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Pedestrian struck and airlifted after violent Whiting intersection crash

Victim flown to trauma center with life-threatening injuries MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A 43-year-old pedestrian was airlifted to a trauma center Sunday night after being struck by a car at a Whiting intersection, with investigators saying the impact threw him…

Beachgoers can expect hot temperatures Tuesday before afternoon thunderstorms develop, followed by a sunnier Wednesday and another chance of storms on Thursday.

Jersey Shore Weather: Hot Tuesday Gives Way to Storm Chances Through Thursday

Hot weather will continue along the Jersey Shore through midweek, with temperatures approaching 90 degrees and periodic chances for afternoon and evening thunderstorms through Thursday.…

Volunteers preparing for Ventnor's annual Jewish Summer Fest were verbally confronted by a lone protester before police responded and the event continued without further disruption.

Protest Disrupts Setup for Ventnor Jewish Summer Fest Before Police Restore Order

A protest briefly disrupted preparations for the 20th Annual Jewish Summer Fest in Ventnor after organizers said a lone demonstrator verbally harassed volunteers before police responded, allowing the event to proceed as…

A landmark New Jersey Supreme Court ruling arising from Seaside Park's attempt to condemn the Desert Palm Inn gives municipalities broader authority to acquire private property through eminent domain without first specifying exactly how the land will be used.

Supreme Court Says Seaside Park Can Eminent Domain Now Closed Crime-Ridden Motel

The New Jersey Supreme Court ruled that municipalities may acquire private property through eminent domain without first identifying a specific redevelopment project, resolving Seaside Park's effort to condemn the Desert Palm Inn.…

New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport is leading a multistate effort opposing proposed federal firearms regulation rollbacks that states say would weaken gun safety laws and hinder criminal investigations.

New Jersey AG Leads 23-State Fight Against ATF Gun Rights Rollbacks

New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport has joined a coalition of 23 attorneys general urging the ATF to reject proposed firearms regulation rollbacks, arguing they would undermine public safety and law enforcement investigations.…

A Whiting man was airlifted after being struck by a vehicle while crossing County Route 530 in Manchester Township Sunday night. Photo: Crestwood Village, Manchester - Google Maps

Pedestrian Airlifted After Being Struck by Car Crossing Route 530 Near Crestwood Village

A 43-year-old Whiting resident suffered life-threatening injuries after being struck by a vehicle at the intersection of County Route 530 and Swift Circle in Manchester Township, police said.…

Sophie tossed by former owner now sitting solo at Ocean County shelter

JACKSON, N.J. — A young Lab/Golden Retriever/Hound mix named Sophie is now up for adoption at the Northern Ocean County Animal Facility, according to shelter staff. Sophie, who is just under 2…

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Brick Township launches spring leaf collection April 7

BRICK, N.J. — Brick Township will begin its annual Spring Collection of bagged leaves on Monday, April 7, with pickups scheduled according to residents’ recycling days and continuing through April 25. Key…

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Summer’s calling: Brick Township opens registration for kids’ camp on April 7

BRICK, N.J. — Registration for Brick Township’s 2025 Recreation Summer Camp opens Monday, April 7 at 7:30 a.m., giving families the chance to enroll their children in a six-week program packed with…

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Boogie nights: Brick Township opens registration for 1970s-themed senior citizen prom

BRICK, N.J. — Registration is now open for Brick Township’s Annual Senior Prom, inviting residents aged 60 and older to attend a 1970s-themed night of music, dancing, and food on Friday, May…

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Ocean County lottery winner lands $1.06 Million jackpot

TRENTON, NJ – A lucky player in Ocean County has won a $1,063,710 Jersey Cash 5 jackpot, marking the 15th jackpot win of the year and the fifth time the prize has…

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Murphy’s energy gamble backfires as Electric bills set to surge 20% after failed green push

TRENTON, N.J. — Electric rates in New Jersey are poised to spike by as much as 20% this summer, as Republican lawmakers tore into the Murphy administration’s energy policies during a six-hour…

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Brick Farmers Market returns in May with over 60 vendors lined up

BRICK, N.J. — The Brick Farmers Market will return for its 11th season on Saturday, May 3, bringing back a weekly lineup of vendors, produce, and local goods at Windward Beach Park,…

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Lakewood announces nine sites for Passover Chometz burning with safety rules in place

LAKEWOOD, NJ — Lakewood Township has designated nine official locations for residents to conduct Chometz burning on Friday, April 11, between 7:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m., with local departments coordinating to ensure…

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Two men indicted in 2010 cold case killing at Toms River apartment complex

Two Lakewood Men Indicted for 2010 Toms River Murder **TOMS RIVER, NJ** - On April 2, Maurice Cole, 36, and Jerron Evans, 41, both residents of Lakewood, were indicted by a Grand…

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Jackson Township honors Minit Stop Deli as small business of the month

JACKSON, N.J. — A neighborhood staple for more than four decades, Minit Stop Deli Market & Meats was recognized by the Jackson Township Council as February’s Small Business of the Month, celebrating…

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Seal pup rescued from fishing line entanglement on Long Beach Island, undergoing treatment

LONG BEACH ISLAND, N.J. — A young grey seal pup found entangled in fishing gear on North Beach was rescued last week and is now recovering at the Marine Mammal Stranding Center…

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Toms River mayor blasts county dumping of homeless people all over town daily

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick is asking county officials to cease and desist the transportation of homeless people from all of the state of New Jersey each day to…

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This Brick Hot Dog Truck as the Best DWD’s in the Area

BRICK, N.J. — A local hot dog truck is heating up the lunch scene in Ocean County with a growing reputation for delivering some of the best dirty water dogs, and we…

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Lakewood Mother Who Stabbed and Drowned Her Two Babies Found Not Guilty in Court

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Naomi Elkins, a 27-year-old mother from Lakewood, New Jersey, has been found not guilty by reason of insanity in the tragic deaths of her two young daughters, ages…

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Barnegat Township welcomes new officer with experience across multiple shore departments

BARNEGAT, NJ — The Barnegat Township Police Department officially welcomed Patrolman Stephen Adams to its ranks on Tuesday, swearing in the seasoned officer during a ceremony attended by his family, friends, and…

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Sen. Amato urges Governor Murphy to scrap 6% cap on school aid increases for 2026

TRENTON, NJ — Senator Carmen Amato (R-9) on Tuesday called on Governor Phil Murphy to eliminate the 6% cap on school aid increases in the upcoming fiscal year, arguing it prevents adequate…

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Lakewood Father and Son Sentenced to Prison in $70 Million Federal Real Estate Fraud Scam

NEWARK, NJ — Four real estate investors have been sentenced in a wide-ranging conspiracy to defraud financial institutions by submitting falsified documents to secure inflated multimillion-dollar loans for commercial and multifamily properties…

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20,000 Eggs Up for Grabs at Annual Toms River Easter Egg Hunt

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Thousands of brightly colored eggs will carpet the grass at Castle Park on Saturday as Toms River kicks off its annual Easter Egg Hunt, hosted by the Toms…

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Jackson Township salutes Ocean County librarians with proclamation for National Library Week

JACKSON, N.J. — The Jackson Township Council honored the Ocean County Library and its staff during a recent council meeting, issuing a proclamation recognizing National Library Week and the critical role libraries…

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Here Are 13 Fun Recreational Activities Phil Murphy Wants to Tax in New Jersey

TRENTON, N.J. — Governor Phil Murphy is facing backlash from Republican lawmakers over a proposal in his latest budget plan that would impose sales taxes on a range of recreational and participatory…

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