Ocean County News

TOMS RIVER, NJ—In Toms River, the Rice family exemplifies a multi-generational commitment to service. Matthew Rice, 23, recently earned his master’s degree in fire science, specializing in explosion and investigation. …

JACKSON, NJ – At Monday night’s Jackson Township town council meeting, Greg Powell from Ben Schaefer Recreation presented a comprehensive proposal for a new playground at Woodlane Park. The current …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Mayor Dan Rodrick and the Toms River Recreation Department are excited to announce this summer’s free concert series at Shelter Cove Beach. Scheduled for Wednesday evenings …

SEASIDE HEIGHTS, NJ — Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer has announced that 41-year-old Anthony Collins of Seaside Heights has pleaded guilty to manslaughter. The plea was entered before the …

MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ — The Manchester Township Police Department is reaching out to the community for assistance in identifying a suspect involved in an assault that occurred on May 31st …

BERKELEY TOWNSHIP, NJ— A recent arrest made by the Berkeley Township Police highlights ongoing law enforcement efforts to manage public intoxication and related offenses. On May 2, 2024, several officers …

MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ — A severe motor vehicle accident involving a motorcycle and a car occurred at the intersection of County Route 571 and Beacon Street on Sunday, June 9, …

BRICK, NJ – Mayor Lisa Crate and the Brick Township Police Department have extended their congratulations to the graduates of the 2024 D.A.R.E (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) program. The commendation …

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer and Jackson Township Police Chief Matthew Kunz have confirmed that a fatal motor vehicle crash, involving a bicyclist, is under …

FORKED RIVER, NJ – Binky, a delightful three-year-old bunny, is searching for a new family at the Associated Humane Popcorn Park Shelter in Forked River, New Jersey. Previously cherished and …

BRICK, NJ—A tragic accident occurred in Brick on Saturday afternoon, resulting in the deaths of two passengers. The crash occurred just before 1 p.m. at Brick Boulevard and Chambers Bridge …

BRICK, NJ — The Brick Township Police Department is currently investigating a motor vehicle crash that occurred at the intersection of Brick Boulevard and Chambers Bridge Road. The incident was …

BRICK, NJ — SummerFest, presented by Pine Belt Cars, marks its 29th season this year at Windward Beach Park, offering a series of free concerts and spectacular fireworks. The event …

POINT PLEASANT BEACH, NJ — FOX News Channel’s flagship program, “The Five,” is set to broadcast a unique live episode from Martell’s Tiki Bar in Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey. …

MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ — A shed fire on Riverside Drive prompted a swift response from the Manchester Township Police Department and multiple fire companies on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, at …

PLUMSTED, NJ – Plumsted Mayor Domonick Cuozo and Councilman Michael Hammerstone were defeated by challengers James Hagelstein and Thomas Potter in Tuesday’s GOP primary election. Cuozzo secured just 16% of …

TOMS RIVER, NJ — Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced the arrest of 18-year-old Kailyn Gorga from Toms River, who faces charges of Vehicular Homicide and Assault by Auto. …

RARITAN BAY, NJ — Kenneth Halvorsen Jr., a 53-year-old man from Toms River, was pronounced dead after being found unresponsive on a boat that had run aground in Raritan Bay, …

MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ — On Sunday, at around 3:02 PM, Manchester Township Police were called to the scene of a collision at the intersection of State Highway 70 and County …

BRICK, NJ – It was twenty years ago when residents of Ocean County learned that a local National Guard soldier, Chris Duffy was killed in action by an IED in …

LAKEWOOD TWP, NJ – A crash this morning on the Garden State Parkway has resulted in a lane blockage near Lakewood Township. The New Jersey Turnpike Authority reported the incident …

BRICK, NJ – After an extensive search, authorities have successfully located and arrested Christopher Therien, who was previously reported missing and endangered. Therien was found following his unexpected escape from …

TOMS RIVER, NJ—The Ocean County GOP has officially endorsed Curtis Bashaw for the U.S. Senate and will ask voters to cast their ballots for the locally endorsed candidate over the …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Authorities have announced the conviction of Christopher Gregor, a 32-year-old from Monroe Township, for the aggravated manslaughter of his six-year-old son, identified only as C.M. The …

BEACHWOOD, NJ – A significant traffic incident on US 9 near Admiral Lane in Beachwood has led to the closure of all lanes in both directions. The New Jersey Department …