TOP LOCAL News
By CHUCK O'DONNELL
May 13, 2022
CARTERET, NJ – Jack McGreevey, a battle-hardened Marine drill sergeant turned dogged advocate for his fellow veterans, who passed his passion for service to his son, former Gov. Jim McGreevey, died May 12. He was 93. Mr. McGreevey, of Carteret, was a constant presence throughout the ...
NEW JERSEY - The Cranford Highschool Baseball team rallies around a young boy with a rare disease is scheduled to have his 8th surgery. Plus, Piscataway will commemorate the 75th Anniversary of Jackie Robinson breaking baseball's color barrier. And, Phillipsburg will hold Comic-Con this year ...
TRENTON, N.J. — Gov. Phil Murphy announced new legislation Wednesday that would renew abortion rights in the state and expand access to reproductive care. The proposal would mandate insurance plans in New Jersey to cover abortion procedures with no out-of-pocket costs. Murphy also announced his ...
MIDDLETOWN, NJ: For more than 60-years, Mater Dei Prep, a Catholic High School located on Church Street in Middletown, has provided a faith based education to over 8000 students. Mater Dei Prep students were often referred to by the school as "the sons and daughters of Monmouth County". Much to ...
Do you have big plans for an amazing summer 2022 with your crew? Many families are really looking forward to a fun-filled summer with trips to the local pool, beach vacations and time spent relaxing with family and friends. If you have plans to be in or around water with your family this summer, ...
NEW JERSEY- The Compassion Cafe, a non-profit that employs teens and adults with disabilities, opens in Beach Haven. Plus, the New York Jets pay a visit to the Wayne Valley Girls flag football team. Also, Cranford residents send hundreds of aid boxes to Ukraine. And, Roxbury students thank ...
NEW JERSEY — One week after the plastic bag ban went into effect, many New Jerseyans seem to be getting into a routine of bringing reusable bags with them to grocery stores. As of May 4, 2022, large chains and stores 2,500 square feet or larger, are no longer allowed to give out single-use ...
NEW JERSEY - A surprising discovery is made in an abandoned West Orange church. Plus, Hoboken sets plans to redevelop an old recording studio. Also, a Union resident is named 'Volunteer of the Year.' And, South Plainfield holds a blood drive to honor a resident who died from gastric ...
NEW JERSEY — New Jersey is seeing a lot of action! The state has become one of the biggest places for movie and tv productions, and the demand is increasing to historic levels, according to the NJ Motion Picture & Television Commission. "New Jersey's film production industry is experiencing ...
Red Bank, NJ: During Mental Health Awareness month in May, the Y welcomes all to learn about YMCA Counseling and Social Services, that help adults, children and families overcome difficult situations. From behavioral conditions, substance use, traumatic loss, and suicide prevention – the YMCA is ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY: Many in our local community are in mourning with the very sad and shocking news that Donnalyn Giegerich-Zapcic passed away suddenly, on May 7. Donna was a friend to so many. Donnalyn had an energy force about her that was palpable. When Donnalyn walked into any room, her ...
MIDDLETOWN, NJ: Former Red Bank Councilman Hazim Yassin, currently a resident of the Lincroft section of Middltown, has been criminally charged with stealing thousands of dollars from the Red Bank Education Foundation over the course of two years, Acting Monmouth County Prosecutor (MCPO), Lori ...