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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.…

Federal Judge Rejects Lakewood Man’s Attempt to Revive Lawsuit Over Red Flag Gun Seizure

NEWARK, N.J. — A federal judge has rejected an attempt by a Lakewood man to revive parts of a lawsuit connected to New Jersey’s “red flag” gun law and the seizure of…

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Bao Kosher Chinese Restaurant Planned for Jackson Crossing Space Long Occupied by Koto Sushi and Hibachi

Jackson, NJ — A longtime Jackson Township restaurant location known for years as the home of Koto Sushi and Hibachi is preparing for a major transformation, with a new sit-down Chinese restaurant…

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No Freeze, Just Higher Bills: New Jersey Electric Costs Climb Up to 40% Since 2022

Trenton, NJ — New Jersey residents hoping for relief from rising electric bills instead faced some of the steepest utility increases in years, with many households now paying 20% to 40% more…

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YouTuber Who Mocked Lakewood-based Kars4Kids for Years Gets Hired to Rebuild the Infamous Jingle

LAKEWOOD, NJ — After years of publicly roasting the Kars4Kids jingle online, musician and YouTuber Steve Terreberry ended up with an unexpected offer: remake the commercial himself. Terreberry, whose videos criticizing the…

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Fundraiser Launched for Jackson Township Building Department Employee Ronald Miller Jr.

A fundraiser has been launched to support the family of Ronald Miller Jr., a Jackson Township Building Department employee who died unexpectedly last week following a medical emergency while driving. According to…

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New Jersey Targets Early Utility Autopay Withdrawals Before Official Due Dates After Consumer Complaints

TRENTON, N.J. — Did you ever get automatically charged by a service for a bill before it was due? Well, New Jersey lawmakers want to put and end to that practice. New…

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New Jersey MVC Recalls ‘FDT-8647’ License Plate After Anti-Trump Message Draws Complaints

Hopewell, NJ — New Jersey motor vehicle officials have recalled a personalized license plate reading “FDT-8647” after the anti-Trump message circulated widely online and triggered complaints about political rhetoric targeting President Donald…

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New Jersey Special Education Chief Under Fire After Skipping Hearing as Parents, Lawmakers Demand Answers

Trenton, NJ — A growing dispute over New Jersey’s special education oversight intensified Thursday after Assemblywoman Dawn Fantasia publicly accused state education officials of avoiding accountability when Dr. Lily Laux, Gov. Mikie…

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NJ Traffic Update: Parkway Crash in Cranford, Tunnel Delays Stretch Morning Commute

NEWARK, N.J. — Thursday morning commuters across New Jersey faced heavy congestion at major Hudson River crossings and multiple crashes on key highways, slowing traffic from South Jersey to North Jersey during…

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New Jersey Ranked Third for Antisemitic Incidents as Assaults Reach Record High, ADL Reports

TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey recorded the third-highest number of antisemitic incidents in the nation in 2025, according to a new Anti-Defamation League audit that described rising violence against Jewish Americans as…

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New Jersey Investing an Estimated $5 Million to Bring World Cup Experience to Communities Across State

CAMDEN COUNTY, N.J. — New Jersey officials announced Tuesday that $5 million in state grants will be distributed to dozens of organizations across the state to create fan zones, watch parties, festivals,…

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Exploding Porta-potty Draws State Agencies to Lakewood

An exploding portable toilet in Lakewood led to a police and fire department response that included state agencies Saturday night, authorities said. The explosion was reported around 9:30 p.m. at a construction…

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Toms River Firefighter, EMT Identified as Gunman in Shootout With Police in South Toms River

South Toms River, NJ – A late-night police encounter regarding an alleged domestic incident escalated into a reported shootout on Tuesday, April 29, leaving a suspect wounded and now facing multiple murder…

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Longtime Jackson Resident Was Just Trying to Get Home When He Was Called the N-Word

Jackson, NJ — A Jackson Township resident filed a police report after a child shouted a racial slur, the “N-Word” with the hard R, at him during an encounter on a residential…

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Lakewood Leads New Jersey in Births, Jackson Jumps 167% Since 2018

Lakewood, NJ — More than 5,400 babies were born in Lakewood in 2024, keeping the Ocean County township at the top of New Jersey for births for the fourth consecutive year and…

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New Jersey Diners Are In Decline, But State Lawmakers Say There’s A Plan To Save Them

Trenton, NJ — A new bill backed by South Jersey lawmakers would slash taxes for long-standing diners and restaurants, offering financial relief to businesses that have operated for at least 25 years…

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Who is to blame for Spirit Airlines demise: Warren, Buttigieg Emerge as Key Suspects, Not Trump

NEWARK, NJ — Democrats are taking to social media today blaming President Trump for the Spirit Airlines closure, but a deep dive into the topic shows that it was Democrats during the…

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Spirit Airlines Cancels All Flights, Shuts Down Operations Immediately, Stranding Travelers Nationwide

Miramar, FL — Travelers across the United States woke up Saturday to grounded plans as Spirit Airlines abruptly canceled all flights and began shutting down operations immediately, leaving thousands unable to travel…

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Intersection of Beam Ave and Manhattan St with a stop sign and a white pickup parked by trees in a residential area.

Early Report: Three Pedestrians Struck at Jackson Township Intersection Friday, Child Among Injured

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ — Three people, including a child, were injured Friday after a vehicle vs. pedestrian crash at the intersection of Manhattan Street and Beam Avenue, sending all three victims to…

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Firefighters in turnout gear practice a rescue drill, stabilizing a tall ladder against a building.

Toms River Teacher Juggles Motherhood, Classroom, and Volunteer Firefighting Role

TOMS RIVER, NJ — Answering emergency calls while raising two young children and teaching advanced math, Erin Seneca has built a life around service in multiple forms. The Toms River resident joined…

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