Convicted Child Rapist Pardoned by Gov. Tim Walz Deported to Laos
Washington, D.C. – The U.S. Department of Homeland Security announced Friday that federal immigration authorities have deported Tou Lue Vang, a Laotian national whose recent pardon by Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and…
Kelley O’Hara Saves Old Glory After Rapinoe, Teammates Drop American Flag
WASHINGTON, DC-Team USA soccer antagonist Megan Rapinoe said last month if her Team USA soccer team wins the World Cup, “I’m not going to the f—— White House.” Now, if the invite…
Open Secrets: Builders, Engineers and Downtown Businesses Provide Mo Hill Campaign with Financial Donations
TOMS RIVER-With the primary election behind him, Toms River Councilman Maurice “Mo” Hill began collecting political campaign contributions ahead of the November 2019 general election where he seeks to defeat his opponent,…
More Musing Needed in Monmouth as GOP Freeholders Table Anti-Sanctuary State Resolution
MONMOUTH REPUBLICANS NOT READY TO OPPOSE MURPHY/GREWAL SANCTUARY STATE FREEHOLD-Monmouth County’s all-Republican Freeholder board has tabled a resolution opposing Governor Phil Murphy’s decree of New Jersey being a sanctuary state. There will…
Toms River to Build 500 Hi-rise Apartment Units Downtown
TOMS RIVER-A new plan to redevelop parts of Downtown Toms River call for up to 500 apartment units, retail space and a restaurant. The project was awarded to Capodagli Property Co. by…
Parent Claims Toms River Camp Counselors Played Basketball While Children Burned on Blacktop as Punishment
TOMS RIVER-Three Toms River youth camp counselors have been suspended after photos were published to Facebook showing a child with burn marks and blisters on his hand, reportedly as punishment by the…
Mayor Amato, Council to State: Stop Taxing Military Combat Pay
BERKELEY TOWNSHIP-Mayor Carmen Amato and the Berkeley Township Council agreed last week that the state government should immediately stop taxing combat pay for New Jersey residents serving in overseas combat zones. Under…
Berkeley Township Mayor, Council Oppose 18-25% Increases in Flood Insurance Premiums
BERKELEY TOWNSHIP-Since Superstorm Sandy struck the Jersey Shore in 2012, Berkeley Township’s Mayor Carmen Amato and the township have been working hard to ensure the residents of the community received discounts under…
Brick MUA Opposes Stavola Asphalt Plant Expansion
BRICK-The Brick Township MUA has announced their formal opposition of an application submitted by Stavola Industries, LLC for the expansion of the company’s Brick Township asphalt plant. The MUA says the plant…
Kelaher, Petro Raise Pride Flag Over Toms River
TOMS RIVER-The Demographics of Toms River are slowly changing in a more progressive direction. Once a staunch conservative stronghold, those times are slowly changing. 15 years ago, Downtown Toms River was home…
Freeholders Warn Residents not to Buy or Use Illegal Fireworks on Fourth of July
TOMS RIVER-It’s that time of year when New Jerseyians, restricted by law cross the bridges over the Delaware River to buy fireworks in Pennsylvania where they treat residents as adults and the…
Work to Begin on Grawtown Road Bridge in Jackson
JACKSON-WORK WILL BEGIN this summer on a new Grawton Road Bridge in Jackson Township. The Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders is expected to award a $1.6 million contract to Marbo, Inc.…
There’s a New Sheriff in Town: Golden Brings “Minus” Touch to the Shores of Ocean County
Is Shaun Golden’s touch good or bad for Toms River Republicans? TOMS RIVER-The campaign for Maurice “Mo” Hill for Mayor had a special guest this week in the form of Monmouth County…
Turning the Corner on an Ugly Past; Pride Flag Raised Over Downtown Toms River
TOMS RIVER-Evan Phalon, a strategic consultant for the Exit 82 Theater Company celebrated the raising of the LBGT Pride flag over Downtown Toms River. Phalon, joined by Toms River Mayor Thomas Kelaher…
Sparse Turnout at Jackson Trump Rally Not Reflective of Jackson’s “Trumpiness”
JACKSON-The Jackson Township Republican Club in conjunction with the Ocean County GOP and New Jersey State GOP held a Trump rally and viewing party at the Magnolia St. VFW post this week. …
Non-Profit Clubhouse Live Music Venue Opens In Downtown Toms River
TOMS RIVER-Downtown Toms River just got a little bit hip and we’re not talking about another place for lawyers in suits to enjoy a latte, we’re talking about The Clubhouse of Toms…
Some Residents Upset Over Free Narcan Program in New Jersey
TOMS RIVER-A posting by the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office on our Facebook page generated tens of thousands of reads and hundreds of comments from irate residents over the State of New Jersey’s…
Murphy’s Battle with State Democrats Just Burned the Lakewood School District to the Ground
LAKEWOOD-Lakewood Township voters who were urged to vote for Democrat Governor Phil Murphy in 2017 might now be experiencing buyer’s remorse after the Governor’s battle with the Democrat party translated into budget…
Midstreams Elementary Students Say Thank You to Brick Councilman James Fozman During Career Week Visit
BRICK TOWNSHIP-Students from Mrs. Reilly’s 5th grade class at Midstreams Elementary School had a special guest at Monday’s session of “Career Week”, Brick Township Councilman James Fozman. Fozman spoke to students about…
Blessing of the Fleet at Viking Village this Weekend
6/16 Blessing of the Fleet 5:30pm The Blessing of the Fleet takes place every year at Viking Village. The fisherman of Viking Village gather their vessels to be prayed over to ensure…
Dads Ride Free This Weekend at Casino Pier
6/16 Father’s Day at Casino Pier All day Celebrate dads today at Casino Pier & Breakwater Beach Waterpark on their special day! Dads ride free* on the rides with their paying child (under 16 years old)…