Five Towns NJ News- Page 24

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.…

Firefighters Contain Two Alarm Blaze at Lakewood Apartment Building

LAKEWOOD, NJ—Early Friday morning, Lakewood firefighters responded to a significant fire at 226 Cedar Bridge Ave, a multi-unit apartment building. The incident, which escalated to two alarms, began around 2:30 AM when…

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Calling All Principals: Ocean County Vo-Tech is Hiring a Principal at Jackson School

JACKSON, NJ – The Ocean County Vocational Technical School is seeking to hire a new principal at their Jackson campus. Ocean County Vocational Technical School in Jackson Township, NJ, is currently seeking…

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County Arson Team Investigating Fire at Lakewood Day Care Center

LAKEWOOD, NJ – A fire that erupted in a Lakewood building is now the focus of a thorough investigation. Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer reported that the incident occurred on March…

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Temperatures to Pass 70 Again Across New Jersey Today Before the Rain Comes

Today, New Jersey will enjoy sunny skies with temperatures reaching near 70 degrees. A gentle northwest wind at around 5 mph will shift southward in the afternoon, providing a pleasant day overall.…

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Jackson Township Announces Major Expansion of South New Prospect Road

Jackson, NJ – Mayor Michael Reina, alongside the Jackson Township Council, has unveiled plans for a significant road improvement project on South New Prospect Road slated for advancement in 2024. Aimed at…

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Lakewood Man Gets 30 Years in Prison for Sexting 12-Year-Old

TRENTON, NJ – Samuel Schwinger, a 38-year-old resident of Lakewood, New Jersey, has been sentenced to 30 years in prison for his involvement in coercing a minor to produce images of child…

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Man Killed in Freak Industrial Accident at County Recycling Facility

Lakewood, NJ – A tragic incident at the Northern Recycling Center on 800 Towbin Avenue resulted in the death of a 50-year-old worker, Timothy Hannold of West Creek, on January 31st. The…

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Fire That Gutted Lakewood Home Sparked by Menorah

LAKEWOOD, NJ – A menorah is cited as the cause of a significant blaze that ravaged a residence in Lakewood’s Raintree neighborhood on Thursday evening. Firefighters responded to the scene shortly after…

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New Jersey Is Experiencing Gun Boom As Murphys Call for More Gun Bans

LAKEWOOD, NJ – New Jerseyans are seeking to arm themselves in light of the terrorist attack in Israel by Hamas on October 7th. The prospect that terrorism could strike home in the…

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Three From Brick Charged for Throwing Eggs at People in Lakewood

LAKEWOOD, NJ — Lakewood Police apprehended three individuals early this morning following multiple reports of egg-throwing at pedestrians and properties from a moving vehicle. Officer Nicholas Romeo, alongside the Lakewood Civilian Safety…

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Two Injured in Head-On Crash With School Bus in Lakewood

LAKEWOOD, NJ – A van collided head-on with a stationary school bus early Monday morning, injuring at least two individuals. The incident occurred around 7:30 a.m. on Central Avenue and was captured…

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Lakewood Police Department Honors Female Officers on National Police Woman Day

LAKEWOOD, NJ – The Lakewood Police Department paid tribute to its female officers this September in honor of National Police Woman Day. Police Chief Gregory Meyer extended his appreciation to the department’s…

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Jackson Ordinance Blocks Outsiders from Serving as Chaplains

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – An ordinance signed into law by Mayor Michael Reina in Jackson Township will preserve the highly esteemed title of police chaplain but will limit the honor to township…

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Lakewood Fire Department Hosting BBQ During Latest Recruitment Drive

LAKEWOOD, NJ – The Lakewood Fire Department is calling on all community members to answer the call of duty and join their ranks as volunteer firefighters. To encourage recruitment and foster a…

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One Injured in Lakewood Fire

LAKEWOOD, NJ – One person was injured and seven people were displaced from their home after an overnight fire damaged a home in Lakewood. The fire was reported at 19 Columbus Avenue…

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Power Outage Scheduled Today in Lakewood

LAKEWOOD, NJ – It’s hot and muggy out there, but an emergency power outage is still planned for today in Lakewood Township. Later today, there is a possibility that residents in certain…

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These 10 Famous People Have Ties to Lakewood

LAKEWOOD, NJ – Lakewood Township has become a cultural and religious center for the growing Orthodox Jewish community in America, but there’s more to Lakewood when you look closer. In fact, several…

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Lakewood woman pinned under rolling car while unloading groceries

Lakewood, NJ – Police are investigating after a woman was pinned under her car while unloading groceries. At approximately 9:45 pm yesterday evening, a 62-year-old woman experienced an unfortunate incident while exiting…

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Convicted Lakewood Scammer Admits to $21.7 Million Healthcare Fraud

Newark, N.J. – Alexander Schleider, a 57-year-old resident of Lakewood, New Jersey, has admitted his involvement in a durable medical equipment kickback scheme, according to U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger. Schleider pleaded…

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New Jersey Bail Reform Act blamed for another murder

LAKEWOOD, NJ – Betty Perry was found dead in her Lakewood home, nude, covered in a blue ink or paint and on the floor of her bedroom when police arrived on the…

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