4 New NJ Laws, Fees Start Jan. 1, 2020 That Impact Your Life

New NJ laws and fees on Jan. 1: You may be making more money. Or, in a number of NJ towns, you're digging into your pockets to find cash.

NJ Gov. Phil Murphy Signs 5 Bills Into Law

NJ Gov. Phil Murphy has signed 5 bills into law, one of which changes driving rules while another bans discrimination based on hairstyle.

Lawmakers Pass Bill To Fix Aid: Could It Raise Point Boro Taxes?

Many school districts may be able to raise taxes to make up for school funding losses.

Point Pleasant 3rd Grader In Trenton Advocating for Epilepsy Bill

A bill that requires schools to help children with epilepsy got a little help from a Point Pleasant third-grader.

Special Events Law Adopted In Point Pleasant Beach

Point Beach has adopted a special events law that officials say shouldn't impact attempts to bring back the Elk's fundraiser to the town.

Report Shows Hundreds Of NJ Towns 'Soon' Could Be Under Water

See how hundreds of NJ communities would be impacted by climate change predicted in a report from the state and Rutgers University.

NJ Lawmakers Pass Big Marijuana, Vaccine, Driver's License Bills

UPDATE: Eliminating vaccine exemptions stalled while putting marijuana legalization to a public vote and driver's license changes passed.

Point Pleasant Boro Gets More Than $500K In NJ Road Work Money

Point Pleasant Boro was among the 96 percent of New Jersey communities who are getting municipal aid grant awards.

Point Pleasant Beach Gets More Than $300K In NJ Road Work Money

Point Pleasant Beach was among the 96 percent of New Jersey communities who are getting municipal aid grant awards.

Deal Struck To Save 113-Year-Old Gottlieb Building In Point Beach

A deal was struck to save the historic Point Pleasant Beach building just days away from the wrecking ball, Mayor-elect Paul Kanitra said.

Closures In Point Pleasant Boro On Tuesday For Milling

Roads were closed in Point Pleasant Boro on Tuesday for milling.

Point Pleasant Beach Mayor Fires Back At Sierra Club Over Seawall

Point Pleasant Beach Mayor Steve Reid fired back at environmentalists who criticized Jenkinson’s for its construction of a steel seawall.

Seawall In Point Beach 'Gives False Hope,' Sierra Club Says

The Sierra Clubs says dunes should be going up in Point Pleasant Beach instead to deal with the sea-level rise.

Point Pleasant Beach To Introduce Ordinance Creating Skate Park

The council will vote on a skate park for Point Pleasant Beach.

New Gas Tax? NJ Says It's 'Engaged' In Study That May Trigger It

​New Jersey says it's "engaged" in a plan that may very well lead to higher prices at the gas pump. Here's how and when.

Next Point Pleasant Beach Mayor: Time To Bring Town 'Together'

The new Point Pleasant Beach mayor-elect says he's ready to bring the community together after a time of political acrimony.

Point Pleasant Beach Mayor, Council: Live 2019 Election Results

Polls have closed in the Point Pleasant Beach elections. Check here for results.

Point Pleasant Boro Council: Live 2019 Election Results

Polls have closed in the Point Pleasant Boro elections. Check here for results.

NJ Election 2019, Statehouse, Local Races: Live Election Results

Town-by-town results for Statehouse, local races in NJ for the 2019 vote.

Point Beach Election: Vote For Mayor, Council, BOE On Tuesday

It's time to vote for contested races in Point Pleasant Beach. Here's how and where.

Point Pleasant Boro Election: Vote For Council, BOE On Tuesday

It's time to vote for contested races in Point Pleasant Boro. Here's how and where.

NJ Election Day Guide 2019: Here's Everything You Need To Know

Here's what you need to know about the NJ Statehouse and other election races on Tuesday.

3 Big NJ Laws Take Effect Now

Three big laws took effect on Friday – and one targets an industry at the center of a serious health epidemic in NJ that's become deadly.

Point Pleasant Beach Election Preview: Races For Mayor, Council

The election will be held on Tuesday.

Point Pleasant Boro Halloween Curfew Hours

Point Pleasant Boro will hold Halloween curfew hours beginning on Tuesday night and ending on Friday morning.

More Controversy Over 'Love Locks' In Point Pleasant Beach

Every time somebody hangs a love lock, Point Pleasant Beach officials spend time to take them down. But then they go right back up.

Here's Why Gov. Murphy Just Spent More Than $1M – And Drew Heat

Gov. Phil Murphy just spent more than $1 million on a new office and a trip — and caught heat because of it.

Damages At Point Pleasant Beaches From Subtropical Storm

A state report shows that Point Pleasant Beach beaches were damaged by a subtropical storm and left with erosion.

Damages At 40-Plus Jersey Shore Beaches From Subtropical Storm

A state report shows that more than 40 beaches were damaged by a subtropical storm and left with erosion – and even some sinkholes.

NJ Turnpike, Parkway Tolls Won't Increase In 2020: Here's Why

Highway officials have made a decision on toll hikes in New Jersey.

Herbertsville Road Closure In Point Pleasant Boro On Monday

One of Point Pleasant Boro's main roads had a closure on Monday, police said.

NJ Gov. Phil Murphy Unfreezes $114 Million: Here's What You Get

NJ Gov. Phil Murphy unfroze nearly half of the $235 million he held back from towns and schools that you will likely need. Here's what.

NJ Officials Warn Drivers About Deer Crossing Roads

A new warning was issued for drivers in New Jersey​ to be on the lookout for deer on the roads.

No Love For 'Love Locks' Removal In Point Pleasant Beach

They're a worldwide love tradition. They were a local favorite, too. But in Point Pleasant Beach, they're now nowhere to be found.

Hydrant Flushing In Point Pleasant Beach

The Point Pleasant Beach Water Department will soon be conducting a flushing of its distribution system.

Seawall Construction Begins In Point Pleasant Beach

Construction has begun on a seawall that will be erected along Jenkinson's beach in Point Pleasant Beach, officials told Patch.

Point Pleasant Beach Council Pulls 'Kratom' Ban

The Point Beach Council decided to take a different course and not ban a substance that it says is a potential threat to public health.

'Division' In Point Pleasant Beach May Be Addressed At Meeting

Recent accusations regarding public "cursing" and "division" may be addressed at the Point Pleasant Beach Councilm meeting on Tuesday.

Report Shows How At Least 19 NJ Towns 'Soon' Could Be Under Water

See how at least 19 New Jersey communities would be impacted by climate change predicted in a United Nations report.

Strong Opposition Expected Against 'Kratom' Ban In Point Beach

Opposition is expected now that the Point Beach Council is looking to ban a substance that it says is a potential threat to public health.