Jackson, NJ—A grant from Jackson’s Clean Communities program helped a local organization clear hundreds of trash bags of litter from the city’s roadways this weekend.
New Jersey Clean Communities is a statewide program that promotes volunteer cleanup of public lands.
This week, dozens of local groups hit the highways with trash bags and began cleaning the streets.
Each year, the township hosts these public cleanups and reimburses organizations and community groups $500 per mile of road cleaned. That funding comes from the NJ DEP’s New Jersey Clean Communities grant.
This year, approximately 30 groups, directed by Jackson DPW under Shawn Bolinksy hit the roads and cleaned up over 200 bags of trash. That doesn’t include the tires or wood pallets discarded along the roadside, which were also collected.
Jackson Council President Jennifer Kuhn worked alongside the Jackson Thunder Travel Little League to clean up Grawtown Road.
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“This is a great way for the community to pitch in and help keep our roadways clean,” Councilwoman Kuhn said. I want to thank all of the organizations that came out to pitch in today.”
The Clean Communities Program was organized under Mayor Michael Reina’s administration. It was previously managed by Patricia Wood, who grew the program over the years before her passing in 2021.
- New Jersey Lottery Winner Still Has Not Claimed $1.3 Million Ticket Sold in Freehold
TRENTON, NJ – A Jersey Cash 5 jackpot worth $1.3 million is about to slip away, as the winning ticket purchased in Monmouth County last November remains unclaimed and is set to expire in just weeks.
The ticket, valued at $1,300,245, was sold at the Wawa located at 3303 Route 9 in Freehold. It matched the winning numbers for the November 25, 2024, drawing. Under New Jersey Lottery rules, winning tickets must be redeemed within one year.
“Players really should check their tickets,” New Jersey Lottery Executive Director James Carey urged. “We have several ways our players can verify if they are winners. More than once, I’ve seen players come to us after a period of time saying they won a prize after finding a misplaced ticket.”
The reminder comes as several other large prizes approach their expiration dates. A $150,000 Jersey Cash 5 ticket purchased at White Oak Liquors in Belleville will expire November 1, while a $50,000 Powerball ticket sold at Stew Leonard’s in Paramus must be claimed by November 23.
In May, a Mercer County player discovered a four-month-old Mega Millions ticket worth $1 million, proving forgotten jackpots do get redeemed — but only if players check.
A millionaire may be out there holding nothing more than a slip of paper.
- Spirit Christmas expands New Jersey holiday pop-ups with new 2025 locations including Toms River
TOMS RIVER, N.J. – Spirit Christmas, known for its seasonal pop-up shops filled with holiday decor, apparel, and gifts, is returning to New Jersey with an expanded lineup of stores for the 2025 holiday season.
In addition to established locations in Mays Landing, Marlton, Brick, and Woodbridge last year, new storefronts will open this year in Cherry Hill, Lawrenceville, Paramus, Rockaway, and Toms River.
Confirmed 2025 store locations include:
- 190 Hamilton Commons, Mays Landing, NJ 08330
- 2234 W Marlton Pike Rd, Plot E3, Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
- 1379 Hooper Ave, Toms River, NJ 08753
- 3371 Brunswick Ave, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648
- 34 East Ridgewood Ave, Paramus, NJ 07652
- 357 Mount Hope Ave, Rockaway, NJ 07866
Shoppers can expect a wide selection of Christmas decorations, from artificial trees and lights to outdoor inflatables. The stores also feature gifts, stocking stuffers, and home goods for all ages.
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Beyond merchandise, Spirit Christmas offers immersive experiences, including themed displays like “Peppermint Village,” a “Letters to Santa” station, and in some stores, “Creepmas” décor for those seeking a spooky twist on the holidays. Select locations may also host photo opportunities with Santa.
The pop-up chain, an offshoot of Spirit Halloween, is designed to bring a festive shopping experience while operating for just a few months each year.