Month January 2024

To whom this may concern, I am a parent of children in a heimish run school here in Lakewood. I just want to make everyone aware of a 1 minute task that you as parents can do that will help save… Continue Reading →

ERUSALEM (AP) — A little-discussed United States military desert outpost in the far reaches of northeastern Jordan has become the focus of international attention after a drone attack killed three American troops and injured at least 34 others there. The… Continue Reading →

The Lakewood community – and the world beyond its borders – was shattered by the unfathomable loss of Eli and Raizy Neydavoud. A tragic accident claimed the lives of these two extraordinary people as well as that of their unborn… Continue Reading →

In a joint letter this evening, both the Jackson PBA and SOA issued a statement requesting the Township appoint a Public Safety Director. The Jackson P.B.A. and the Jackson S.O.A. have always supported the position of Chief of Police,” said… Continue Reading →

(JNS) – A malfunction in software used by Israeli hospitals has led to an unknown number of patients being given incorrect medications, the country’s Health Ministry confirmed on Tuesday. The software, called Chameleon, provides doctors with an overview of all… Continue Reading →

(VINnews) — Israeli satirical television show “Eretz Nehederet” broadcast a comedy sketch which mocked UNRWA, the UN agency for “Palestinian refugees”. The @UNWRA trend@UN @StandWithUs pic.twitter.com/LZCulgvu2q — ארץ נהדרת (@Eretz_Nehederet) January 30, 2024 The clip shows an UNRWA teacher with… Continue Reading →

GENEVA (AP) — The U.N.’s weather agency on Tuesday confirmed a reading of 48.8 degrees Celsius (119.8 degrees Fahrenheit) in Sicily two years ago as the hottest temperature ever recorded in Europe. The World Meteorological Organization says the Sicilian scorcher… Continue Reading →

(AP) – New York City police officers will be required to record the apparent race, gender and ages of most people they stop for questioning under a law passed by the City Council, which overrode a veto by Mayor Eric… Continue Reading →

The Jackson Township Council is reviewing an ordinance that was enacted in 1979 regarding parking on Andover Road. During a recent township council meeting, residents expressed their concern over discrepancies in the street’s current status. Council President Jennifer Kuhn notified… Continue Reading →

Several dozen people gathered today in Toms River to show their support for the Toms River Police Department. Rally-goers held up signs decrying Mayor Rodrick’s decision to not renew two police captain positions, painting the new Mayor as anti-police. As… Continue Reading →

[COMMUNICATED] We collect your high-end children’s clothing; plain and simple, we pick up your children’s current style clothing and hang it in our boutique where the neighborhood Kollel families come shop, selecting their children’s wardrobes b’derech kovod. We take care… Continue Reading →

The New Jersey Turnpike Authority voted unanimously this afternoon to once again approve its 2024 budget which includes a toll hike for the Garden State Parkway and New Jersey Turnpike for a fourth straight year. The $2.62 billion budget, which… Continue Reading →

A newly introduced bill in New Jersey would establish a refundable gross income tax credit to volunteer firefighters or volunteer first aid squad members, including Hatzolah members, who use their personal vehicles while responding to emergencies. The amount of the… Continue Reading →

Lately, much has been said about the unethical and questionable alliances with the Jackson MUA and the NJ 12th District legislative office. A source close to the Jackson MUA who has requested to remain anonymous has shed some light on… Continue Reading →

Over 250 families of Bonei Olam donors and raisers attended for a full day of fun and entertainment at the Berkeley Hotel in Asbury Park.

As part of an annual maintenance program for its water distribution system, New Jersey American Water will temporarily change the water treatment process from a chloramine (combination) residual to free chlorine residual at the company’s Swimming River Water Treatment Plant… Continue Reading →

Dear TLS Editor, I’ve been bombarded with complaints for my recent letters to TLS, bemoaning the rampant materialism overtaking the Lakewood community. If you found it offensive or felt personally targeted, my apologies – not for what I said, but… Continue Reading →

The Jackson School District will now be overseen by a State Monitor, TLS has exclusively learned. The Monitor was appointed by the State after the School District secured a state loan for the 2024 school year. According to the documents… Continue Reading →