Ocean County News

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Toms River Township Council recognized retired Ocean County Commissioner Joseph Vicari on Tuesday night, honoring his extensive public service career and community contributions. The ceremony …

BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ — The main entrance to Hackensack Meridian Ocean University Medical Center off Route 88 will be closed for repaving on Thursday, November 14, from 6 a.m. to …

In a recent announcement, Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick introduced a plan to reorganize the town’s bureaucratic structure, targeting what he describes as “confusing and inconsistent” designations for departments and …

BRICK, N.J. — Brick Township’s 5th Annual Thanksgiving Farmers Market is set to take place on Saturday, Nov. 23, offering residents and visitors a chance to pick up fresh, local …

BRICK, N.J. — Brick Township is inviting residents to weigh in on which open spaces should be preserved and what recreational amenities should be prioritized as officials update the town’s …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A Manchester man has pleaded guilty to attempted murder in connection with a January 2023 stabbing that left a female victim seriously injured, the Ocean County …

STAFFORD TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Route 72 has reopened in both directions following an overnight closure due to a fire near the Exxon station caused by a downed electrical pole. The …

BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — The Brick Township Police Department has announced a joint training exercise scheduled for Wednesday, November 13, in partnership with the New Jersey State Police and Brick …

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Kingda Ka, the record-breaking roller coaster at Six Flags Great Adventure, is at the center of speculation following unconfirmed reports that the popular ride may be …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A second large apartment complex planned for Downtown Toms River was rejected last night by the planning board due to the impact the non-conforming project would …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — In October, Mayor Daniel Rodrick secured approval from the Township Council to allocate some unspent federal COVID-19 relief funds to house homeless residents currently living in …

JACKSON, NJ—Opposition candidates held out hope to defeat Jackson Republican Club President Mordy Burnstein in the 2024 election, banking on late mail-in ballots and provisional ballots, but they have run …

TRENTON, NJ— Two New Jersey Lottery players won more than $1 million each over the weekend, one from a Powerball ticket and the other from a Jersey Cash 5 jackpot. …

Jackson Township officials, past and present, hosted a memorial service at the Jackson Veterans Memorial with the Jackson VFW Post 4703 and the Jackson Township Veterans Commission. Former Jackson Mayor …

TOMS RIVER, NJ—Chris Smith has served in Congress since 1981 and has a political career that has now spanned six decades. He’s been in office longer than most of his …

JACKSON, NJ – If you’re a fan of Kingda Ka, you might want to head to Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson Township today as numerous sources within the park …

WALL TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A serious motor vehicle crash on Route 35 has shut down a significant portion of the highway between Allaire Road and Wall Church Road, according to …

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A 37-year-old man from Brick Township has been charged with arson and firearms violations in connection with a wildfire that burned approximately 350 acres in Jackson …

Hold onto your hats, thrill-seekers, because Kingda Ka, the towering titan of roller coasters, is rumored to be shutting down for good at Six Flags Great Adventure. Tomorrow will be …

JACKSON TWP., N.J. — Firefighters achieved 90% containment of the Shotgun Wildfire, a 350-acre blaze in the Colliers Mills Wildlife Management Area, by Friday evening. The New Jersey Forest Fire …

LAKEWOOD, N.J. — After nearly two decades, Krispy Kreme is set to make a comeback in Ocean County with a new store opening next week on Route 70 in Lakewood. …

LAKEWOOD, N.J. — Residents and visitors in Lakewood have likely noticed smoother roads, new sidewalks, and improved traffic signals as a series of infrastructure projects were recently completed across the …

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Firefighters have achieved significant progress in battling a wildfire that has burned 350 acres within the Colliers Mills Wildlife Management Area, officials reported on Wednesday. The …

Lakewood Man Receives Ten-Year Prison Sentence for Drug Charges **Toms River, NJ** – Timothy Myers, a 52-year-old resident of Lakewood, was sentenced on November 1 to ten years in New …

Cyclist Injured in Lakewood Hit-and-Run Incident **Lakewood, NJ** – A hit-and-run incident involving a cyclist occurred on Tuesday at approximately 7:15 p.m. Officers from the Lakewood Township Police Department arrived …