Ocean County News

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Wady A. Lopez-Florentino, 35, was arrested on January 18, 2025, in Ocean County on multiple charges, including shoplifting, resisting arrest, and obstructing the administration of law. …

TOMS RIVER, NJ — A fire broke out Wednesday morning at Tri City Plaza shopping center on Route 9, prompting a swift response from the Pleasant Plains Fire Department and …

TOMS RIVER, NJ — A Manchester Township man has been sentenced to 18 years in New Jersey State Prison for the attempted murder of a woman in a 2023 stabbing …

CASSVILLE, N.J. — Fire crews from Cassville Volunteer Fire Company #1 and Whitesville Volunteer Fire Department quickly responded to a fire involving two outbuildings behind a residence on Tuesday evening, …

LITTLE EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A two-month investigation into narcotics distribution led to the arrest of a Little Egg Harbor Township man on numerous weapons and drug charges, Ocean …

TRENTON, N.J. — Environmental leaders across New Jersey are speaking out against a series of anti-offshore wind energy rallies planned for this weekend, criticizing them as coordinated efforts backed by …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — As winter temperatures drop, the Toms River Bureau of Fire Prevention is warning residents about the dangers of walking on frozen bodies of water, emphasizing that …

JACKSON, NJ – Democrat candidate for Governor Josh Gottheimer has announced the hiring of Tzvi Herman, a controversial former Ocean County Republican political operative who jumped ship to the Democrat …

TOMS RIVER, NJ — A 67-year-old woman was fatally struck by a car while crossing Route 166 on Sunday evening, police confirmed. Cynthia Ryder was crossing the highway near 1055 …

BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ — Mayor Lisa Crate joined Council Vice President Vince Minichino, Councilwoman Heather deJong, and Councilman Steve Feinman on Wednesday to celebrate the grand opening of Palms Hair …

BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ — A routine traffic stop conducted by the Brick Township Police Street Crimes Unit on January 8 uncovered drugs, a defaced firearm, and other evidence, leading to …

FORKED RIVER, NJ — Rascal, a six-year-old cat with a gentle heart, is back at the Associated Humane Popcorn Park Shelter after losing his loving owner. Adopted in 2019, Rascal …

TOMS RIVER, NJ — The Toms River Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a truck and its driver connected to two attempted break-ins at local businesses. …

TRENTON, NJ — A $5 Jersey Jackpot! Fast Play Progressive ticket sold in Toms River has earned one New Jersey lottery player a prize of $67,372. The winning ticket, representing …

New Jersey is experiencing a chilly but relatively typical stretch of winter weather for mid-January. Today brings mostly sunny skies with a high near 43°F, accompanied by a light west …

TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey commuters faced several disruptions this morning with multiple traffic incidents and delays reported across key roadways. As of 8:19 a.m., a disabled bus blocked the …

BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ — The Brick Township Police Department has announced the promotion of Detective Ryan Talty to the rank of sergeant, recognizing his exceptional service and leadership within the …

TOMS RIVER, NJ — The family of a missing Toms River man is asking for the public’s assistance in locating him after his car was found abandoned at Shelter Cove. …

BERKELEY TOWNSHIP, NJ — A serious motor vehicle crash on Route 9 near Hickory Lane left one person injured and temporarily shut down the roadway on Saturday. According to Berkeley …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – The deteriorating Toms River Boatworks, severely damaged during Superstorm Sandy and left in disrepair for years, has been demolished. Mayor Dan Rodrick and the township council …

TOMS RIVER, NJ — A fire on the roof of a Toms River medical facility was quickly contained Friday afternoon, with no reported injuries or impact on patient care, officials …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. – Thomas Hayes of Ocean County was arrested on January 9, 2025, and is being held without bail on charges of cyber harassment and stalking. Authorities allege …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. – Teofelo Reyes Lima of Ocean County was arrested on January 7, 2025, and is being held without bail on charges of criminal sexual contact and endangering …

JACKSON, N.J. — Vito Cardinale, the principal developer of Adventure Crossing, has threatened to sue Jackson Township over an ordinance passed last year that blocks him from building 1,150 housing …

TOMS RIVER, NJ — During Tuesday evening’s reorganization session at Toms River’s first council meeting of the year, Lavallette Police Sergeant Justin Lamb was sworn in as council president, succeeding …