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Check your pantries: Recall alert linked to NJ raisin company
August has been a month for recalls: Walmart apple juice and Purdue ready-to-eat chicken nuggets. We’re not out of the woods yet — a New Jersey-based company has joined the growing recall list. Pine Brook’s Sunco & Frenchie is recalling its 10-ounce Terrafina Golden Raisins because the product...
New Jersey Drivers Think This Is Our Area’s Most Dreaded Road
The easy answer to the question of which road in Monmouth and Ocean Counties is ‘all of them’, but we dug a little deeper. You can make a compelling argument for at least a dozen roads in our area that could proudly hold this title. And frankly, each...
NJ announces $3M to boost training of disability aides as group homes face labor crisis
New Jersey announced a $3 million program Tuesday to improve training for workers who care for people with developmental disabilities and mental health needs, in the latest attempt to boost an industry plagued by low pay and high turnover. Employees of the group homes and therapy programs used by an estimated 26,500...
Whopping $1.3 Million Winning Lottery Ticket Sold at New Jersey Food Store
The New Jersey Lottery has just made another player a millionaire. Someone walked into a food store in the Garden State this week and purchased a lottery ticket worth seven figures! Find out where the winning ticket was sold. Winning a million dollars must be a SURREAL feeling, like too...
An inside look at new casino openings and innovations in New Jersey
This content was produced in partnership with Bazoom Group. New Jersey's casino scene is buzzing with excitement as new establishments open their doors and introduce groundbreaking innovations. Residents and visitors alike are eager to explore these new venues and enjoy the latest gaming experiences. Here's an inside look at what you can expect from the newest additions to the Garden State's casino landscape.
Don’t miss out: NJ changes some rules for newest ANCHOR rebates
💲 Applicants will face additional ID verification. 💲 Double check whether your payment should be automatic this year. Notices are about to hit millions of mailboxes throughout New Jersey, to get the ball rolling on another round of property tax relief. Many residents likely won't have to do...
Local garden clubs kick off a new season
Just when many of you might be considering your garden season over, local garden clubs are just getting started. After taking a summer break from their regular meeting schedule, the garden clubs kickoff the start of the new gardening season in September to meet and plan for 2024-2025. Both “seasoned” and novice gardeners come together to share their knowledge and learn from each other while celebrating their collective passion for plants.
Fall for these fun events in September
Labor Day Weekend is here. While this traditionally means the height of tourist season comes to an end, there are still plenty of activities and happenings at the southern Jersey Shore this fall. Here are some favorite events that you can look forward to this month. Good Old Days in...
Man found dead after drowning in NJ, police say
Officials are investigating after the body of a man was found dead after drowning in Gloucester County, New Jersey, on Thursday, Aug. 29, according to police. The body of water where the man was found is located at the Cedar Lake Wildlife Management area off of Jackson Road in Monroe Township, according to a spokesperson with the police department there.
Body of missing swimmer pulled from lake in Gloucester County, New Jersey
The body of a missing swimmer was pulled from the water Thursday in Gloucester County, New Jersey.Police and rescue crews were called to the Cedar Lake Wildlife Management area off Jackson Road in Monroe Twp. around 2 p.m.After several hours of searching, the body of Rafael Martinez Pascual was pulled from the water around 5 p.m.Chopper 6 was overhead as rescuers searched for a missing swimmer in Monroe Twp., Gloucester County.Police say Pascual was a citizen of Mexico but lived in Pitman, NJ. He was reportedly swimming with friends when he disappeared beneath the surface.The victim was pronounced dead at the scene.Police say this area was closed for public access and swimming is prohibited, according to Wildlife Management Area regulations.This is the fourth victim to die by drowning in Monroe Township during the 2024 summer season.
Ex-boyfriend paid nearly $40K for acid attack on N.J. woman, prosecutor says
A Gloucester County woman hospitalized after an attacker doused her with sulfuric acid last month has undergone more than 10 surgeries so far and her survival is not guaranteed, according to prosecutors. The woman’s ex-boyfriend is accused of masterminding the July 26 attack outside of the victim’s Monroe Township home...
Baseball team concerned for future after they are charged soaring cost to use once free field
MONROE TOWNSHIP, N.J. - Young baseball players in Gloucester County are worried about the future of their team, as they are now being charged an exorbitant amount of money to use a field that was once free. The team, the South Jersey Braves, braved Wednesday night’s heat for a scrimmage...
Woman struck by police vehicle on beach in Wildwood, New Jersey, witnesses say
A woman is hospitalized after she was struck by a police vehicle that was driving on the beach in Wildwood, New Jersey, according to witnesses.The woman was lying on the beach when she was hit.People on the beach at Rio Grande Ave in Wildwood on Wednesday heard the commotion around 3:30 p.m."Everybody was gathering around screaming, yelling at the person in the truck, 'Stop! There's somebody under your truck! You hit somebody!'" said Rose Simone of Chalfont, Pa.Emergency responders were called to the beach for a report of a person struck by a vehicle.No details have been released by police...
Jackson Day 2024 to Feature Food, Fun, and Fireworks at John Johnson Memorial Park
JACKSON, N.J. — Jackson Township is set to celebrate its annual Jackson Day on Sunday, September 15, at Johnson Memorial Park. Organized by the Jackson Recreation Department, this year’s event…
Spring Lake Theatre presents ‘First Aide’ play written by Sea Girt resident Frank Kineavy
The Spring Lake Theatre will present “First Aide,” written by Sea Girt resident Frank Kineavy. First Aide will be performed on Saturday, September 7. Ticket price is $30 and includes a cocktail reception and Q and A with Frank Kineavy after the performance. “First Aide” tells the story of Lenny, a nonverbal wheelchair user, moves to the big city to start his career in journalism.
Nearly 150 counts of animal cruelty for Brick, NJ man
An Ocean County man has been indicted on 149 counts of animal cruelty. Jeffrey Finlay, 56, of Brick, was indicted on Wednesday in connection with the removal of cats and dogs from his home over a year ago, according to the Ocean County Prosecutor's Office. According to authorities, Finlay called...
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