BREAKING: Firefighters are at a home on MLK in Lakewood, where a vehicle has erupted in flames in the driveway. No injuries have been reported.

Governor Sherrill responds to President Trump's attack today on the Gateway Tunnel project.

Jackson Mayor Jennifer Kuhn statement on the tragic car accident on Hyson Road that claimed two lives on Sunday night.

WATCH: The moment the vehicle caught fire in a home's driveway on MLK Drive in Lakewood this afternoon.

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JACKSON: Hatzoloh and other emergency personnel were on the scene a short while ago of an MVA involving an overturned vehicle at Hope Chapel Road and Linda Drive. Injuries have been reported.

Mrs. Chaya Eissman a”h passed away this past Friday in Israel after six years of painful illness, leaving behind a broken husband and four young children — the oldest only 11. Their cries are unimaginable. Their father is devastated and alone. Rabbi Benzion Klatzko is making an urgent emergency appeal: please help this shattered family now. Give generously and immediately to save these precious orphans from further suffering. DONATE HERE: https://thechesedfund.com/heineman/save-a-young-family?aff=Feb17

Kashrus Alert from the KCL regarding the use of Instacart for shopping needs.

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A foggy, dreary morning will lead into an afternoon that's just dreary. Meanwhile, meteorologists are tracking another potential snow storm this coming Sunday...

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The Ocean County Sheriff’s Office Office of Emergency Management hosted a tabletop exercise at the Emergency Operations Center, simulating a Category 2 hurricane. The “Hurricane Laura” drill brought together county and municipal partners to strengthen coordination and emergency response ahead of an upcoming hands-on drill.

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A driver was injured after his dump truck collapsed into a sinkhole in northern New Jersey yesterday. The incident occurred in Warren County, in an area where work was actively underway to repair other sinkholes.

Rav Simcha Bunim Cohen shlit"a addresses attendees at Misameach's annual volunteer appreciation dinner on Tuesday night.

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Cloudy and overcast today, ahead of a rainstorm expected to begin in the early hours of Friday

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OOPS: A Lakewood Township garbage truck rips off a vehicle's fender at the intersection of Cross and Prospect this morning.

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JUST IN: Following the dedicated efforts of several generous philanthropists and devoted askonim, Bnos Penina has announced that classes will resume tomorrow, Friday, on a regular schedule.

OUTRAGE: A Hatzolah member responding to an emergency was blocked by a D.A.G. bus driver who refused to pause a drop-off for a moment to allow him to pass on Kennedy Blvd. in Lakewood.

🎶 WATCH: At the Bonei Olam event Thursday night in Lakewood Terrace, singers Shulem Lemmer, Shauly Waldner, Yitzy Waldner, and child soloist Elimelech Fishman inspired the crowd with powerful performances. 🎥 Videos for Lakewood Alerts via Hillel Engel.

LAKEWOOD: Traffic is backed up along Ocean Avenue as emergency personnel work at an accident near S. Oakland Street. Avoid the area if possible.

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LAKEWOOD: Due to the upcoming winter storm, trash and recycling pickup scheduled for Monday has been cancelled. Collection will be rescheduled to Tuesday, and Monday will be treated the same as a holiday schedule.

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At the l'chaim held tonight celebrating the release of Shu"t Imrei Micha, authored by Harav Micha Cohn shlit"a, the rav of Oakley Hills in Jackson.

Huge lines at Evergreen in Lakewood tonight, as residents rush to get last-minute staples before the expected blizzard hits tomorrow.

Multiple events planned for Sunday - including local weddings and the Mesivta of Long Beach dinner - have been rescheduled due to the impending blizzard.

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🌨️⚠️ The latest update from the National Weather Service says the Lakewood area could get up to 30 INCHES of snow. The storm is expected to begin early this afternoon.

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Jackson Mayor Jennifer Kuhn has declared a state of emergency for the township, putting into effect several rules ahead of the snowstorm.

Message from Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick Ahead Of Blizzard The Division of Roads and additional contracted crews are fully mobilized and prepared to keep Township roads as clear and safe as possible during the storm and our Police and Emergency Services stand ready to ensure rapid response times throughout the Township. STORY ON LAKEWOOD ALERTS: https://lakewoodalerts.com/message-from-toms-river-mayor-dan-rodrick-ahead-of-blizzard/

🚨 JUST IN: New Jersey is lowering the speed limit on ALL highways to 35mph - effective at 3:00PM.

BREAKING: New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill is instituting a full travel ban on all private vehicles from 9 pm Sunday evening until 7 am Monday morning due to the ongoing blizzard.

⚠️⚠️⚠️ The latest snow map from the National Weather Service continues to forecast 24-30 inches of snow in the Lakewood area.

Jackson Police are now towing vehicles that are parked on the street - which has been banned via executive order due to the snowstorm.

Despite the falling snow, Khal Bais Tefillah of Manchester, led by Harav Avraham Krohn shlit"a, is out baking matzos today at the Lakewood matzah bakery.

A blizzard is raging outside, but the kol Torah is still going strong at Lutzk, which is instituting a special schedule - along with food and refreshments - for people coming during the storm.

Message from Lakewood Committeeman Meir Lichtenstein and Lakewood Police Captain Steve Allaire as the blizzard descends on Lakewood.

Slow speeds on the Garden State Parkway now as heavy snow continues to blanket the region

🌨️ Morning blizzard update from Committeeman Meir Lichtenstein and Lakewood Police Lieutenant William Butterworth

⚡ Large-scale power outages in Lakewood/Brick, Jackson, and Pine Lake Park. There is currently no estimate for power restoration as JCP&L crews struggle to reach affected areas.

Incredible video from the Monmouth Views development in Howell gives a stunning visual of much snow has already fallen - and more is still coming down!

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New Jersey Extends Mandatory Travel Restriction Amid Ongoing Blizzard Conditions

The New Jersey Office of Emergency Management, operating under the New Jersey State Police, has extended the state’s mandatory travel restriction as a severe

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New Jersey Extends Mandatory Travel Restriction Amid Ongoing Blizzard Conditions The New Jersey Office of Emergency Management, operating under the New Jersey State Police, has extended the state’s mandatory travel restriction as a severe winter storm continues to impact New Jersey. STORY ON LAKEWOOD ALERTS: https://lakewoodalerts.com/new-jersey-extends-mandatory-travel-restriction-amid-ongoing-blizzard-conditions/

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Bikur Cholim's unstoppable volunteers worked late into the night despite the blizzard

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Shomrim's command center, set up last night to monitor developments as the storm progressed

Shomrim also provided portable power when Lake Terrace suffered a blackout following a transformer failure during a wedding last night

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NJNG Issues Safety Reminder as Major Snowstorm Continues Across New Jersey As a major winter storm continues to bring heavy snow and dangerous conditions across New Jersey, New Jersey Natural Gas (NJNG) is urging residents to take immediate steps to protect their homes and families from carbon monoxide exposure and natural gas hazards. STORY ON LAKEWOOD ALERTS: https://lakewoodalerts.com/njng-issues-safety-reminder-as-major-snowstorm-continues-across-new-jersey/

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The Woods neighborhood on this wintry morning

Hatzolah seen in action, operating nonstop throughout the ongoing blizzard

Important advisory from Hatzolah of Central Jersey

HELPERS HELPING HELPERS: A Chaveirim member seen plugging a Hatzolah paramedic tire at 2:30 am.

Harav Malkiel Kotler shlit"a being escorted through the snow this morning by a Shomrim volunteer

Storm update from Jackson Township

Assemblyman Schnall's son, Eliezer, celebrating his bar mitzvah aliyah this morning

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LAKEWOOD: Storm cleanup efforts update from Committeeman Lichtenstein

Some rather rugged individuals enjoying a day out on their ATVs with Lakewood's streets practically empty.

Chaveirim members seen hooking homes up in need with generators. There have been dozens of requests for generators today amid widespread outages.

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LSTA Cancels Bus Service Tuesday Following Storm, Citing Staffing and Road Conditions The LSTA announced that there will not be busing on Tuesday, February 24, citing ongoing road conditions and widespread staffing shortages following last week’s storm. STORY ON LAKEWOOD ALERTS: https://lakewoodalerts.com/lsta-cancels-bus-service-tuesday-following-storm-citing-staffing-and-road-conditions/

BD"E: Petirah Of R' Shlomo Leib Zweiback Z"L, Longtime Rebbi In Yeshiva of Mountaindale

We regret to inform you of the petirah of R' Shlomo Leib Zweiback z"l, a lifelong marbitz torah who was best known for the years he spent being mechanech talmid

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BD”E: Petirah Of R’ Shlomo Leib Zweiback Z”L, Longtime Rebbi In Yeshiva of Mountaindale We regret to inform you of the petirah of R’ Shlomo Leib Zweiback z”l, a lifelong marbitz torah who was best known for the years he spent being mechanech talmidim in Yeshiva Zichron Meir of Mountaindale. STORY ON LAKEWOOD ALERTS: https://lakewoodalerts.com/bde-petirah-of-r-shlomo-leib-zweiback-zl-longtime-rebbi-in-yeshiva-of-mountaindale/

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Early-Morning Fire Damages Manchester Home; Residents Treated for Smoke Inhalation A residential fire broke out early Tuesday morning in the Roosevelt City section of Manchester Township, prompting a large multi-agency emergency response and leaving two residents temporarily displaced. STORY ON LAKEWOOD ALERTS: https://lakewoodalerts.com/early-morning-fire-damages-manchester-home-residents-treated-for-smoke-inhalation/

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An MVA caused by icy roads has taken out the left lane and considerably slowed traffic on the I-95 near Lakewood. Avoid the area for the time being.

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With thousands of boys out of school on Monday, a snow day program was held at the Satmar Shul on Marble Way in Lakewood.

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Chesed Of Lakewood Offering Megillah Laining For Homebound Resident On Purim

Chesed of Lakewood is once again ensuring that residents who are homebound or unable to attend shul for medical reasons will be able to hear the Megillah this P

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Chesed Of Lakewood Offering Megillah Laining For Homebound Resident On Purim Chesed of Lakewood is once again ensuring that residents who are homebound or unable to attend shul for medical reasons will be able to hear the Megillah this Purim. STORY ON LAKEWOOD ALERTS: https://lakewoodalerts.com/chesed-of-lakewood-offering-megillah-laining-for-homebound-resident-on-purim/

A desperate cry from the Gedolei Hador — the Mirrer Rosh Yeshiva Shlita, Rav Yitzchak Ezrachi Shlita, and Rav Yitzchak Kolodetzky Shlita. A prominent Torah home in Eretz Yisrael is on the brink of collapse. The Gedolim are offering a rare assurance: Donate the gematria of ברכה — $227 — and merit extraordinary ישועות in all your affairs. On the yahrtzeit of Rav Chaim Kanievsky זצ״ל (Purim in America), Rav Kolodetzky and the Mir Mashgiach, Rav Binyamin Finkel, will daven at his kever on behalf of donors. CLICK HERE: https://thechesedfund.com/thekerenhatzedakah/savingalife?aff=23