The long-awaited report on the state of Lakewood Public Schools was released to lawyers in the Alcantara v. Hespe case on Friday. Lakewood lawyer Aaron Lang had hoped the report would find that the schools were failing to meet their constitutional mandate of providing students with a thorough and efficient education (T&E). This would open […]

E. Coli Outbreak in New Jersey

March 3, 2024
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A recent outbreak of Escherichia coli (abbreviated as E. coli) in New Jersey has been traced back to a type of cheese that has since been recalled, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Raw Farm LLC, a company based in New Jersey, issued a nationwide recall of its products after the […]

Fire Claims Two in Passaic

March 3, 2024
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Two individuals lost their lives in a devastating fire at a garden apartment complex in Passaic, New Jersey, on Sunday. The blaze erupted around 9:30 a.m. on March 3, starting on the first floor of a building on Spruce Street before swiftly engulfing the second floor and attic. Tragically, the fire entrapped the victims, leading […]

Assemblyman Avi Schnall has joined as a co-sponsor of Resolution ACR-115, introduced by Assemblywoman Carol Murphy (D-7) and Tennille McCoy (D-14), which urges the U.S. Congress to enact the Universal School Meals Program Act of 2023. This resolution aims to address and eradicate child hunger in New Jersey and across the nation by ensuring that […]

Raphael Powell, 38, of Toms River, has been sentenced by the Honorable Guy P. Ryan, P.J.Cr.P., to an aggregate term of 25 years New Jersey State Prison (NJSP), having previously been found guilty of Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose, Being a Certain Person Not to Possess a Firearm, Unlawful Possession of a […]

In New Jersey, state law limits tax increases to 2%. However, a recent proposal in the New Jersey legislature suggests allowing school districts impacted by S2 funding cuts to exceed that cap to compensate for the funding reduction. This measure could lead to a substantial increase in taxes, especially with the most recent school funding cuts to […]

Assemblymen Alex Sauickie and Rob Clifton are demanding answers and school-funding reform after the Education Department released state aid numbers Thursday that showed Jackson and Old Bridge school districts losing nearly $7 million next year. “I need one of you to explain to me how this administration and the Department of Education can say they have […]

In a turn of events, the Lakewood Planning Board will consider an amended application from Kollel Cheshek Shlomo after initial resistance from a few neighbors of its project. The original proposal aimed to provide affordable housing for yungerleit and a daycare for their children at 506 New Egypt Road. While the project addressed housing affordability […]

The latest school funding numbers have been released, and the Jackson School District is facing a significant cut in aid. The district's allocation for the 24/25 school year is $23,402,100, which is $4.5 million less than last year's allocation of $27,902,100. In the 2017/18 school year, the district received $50,735,886 in state funding, when enrollment […]

Zahav, Agudas Yisroel’s resource and referral center for Seniors, is excited to announce the release of an updated and expanded Senior Guidebook.   The 2024 edition of the guidebook features an updated list of providers, services, and programs available to Seniors and includes information that will benefit Seniors in both New Jersey and New York.  New […]

Listen as Rav Gershon Ribner explains what to do when your wife delights in sharing extensive Divrei Torah during Shabbos meals and you are finding it challenging.

The Leaders newsletter is a complimentary weekly download brought to you by The Circle. To purchase the Leaders gedolim game, please visit your local store or email [email protected] is this week’s Leaders newsletter, along with a printer-friendly version. For the full-color newsletter CLICK HERE For the printer-friendly version CLICK HERE If you would like to receive this […]

Male Body Discovered in Lakewood Car Trunk

February 29, 2024
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the Lakewood Township Police Department received notification concerning an unconscious male located inside the trunk of a vehicle, parked in the area of Fairview Courtin Lakewood Township.  Upon responding to the area, Officers located the body of a deceased male. The Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crime Unit, LakewoodTownship Police Department, Manchester Township Police Department, and Ocean County Sheriff’s Office Crime Scene Investigation Unit are currently investigating this matter.   “This remains an active and ongoing investigation.  There is […]

Many municipalities in New Jersey currently prohibit multi-dwelling-unit houses, contributing to the scarcity of affordable housing options. New Jersey lawmakers are currently debating a proposed bill that aims to address the growing demand for affordable housing by allowing property owners to create accessory dwelling units (ADUs) within their single-family homes. This will allow property owners […]

Over two dozen students at the Toms River Intermediate School South were struck by beads discharged from a high-powered toy gun. The incident happened during an outdoor gym class. The episode, apparently linked to the notorious TickTock "Orbeez challenge," transpired at around 2:40 p.m. on Monday, February 26. The gel-ball toy weapons have gained notoriety, […]

The N.J. Department of Education is slated to release more than $3.5 million in stabilization aid to five school districts in Ocean, Monmouth and Middlesex counties, Assemblymen Rob Clifton and Alex Sauickie announced Wednesday. “While this stabilization aid is a huge win for us and a relief for our schools planning their budgets for the […]

ASK THE THERAPIST: What is Anxiety?

February 28, 2024
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QUESTION: What is Anxiety? This series is brought to you in conjunction with Empower Health Center, an organization committed to delivering comprehensive psychological intervention services for individuals of all age groups, including children, adolescents, and adults. Submit your mental health question to be featured in our next "Ask the Therapist" episode, please send an email to [email protected] with […]

In a momentous occasion, Shomrim revealed its new Command Center and Chevy Tahoe Response Vehicles, marking a significant expansion of their operations and capabilities. The celebratory event was held in the Town Square amidst a gathering of dignitaries and community members. The festivities commenced with a reception followed by a Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony. Despite the cloudy […]

Mayor Michael Reina and the Jackson Township Council recently shared plans for a big 2024 road project to improve South New Prospect Road. In the wake of LNN's advice, residents are now pushing for sidewalks to be included in the project through a grassroots effort and a growing petition. Currently, pedestrians use the road's wide […]

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