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 fundraiser at New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy’s…
Feds Raid North Jersey Liquor Warehouse, Twenty Detained
EDISON, N.J. — Federal immigration agents detained 20 people during a raid Tuesday at the Alba Wine & Spirits warehouse in Edison, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security confirmed. The operation, conducted…
New Jersey Governor Allocates $900,000 to New York Comsos as 75 School Districts Left Underfunded
PATERSON, NJ –New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy has sparked controversy by allocating $900,000 in state funds to support the New York Cosmos soccer team, a decision that has drawn sharp criticism from…
Car crashes into CVS after three-vehicle collision on Route 71 in Wall Township
WALL TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A car crashed into a CVS Pharmacy on Route 71 late Wednesday following a three-vehicle collision that left one driver injured, according to Wall Township police. The incident…
Bayonne honors World War II Marine veteran and retired police lieutenant Owen Ballweg
BAYONNE, N.J. — Members of the Bayonne Police Department gathered Thursday to salute the funeral procession of retired Lieutenant Owen Ballweg, a decorated Marine Corps veteran and longtime city officer. Ballweg, who…
SBA Announces Ticking Clock Federal Drought Relief Assistance for New Jersey, Farmers Ineligible
TRENTON, N.J. — The U.S. Small Business Administration is reminding small businesses and private nonprofit organizations in New Jersey that they have until Aug. 11 to apply for federal disaster loans to…
Murphy blames GOP for rising energy costs in New Jersey, cites federal spending bill
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy is blaming Republicans and the Trump Administration for rising energy prices across the state, criticizing a recently signed federal spending bill he says will…
Uninsured Drunk Driver Charged in Ocean County
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A man booked into the Ocean County jail on Thursday is facing multiple charges, including driving while intoxicated, obstruction, and operating a vehicle without insurance, according to county…
Bootleggers Busted for Selling Unlicensed Booze in New Jersey
TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey officials announced enforcement actions Wednesday against nine out-of-state retailers for allegedly selling and shipping alcohol into the state without a license, in violation of consumer protection and…
SummerFest concert in Brick canceled due to weather, rescheduled for July 31
BRICK, N.J. — Brick Township Police announced the cancellation of Thursday night’s SummerFest concert due to forecasted inclement weather. The performance by The Brit Pack was originally scheduled for the evening but…
Medford officers rescue kitten from storm drain, find it a new home
MEDFORD, N.Y. — Suffolk County Police officers rescued a kitten trapped in a storm drain Saturday afternoon, after a resident reported hearing cries coming from beneath Jordan Drive. Emergency Service Section officers…
Rodrick Cuts Budget 9% – No Municipal Tax Increase
On June 30th, Mayor Rodrick and the Toms River Township Council presented a budget for 2025 that has a 9% reduction in overall spending while maintaining a zero percent tax increase. The…
New E-ZPass fine targets improper mounting amid concerns over alleged Chinese-linked provider
NEW YORK, N.Y. — Drivers using E-ZPass at Port Authority crossings will now face a new Mid-Tier toll penalty if their tag is not properly mounted on the windshield — part of…
Thursday morning commuters face heavy delays at key New Jersey crossings, highway backups
NEWARK, N.J. — Drivers across New Jersey encountered multiple slowdowns and lane closures Thursday morning as rush hour traffic built up at major crossings and along key routes. The George Washington Bridge…
New Jersey’s Dollar a Day Auto Insurance Leaves Fully Paid Insurance Plans to Pay the Bill
TRENTON, N.J. — Automobile insurance in New Jersey is skyrocketing and there doesn’t seem to be an end in sight. Driver’s licenses for illegal aliens and this low-cost $1 per day insurance…
As NJ schools face cuts and closures, Murphy signs $3 billion universal pre-k, kindergarten law
TRENTON, N.J. — Governor Phil Murphy has signed a sweeping $3 billion early childhood education bill into law, mandating universal access to state-funded preschool and full-day kindergarten across New Jersey by the…
John Stewart charged with lewd acts at New Jersey middle school
FAIR LAWN, N.J. — A former school district employee from Midland Park was arrested Wednesday on multiple charges after allegedly committing lewd acts inside Thomas Jefferson Middle School in Fair Lawn, authorities…
Shelter shepherd waits as foster plea goes unanswered
NEW JERSEY — A 4-year-old German Shepherd named Nymeria remains in a New Jersey shelter as advocates continue to search for a foster home to save her from deteriorating conditions. Nymeria was…
Married Middletown school board member armed himself with guns to confront lover’s husband
MIDDLETOWN, N.J. — Joe Fitzgerald, a Middletown Board of Education member was released from jail following his arrest in a weapons-related incident that stemmed from an alleged extramarital affair according to court…
Two Atlantic City residents arrested in deadly Route 40 overpass shooting
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. – Two Atlantic City residents were arrested Wednesday in connection with the fatal shooting of 43-year-old Vaughn Lyons, who was found dead late Sunday night on the Route 40…
Newark police seek help identifying suspect in Park Avenue stabbing
NEWARK, N.J. — Authorities are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a man who allegedly stabbed another person in Newark early Sunday morning. Newark Public Safety Director Emanuel Miranda, Sr., said…