NJ Assemblywoman Criticizes ‘Electrify Everything’ Push After Storm Leaves Thousands Without Power
Trenton, NJ – New Jersey Assemblywoman Dawn Fantasia is criticizing the state’s energy policies after powerful thunderstorms knocked out electricity to more than 150,000 JCP&L customers heading into a sweltering Fourth of…
Toms River’s “Blue Line Bandit” stole 11 cans of blue spray Paint from Home Depot
TOMS RIVER, NJ – The man who stole his truck out of an impound yard, painted a blue line in Downtown Toms River, then parked his truck to block the township’s embattled…
Jersey Shore town says hotel reservations in 2021 outpacing 2019 levels
WILDWOOD, NJ – The much-anticipated 2021 vacation season could be close to record-breaking, as pre-season reservations reach an all-time high. According to local hoteliers and real estate brokers, pre-season reservations for the…
77-year-old woman critically injured in Hit and Run
HOWELL, NJ – A Howell woman has been charged with hit and run after she struck and critically injured a 77-year-old borough resident on Freneau Avenue in Matawan in early March. The woman…
Deadly Jackson fire caused by kerosene heater, deemed accidental
JACKSON, NJ – Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced that the fatal structure fire that occurred on Lehigh Boulevard in Jackson Township on April 1, 2021 has been ruled accidental. On…
Thousands attend Lakewood Shomrim event in violation of executive orders limiting outdoor gatherings
LAKEWOOD, NJ – Thousands of people attended an event hosted by the Lakewood Shomrim (LCSW). The event was held at the amphitheater in Lake Carasaljo Park. Adults and children were packed tightly…
12-year-old stabbed and killed Atlantic City Boardwalk Souvenir Shop Owner
ATLANTIC CITY, NJ – A group of teenage thugs were harassing customers and employees at an Atlantic City Boardwalk store, eventually stabbing and killing the owner. The incident happened at City Souvenirs…
Update: 82-year-old woman killed in Jackson Township blaze
JACKSON, NJ – A fire broke out in a Jackson Township home Thursday night killing an elderly resident and forcing another occupant to jump out of a second floor window to escape…
Wildwood, NJ is a great place to visit in the Spring
Summer at the New Jersey shore usually includes travelers who, especially this year, are eager to take a long-awaited getaway. For those who prefer a more intimate, quiet vacation experience, the Wildwoods,…
Brick Township community cleanups begin April 17
BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Township “Pick up Brick” program will kick off a series of community cleanups on April 17th, partnering with Environmental Group Clean Ocean Action for their Annual Spring…
Here’s who will be at the Brick Farmers Market this spring and summer
BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Brick Farmers Market will return to Windward Beach Park for it’s seventh season on Saturday, May 1, 2021. The hours for the 2021 Season are 8:30am –…
Who are the healthiest people in New Jersey? New Study answers the question
TRENTON, NJ – Have you ever wondered who the healthiest residents are in New Jersey? You might think they’re hiding out at the Jersey Shore or maybe living an active lifestyle in…
Toms River Blue Line Painter’s Wild Ride Began with auto theft, Ended in Mo Hill’s Parking Spot
TOMS RIVER, NJ – It was a crazy day for David Giordano, a man police in Toms River say has a history with the department. Giordano as we reported earlier was the…
County purchases 1.32 acre bayfront lot in Bayville for $485,000
BAYVILLE, NJ – Virginia Haines and the Ocean County Natural Lands Trust Fund are spending down the estimated $60,000,000 in public open space funds as promised. Last week, the Board of Chosen…
ICONA Resorts purchases the Windrift Hotel in Avalon
AVALON, NJ – ICONA Resorts announced that it has purchased the Windrift Hotel, the oceanfront resort adjacent to ICONA Avalon, built and owned by the Buckingham and Diller families since 1967. With this acquisition, ICONA…
County commissioner ordered Downtown Toms River Blue line removed
TOMS RIVER, NJ – A thin blue line appeared painted between the solid yellow lines of Hooper Avenue in Toms River’s downtown area. The line was painted from Washington Street northward past…
Ocean County Commissioners removing blue line painted overnight in Downtown Toms River
TOMS RIVER- After a blue line appeared overnight in Downtown Toms River between the solid yellow lines on Hooper Avenue, county officials are now working to remove it. Ocean County Commissioners Virginia…
Murphy administration targets shore businesses in latest Murphy’s Law compliance crackdown
SEASIDE HEIGHTS – The New Jersey Alcohol and Beverage Commission (ABC) has been performing random sweeps across the state to go after businesses with liquor licenses in violation of Murphy’s Law. Murphy’s…
In and Out: This week’s Ocean County Jail register
The following is a list obtained from the Ocean County Jail online inmate search reporting who’s coming and who’s going at the Ocean County Jail. The individuals in this list have been…
Jackson Fire Commissioners Host First Chametz burning
JACKSON – Jackson Township is a changing community that has seen an influx of Orthodox Jewish residents moving in over the past few years. To accommodate the religious requirements of the community,…
Fire damages Lakewood Pizzeria, Liquor Store, Daycare Center
Lakewood – One of the area’s most enjoyed pizzeria’s Knockout Pizza in Lakewood was damaged in a fire on Chambers Bridge Road’s Clock Tower Plaza. The fire was reported to police by…