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New Jersey election news
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North Jersey councilwoman resigns, citing 'petty bureaucracy' as root of frustration
Esther Pérez, a retired teacher in Paterson, said she now plans to form a Neighborhood Watch group with other residents.
2 min read - USNew Jersey Herald
Pick up your petitions to run for Newton Council starting Monday
Petitions to run for a seat on the Newton Town Council in the November elections are available starting Monday at the Municipal Clerk's Office.
1 min read - USHome News Tribune | My Central Jersey
Perth Amboy mayor election becomes three-way race
It looks like Perth Amboy Democratic Mayor Helmin Caba will now face two challengers in his bid for reelection in the fall.
2 min read - USCourier News
Independents join mayor elections in Scotch Plains, Elizabeth
Scotch Plains’ Democratic mayor will face two challengers in his bid for reelection in the fall now that an independent candidate has joined the race
1 min read - USCourier News
How progressives have made inroads against Piscataway Democrats
The Piscataway Progressive Democrats Organization is 'ecstatic' about this week's primary results.
5 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Jenny Mundell to face David Tucker in Bloomfield mayor race after tumultuous primary
After a sometimes heated Democratic primary, Jenny Mundell will face Republican David Tucker in November.
8 min read - PoliticsThe Bergen Record
Alternate GOP committee slate wins primary in Wyckoff
In a departure from party-line politics, voters bypassed the GOP nominees to elect three alternate "Republicans for Wyckoff" committee candidates.
3 min read - PoliticsCourier News
Readington incumbents sweep in hotly contested GOP primary
Two Readington Township Committee members held off challenges from within the Republican Party to win nomination for new three-year terms.
2 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Franklin Lakes voters choose GOP party-line council candidates in primary
For a third year, voters chose GOP county-backed candidates over challengers running for two three-year council seats in Tuesday's primary.
2 min read - USHome News Tribune | My Central Jersey
Perth Amboy Mayor Helmin Caba holds off challengers in Democratic primary
Perth Amboy Democratic Mayor Helmin Caba defeated two well-known challengers in Tuesday's mayoral primary race.
2 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Thomas Adamo projected to win Democratic nomination for Passaic County sheriff
Even without the benefit of the party line, establishment Passaic County Democrats claimed victory in Tuesday's primary election.
3 min read - USApp.com | Asbury Park Press
Ocean County primary election results: Toms River mayor passes his first job approval test
The June election also saw an upset in the Democratic nomination for one of two seats open on the Ocean County Board of Commissioners.
4 min read - PoliticsApp.com | Asbury Park Press
Monmouth County primary election: Close GOP nod for Howell mayor, Neptune Democrats split
In Monmouth, there were contested Republican primaries in Howell, Manalapan, Matawan, Rumson and Sea Bright, and a Democratic race in Neptune.
4 min read - PoliticsThe Bergen Record
Incumbents claim victory in many NJ contests for the U.S. House of Representatives
Results for New Jersey's congressional primary races are reported for Democrats and Republicans on June 4, 2024.
2 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Rep. Andy Kim wins Democratic race, Curtis Bashaw wins GOP primary for U.S. Senate
Andy Kim has been declared the Democratic winner, while Curtis Bashaw won the GOP New Jersey primary election for U.S. Senate.
4 min read - WorldThe Bergen Record
NJ Indian Americans react to Prime Minister Modi's surprisingly close election victory
Narendra Modi, India's incumbent prime minister, declared victory but his party lost its parliamentary majority and saw unexpected losses
8 min read - PoliticsDaily Record
See who won the 2024 primary election in Morris County races
Nine local towns saw contested races, including Dover, where Democrats continued an intraparty feud. Winners go on to the November general election.
3 min read - USNew Jersey Herald
Sussex County primary results: Commissioner celebrates win over 'toxic' GOP opponents
A five-way race for GOP nomination for county commissioner and six municipal races highlighted Tuesday's election.
4 min read - USThe Bergen Record
See who won the 2024 NJ primary elections in Essex County
A look at the municipal races in Essex County and sheriff primaries.
1 min read - USThe Bergen Record
See who won the 2024 primary election in Passaic County races
Passaic County voters on Tuesday set the stage for key battles in November's General Election.
2 min read - USThe Bergen Record
See who won the 2024 primary election in Bergen County races
Ten municipalities in Bergen County had contested primary races on Tuesday.
3 min read - PoliticsThe Bergen Record
Sen. Bob Menendez will seek re-election as an independent — as corruption trial drags on
Sen. Bob Menendez, amid a federal bribery trial, filed petitions to run for re-election in New Jersey in November as an independent on Monday.
4 min read - PoliticsThe Bergen Record
NJ Primary Election 2024 results: President, Senate, Congress
Voters are making their selections in the 2024 primaries for candidates seeking the U.S. presidency and seats in Congress.
4 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Bergen County implements changes to voting process for Tuesday primary: What to expect
Bergen County voters who cast a vote in November can expect some changes on Tuesday when they go to the polls for the primary.
3 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Almost 6,000 early in-person votes cast in Bergen County ahead of primary elections
Almost 6,000 Bergen County voters cast their ballot in person early ahead of Tuesday's primary election.
1 min read - PoliticsApp.com | Asbury Park Press
Tuesday is primary election day in NJ: What you need to know
There are contested primary elections up and down the ballot in Monmouth and Ocean counties. What does that mean to you?
5 min read - USCourier News
Piscataway mayor faces progressive challenger in Democratic primary
Longtime Democratic Mayor Brian Wahler is facing Staci Berger, chair of the Piscataway Progressive Democratic Organization.
6 min read - PoliticsNew Jersey Herald
Sussex County primary features 5-way GOP fight for commissioner and six local contests
Tuesday's primary election will offer choices in key state, county and municipal elections. Here are the races to follow.
2 min read - PoliticsHome News Tribune | My Central Jersey
Inside the fierce Republican primary battle for Readington committee
Traditionally Readington has been the battleground for hotly contested primary fights within the GOP family and this year is no exception.
2 min read - USCourier Post
Can’t wait to cast your ballot? What to know about early voting, open now
The state's early voting period starts Wednesday for those who do not want to wait until June 4.
2 min read - PoliticsDaily Record
Ten NJ primary races to watch in Morris County. Will Mendham mayor get U.S. Senate nod?
A town-by-town breakdown in Morris County of contested races in the June 4 Democratic and Republican primaries.
9 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Candidates Andy Kim, Sue Altman tackle voter apathy, 'broken' system at Central NJ forum
Rep. Andy Kim and Sue Altman met Tuesday with grassroots activists to talk about how they would move a more progressive agenda in Washington.
3 min read - USApp.com | Asbury Park Press
Toms River mayor has made enemies. Now he faces big election test in bitter GOP primary.
William Byrne, an ally of Toms River Mayor Daniel Rodrick, is competing against Kevin M. Geoghegan, who lost to the mayor's slate last year.
4 min read - USThe Bergen Record
In the New Jersey primary, more than the U.S. Senate is at stake. Watch these races
New Jersey's 2024 primary election is June 4, but mail-in ballots have been cast and early in-person voting begins May 29.
5 min read - WorldThe Bergen Record
Peter Yacobellis answers questions about his Montclair council campaign finances
By the time Peter Yacobellis withdrew from the mayor race and resigned his position on the Montclair council, he had $7,651 in campaign finances left.
4 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Rare council primary in Prospect Park pits incumbent against two backed by mayor
It is the first time in seven years that there is a contest between Democrats for seats on the Prospect Park Borough Council.
2 min read - USApp.com | Asbury Park Press
Alleged voter fraud under criminal investigation in 3 Shore towns: Prosecutor
Non-partisan municipal elections held in Monmouth County on May 14 are reported to be the subject of scrutiny.
5 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Unlike last time, Paterson mayor not blocking Speziale bid for county sheriff
Democratic Party insiders say Andre Sayegh has tried to avoid offending either side as the mayor eyes a potential run for Congress.
4 min read - WorldThe Bergen Record
Barely 15% of Paterson voters turned out for council elections. Some call that dangerous
“If the voter turnout decreases you become less a part of the political power picture,” one expert said. “Politicians may take you for granted.”
5 min read - USDaily Record
Morris GOP politics turn ugly as Parsippany mayor blasts county chair on Spadea's show
Morris County Republican Chair Laura Ali said Parsippany Mayor James Barberio is "the highest paid and least qualified mayor" in the county.
5 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Michael Jackson, the mayor’s adversary, prevails in Paterson council election
Michael Jackson emerged victorious in the final counting of votes in Paterson’s 1st Ward election on Tuesday night.
2 min read - USDaily Record
Ballot drop box and early voting locations for Morris and Sussex in the NJ primary
See drop box locations and places to vote early for June primary election in Sussex and Morris counties.
4 min read - USThe Bergen Record
185K ballots have already been cast in early NJ primary voting. How you can vote by mail
With New Jersey's primary just two weeks away, only 186,426 of the more than 680,000 vote by mail ballots sent out had been returned as of May 17.
3 min read - USThe Bergen Record
NJ's primary election is June 4. Here's everything you need to know cast your ballot
With three ways to vote and so many dates to remember — here's a rundown of everything you need to know for the June 4 primary election.
6 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Bergen County cop sues again, says campaign of retaliation tarnished his reputation
A Lyndhurst sergeant who was reinstated with back pay has filed another suit against the township, mayor and police chief and a police captain.
2 min read - USNew Jersey Herald
Sussex commissioner candidates debate school aid, COVID relief, bad cell service at forum
Ahead of the June 4 primary, the five Republican hopefuls seeking two nominations answered questions from the public.
6 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Front-runner for Montclair mayor tells residents she'll 'show up for them'
Renée Baskerville was on track to be elected Montclair's next mayor at the onset of Wednesday before the county clerk had yet to certify results.
3 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Three GOP challengers debate on Trump, Ukraine, flooding in bid to oppose Mikie Sherrill
The trio will vie for the Republican nomination in the June 4 primary. Here's where they stand on Ukraine, Israel, border security and Trump.
7 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Incumbents all hold leads in Paterson council races. Here's why that might change
The election results are far from final, with unknown numbers of provisional and mail-in ballots still to be counted during the upcoming week.
5 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Councilman Michael Jackson turns over cellphone codes in Paterson election fraud case
Councilman Michael Jackson has provided three cellphone passcodes for state investigators targeting him on allegations of witness tampering.
2 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Incumbents leading in most Paterson council races
Three incumbents – in the 4th, 5th, and 6th wards - built up strong leads in Paterson’s Council elections on Tuesday, according to political insiders.
2 min read - WorldThe Bergen Record
Essex County municipal elections: Results for Montclair, Nutley, Belleville
Five towns in Essex County are be holding municipal non-partisan elections on Tuesday, May 14 - Belleville, Irvington, Montclair, Nutley and Orange.
2 min read - WorldThe Bergen Record
Ridgefield Park municipal election results too close to call
Seven candidates ran for five commissioner seats in the village on Tuesday.
1 min read - USThe Bergen Record
A look at the issues and candidates ahead of Tuesday's Montclair municipal elections
One result of Tuesday's municipal election in Montclair is known: the dais will be wiped nearly clean come June with a least six new members.
7 min read - PoliticsApp.com | Asbury Park Press
Trump claims in Wildwood his crowds are bigger than 'wacko' Bruce Springsteen crowds
Former President Donald Trump once again compared crowd sizes with Jersey native Bruce Springsteen at his Saturday, May 11 campaign rally in Wildwood.
3 min read - PoliticsApp.com | Asbury Park Press
Wildwood Trump rally: Town starts to fill up hours before he speaks
Supporters took to social media to brag about the large crowds lining up to see former President Donald Trump.
2 min read - USCourier Post
Donald Trump takes the stage in Wildwood as thousands cheer the former president
Trump rally expected to draw supporters, critics to Wildwood beach
7 min read - USThe Bergen Record
These Paterson City Council candidates failed to file campaign finance reports
Three incumbents seeking reelection to the Paterson City Council missed the state’s deadlines for filing their first two campaign finance reports.
5 min read - USApp.com | Asbury Park Press
'All they did was give me free publicity': Who stole 130 Howell mayor candidate's signs?
Robert Leggio is one of three Republicans seeking the Republican nomination for mayor in Howell. About 130 of his signs were stolen, at $8 a sign.
2 min read - USDaily Record
Dover ousts ex-Assemblywoman DeCroce as administrator, citing 'painfully obvious' failures
The mayor and council listed a litany of alleged administrative and financial failures by the former Republican legislator.
4 min read - USHome News Tribune | My Central Jersey
Perth Amboy mayor to skip candidates forum. Here's why
Only two of this year's four Perth Amboy mayoral candidates are scheduled to participate in a public forum Thursday at Cathedral International.
7 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Here's who's running for office in Montclair, Nutley and Belleville
Five municipalities in Essex County will be holding non-partisan elections on Tuesday, May 14.
2 min read - PoliticsApp.com | Asbury Park Press
Support for Biden, Trump sharply divided among religious lines, Pew Center study says
Support for 2024 presidential candidates Joe Biden and Donald Trump is divided sharply among religious lines, according to a new study.
1 min read - PoliticsCourier Post
You will need a ticket to join Trump’s beach rally in Wildwood; what to know
Did you request your tickets for Trump's rally?
1 min read - WorldThe Bergen Record
Paterson campaign notebook: 4th Ward shocker and 3rd Ward mailbox flyer complaints
After 26 years on the council, Vera Ames-Garnes pretty much handpicked Ruby Cotton as her successor. But something has gone awry in the friendship.
4 min read - PoliticsThe Bergen Record
Gov. Phil Murphy sets primary and general elections to replace the late Donald Payne Jr.
The election to fill the seat of the late Rep. Donald Payne Jr. will be held this summer, as set by Gov. Phil Murphy.
1 min read - USCourier Post
Trump’s Wildwood rally will be on the beach; here’s where
Wildwood police have set aside a section of beach for Trump’s rally
1 min read - USHome News Tribune | My Central Jersey
Scotch Plains-Fanwood $163 million school project going before voters
A virtual public forum on the referendum, that has a tentative price tag of $163 million, will be held via Zoom at 7:30 p.m. May 16.
4 min read - USThe Bergen Record
These are Paterson's 1st Ward council candidates. The mayor endorsed this challenger
Five challengers are running to unseat incumbent Michael Jackson, a sharp critic of Mayor Andre Sayegh. Sayegh is backing Fannia Santana.
5 min read - USApp.com | Asbury Park Press
Jackson looks to cut from fire districts after voters reject budgets
Voters rejected budgets at two of the three fire districts in Jackson ahead of a potential consolidation.
3 min read - USCourier Post
Going to college and want to vote? You've got options.
College students who live on campus and plan on voting need to ask some basic questions, like, "Where will I be on Election Day?"
3 min read - WorldThe Bergen Record
Paterson's 2nd Ward council race could be among the closest contests on May 14. Here' why
Incumbent Shahin Khalique is being challenged by Frank Filippelli and Aheya Khan.
4 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Franklin Lakes GOP will have another contested council primary. Here's who's running
Three Republicans are running for two three-year seats on the Franklin Lakes Council in the June 4 primary.
3 min read - USThe Bergen Record
These Paterson council candidates pulled in tens of thousands in campaign donations
Fifth Ward Councilman Luis Velez collected $45,000, behind 6th Ward Councilman Al Abdelaziz, who raised $114,000.
2 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Contested Oakland council primary race attracts two sets of Republican candidates
Two sets of Republican candidates will compete for two three-year council seats in the June 4 primary election.
3 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Wyckoff Republicans duke it out for November party line in contested June primary
Two of three Township Committee incumbents in Wyckoff are running on the alternative Republican line in a contested June primary.
4 min read - USNew Jersey Herald
Five candidates crowd race for two spots in GOP Sussex County Commissioner primary
Five candidates, including two incumbents running on separate teams, filed for the GOP Sussex County Commissioner party nod in the June primary.
3 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Paterson’s 3rd Ward council race plays out under lingering cloud of election fraud charges
In addition to former Councilman William McKoy, the newcomer in the race is Assad Akhter, Gov. Phil Murphy’s senior director of government affairs.
3 min read - USCourier Post
Trump campaign releases details of Wildwood beach rally
The former president's election campaign is accepting ticket applications through an online link