Police ID man killed in crash with tractor-trailer
The 79-year-old Point Pleasant man's Lexus crashed into the back of a tractor-trailer on Route 70. WALL TOWNSHIP - Authorities have identified the 79-year-old man who was killed Friday after his sport...
View ArticleFishing boat sinks off Sandy Hook, report says
The three crew aboard the Lady Gertrude were rescued safely POINT PLEASANT BEACH -- A nearly 80-foot-long commercial fishing vessel went down in the waters about 40 miles southeast of Sandy Hook...
View Article2 dead in Belmar fire, report says
The fire broke out Monday night BELMAR -- Two people were killed in a house fire in the 200 block of 14th. Avenue, News 12 New Jersey reported Monday night. The fire broke out around 9:30 p.m. Crews...
View ArticleRemember these now-defunct Six Flags Great Adventure rides?
On National Rollercoaster Day, we take a look at some of our favorites vanished rides from Six Flags Great Adventure, including Lightnin' Loops and Freefall. You may have forgotten to mark it on your...
View Article2 environmental groups want to halt Casino Pier expansion
67 acres of wetlands in Tons River would be preserved if the deal is allowed SEASIDE HEIGHTS -- Two environmental groups want to block a planned beach-swap that will allow Seaside Heights' Casino Pier...
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Volunteer firefighter accused of stealing $30K from department
The 46-year-old wrote checks to himself or 'cash' over a three-year period, according to police MANCHESTER -- A former Manchester volunteer firefighter has been charged with stealing more than $30,000...
View ArticleSearching for serenity? Check out these 8 cozy cabins for sale in N.J.
Surround yourself with trees in these on-the-market properties. While some thrive on the flurry of activity that surrounds life in the city, others may seek a more tranquil atmosphere with fewer...
View ArticleN.J. school district plans drug testing for 7th, 8th graders
The voluntary program will be offered to students who participate in interscholastic athletic programs or extracurricular programs. LACEY TOWNSHIP - Parents and school officials are about to have...
View ArticleMilitary kids at joint base get back-to-school supplies
Over 300 backpacks, filled with school supplies were distributed to military families at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst by Operation Homefront. JOINT BASE MCGUIRE-DIX-LAKEHURST -- Operation...
View ArticleBoardwalk battle: Tram car vs. monster truck tug-of-war (PHOTOS)
Who do you think put the pedal to the metal and won the battle at this popular N.J. shore town? WILDWOOD -- It may have seemed like a mismatch from the start: A 600-horsepower monster truck vs. an...
View ArticleN.J. school district to drug test middle schoolers | Your Comments
NJ.com readers react to a New Jersey school district's plans to administer voluntary random drug test to 7th and 8th graders. LACEY TOWNSHIP - In what school district officials called an attempt to...
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Man who pointed out N.J. mayor exaggerated military service settles suit
Navy vet created a Facebook page to point out the Stafford mayor's exaggerations STAFFORD -- A Navy veteran who alleged township officials retaliated against him after he pointed out the Stafford...
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Police say this man tried to hit police officer with car
Complaints have been filed against Colby Hayles, accusing him of he knowingly fleeing an officer and aggravated assault, police say SOUTH TOMS RIVER -- Police are looking for a man they say tried to...
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Vintage photos of New Jerseyans engaged in 'dicey' activities
Building forts deep in the woods, climbing fences and roughhousing on the school playground were activities I'm glad I experienced. Each time I collect photos for this gallery I find myself wary that...
View ArticleBeach access bill goes too far, DEP officials say
A beach access bill to be debated in legislative committees on Thursday is unnecessary because state regulations already address the issue, state environmental officials said TRENTON -- Changes to the...
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Meth lab, large drug stash seized in 2nd raid of house in 2 months, cops say
Eight people were arrested after police allegedly found a variety of drugs as well as cash and paraphernalia BERKELEY TOWNSHIP - A large supply of drugs as well as a suspected methamphetamine lab were...
View ArticleBeach access debate examines rights of property owners and public
The state legislature is trying to clarify the role the state Department of Environmental Protection plays in guaranteeing waterfront access to the public TOMS RIVER -- State lawmakers looking to...
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Lakewood police officer dead at 31
Patrolman Craig Lawson was the son of recently retired chief LAKEWOOD -- The township's police department was in mourning Thursday following the sudden death of a young officer who joined the force...
View ArticleMarijuana grow operation reportedly discovered at N.J. home
The marijuana plants were reportedly found behind the fence of a home along Route 9. BERKELEY TOWNSHIP - Authorities reportedly discovered a marijuana growing operation at a Route 9 home on Thursday....
View ArticleN.J. towns sue 35 hospitals over property taxes
The New Jersey Hospital Association said 35 of the 58 nonprofit hospitals have been hit with tax appeals – a challenge to their tax-exempt status. TRENTON -- Eager to tap into a new source of cash to...
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