Jackson Township seeks volunteers for community advisory boards and committees »
In April 2009, Mayor Michael Reina asked any residents who might be interested in serving on a local advisory board or committee to call his office stating their interest. This simple request to open up the government and make it more transparent and to utilize the talent of its residents was very successful. Today, the [...]
Election Day in Jackson Township »
Jackson, NJ – The seemingly endless cycle of non-stop campaigning and road signs that have plagued Jackson Township since the resignation of Mayor Mark Seda in 2008 will finally come to an end tonight at 9pm as voters in Jackson once again head to the polls. It is something all too familiar for residents who [...]
Did the Roseanauer experiment backfire on the Jackson Board of Education? »
Jackson, NJ – For 8 of the past 9 years, education budgets in Jackson Township have been soundly defeated by the residents. Even in 2009 when the budget was passed, the difference was just shy of 150 votes. Each year, the board of education crafts a message to deliver to parents to try to ’scare’ [...]
Jackson Township school budget audit website finally gives residents a voice they had for so long sought on education »
Jackson, NJ – Earlier this week, Jackson Township mayor Mike Reina announced and launched a community portal that allows ordinary residents a voice in the direction of government when it comes to important decisions regarding our school system. For many years, many political candidates on the Board of Education level built entire campaigns around things [...]
Those shouting the loudest are the architects of the fiscal problems in Jackson »
By Paul Mayerowitz
Jackson Township Resident
Kudos to Tri-Town News Managing Editor Mark Rosman for stating simple truths that we all know (“Real Questions, Need Answers,” Tri- Town News, April 22). Politicians will promise anything to get elected and the alltime pandering answer from a candidate is that he plans to lower taxes and more importantly, Mr. [...]
Kafton Bressi continue to put children and allocated recreation funds at center of political smear campaign against Mayor »
On April 17th, Jackson Recreational Girls Softball had their opening day at Bartley Field. The only thing brighter and warmer then the sun that day was the smiles, laughter and glow of joy the girls were showing to all in attendance. It was a great day and there is plenty of Thank You’s to go [...]
Writer says Reina handled Republican endorsement with honesty and integrity »
This is in response to the letter to the editor from the gentleman who wrote regarding the March 24 meeting of the Jackson Regular Republican Club (“Writer Questions Mayor’s Response at Republican Club Meeting,” Tri-Town News, Letters to the Editor, April 8).
He was attempting to belittle our mayor and was totally off the mark. It [...]
Mayor Reina feels Jackson residents deserve a good quality of life »
Jackson, NJ – Mayor Mike Reina discusses the importanceof a good quality life and youth services in Jackson Township. The mayor says we should be looking into investments into the future of Jackson including bringing in high quality businesses and improving the services offered to Jackson residents.
Jackson Township Mayor Mike Reina talks about his future goals if he is re-elected »
Jackson, NJ – Jackson Township Mayor Mike Reina sits down the Jackson Tea Party and discusses his plan going forward for Jackson and how he serves as our town’s mayor. The mayor cautions residents about empty campaign promises and talks about his accomplishments in just 1 year as mayor.
Stilton for Board of Education lawn signs now available »
Jackson, NJ – Today my lawn signs came in. If you want to have one placed at your home, please email pstilton@stiltonco.com. In past years, I have vocally opposed the blight these signs makes on our town, but it’s an unfortunate part of running in a campaign and a necessity.
I will try to make sure [...]
Jackson residents prepare for showdown with township council tonight »
Jackson, NJ — A battle which has been many years in the making regarding equal and fair treatment for girls in Jackson Township is expected to erupt tonight after the Jackson Township Council continues to flip flop and flounder on a resolution to upgrade girls’ facilities to conditions that give them the same opportunity as [...]
Letter: Mike Reina a leader who leads by example »
As we go about in our daily lives it’s very seldom if ever that we would take notice of what goes on behind the scenes unless of course we are closely associated with the process. We are for the most part consumed with our personal lives that revolve around our family, work and in todays economy we [...]
Already hit hard, Jackson Township braces for 4th major snowstorm of season »
Jackson, NJ – After being battered by three major snowstorms this season, Jackson Township officials prepare for an additional 8 to 10 inches of snow expected to fall over the next 24 hours. Jackson has been in what seems like a constant cycle of snow removal since the December 22nd blizzard which effectively shut down [...]
Ocean County Democrat Party Leader Resigns amid corruption scandal »
Toms River, NJ – Alfonso Santoro resigned from his position as a commissioner on the Ocean County Board of Elections on Friday. Santoro, the former leader of the Democratic Party in Ocean County until his arrest earlier this year in a state wide political corruption shake down, admitted in Federal Court on December 8th to [...]
County prepared to keep roads clean this winter »
TOMS RIVER – Ocean County is ready to take on Old Man Winter as it makes its way into the area.
“We are already hearing predictions for snow and have already seen other parts of the State digging out from one of the first substantial snowfalls of the season,” said Freeholder James F. Lacey, who serves [...]
NJ Gay Marriage Bill clears senate judiciary committee »
Trenton, NJ – On Monday night, the NJ Senate Judiciary Committee narrowly passed a bill to legalize gay marriage in New Jersey. The measure passed with a 7-6 vote. A Senate vote on the measure is expected for Thursday.
New Jersey has long been a leader in the the gay rights movement. Our state was the [...]
Jackson Township Roadway Safety Commission appointments to be approved »
Jackson, NJ – At Jackson Township’s December 8th council meeting, council members are scheduled to approve appointments to township’s newly created Roadway Safety Commission. The commission, brainchild of Council President Mike Kafton was formed as reactive response to the increase in highway fatalities and accidents in Jackson Township in 2008 and 2009.
Residents of the township both strongly [...]
New Jersey Gay Rights Activists Threaten Trenton Lawmakers »
Trenton, NJ – “”If Democrats don’t vote for marriage equality, progressives will walk away…not volunteering, not giving money and we’ll learn how to sit on our hands come election time.” That was the message today from Steven Goldstein, chairman of Garden State Equality said if lawmakers do not pass a marriage equality law that will [...]
Senator Pennacchio slams Menendez over government takeover of health care »
“Senator Menendez, rather than showing facts to defend his support of the government takeover of health care chose instead to describe opposition as ‘fearful, partisan tactics.’ The Senator failed to mention that it is within his party’s power, the Democrats, to enact this legislation now. Unlike himself, it is ‘moderate’ members of his own party [...]
Remembering our troops and supporting those in need on Thanksgiving »
AS THE START of the holiday season approaches, the Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders asked residents to remember both our troops fighting in the War Against Terror and those in need this Thanksgiving.
“Please, take a few moments from the turkey dinner and the football games to think of our brave men and women who [...]
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Jackson Township emergency services demonstrate the dangers of drinking on Prom Night
