News for Jackson, NJ. The township of Jackson is the 4th most populous municipality in Ocean County and the 28th most populous in New Jersey with more than 54,800 residents. The mayor in 2021 is Michael Reina. Jackson is home to Six Flags Great Adventure.
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Missing Rutgers student last seen with man in July knife case
Mortimer "Morty" Wortman was last seen Nov. 21 in the parking lot of Regional Day School in Jackson getting into Adam Zalouk's car, his brother Ivan Marks told News 12.
NJ woman, 19, dies a week after being hit by bus while on scooter
A school bus and a scooter collided on a busy Lakewood road, leaving an Ocean County family grieving and raising questions about safety.
Search intensifies for missing Rutgers student in Jackson woods
With temperatures dropping, a brother's plea for help resonates deeply. A search effort is underway for Mortimer Wortman, who vanished just before Thanksgiving.
Is Yankee Candle leaving NJ? What we know about the looming store cuts
As the holidays approach, a beloved brand is facing some big changes. Is the classic smell of Christmas in jeopardy?
Freehold teen charged in Howell attack and Jackson stabbing
From a chokehold to a dangerous escape, the unfolding story of Jaden Thompson raises eyebrows and concerns about safety in our neighborhoods.
Jackson slashes middle school sale price as busing costs explode
With public student enrollment on the decline, Jackson Township is making tough calls. The sale of a beloved middle school is just the latest.
Route 1 license-plate readers catch attempted-murder suspect
Jackson police were called to an apartment at the Paragon Apartments on Larsen Road just before midnight and found a woman lying on the floor with severe injuries.
After months of repairs, Nitro is back online at Six Flags, NJ
Nitro is making a comeback just in time for the end of the 2025 operating season,.
Six Flags honors NJ veterans with free entry and patriotic fun
New Jersey veterans, military personnel and first responders can enjoy free admission to Six Flags Great Adventure during the first two weekends of GreatFUL November.
It’s all about local: Candidates you need to know
Jersey local elections are a week away, don’t forget to vote!