Government
By JEANNE WALL
January 22, 2026
UNION BEACH, NJ — Gov. Phil Murphy, during his last hours in office, granted clemency to Maria Montalvo, a Union Beach woman serving a 100-year prison sentence for the horrific 1994 deaths of her two young children. The decision drew sharp condemnation from Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond ...
UNION BEACH, NJ — Gov. Phil Murphy, during his last hours in office, granted clemency to Maria Montalvo, a Union Beach woman serving a 100-year prison sentence for the horrific 1994 deaths of her two young children. The decision drew sharp condemnation from Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond ...
WOOD-RIDGE, NJ – Wood-Ridge appointed Jacqueline Goldklang as Director of Recreation at the January 21, 2026, meeting of the Wood-Ridge Mayor and Council. Mayor Paul Sarlo made the appointment, which was approved by the Council.Additionally, the following individuals were named to the Board of ...
TRENTON, NJ – In one of his last acts before leaving office, Gov. Phil Murphy signed into law S4834/A6235, Senate President Nick Scutari’s legislation to regulate electric bicycles in New Jersey following several crashes, including a fatality in Scotch Plains last September. The bill updates the ...
Rep. Nick Langworthy on Wednesday signed on as a cosponsor of the “Make Greenland Great Again Act.” The resolution, HR-361, would authorize the president to pursue negotiations with Denmark about the possible acquisition of Greenland. Langworthy, a Republican representing the 23rd Congressional ...
MAPLEWOOD, NJ - At its January 20, 2026, Township Committee meeting, the Township of Maplewood formally proclaimed January as Human Trafficking Prevention Month, reaffirming the community’s commitment to raising awareness, protecting vulnerable individuals, and supporting survivors of human ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – A set of maternal and infant health bills sponsored by Monmouth County Assemblywomen Dr. Margie Donlon and Luanne Peterpaul and signed into law by Gov. Phil Murphy is set to bring new protections and added breathing room for families navigating pregnancy and newborn care in New ...
ROXBURY, NJ — After years of holding municipal taxes flat despite rising costs, Roxbury Township might need to implement a moderate tax rate increase in 2026 to address mounting expenses and limited ratable growth.That was the message given to the township Mayor and Council on Jan. 20 by Roxbury ...
Gov. Mikie Sherrill declared a utility-costs state of emergency in an inauguration speech filled with New Jersey pride on Tuesday, as she moved to take on the affordability crisis in the Garden State and “shake up the status quo.”Standing before state lawmakers in the N.J. Performing Arts Center ...
Gov. Mikie Sherrill declared a utility-costs state of emergency in an inauguration speech filled with New Jersey pride on Tuesday, as she moved to take on the affordability crisis in the Garden State and “shake up the status quo.”Standing before state lawmakers in the N.J. Performing Arts Center ...
HOBOKEN, NJ— Hoboken has joined Mayors Against Illegal Guns, a national bipartisan coalition focused on reducing gun violence and advancing evidence-based public safety strategies, following action taken by Mayor Emily B. Jabbour during her inaugural remarks.The move marked Jabbour's first act as ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ – A native of Jersey City Heights, current resident of Ward F, and product of local public schools will lead Jersey City’s Law Department, Mayor James Solomon announced on Wednesday.Sarah Michael Levine will serve as Corporation Counsel for the City of Jersey City, effective ...
DOYLESTOWN, PA—Doylestown Township may make it easier for residents to build accessory apartments and similar structures on their properties.At a Tuesday night meeting of the township’s Board of Supervisors, township officials asked staff to propose a new ordinance that would make it easier for ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Residents and city officials addressed a wide range of issues at Tuesday’s Summit Common Council meeting, with discussion focused on affordable housing obligations, proposed development projects, public safety trends, and governance matters related to city housing leadership. Public ...
PISCATAWAY, N.J. — Mayor Brian Wahler presented a proclamation recognizing January as Muslim Heritage Month during Tuesday’s Piscataway Township Council meeting, underscoring the significant and growing contributions of Muslim Americans to the township’s civic, cultural and economic life.The ...
TRENTON, NJ — After more than a decade of clicking keyboards, students will be required to put pen to paper once again as cursive writing makes a comeback in public schools. In his final hours in office, Gov. Phil Murphy signed S1783/A3865 into law, requiring all school districts to reintroduce ...
TRENTON, NJ — After more than a decade of clicking keyboards, students will be required to put pen to paper once again as cursive writing makes a comeback in public schools. In his final hours in office, Gov. Phil Murphy signed S1783/A3865 into law, requiring all school districts to reintroduce ...
NEWTON, NJ – With crews working all day and into the night on Tuesday, the water main repair has been completed and the traffic patterns have returned to normal, according to town officials on Wednesday morning.Traffic is being detoured around the area of a water main break at Route 206 and Clinton ...
TRENTON, NJ — An e-bike bill that supporters framed as a public safety fix has been signed into law by Gov. Phil Murphy on his final day in office. Supporters said the legislation is designed to modernize state law as e-bike use continues to grow across New Jersey, alongside rising concerns about ...
EAST WINDSOR, NJ – If you like to walk through East Windsor Township for exercise or travel, you will be happy about improvements coming to pedestrian bridges in the community. A pair of projects that will enhance pedestrian bridges in East Windsor Township received unanimous approval during the ...
NEWARK – On an overcast November morning, a man in a well-tailored black suit rose to his feet in the pews of a Plainfield church to offer prayers for Lt. Gov.-elect Dale Caldwell.He drew a parallel between Caldwell and the Biblical Joseph, whose actions saved ancient Egypt from famine. Only, ...
NEWARK – On an overcast November morning, a man in a well-tailored black suit rose to his feet in the pews of a Plainfield church to offer prayers for Lt. Gov.-elect Dale Caldwell.He drew a parallel between Caldwell and the Biblical Joseph, whose actions saved ancient Egypt from famine. Only, ...
BOCA RATON, FL — It's now up to Boca Raton voters to decide the fate of a massive downtown government complex project. Boca Raton City Council voted 4-1 on Tuesday to approve a master partnership agreement for the redevelopment, clearing the final legislative hurdle before the project goes to ...
PATERSON, NJ - The Paterson City Council has adopted a resolution formally expressing strong support for the restoration and continuation of federal funding for Full-Service Community Schools, a program that provides academic, health and social services to thousands of students and families across ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ – We wanted to acknowledge that there may be concerns about reports of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents near our community. It’s important that you know we are staunch in our support of our residents.Mayor Angie Devanney, Chief of Police Frank Mea Jr, and ...
RED BANK, NJ: The Red Bank council will hold a hybrid (online and in-person), regular meeting Thursday, January 22, 6:30pm, at Borough Hall, 90 Monmouth Street.Key Agenda Items Up for Council Vote (see full Agenda for additional items)Train Station Redevelopment Moves ForwardThe council will ...
Gov. Mikie Sherrill declared a utility-costs state of emergency in an inauguration speech filled with New Jersey pride on Tuesday, as she moved to take on the affordability crisis in the Garden State and “shake up the status quo.”Standing before state lawmakers in the N.J. Performing Arts Center ...
NEWARK – On an overcast November morning, a man in a well-tailored black suit rose to his feet in the pews of a Plainfield church to offer prayers for Lt. Gov.-elect Dale Caldwell.He drew a parallel between Caldwell and the Biblical Joseph, whose actions saved ancient Egypt from famine. Only, ...
Gov. Mikie Sherrill declared a utility-costs state of emergency in an inauguration speech filled with New Jersey pride on Tuesday, as she moved to take on the affordability crisis in the Garden State and “shake up the status quo.”Standing before state lawmakers in the N.J. Performing Arts Center ...
DEERFIELD BEACH - It was well after 11pm when they finally called the roll to vote, but when they did it was momentous for residents in Deerfield Beach. City commissioners here voted 3-2 to reject a “sweetened” bid from Sheriff Gregory Tony to continue using BSO for police services for two more ...