Pope Benedict remembered at Newark’s Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart
By Michael Quinn, Arch Diocese of Newark Newark, N.J. – Though some might feel saddened while reflecting on Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI’s passing, Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin, C.Ss.R., Archbishop of Newark, told…
AG: Public Official Charged After Diverting Public Funds to Personal Charity
TRENTON – Attorney General Christopher S. Porrino announced that Kevin Bannon, former executive director of the Mercer County Park Commission, was indicted today on charges that he used his official position to…
Jackson Memorial Band Wins State Championship
by Jonathan Wood JACKSON-All one had to do was walk outside this past Saturday, take a deep breath, look at the deep blue sky and feel that it was the perfect day.…
Police: Fire at Shopping Center “Suspicious”
Manchester Township – On Sunday afternoon, October 29th, at approximately 3:30 p.m., officers from the Manchester Township Police Department responded to 108 Lacey Road, the location of Whiting Shopping Center, for an…
OCVTS Presents Peter and the Starcatcher at Grunin Center
The Performing Arts Academy presents ‘Peter and the Starcatcher’ at the Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts, Ocean County College on Friday November 17 at 7PM and Saturday November 18…
Voters Who Can’t Make it to the Polls Have Convenient Options in Ocean County
THE OCEAN COUNTY Clerk’s Office and the Ocean County Board of Elections are offering extended office hours to registered voters who will not be able to go to the polls on Tuesday,…
OceanFirst Sand Angel Event Breaks Guinness World Record in Seaside Park
SEASIDE PARK– One thousand six hundred and nine people stood on a windy, but warm, sunny beach in Seaside Park, NJ in hopes to break the Guinness World Record for simultaneous sand…
Police: Woman Dead After Car Struck Tree
Manchester Twp NJ – On Saturday, October 28, 2017, at approximately 6:33 p.m., officers from the Manchester Township Police Department responded to the area of Lacey Road and Lake Road in the…
Pedestrian Pinned Between Car and Wall
Manchester Twp NJ – On Friday, October 27, 2017, at approximately 12:51 pm, officers from the Manchester Township Police Department responded to the parking lot of Charlie’s Pizza, located at 1980 Route…
Did this NJ Township Try to Ban Orthodox Jews?
A New Jersey town discriminated against Orthodox Jews when it barred them from a specific religious practice as part of an “archaic, fear-driven and discriminatory mindset,” a lawsuit charges. The State of…
Freeholders Proclaim November Alzheimer’s Awareness Month
TOMS RIVER – In an effort to raise awareness that help is available for persons suffering with the devastating effects of Alzheimer’s Disease and their caregivers, the Ocean County Board of Chosen…
Annual Jackson Day with Holbrook Little League Parade
Don’t forget about the Jackson Day event taking place this Saturday, October 28th at Johnson Park. Opening ceremonies begin at 11am. There will be a parade for the Holbrook Little League Boys…
OPINION: No Political Campaign Signs Near Toms River 9/11 Memorial
TO THE EDITOR: I get that we’re in the election cycle, but it would seem to me if you’re running for election in Toms River, you should know that planting those wire…
Freeholders Call Upon Congress to Say No to Eliminating Federal Income Tax Deduction for State and Local Taxes
TOMS RIVER – The state and local tax deduction (SALT) has for more than a century been used by taxpayers in Ocean County and throughout New Jersey as a deduction on federal…
Annual Jackson Day event- Saturday October 28th
You are invited to come out and celebrate Jackson Township’s Annual Clean Communities Jackson Day Harvest Festival taking place on Saturday, October 28th, rain or shine, at John F. Johnson Jr. Memorial…
Jackson Police Investigating Crash at Near Glory’s Market
JACKSON-Jackson police are still conducting an investigation into a crash that occurred on Thursday at the intersection of Cedarswamp Road and Commodore Boulevard, near Glory’s Market. According to police, the incident involved…
Jackson Liberty Band Crowned 2017 State Champions
by Tammy Garcia JACKSON-The Jackson Liberty Marching Band are your 2017 NJ STATE CHAMPIONS! This is the first time in the school’s short history the band has held the title of State…
Ocean County Raises Awareness for Women’s Health
TOMS RIVER – Women’s Health Month is being celebrated around Ocean County to encourage women to put their well-being first and take care of their health. The Ocean County Board of Chosen…
Prescription Take Back Day Scheduled for Oct. 28
TOMS RIVER – Ocean County is encouraging residents to take part in “National Prescription Take Back Day” on Oct. 28 to dispose of unused and outdated medications to help prevent prescription drug…
Brick Fall Leaf Collection Begins Monday
Beginning Monday, October 23, the Township of Brick will conduct its annual Fall Leaf Collection of bagged leaves. The collection will be carried out in accordance with the recycling schedule. Residents are…
East Dover Baptist Church Hosts Trunk or Treat
TOMS RIVER-The Toms River Police Department was on hand this week to participate in the East Dover Baptist Church’s annual trunk or treat event. “Thank you, everyone, for coming out, thank you…