Five Towns NJ News- Page 12

News from the Lakewood, Jackson, Toms River, Howell and Brick Township area and the surrounding Klal Yisroel community.

Third Lawsuit Filed in Ocean County Vocational School Sex Abuse Scandal as Officials Remain Silent

A third lawsuit has expanded the legal crisis surrounding the Ocean County Vocational Technical School Performing Arts Academy, alleging administrators ignored or concealed years of sexual misconduct while a former instructor claims he was retaliated against for reporting student safety…

New Cemetery Proposed Near Jackson Draws Environmental Questions, Resident Concerns

A proposed 54-acre cemetery along the Freehold Township-Jackson border is advancing through the approval process as environmental officials and nearby residents raise concerns over tree removal, drainage, buffers, and neighborhood impacts.…

Murphy keeps learning new tricks but finding someone to love is the lesson he needs most

The 1-year-old shelter dog is winning hearts with his progress, playful spirit and eagerness to learn JACKSON, NJ – Murphy arrived at the shelter as a young stray who did not even…

Meet Munson the lovebug ready to become someone’s most devoted best friend

This affectionate XL Bully gives both paws, walks beautifully and wants nothing more than a person of his own JACKSON, NJ – Munson may weigh 125 pounds, but the approximately 4-year-old XL…

Cocaine stash and stolen revolver land Toms River man on track for decade in prison

Ravonn Terry admits drug and gun charges after police seized cocaine, cash and a stolen firearm TOMS RIVER, NJ – A Toms River man caught in a months-long narcotics investigation has admitted to cocaine distribution and gun charges after detectives seized approximately 32 grams…

A Jackson Township Municipal Utilities Authority notice informs some homeowners that their water service line material is unknown and may include lead as part of a federally required inventory program.

Jackson MUA Warns Some Residents Their Water Service Lines May Contain Lead

Jackson Township residents are receiving EPA-required notices from the Municipal Utilities Authority advising that some water service lines have not yet been identified and could potentially contain lead, though the notice does not confirm lead is present.…

New Jersey orders heightened security at houses of worship after U.S. bombs Iran

State officials say no specific threats exist, but law enforcement presence will rise across sensitive locations to protect Christian and Jewish houses of worship against retaliatory attacks. Trenton, N.J. – New Jersey…

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Expose it all! YouTuber who exposed Minnesota childcare talks fraud in Lakewood, New Jersey

A video that made it seem like YouTuber Nick Shirley was in Lakewood turned out to be wishful thinking after stirring debate online. Correction: This report has been updated to provide clarity…

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Trump’s migrant CDL ban would not save New Jerseyans from people like Raul Luna Perez who killed Lakewood mother and child

The proposed federal bill aims to bar undocumented immigrants from obtaining commercial driver’s licenses, but opponents note that several deadly crashes in New Jersey involved drivers with standard licenses. Trenton, N.J. –…

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Experts warn New Jersey residents to prepare for early, active pest season after harsh winter

National Pest Management Association predicts surge in ticks, termites, and stinging insects across the Mid-Atlantic TRENTON, NJ – Following one of the most erratic winters in recent memory, New Jersey homeowners may…

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Toms River council re-appoints controversial MUA commissioner to 5-year-term with free healthcare plan

Five-year term for bankrupted business owner Phil Brilliant deepens political divide over mayor’s plan to abolish utilities authority TOMS RIVER, NJ – The ongoing feud between Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick and…

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Former Director of Public Safety, Police Lt. Files Whistleblower Lawsuit Against Jackson Township

Joseph Candido claims former Chief Matthew Kunz ignored safety laws, mismanaged department operations, and retaliated after he reported violations. JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – A longtime Jackson Township police officer has filed a…

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Child rescued after snow pile igloo collapses in Lakewood during weekend blizzard

A young child was trapped for over an hour beneath a collapsed igloo before being rescued by emergency personnel in Ocean County. Lakewood, NJ – Emergency crews in Lakewood rescued a child…

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The ‘Takeover of Jackson and Lakewood’ featured in latest Tyler Oliveira documentary

A YouTube filmmaker’s latest release ignites backlash and police response in Ocean County. Lakewood, NJ – A controversial video released this week by YouTuber Tyler Oliviera has triggered backlash from residents and…

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Lakewood police charge California man in $65,000 cargo theft investigation

Detectives tracked the stolen shipment across multiple states before filing charges. LAKEWOOD, NJ – Lakewood Police have filed criminal charges against a California man following a $65,000 cargo theft investigation that began…

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New Jersey extends travel restriction through Monday noon; Turnpike exempt

Wall Township, NJ – A mandatory statewide travel restriction has been extended through Monday at noon as snow-covered highways and secondary roads remain hazardous across New Jersey. The restriction began at 9…

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Traffic safety in Jackson and Lakewood at top of Ocean County commissioner’s list

TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Ocean County Board of Commissioners has approved a series of traffic safety improvements aimed at reducing congestion and improving roadway safety across several municipalities, including Lakewood, Berkeley,…

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Ocean County awards meal delivery contracts, extends plumbing services, and adjusts major construction projects

TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Ocean County Board of Commissioners has approved several new bid awards and change orders totaling more than $100,000 during its latest public meeting, covering a range of…

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Overturned dump truck, Parkway crash slow Friday morning commute across New Jersey

TRENTON, NJ – Friday’s morning rush across New Jersey brought major traffic disruptions, with several serious incidents affecting key highways and a pair of full parking closures at New York’s JFK Airport.…

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Lakewood girls school shuts down suddenly, leaving parents scrambling

Lakewood girls school shuts down suddenly, leaving families in panic

LAKEWOOD, NJ – In a stunning and emotional turn of events, Bnos Penina, a girls school in Lakewood, announced that it will cease operations this week, leaving dozens of families without a…

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Two killed after SUV crashes into tree and bursts into flames in Jackson

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Two people were killed early Saturday morning when a vehicle veered off the road, struck a tree, and erupted into flames in Jackson Township, authorities said. The crash…

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Jackson mayor says feud with councilman cost her $30,000 real estate deal

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Political tensions inside Jackson Township’s municipal government have turned personal, as Mayor Jennifer Kuhn claimed her ongoing feud with Councilman Chris Pollak cost her a lucrative real estate…

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Jackson Mayor Blames Fellow Councilman for Blown $30,000 Real Estate Commission Deal

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Jackson Township Mayor Jennifer Kuhn’s feud with her political opponent, Councilman Chris Pollak, took a personal financial toll on the mayor in December. Kuhn, who said she was…

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Toms River’s building chief fired by mayor in alleged permit pushing scandal

TOMS RIVER, NJ – The head of Toms River’s building department has been fired following an internal investigation into allegations that he fast-tracked construction approvals for developers tied to a prominent Orthodox…

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Lakewood dispatcher guides emergency birth before officers arrive

Lakewood, NJ – A routine Sunday morning turned urgent inside a Lakewood home when a woman in labor dialed 9-1-1 and realized there was no time to reach a hospital. On the…

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Pre-dawn SpaceX launch could light up New Jersey skies

Cape Canaveral, FL – A pre-dawn rocket launch set for Friday morning could turn the dark sky over New Jersey and much of the East Coast into a brief light show, as…

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