Monmouth County News

FREEHOLD, N.J. — Law enforcement officials in Monmouth County have confirmed receiving numerous reports of drone sightings in various municipalities this week, mirroring similar trends observed in other regions, Prosecutor …

FREEHOLD, N.J. — A 21-year-old man from Hazlet has been arrested and charged with stalking, lewdness, and sexual contact after allegedly following a woman around a Middletown store last month …

MIDDLETOWN, NJ— Imagine having a job where you can work two and a half hours every day. You would have to be the president of a powerful public union, but …

In early November 2024, Long Branch, New Jersey, welcomed a distinguished addition to its culinary landscape with the opening of Saltwater Social. This upscale dining establishment has swiftly become a …

FORKED RIVER, NJ — The Associated Humane Popcorn Park Shelter is seeking the owner of a recently found dog who was picked up in Freehold. According to a post from …

ASBURY PARK, N.J. — The Asbury Park Police Department held a promotional ceremony Monday, honoring three officers with new leadership roles in front of family, colleagues, and city officials. The …

FREEHOLD, NJ — Two fatal traffic incidents involving a pedestrian and a bicyclist in Monmouth County on Saturday evening are under active investigation, authorities said Sunday. The first incident occurred …

ASBURY PARK, NJ – On Sunday, December 8, 2024, the House of Independents will host She’s NorMāle – A Transgender Odyssey, a groundbreaking multimedia musical production by Geenetica (Geena Buono). …

ASBURY PARK, N.J. — A beloved local photographer, Andrea Laign, was in critical condition at Jersey Shore University Medical Center following an unprovoked stabbing attack on Sunday, Sept. 24, police …

FREEHOLD, N.J. — Three years after a jogger was attacked and sexually assaulted in broad daylight on the Henry Hudson Trail in Big Brook Park, law enforcement officials are continuing …

TRENTON, NJ — A Jersey Cash 5 ticket purchased at a Wawa in Freehold secured a massive $1.3 million jackpot in Monday’s drawing, marking the second consecutive major win in …

MONMOUTH COUNTY, N.J. — Heated discussions continue to unfold in Monmouth County after reports of a politically charged online “watch list” targeting local small businesses surfaced, prompting backlash, debate, and …

The wheels of justice are turning in Monmouth County as a grand jury has handed down indictments against two men for their alleged involvement in a deadly shooting that shook …

Youth Soccer Coach Admits to Sexual Offenses **Freehold, NJ** – A local youth soccer coach confessed to numerous sexual offenses against former student-athletes, according to Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. …

MONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ – A call by a local progressive Facebook group to boycott businesses in Monmouth County for their perceived support of former President Donald Trump has drawn sharp …

TINTON FALLS, N.J. — A large brush fire at Mazza’s Recycling facility on Shafto Road in Tinton Falls filled the southern part of the borough with smoke on Tuesday night, …

WALL TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Three World War II veterans, each nearly a century old, were honored with a warm reception in Wall Township on Monday before sharing their stories with …

WALL TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Both directions of Route 34 have been shut down near Belmar Boulevard and Wyckoff Road in Wall Township after power lines fell, sparking a small brush …

Asbury Park, the vibrant beachside city on New Jersey’s coastline, is known not only for its lively boardwalk and cultural charm but also for its diverse and exciting culinary landscape. …

WALL TOWNSHIP, N.J. — An overturned car carrier trailer caused traffic disruptions near the South Wall Interchange on Wednesday, prompting the temporary closure of a major highway ramp, according to …

WALL TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A brush fire that ignited earlier today in Wall Township is now under control, according to the Wall Township Police Department. Officials credited the swift response …

ALLENHURST, N.J. — The Marine Mammal Stranding Center (MMSC) responded to a disturbing discovery on a New Jersey beach this week, after the remains of a butchered dolphin were found …

Dave’s Hot Chicken fans, get ready to spice things up! The wildly popular Los Angeles-based chain, famous for its fiery Nashville-style chicken, is setting up shop in Freehold Township, making …

FREEHOLD, N.J. — Four suspects have been charged in connection with a shooting in Red Bank that left one man dead and another injured, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago …

JOINT BASE MCGUIRE-DIX-LAKEHURST, N.J. — A wildland fire within Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst (JB MDL) remains under close watch by firefighters as containment efforts continue, officials reported on Sunday. Crews are …