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Elvis Tribute Scheduled for Next Shelter Cove Beach Party in Toms River Summer Concert Series

TOMS RIVER, N.J. – Veterans, residents, and visitors are invited to celebrate an evening of music and patriotism as Toms River Township prepares to host a free tribute concert at Shelter Cove Beach. Mayor Daniel T. Rodrick and the township’s…

Cross Toppled, Roadside Memorial for Jackson Teen Vandalized, Trampled

Jackson, NJ – A roadside memorial honoring Jackson teenager Michael Gioia was vandalized Thursday night, leaving his family devastated as they continue to grieve the loss of their son. According to Michael’s mother, someone ripped the wooden cross marking the…

New Jersey AG Investigation in Vocational School Whistleblower Case Involving Student Sexual Abuse

TOMS RIVER, NJ — A controversy surrounding the Ocean County Vocational Technical School District that Shore News Network first reported on in June has now moved into Superior Court, with former law…

Gloucester Township Police Warn Residents to Verify Door-to-Door Solicitors Before Opening the Door

GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, N.J. – As door-to-door sales activity continues across South Jersey, the Gloucester Township Police Department is reminding residents to verify that anyone soliciting at their home is properly licensed before…

Yonkers Police Department Welcomes First Facility K9s to Support Crime Victims and Officer Wellness

YONKERS, N.Y. – The Yonkers Police Department officially launched its new Facility Dog Program this week with the swearing-in of its first two Facility K9s, Nilsen and Gator, marking a new approach to supporting victims, strengthening community outreach, and promoting officer wellness. Unlike traditional…

Head Librarian Who Allowed Porn Use on Computers Faces Uncertain Future in Freehold

FREEHOLD, N.J. — The Freehold Public Library Board of Trustees voted during a special meeting Wednesday evening to begin the process of terminating Library Director Kathy Mulholland following an independent investigation into allegations of an unsafe work environment and other management concerns. The vote…

APP: Raising homes post-Sandy pays off for some

About 2,215 homes in Ocean County have been raised so far following Superstorm Sandy in 2012, while another 4,530 homes are in the progress of doing so. These homes are part of…

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APP: NJ High School Graduation Rates Still Looking Up

For the fourth year in a row, New Jersey high school graduation rates have risen, says the N.J. Department of Education. The rate rose to 89.7 percent in 2015 from 88.6 percent…

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NASA Remembers Challenger Disaster Astronauts

Arlington National Cemetery Wreath Laying Now to Start at 11 a.m. EST WASHINGTON, Jan. 27, 2016 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — NASA will pay will tribute to the crews of Apollo 1 and space shuttles…

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30th Anniversary of Space Shuttle Challenger Disaster

Lola Gayle, STEAM Register January 28, 1986 was a tragic day in NASA history. At 73 seconds into its flight (11:39 EST, 16:39 UTC), NASA Space Shuttle Challenger broke apart, leading to…

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Jackson Township Conducting Forensic Audit of Historic Snowfall Cleanup

JACKSON-Days after Jackson Township was hit with over two feet of snow from “Winter Storm Jonas”, Jackson Township officials are looking into the reasons why some township roads remained unplowed almost four…

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Six Flags Great Adventure Unveils New Scream Machine

JACKSON─ Chaos reigns supreme at Six Flags Great Adventure in 2016 as one of the world’s most iconic DC Comics Super-Villains commandeers the park’s 14th and most unique scream machine in its…

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Communities Rally Behind Homeless Man Paid to Pour Coffee on His Head in Lakewood

Last Tuesday, a person being referred to as a teen in Lakewood caught the attention of the local news media after he offered a homeless man $5 to pour a cup of coffee…

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New Law Prohibits Towns From Shaking Down Entrepreneurial Teen Snow Shovelers

TRENTON-Legislation sponsored by Senator Mike Doherty (R-23) ensuring that kids have the right to offer snow shoveling services before storms without municipal approval was signed into law by Governor Chris Christie. “It’s…

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Toms River Chabad Hearing Scheduled for Monday Night

The township of Toms River has notified the public of the new date and venue of the controversial zoning board hearing for the Chabad Jewish Center. The meeting, previously scheduled for Thursday…

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Meet The Chris Christie the Media Doesn't Want You To Know

Say what you want about Governor Chris Christie, but he’s always been a frontlines kind of guy, especially in the aftermath of Superstorm Sandy here in New Jersey. On September 12, 2012,…

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N.J. congressman launches fight to raise U.S. minimum wage to $15 an hour

Congressman Donald Norcross launches push to raise federal minimim wage Congressman Donald Norcross holds a press conference to push for his new legislation that outlines a plan to raise the federal minimum…

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Pleasant Friday, but some wet weather ahead this weekend

Friday will be the warmest day in a while in New Jersey as we approach the midpoint of January. It’s expected to be a mostly sunny day with light winds and high…

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Will N.J. escape the powerful storm expected to form in Atlantic?

Parts of northern New Jersey got brushed with a brief round of snow showers early Thursday, enough to whiten some roads during the morning commute. The snow should all be gone by…

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Ocean County Seniors Urged to Prepare for Winter Weather

TOMS RIVER – With snowy weather and plunging temperatures affecting everyone, Ocean County leaders are urging the county’s 160,000 older adults to be especially prepared. More than 1.6 million older Americans go…

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Jackson Resident Going to Hollywood on American Idol

PHILADELPHIA,PA-Jackson Township 15 year old Gianna Isabella impressed the judges on American Idol and advanced to Hollywood on the popular Fox television show. Isabella is the daughter of 80’s pop star Brenda…

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Smith: Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst a Strong Candidate for New Tankers

Today the Air Force announced the list of military bases that are candidates to receive the next round of KC-46 tankers, and included Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst (JB-MDL) as one of 11 installations…

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State of the Christie-Obama Bromance Not Looking So Great

The bromance once held between New Jersey Governor Chris Christie and President Barack Obama seems to be in a downward spiral this week as Christie tries to distance himself from hug-buddy Obama…

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Jersyans among nation's biggest Powerball players, study shows

The mantra of the ever-hopeful lottery player, “you’ve got to be in it to win it,” is one that New Jersey residents have apparently taken to heart in the two months the…

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Governor Christie Earmarks $100 Million for Battle Against Heroin in New Jersey

New Jersey’s Governor, Chris Christie announced his pledge to combat New Jersey’s growing heroin crisis, with $100 million in funding towards treatment and rehabilitation for heroin addicts. NJ.Com Reports: TRENTON — Gov.…

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Jan. 25: Meet Darth Vader at Friendly's Ice Cream Restaurant

TOMS RIVER – Stars Wars character Darth Vader will make an appearance from 1 to 5 p.m. Jan. 25 at the Friendly’s Ice Cream Restaurant, 981 Route 37 W in Toms River.…

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Community News- Page 458

Elvis Tribute Scheduled for Next Shelter Cove Beach Party in Toms River Summer Concert Series

Cross Toppled, Roadside Memorial for Jackson Teen Vandalized, Trampled

New Jersey AG Investigation in Vocational School Whistleblower Case Involving Student Sexual Abuse

Gloucester Township Police Warn Residents to Verify Door-to-Door Solicitors Before Opening the Door

Yonkers Police Department Welcomes First Facility K9s to Support Crime Victims and Officer Wellness

Head Librarian Who Allowed Porn Use on Computers Faces Uncertain Future in Freehold

APP: Raising homes post-Sandy pays off for some

APP: NJ High School Graduation Rates Still Looking Up

NASA Remembers Challenger Disaster Astronauts

30th Anniversary of Space Shuttle Challenger Disaster

Jackson Township Conducting Forensic Audit of Historic Snowfall Cleanup

Six Flags Great Adventure Unveils New Scream Machine

Communities Rally Behind Homeless Man Paid to Pour Coffee on His Head in Lakewood

New Law Prohibits Towns From Shaking Down Entrepreneurial Teen Snow Shovelers

Toms River Chabad Hearing Scheduled for Monday Night

Meet The Chris Christie the Media Doesn't Want You To Know

N.J. congressman launches fight to raise U.S. minimum wage to $15 an hour

Pleasant Friday, but some wet weather ahead this weekend

Will N.J. escape the powerful storm expected to form in Atlantic?

Ocean County Seniors Urged to Prepare for Winter Weather

Jackson Resident Going to Hollywood on American Idol

Smith: Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst a Strong Candidate for New Tankers

State of the Christie-Obama Bromance Not Looking So Great

Jersyans among nation's biggest Powerball players, study shows

Governor Christie Earmarks $100 Million for Battle Against Heroin in New Jersey

Jan. 25: Meet Darth Vader at Friendly's Ice Cream Restaurant

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