Phil Murphy Brought Hollywood to New Jersey, Now Mikie Sherrill is Suing Movie Companies
Trenton, NJ – For nearly eight years, New Jersey has aggressively marketed itself as Hollywood East. Under Gov. Phil Murphy, the state revived its film tax credit program, recruited some of the…
When Not Running For Governor, Joe Rullo Appears in Yankees Commerical
Joe Rullo, an actor from Ocean County who most recently ran for Governor of New Jersey has shown up in a New York Yankees commercial. Rullo can be seen in the commercial…
Freeholder Vicari: Abandoned Gas Stations Must Go
by OC Board of Freeholders TOMS RIVER – Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari said he hopes the demolishing of a former gas station on Route 37 starts a trend. “We have dilapidated…
Is Glory’s Market Being Sold to Quick Chek?
JACKSON-A rumor circulated on social media in the past week suggesting the owners of Glory’s Market, located at the intersection of Cedarswamp Road and West Commodore Boulevard was being sold to the…
Atari Box? Atari Getting Back Into Console Market 24 Years Later
Long before Sony, Microsoft and Nintendo dominated the console market, Atari was the king of the home gaming entertainment system. This summer, Atari announced it was developing “Atari Box”, but provided…
Which New Ride is Coming to Six Flags Great Adventure in 2018?
JACKSON- Six Flags Great Adventure, in partnership with Warner Bros. Consumer Products, on behalf of DC Entertainment, today announced that it will premiere the world’s first thrill ride themed to the DC…
Shop Rite brand Chocolate Chips Recalled After Milk Omitted from Ingredients Listing
Keasbey, NJ (September 1, 2017) – Wakefern Food Corp. has initiated a voluntary recall of its ShopRite brand Semi-Sweet Real Chocolate Chips. The chips were sold in 24 oz. bags bearing a…
These Applebee’s restaurants in N.J. are not closing, owner says
The owner of 41 Applebee’s locations in New Jersey says it has no plans to close any of its restaurants after an announcement last week said up to 135 locations across the…
N.J.'s newest Walmart to open Wednesday
EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP — New Jersey’s latest Walmart store is set to open on Wednesday in Atlantic County. Activities, contests and giveaways will coincide with the opening of the Egg Harbor Township…
Fiat Chrysler recalls 1.3 million vehicles
DETROIT—Fiat Chrysler Automobiles issued two recalls affecting more than 1.3 million vehicles worldwide. One case involves older-model crossovers and can lead to “inadvertent deployment of the driver-side front air bag.” The company…
Waves of anger on reopened Island Beach over Christie's 'arrogance'
ISLAND BEACH STATE PARK — Colorful umbrellas occupied the sand as far as the eye could see as beachgoers soaked up the sun Tuesday on Island Beach State Park, celebrating what’s left…
New Justice League Ride Unveiled at Great Adventure
JACKSON – Metropolis is under attack and the Justice League team of superheroes needs help. That is the scenario that riders of Six Flags Great Adventure’s new 4D ride Justice League: Battle…
No Takers for Jackson's $375,000 Liquor License
JACKSON-Jackson Township’s plan to sell liquor licenses to generate additional revenue fell flat after there were no interested bidders on a new liquor license approved earlier this year. The township hoped to…
Microsoft Cofounder Unveils Huge Rocket Launching Plane
Microsoft cofounder Paul Allen’s entry into the commercial space race has been revealed. Allen posted a picture of a plane nicknamed the “Roc” on Twitter, showing an extremely unusual and enormous plane…
Walmart Asks Employees to Deliver Packages on Way Home from Work
Walmart is offering its employees homework in its ongoing battle with online retailers like Amazon. The nation’s largest retailer announced it will begin asking employees to deliver packages on their way home…
Toms River RadioShack Store Not Closing
The one-time dominant electronics retailer RadioShack is in the final stages of closing more than 1,000 stores, leaving just 70 opened across the country. Just three brick-and-mortar stores will remain open in…
Jackson Man Sentenced to 30 Years in Prison for Role in 2015 Pizzeria Murder
TOMS RIVER-Daniele RomeodiSantillo, 29, of Jackson Township received a sentence of 30 years by judge James M. Blaney for his role in the murder of Peyman Sanandaji. Mr. Sanandaji was murdered…
Find a Job in Toms River at the Library Job Fair
Over 20 healthcare employers will be at the Toms River Branch of the Ocean County Library, 101 Washington St., from 3 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 10. The fair will include full-time,…
Will Weather Clear for Toms River Food Festival?
TOMS RIVER-With heavy rains tonight through early morning, the weather might just cooperate for Saturday’s Toms River Food Festival. Temperatures are expected to be in the mid 60’s with just a 15%…
Six Flags unveils new twist on record-breaking ride (PHOTOS, VIDEO)
JACKSON – Imagine sitting on top of the world’s tallest and fastest drop ride, knowing that at any second you will plummet down 41 stories at speeds of up to 90 mph.…
Pine Belt Celebrates 80 Years of Serving Ocean County
By By Mary Ellen Landolfi Community-mindedness, attention to customer service, and perseverance — these are among the key ingredients necessary to develop and sustain a three-generation, family-owned business for 80 years. Pine Belt…
