A paperboy on a bicycle confronts a startled councilman in a car on an autumn hillside, with a speech bubble reading where’s my $2000.

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Phillipsburg Mayor Hires ‘Better Off Dead’ Paperboy to Collect His $2,000

The Mayor turns to a relentless paperboy to collect his entertainment reimbursement.

By Ricky Montana | November 4, 2026

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Local News

Small-town roadwork signs and construction notices lining a Phillipsburg street.

Local News

Phillipsburg Issues Roadwork Update to Clarify Previous Update About Upcoming Roadwork

Residents compare yesterday’s announcement with tomorrow’s update before getting in their cars and finding out.

By Eddie Reno | October 30, 2026

Colorful Welcome to Phillipsburg New Jersey sign mounted on a stone wall beside grass

Local News

Phillipsburg Gets Beautiful New Welcome Sign Because “Go Back” Wasn’t an Option

Phillipsburg’s colorful new welcome sign gives the comment section something to work with.

By Eddie Reno | October 27, 2026

Residents float in inflatable tubes on a flooded residential street while a neighbor uses a pool skimmer and a man reviews paperwork on a stoop

Local News

Phillipsburg Could Turn Flooded Streets Into Water Park, Save Fortune on Adding Water

Phillipsburg could put its flooded streets to recreational use, with residents bringing their own tubes.

By Sonny "Scoop" Sacramento | October 27, 2026

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Editorials

Original photograph accompanying the October 23, 2026 Facebook post

Editorials

A Friendly Reminder from the Editor-In-Chief

Folks, just a friendly reminder that The Burgshit is SATIRE. We poke fun at Phillipsburg, its politics, its people, and most importantly, ourselves. We’re here to make you laugh...

By Richie Taters | October 23, 2026

Original photograph accompanying the October 22, 2026 Facebook post

Editorials

A Little Note from Richie Taters

Well, I'll be damned. The Burgshit keeps growing, and apparently some of you are even enjoying it! We've seen a wonderful response overnight, and the continued growth, kind words...

By Richie Taters | October 22, 2026

Original photograph accompanying the October 21, 2026 Facebook post

Editorials

A Heartfelt Thank You from Richie Taters and the Burgshit

To our readers, followers, supporters, and the fine citizens of Phillipsburg, When I started The BurgShit, "Phillipsburg's #1 Source for #2 News," I had a simple dream: to give my...

By Richie Taters | October 21, 2026

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