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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.…

Free Rock Concert in Island Heights Tonight as Undisputed Takes the Stage at Peto Museum

The John F. Peto Studio Museum will host a free outdoor performance by rock band Undisputed tonight, with music, raffles, and garden seating available in Island Heights. Music fans can enjoy a…

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White House Reports “Aliens Walk Among Us” Release Report on Lakewood

A new White House immigration website shows 114 arrests in Lakewood between February 2025 and May 2026, with officials citing a range of criminal charges and gang affiliations among some individuals taken…

Police Blotter·Community News·Five Towns NJ News·Jackson Township News

Three Lakewood Cops Disciplined Following Separate Internal Investigations

Three Lakewood police officers received suspensions after internal investigations found violations involving a vehicle pursuit and the handling of an injured crash victim, according to New Jersey major discipline records. Three officers…

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ICE Agent Struck by Car in New Jersey; Shots Fired

A federal immigration agent was reportedly struck by a fleeing vehicle and discharged a firearm during an attempted apprehension in Manahawkin, authorities said. A federal immigration enforcement operation in Stafford Township led…

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New Jersey’s First World Cup Match Ends in a 1-1 Tie, Reminding The World Why We Don’t Love Soccer

East Rutherford, NJ – The first FIFA World Cup match ever played in New Jersey was supposed to be a historic moment. Instead, many Americans left MetLife Stadium and turned off their…

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Toms River’s Anti-Gun Councilman Fails to Stop Indoor Gun Range as Construction Continues

Work continues on the planned $20 million Ocean County Sports Complex as anti-gun critics question the inclusion of an indoor shooting range located in the same plaza as dining and entertainment attractions.…

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New Jersey Governor Shifts $15 Million from Domestic Violence Victims to Migrant Legal Services

Assemblywoman Victoria Flynn is criticizing Gov. Mikie Sherrill’s proposed budget after funding reductions for women’s services coincided with a major increase in immigration legal defense spending. Trenton, N.J. – A growing political…

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New Jersey Ranked 5th-Worst State for Road Rage as Aggressive Driving Fuels Fatal Crashes

A new national analysis ranks New Jersey among the worst states in America for road rage and aggressive driving, with nearly half of all fatal crashes linked to dangerous driver behavior. Trenton,…

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Man Already Dead in Jackson Roadway Before Dump Truck Ran Over Body, According to Police

Jackson Township, NJ — A man died after being found lying in the roadway on South Hope Chapel Road early Monday, and investigators say a dump truck driver who attempted to avoid…

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Toms River School Board Votes to Continue Sending Millions of Dollars Annually to Lakewood Transportation Authority

Toms River Taxpayers Foot Growing Bill as School Board Funnels Millions to Lakewood Busing Network As local taxpayers grapple with rising school costs and shrinking state aid, the Toms River Regional School…

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Ocean County Sheriff’s Officer Sued for Striking Pedestrian with Patrol Car in Lakewood

LAKEWOOD, N.J. — A Lakewood man claims an Ocean County sheriff’s officer struck him while he crossed a township intersection last year, leaving him with what the lawsuit describes as permanent injuries…

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New Jersey Poll Workers Can Earn $300 for June 2 Primary Election Shifts

Trenton, N.J. — New Jersey officials are urging residents to sign up as poll workers for the June 2 Primary Election, offering paid opportunities for adults and students to help staff voting…

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Update: Teen Driver Charged in Fatal Hit and Run Crash that Killed Brick Freshman Student on Bicycle

BRICK, N.J. — A Brick Township High School freshman riding a bicycle near campus died Monday morning after a speeding BMW struck him in a marked crosswalk and fled the scene, according…

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New Jersey Democrats Yank It: Pull F.U.C.K. ICE Bill Amid Backlash and Controversy

Trenton, NJ — New Jersey Democratic lawmakers have pulled a controversial immigration enforcement bill from the legislative docket after the proposal sparked political backlash over its provocative acronym and sweeping legal implications.…

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NJ Drivers Pay 6.625% Sales Tax on Cars, While Millionaire Private Aircraft Sales Escape Tax Entirely

NJ Taxes Your Used Honda but Lets Many Private Jet Buyers Skip Sales Tax TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey residents buying a used car from a neighbor can face thousands of dollars…

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South Jersey Transportation Officials Indicted Over Not Paying Bills, Toms River Could Be Next

Toms River, NJ — Two current and former South Jersey Transportation Authority officials face criminal charges after prosecutors accused them of using public power to punish a political opponent during a bitter…

Five Towns NJ News·Ocean County News·Police Blotter·Toms River News

Lakewood’s Kars4Kids Banned in California Because it Only Benefits Jewish Children in New Jersey

California Judge Orders Kars4Kids Ads Off Air, Says Donations Misled Donors About Where Money Went Lakewood, NJ — The familiar Kars4Kids jingle will disappear from California airwaves after a judge ruled the…

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Migrant Kidnapper Lured 4-Year-Old Girl Into ‘Secret Room’ at Laundromat, Released by New York Judge

Patchogue, N.Y. — A 4-year-old girl disappeared from a Patchogue laundromat for several terrifying minutes after a man accused of luring her away allegedly promised to take her to a “secret room,”…

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Some Children Left Behind: New Jersey Lawmakers Intentionally Shortchanging School Districts Because of Political Affiliation

For years, parents and teachers in Republican leaning school districts across New Jersey have claimed that state Democrats and Governor Mikie Sherrill and her predecessor Phil Murphy have targeted those districts and…

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Blockbuster Tops List of Defunct Brands New Jersey Residents Want Back Most

Newark, NJ – Blockbuster still holds a powerful grip on nostalgia for New Jersey residents over 45, beating out bookstores, video rental rivals, and classic department stores as the brand people most…

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