Ocean County News

TRENTON, NJ — A critical fire weather warning has been issued across central and southern New Jersey, indicating a heightened risk of wildfires. The National Weather Service in Mount Holly …

BRICK, NJ — Shawn Philbin, a dedicated volunteer firefighter with the Herbertsville Fire Company, is thrilled to announce a special event to support the community. The event, a Golf Outing, …

TRENTON, NJ—In an effort to protect consumers, New Jersey Assemblywoman Nancy F. Munoz has sponsored a bill aimed at service repair contractors. The bill seeks to prevent contractors from charging …

TRENTON, NJ— Animals have rights too. And in New Jersey, lawmakers are moving to enact what can be viewed as an animal bill of rights. New Jersey lawmakers have introduced …

TOMS RIVER, NJ—Losing a business in your community is never a good thing. Once again, residents of Silverton and the greater Toms River area are without a restaurant at the …

JACKSON, NJ — On March 18th, the Jackson Police Department honored the memory of Police Officer Robert J. Ventura, who tragically passed away on this day in 2001. Officer Ventura …

Lakewood, NJ—Yisroel Kornik, a 33-year-old man from Lakewood, NJ, faces counterfeiting charges after being accused of selling fake postage stamps, the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office reported. The charges stem from …

Kayak Found Floating Near Mathis Bridge, No Victims Suspected TOMS RIVER, NJ – A motorist alerted police after spotting an upside-down kayak drifting near the Mathis Bridge. Authorities responded by …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – During a routine traffic stop for motor vehicle violations at the intersection of Fischer Boulevard and Merrimac, Patrol Officer Landmesser attempted to pull over a silver …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – One man was arrested after a dispute over allegedly owed money in Toms River ended in a front yard brawl and a police response. According to …

TRENTON, NJ—New Jersey school districts and schools are often criticized for being too top-heavy. Some schools have multiple assistant superintendents and other layers of administration, and a bill in the …

TRENTON, NJ – Following a brief period of warm weather, New Jersey is bracing for the return of colder temperatures. The forecast for tonight predicts partly cloudy skies with temperatures …

Browsing the menus of twenty-four well-known Irish pubs and restaurants in the New York and New Jersey area, this item was consistently at the top of the menu during St. …

St. Patrick’s Day Revelry at the Jersey Shore: Top Ten Irish Pubs The Jersey Shore, with its picturesque beaches and vibrant communities, becomes a hub of festive energy on St. …

Stafford Township Police Department announced that on Saturday, March 16, around 3:00 AM, a structure fire occurred at 154 Division Street. Responding to the scene were Stafford Township Fire Department, …

A single-vehicle crash in Manchester Township, New Jersey, on Friday, March 15, 2024, left a 72-year-old man injured and prompted an ongoing investigation by local authorities. At around 6:23 pm, …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Toms River police officers arrested Miguel Sanchez-Garcia after he was observed by patrol officers swerving and having difficulty maintaining his lane of travel. A traffic stop …

WHITING, NJ—A motor vehicle accident prompted an emergency response from Whiting Fire Company Sta. 33 in Cedar Glen Lakes at approximately 12:21 PM on Thursday. Upon arrival, the rescue team …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Toms River Police responded to an incident on North Carolina Street on the call of an assault. When officers arrived, they found that Alejandro Campos-Nieto had …

NEWARK, NJ — As the last of winter’s chill gives way to the milder breezes of spring, gardeners in New Jersey’s Zone 7 can seize the opportunity to start their …

LAKEWOOD, NJ — On March 12, Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced that Yisroel Kornik, 33, of Lakewood, has been charged with counterfeiting. This announcement follows a detailed investigation …

TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey Senator Vin Gopal, Chair of the Education Committee, presided over an extensive hearing on Thursday, listening to hours of testimony regarding the state’s flawed S2 …

STAFFORD TOWNSHIP, NJ — Motorists are advised of upcoming travel disruptions on Route 72 due to the Manahawkin Bay Bridges project. The New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) has announced …

BRICK, NJ – The much-anticipated grand opening of Livoti’s Old World Market at the Laurel Square Shopping Center was celebrated last week. Mayor Lisa Crate, alongside Council President Vince Minichino, …