Man jailed in Ocean County on child endangerment and lewdness charges
Toms River, NJ – A man was booked into the Ocean County jail Saturday after being charged with lewdness in front of children and endangering the welfare of a child, according to…
Jackson Skating Center to remain open under new ownership
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Last month, the owners of the Jackson Skating Center announced the facility would be closing. This weekend, the rink hosted its final events under the old ownership, Roller…
What’s next for the old Steverino’s pizza space now that DiCosmos has closed down
TOMS RIVER, NJ – For what seemed like an eternity, Steverino’s Pizzeria was the goto pizza joint in Silverton, but three years ago, after decades of serving the residents of the community,…
Here are the top 10 highest-rated pizzas in Toms River
TOMS RIVER, NJ – There’s no shortage of pizzerias in Toms River, but only a handful can truly be considered the best in town. Now, the One Bite Pizza app designed by…
Flemming recuses self over conflict of interest with developer of proposed religious school application
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Jackson Township Council President Marty Flemming, who also serves on the Jackson Township Planning Board, recused himself from a controversial development application, citing a personal conflict of interest…
Manchester police issue missing person alert for 60-year-old man
MANCHESTER, NJ – A sixty-year-old Manchester man suffering from dementia and using a walker to get around has been reported missing by the Manchester Police Department. According to the Manchester Township Police…
Pedestrian struck and killed on Garden State Parkway in Toms River
Toms River, NJ- The New Jersey State Police today reported that a person who was struck and killed by a car on the Garden State Parkway on Sunday has died from their…
Child nearly chokes from zip tie used to build family’s Sukkah in Lakewood
LAKEWOOD, NJ – A young child was nearly choked when he tied a large zip tie to be used in the constitution of the family’s outdoor Sukkah. According to a report by…
Route 37 bridge lane closures during the week for the next few weeks
TOMS RIVER, NJ – if you’re planning on traveling to the Jersey Shore over the next few weeks, heading to the northern Barrier Island state officials are warning drivers to plan for…
Brick Township woman found guilty for murdering her wife
BRICK, NJ – a 49-year-old woman who was on trial for killing her wife in Brick Township in May has been found guilty of murder after a nearly three-week jury trial. Mayra…
Seaside Heights man pleads guilty to murder of woman inside Jersey Shore motel
Toms River, NJ- A Seaside Heights man has pled guilty to aggravated manslaughter in connection with the death of Alecia Perreault, 29, also of Seaside Heights. On Friday, Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley…
LBI Chowderfest postponed as organizers scramble to reschedule
BEACH HAVEN, NJ – The annual LBI Chowderfest scheduled for this weekend has been postponed, and organizers are working on trying to reschedule the event for later in October. The decision was…
Silverton Fire Company fall festival canceled as Ian nears
TOMS RIVER, NJ – The annual Silverton Volunteer Fire Department fall festival and poker run have been canceled as Hurricane Ivan begins heading into the region. The festival which was scheduled for…
Jackson Vietnam veteran honored in front of sellout crowd at Yankee Stadium
JACKSON, NJ – Every night the New York Yankees play a home game at Yankee Stadium, they honor a U.S. veteran. On Friday, that veteran was Vietnam veteran and Purple Heart recipient…
Fire near Lakewood reporter’s home appears to be intentional, fire department says
LAKEWOOD, NJ – Political beat reporters usually have thick skins. They are targeted by numerous threats, harassment, and name-calling, but one Lakewood political reporter alleges that a fire set near his home…
“Phil Murphy is delusional” shore legislators say as governor says New Jersey prepared for immigrant buses
TOMS RIVER, NJ – New Jersey governor Phil Murphy is delusional. That’s the sentiment today from Ocean County legislators representing New Jersey’s 10th District after the governor said New Jersey is prepared…
As the weather cools, Lacey Moose Lodge donates blankets, $1,000 to Popcorn Park
The animals at Popcorn Park will have a much more comfortable and enjoyable winter after members of the Lacey Moose Lodge donated a van full of blankets and $1,000 to the 45-year-old…
Shore Republican leaders to back GOP incumbent Reina for Jackson mayor
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Jersey Shore area Republican leaders from Congressman Chris Smith on down have signaled their intent to endorse Jackson Township incumbent Mayor Michael Reina. While the local Jackson GOP…
That time Joe Biden came to the Jersey Shore to tell us we have a ‘homeboy who gets it’ in D.C.
SEASIDE HEIGHTS, NJ – Shortly after Superstorm Sandy struck the Jersey Shore, then Vice-President Joe Biden visited Seaside Heights to inspect the damage. His visit came on November 19th, about three weeks…
New Jersey Governor Full Steam Ahead on Wind Turbines Off Jersey Shore Coastline
TOMS RIVER, NJ – New Jersey’s clear and unobstructed views of the Atlantic Ocean from its beautiful and pristine shorelines will soon end. New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy intends to build America’s…
Fire damages modular private school on Cross Street in Lakewood
LAKEWOOD, NJ – The once serene and country-like road of Cross Street in Lakewood Township has turned into a thoroughfare of private schools in recent years. Some of the schools built there…
After Sandy: State Troopers from around America came to the Jersey Shore to help
SEASIDE HEIGHTS, NJ – Ten years ago, Superstorm Sandy devastated the Jersey Shore, in particular, here in Ocean County where the storm made landfall. That landfall decimated the barrier island in Ocean…
What’s next for the old Beachwood Plaza
BERKELEY TOWNSHIP, NJ – It was an eyesore in Ocean County for decades. In the 80s and 90s, it saw some of its final act with a pool hall that hosted local…
Op-Ed: Toms River Realtors Say New Law Shakes Down Home Sellers
by Michael Barone, Kimberly Bell, Mary Bueti, Carmela Lerro Calantoni, Rosa Cavallaro, Ed DeBiase, Maria “Marisa” Matarazzo, Lori O’Connell, and Dana Romero. TOMS RIVER, NJ – Toms River has been and should…
Toms River North Crushes Long Branch as Undefeated Season Continues
TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Toms River North Mariners (5-0) traveled to Long Branch on Saturday to take on the struggling Green Wave (1-3). A dominant all-around performance by the Mariners ended…
Nephew and Uncle Admit to Killing Lakewood Man with Machete
LAKEWOOD, NJ – A Lakewood man and his nephew have pleaded guilty to first-degree manslaughter charges following the 2019 murder of a Lakewood Township man with a machete and Howell. Omar Rivera-Rojas…
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