schwartz, 40, was found shot and killed inside his vehicle. Police located Schwartz unresponsive and unconscious in the area…

February 20, 2023

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New Jersey considering handicap parking access for those with gastrointestinal health problems

Five Towns NJ News

LAKEWOOD, NJ -Senator Robert Singer of New Jersey has introduced legislation that would allow individuals with gastrointestinal disorders to park in handicapped parking spaces. “People who live with health challenges such as…

February 17, 2023

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Jackson’s Cassville Tavern sold to new owners

Business News

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Known for its trademark burgers and bullseye outside the building, the Cassville Tavern is closing down after more than 50 years in business. Last year, the Cassville Tavern…

February 15, 2023

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Entire New Jersey town’s elected officials switch parties, here’s why

New Jersey News

Bronson Winslow on February 9, 2023 Several elected officials in East Hanover, New Jersey, announced Tuesday that they had switched their party affiliation from Democrat to Republican. The leaders, including Mayor Joseph Pannullo…

February 9, 2023

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Newspaper notice bill could save towns money and help community newspapers

Business News

Newspapers like the Asbury Park Press, Star-Ledger, and Press of Atlantic City have for so long held their monopoly on government notices, a lucrative public mandate that has kept many struggling newspaper…

February 9, 2023

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Police arrest gunman in connection with Towns Commons Court shooting

Maryland News

GERMANTOWN, MD – The Montgomery County Department of Police has arrested and charged 26-year-old Twon Kelly, of Kensington, for a shooting that occurred took place on December 27. According to police, shortly…

February 2, 2023

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