Tonight’s Toms River Concert and Fireworks Rescheduled to Thursday
Toms River, NJ – Residents are invited to head to Shelter Cove Beach on Thursday evening as the Toms River Recreation Department presents another installment of the township’s popular Summer Concert Series…
Marines Should Not Go Into Hiding: Veterans Group Rescinds Previous Guidance to Stay Hidden During Iran Conflict
A force protection message sent to Marine Corps League members was reversed a day later after backlash across the organization. TRENTON, NJ – A national advisory urging members of the Marine Corps…
One dead after dramatic police encounter in Ocean County
Police encounter in Lacey Township leaves one person dead, officer injured LACEY TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A police encounter in Ocean County early Monday morning left one person dead and a police officer…
Severe Thunderstorms Likely Monday With 75 MPH Winds Possible Across New Jersey
Forecasters warn a powerful line of storms could bring widespread wind damage, isolated tornadoes, and localized flooding Monday afternoon and evening. Mount Holly, NJ – Severe thunderstorms capable of producing damaging winds…
Top New Jersey Dem Wants to Force School District Consolidation: Why Jackson and Lakewood Should Take Notice
Top New Jersey Education Senator Calls for Mandatory School District Consolidation New Jersey’s top Democrat overseeing education policy is now openly calling for mandatory consolidation of school districts, reigniting a controversial debate…
Can Seaside Heights Prevent a Repeat of 2025’s Violence as the 2026 Season Nears?
After a summer marked by stabbings, mass arrests, and boardwalk shutdowns, the question facing Seaside Heights is whether the town can avoid another season of violence as crowds return in 2026. Seaside…
Here are the “Most Easter” places to visit in New Jersey
Best Easter Events and Activities Across New Jersey for 2026 : From scenic train rides to beach egg hunts and farm festivals, families across New Jersey have plenty of Easter events to…
These Candies Top List of New Jersey’s Favorite and Most Disliked Easter Candies
A new roundup of Easter treats shows Reese’s Peanut Butter Eggs leading the list of favorite holiday candies among New Jersey residents. Toms River, NJ – Reese’s Peanut Butter Eggs are once…
Seaside Heights Ocean-Block Retail Property Listed for $3.5 Million With Redevelopment Potential
A fully leased retail strip center near the beach in Seaside Heights has hit the market for $3.49 million, with potential for future residential redevelopment. Seaside Heights, NJ – A beachside commercial…
Former EPA Superfund Toxic Waste Site On the Market for an $18 Million Flip
A 22.7-acre property known as Reich Farm in Toms River has been listed for $18 million with approvals for warehouse, office, and self-storage development. Toms River, NJ – One of the largest…
Massive Jackson Warehouse Project Proposed on 30-Acre Farm Site Along Hope Chapel Road Border With Toms River, Manchester
A large industrial warehouse complex has been proposed for a 30-acre property on South Hope Chapel Road in Jackson Township, replacing farmland with multiple distribution buildings. Jackson, NJ – A major warehouse…
Manchester Police Seek Public’s Help Finding Missing 83-Year-Old Woman Last Seen in Toms River
Authorities say Rosalind C. Tortorelli, 83, has been missing since December and was last seen in the Toms River area. Manchester Township, NJ – Manchester Township police are asking for the public’s…
Another Lakewood Teen Shot on East 4th Street Days After Deadly Shooting Investigation
An 18-year-old was shot Saturday in Lakewood as investigators examine whether the violence may be connected to a fatal shooting that occurred in the township last week. Lakewood, NJ – An 18-year-old…
Manchester Township Driver Dies After Vehicle Strikes Tree at Pinewald Keswick Road Intersection
A 75-year-old Whiting man died after his SUV left the roadway and crashed into a tree early Friday morning, police said. Manchester Township, NJ – A Whiting man died after a single-vehicle…
What’s On Fire? Southern Ocean County Heavy Smoke Prompts Police Advisory
Authorities say a controlled burn by the New Jersey Forest Fire Service is causing widespread smoke but poses no threat to the public. Stafford Township, NJ – Smoke drifting across parts of…
Beachwood Adds Two New Four-Way Stop Intersections on Barnegat Boulevard and Ocean Avenue
Beachwood police say two intersections have been converted to full four-way stops as part of a new traffic pattern beginning this week. Beachwood, NJ – Drivers traveling through Beachwood will notice new…
From farm markets to classic bakeries, New Jersey offers some of the best homemade pies in the Northeast.
Lakewood, NJ – With National Pi Day celebrated every March 14, many New Jersey residents look for the perfect slice of pie to mark the occasion. Across the Garden State, bakeries, orchards,…
Lakewood woman charged after alleged bias harassment of neighbor
Lakewood woman charged with bias intimidation after neighbor dispute LAKEWOOD, NJ — A Lakewood woman has been charged with bias intimidation following an investigation into allegations that she directed derogatory remarks toward…
Atlantic City man charged in Brant Beach home break in
DNA evidence leads to burglary charges against Atlantic City man LONG BEACH TOWNSHIP, NJ — A burglary investigation in the Brant Beach section of Long Beach Township has resulted in charges against…
SUV driver blows past school bus in Manchester
Driver sought after SUV passes stopped school bus in Manchester MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ — A driver is being sought after allegedly passing a stopped school bus while a student was exiting, prompting…
$1.05 Million Carlson Court Sale Tops This Week’s Jackson Real Estate Closings
A five-bedroom home on Carlson Court led the latest round of Jackson Township property sales, closing for $1.05 million. Jackson, NJ — Several homes sold across Jackson Township this week, with prices…
