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Powerball jackpot explodes to $1 BILLION in last-minute jump before Wednesday drawing

Game officials boost massive prize after final Monday ticket sales are counted TRENTON, NJ – Powerball officially crashed through the billion-dollar barrier Tuesday, with game officials boosting Wednesday night’s jackpot from $975 million to a staggering $1 billion after final…

Wrong-way driver barrels against Route 37 traffic before cops box in vehicle police say

Toms River officers intercept motorist accused of DWI and eluding TOMS RIVER, NJ – A driver allegedly traveled the wrong way down Route 37, heading east in the westbound lanes before Toms River officers intercepted the vehicle and boxed it…

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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…

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 scheduled.…

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.…

Ocean County man faces charges for drug possession and DUI

OCEAN COUNTY, N.J. — Marco Antonio Arguello, 28, was booked into Ocean County custody on Monday, December 2, 2024, on charges of drug possession and driving under the influence, according to public…

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Ocean County woman arrested for weapons and threats charges

OCEAN COUNTY, N.J. — Jacqueline Armenia, 45, was arrested on December 1, 2024, and faces multiple charges, including unlawful possession of a weapon and making violent threats, according to inmate records. Armenia,…

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Ocean County woman arrested on burglary and theft charges

OCEAN COUNTY, N.J. — Belkis Maria Herrera, 38, was arrested on November 30, 2024, and faces charges of burglary and theft by unlawful taking, according to inmate records from the Ocean County…

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Ocean County man arrested on multiple weapons and drug charges

OCEAN COUNTY, N.J. — Bernard Lamont Proctor, 35, was taken into custody on December 1, 2024, and faces a range of serious charges related to weapons possession, drug distribution, and drug possession,…

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Neptune man arrested, charged in Deal residential burglaries

DEAL, N.J. — A 20-year-old Neptune man was arrested and charged in connection with multiple residential burglaries, including two on Lady Bess Drive, following a police response last week, authorities said. On…

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Toms River to honor student selected for Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade band

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Toms River Township Council is set to honor James Warren, a student at Toms River High School North, who was selected to perform in the Macy’s Thanksgiving…

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Electrical failure sparks fire, displaces residents in Manchester Township

MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A fire that broke out late Friday night at a residence on Hudson Parkway left the home uninhabitable, though no injuries were reported, authorities said. Officers from the…

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Jackson Pathfinders celebrate 25 years of community and conservation

JACKSON, N.J. — The Jackson Pathfinders, a volunteer group dedicated to maintaining and enjoying the natural beauty of Jackson’s trails, is marking its 25th year in 2024. Open to all, the Pathfinders…

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Man charged with aggravated assault causing serious injury in Ocean County

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Nelbin Sanchez, 25, is being held without bail in Ocean County Jail after being charged with aggravated assault resulting in serious bodily injury, according to public records. Sanchez,…

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Missing Manchester Man Last Seen in Keansburg, Police Report

MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Police are asking for the public’s help in finding 58-year-old Richard J. Rokicki, who was last heard from on Friday morning after speaking with family by phone. Rokicki,…

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Jackson Police Department announces return of K-9 program, welcomes new special officers

JACKSON, N.J. — The Jackson Police Department announced the reintroduction of its K-9 unit and welcomed two new K-9 officers and Class II Special Police Officers during a ceremony at the township…

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Lakewood residents petition township committee for return to in-person meetings

LAKEWOOD, N.J. — Residents of Lakewood are calling on the township committee to reinstate in-person public meetings, starting January 2025, in a petition urging a return to pre-pandemic governance practices. The petition,…

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Downtown Toms River to host annual tree lighting with live entertainment

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony in Downtown Toms River is set to take place on Wednesday, December 6, offering live holiday entertainment, refreshments, and an appearance by Santa…

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Ocean County man arrested on unlawful weapons possession charges

OCEAN COUNTY, NJ — Travis Ryan Heck, 26, was arrested Thursday and charged with multiple weapons offenses, including unlawful possession of a handgun, according to authorities. Heck was taken into custody on…

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Ocean County man charged with attempted bodily injury in Thanksgiving Day domestic incident

OCEAN COUNTY, NJ — Jonathan Ryan Spangler, 32, was taken into custody on Thursday and faces charges of attempting to cause bodily injury to another person, according to Ocean County authorities. Spangler,…

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Ocean County man jailed on multiple charges, including domestic violence and threats to kill on Thanksgiving Day

OCEAN COUNTY, NJ — Thomas Joseph Carrano, 33, was booked into Ocean County custody on Thursday, facing a series of serious charges stemming from an alleged domestic violence incident, according to authorities.…

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Jackson Township police launch Instagram page to connect with community

JACKSON, N.J. — The Jackson Township Police Department has launched a new Instagram page to strengthen its connection with the community and showcase its officers’ involvement in local events and activities. Residents are…

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Manchester Township offers safe exchange zone for online purchases, custodial exchanges

MANCHESTER, N.J. — Manchester Township Police are reminding residents of a designated Safe Exchange Zone at the Municipal Complex, designed to ensure safety for those completing online purchase transactions or child custodial…

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Whitesville Road in Jackson to close for construction, access restricted

JACKSON, N.J. — Whitesville Road will face daily closures this week, starting Monday, as construction crews conduct roadway work, according to local authorities. The road will be closed to all traffic, except…

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Kingda Ka is Officially Gone Forever, Here’s What’s Happening and Which Coasters are the New Kings of Speed and Height

JACKSON, NJ – Six Flags Great Adventure in New Jersey is shaking things up in a big way. The park has officially retired Kingda Ka, the towering titan that held the title…

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