Old Bridge Superfund Site Gets Final Clean-Up Plan From EPA

On Sept. 28, the U.S. EPA issued a final clean-up plan for the contaminated soil at the CPS/Madison Superfund site in Old Bridge:

Aberdeen Council Candidates Virtual Forum Wed., Oct 4 at 7 pm

The VFW will sponsor a League of Women Voters’ Organized Candidates’ Virtual Forum for Aberdeen Borough Council Committee on Oct. 4

Meet The 2 Matawan Republican Candidates Tuesday Night

Charlie Ross and Anissa Esposito ask voters to come out and meet them at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 26 at Washington Engine Hall:

NOAA Gets Increased Money For Whale Monitoring, Protection Off NJ

Gov. Murphy sent a letter to Biden on Sept. 14, telling him all wind development off the East Coast could collapse without more tax breaks:

Bird Dropped Fish On Power Line, Causing Outage, Sayreville PD Says

A large section of Sayreville lost electric power Saturday after none other than a bird dropped a fish on a transformer.

Aberdeen Republican Candidates Promise To Take On JCP&L

The four Republican candidates running for Aberdeen town council this year promise to directly confront JCP&L on the power outages:

Results Of Aberdeen Primary; Mayor, Council Election Looms In November

There were no competitive primaries in Matawan or Aberdeen Tuesday, but here's who is running in November:

Whale Floating In Raritan Bay Showed Signs Of Boat Strike, Feds Say

NOAA examined the whale, and a second humpback that washed ashore on Long Island last week, and say both showed signs of a boat strike:

Primary Election In Matawan/Aberdeen: When, Where To Vote

The New Jersey Primary Election is on June 6. Here's where and how to cast your ballot:

Reminder: 2 Meetings Today On Aberdeen Twp. Flood Prevention

The U.S. Army/DEP will give two presentations Wednesday, 2-4 p.m. at Aberdeen Town Hall and 6-8 p.m. at Cliffwood Beach Community Center.

2 Meetings Next Wednesday On Cliffwood Beach Flood Prevention Plans

This will be a presentation from the U.S. Army Corps. of Engineers on their proposed project to prevent future flooding:

Prison For Man Who Sent Racist Email To Old Bridge Councilwoman

Adam Valvo pleaded guilty to bias intimidation; police say he sent a threatening email to Old Bridge's only African-American councilwoman.

4 Democrats, 4 Republicans Run For Aberdeen Council Seats In 2023

No Republican has been elected to the Aberdeen town council in many years.

MVC Van Returns To Aberdeen May 8; Book Time Slot Now

Anyone seeking a REAL ID MUST make an appointment. All other customers will be served on a walk-up basis.

New Matawan/Aberdeen Code Enforcement Officer Hired

Dale Barshewski is the new code enforcement officer for the towns of Matawan and Aberdeen.

Who's Running For Matawan Mayor, Town Council In 2023

Democrats Mayor Joseph Altomonte, Deana Gunn and Arlan Feiles are challenged by Republicans Charlie Ross and Anissa Esposito:

Republican Old Bridge State Sen. Switches Parties To Democrat

This spring, state Sen. Sam Thompson will be challenged in the Republican primary by Old Bridge Mayor Owen Henry. So he switched parties:

South Amboy Receives $2.8M To Build 'Living Shoreline'

The city of South Amboy will use the funding to restore 20 acres of former industrial land along 1.5 miles of its bayfront.

Female Old Bridge Firefighter Alleges Sexist Jokes, Mistreatment

"There is a fine line between 'boys will be boys' and inappropriate and illegal behavior," said this female Old Bridge firefighter.

Newcomer Wins Matawan-Aberdeen School Board Seat: Unofficial Results

Sheetal Desai Werneke and running mate Danielle Spruell, seeking an unexpired seat, are winners, according to the unofficial results.

Frank Pallone Wins NJ-6 Congress Seat Again, AP Says (Updated Results)

Pallone, 70, has represented New Jersey's Sixth Congressional District for the past 34 years.

Frank Pallone Vs. Sue Kiley: Where They Stand On The Biggest Issues

In many ways, Rep. Frank Pallone and Sue Kiley could not disagree more, differing on abortion, the economy, immigration and crime:

2022 Election In Matawan-Aberdeen: What You Need To Know

Here's where you can vote in person Tuesday (polls close at 8 p.m.), drop your mail-in ballot and who's running:

Top Sayreville Democrat Accused Of Bribery Steps Down From Govt. Posts

After he was charged with bribery, Thomas Pollando quit his New Jersey Turnpike Authority job and stepped down from all his govt. posts:

Head Of Sayreville Democratic Party Charged With Bribery

Thomas Pollando holds a seat on the Sayreville Economic & Redevelopment Authority and works for the New Jersey Turnpike Authority.

Old Bridge Plans New Community Center In Laurence Harbor

This is part of Old Bridge's bigger plans to increase tourism, real estate and investment in Laurence Harbor.​

JCP&L On Scene, Fixing Aberdeen Power Outages

As of 11:45 a.m. Friday, there are power outages from Atlantic Ave. down Lower Main and into Keyport. JCP&L is on the scene:

Union Beach Will Add Dunes, Beach Berm, Flood Gate Along Raritan Bay

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will begin the work along the bayfront on Union Avenue and Front Street in the fall:

Biden Continues Ban On Oil Drilling Off The Jersey Shore

Last week, President Biden extended the moratorium on oil and natural gas drilling in the Atlantic Ocean for another five years.

Primary Day In Matawan-Aberdeen: Who's Running, Where To Vote

There are two important races Matawan-Aberdeen voters will be asked to vote in today:

Primary Day In Matawan-Aberdeen: Who's Running, Where To Vote

There are two important races Matawan-Aberdeen voters will be asked to vote in today:

Aberdeen's Tom Toomey: Why I'm Challenging Rep. Pallone In Congress

Four Republicans are in the June 7 primary to run against Congressman Frank Pallone this fall, and one of them is Aberdeen's Tom Toomey.

Rep. Pallone: Get $30 Off Your WiFi Bill, For Those Who Qualify

The Affordable Connectivity Program, a new program created by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, provides eligible households $30 off.

Matawan-Aberdeen Congressman Says Overturning Roe V. Wade 'An Assault'

The Supreme Court poised to overturn Roe v. Wade is being called "an assault" by Congressman Frank Pallone, who represents Central NJ:

Who's Running For Matawan Town Council In 2022:

Brian Livesay will run again and current Councilman Brett Cannon will not seek re-election. One other Democrat and 2 Republicans will run:

4 Republicans Seek To Challenge Rep. Frank Pallone In 2022 Midterms

Four Republicans are currently battling it out to run against Congressman Frank Pallone in the November midterms. They are:

Winds of Change Capturing the Power of NJ’s Offshore Wind Energy

A forum presented by the League of Women Voters of Monmouth County

Longtime Aberdeen Township Clerk Karen Ventura Retires

Ventura has been the Aberdeen Town Clerk for the past 20 years, since 2001. She officially retired Monday.

Raritan Bayshore Gets Millions To Address Coastal Flooding

Millions in federal cash will fund Raritan River dredging, a Cheesequake Creek jetty rehab and Highlands flood control on the bayfront.

Matawan-Aberdeen-Area Unemployment Rate Improves: Latest Data

The Monmouth County unemployment rate improved recently, according to the newest figures.