Ocean County News

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A wildfire in Jackson Township’s forested area near South Stump Tavern Road has prompted evacuations and road closures as state fire officials work to contain the …

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Republican candidates Mordechai Burnstein, Giuseppe A. Palmeri, and Nino A. Borrelli have successfully defended their positions in Jackson Township against a slate of independent challengers, according …

OCEAN COUNTY, N.J. — Republican candidates Jennifer Bacchione and Robert Arace decisively defeated Democratic challengers in the race for seats on the Ocean County Board of Commissioners, according to official …

OCEAN COUNTY, N.J. — Donald J. Trump received over twice as many votes as Kamala D. Harris in Ocean County, according to election results, although he ultimately failed to carry …

If you’re in Brick Township and in the mood to treat yourself to an elegant escape, a few local fine dining spots will keep you happily immersed in great flavors. …

TOMS RIVER, NJ—If Donald Trump is going to win New Jersey, he’s going to need Ocean County to do it. So far, so good. According to Ocean County Election Board …

I’m all for the right to run for office, but when it comes to a husband and wife running for office together in a small town like Jackson Township, that’s …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Early voting in Ocean County has drawn over 107,000 residents to the polls, with Republicans leading both in-person early voting and mail-in ballot requests, according to …

JACKSON, NJ – As the feud between the supporters of lifelong Democrat Hope Drew battle online against the team of husband and wife Eric and Elenor Hannu, Drew is now …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Earlier this year, Toms River Township stopped dispatching the Silver First Aid Squad after township officials learned that the non-governmental 501c3 corporation had cheated the township …

Jackson Township, NJ—In an unexpected turn of events in the local political scene, former Jackson Township Councilman Rob Nixon has endorsed the Republican slate of Nino Borrelli, Mordy Burnstein, and …

After decades of serving up beachfront vibes and fantastic food, Mister C’s Beach Bistro in Allenhurst has officially closed its doors as of October 20. The beloved restaurant, which originally …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Toms River Senior Center celebrated the season with its annual Fall Harvest Party on Friday, October 25, bringing together 150 local seniors for a lively …

County road contractors are finishing up the road widening project on South New Prospect Road in Jackson Township this week. The project, credited to Ocean County Commissioner Frank Sadeghi, by …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — High school students in Toms River added a festive touch to downtown storefronts ahead of the town’s 85th annual Halloween parade, set to begin Thursday at …

BRICK, NJ — Brick Township Police Department officers were out in full force on Halloween, combining their regular patrol duties with some holiday fun as they handed out candy to …

QUEENS, N.Y. — Athena Gonzalez, a former president of the Parent Teacher Association (PTA) at P.S. 166 in Astoria, has been charged with grand larceny and criminal possession of stolen …

JACKSON, NJ – Three of the major candidates running for governor in 2025 in New Jersey have officially endorsed the Jackson Township Republican Club’s Column L ticket on Election Day. …

Rosemary Bagel Shop in Jackson, NJ, brings a refreshing twist to the bagel experience, offering a drive-through option that sets it apart from traditional bagel spots. For those on the …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Alicia Campbell, 37, of Mays Landing, has been charged with multiple offenses, including tampering with public records, forgery, and obstruction of justice, in connection with an …

JACKSON, NJ – The Jackson Republican Club is hosting a “Team Trump” rally and get out out the vote event tonight. New Jersey Republican gubernatorial candidate Bill Spadea and former …

JACKSON, N.J. — The Jackson Township Police Benevolent Association (PBA) Local #168 released a statement disputing claims made in a recent political advertisement by the Hannum-Trombetta-Hannum campaign, clarifying both police …

BRICK, N.J. — A motorcyclist was fatally injured in a collision involving a pickup truck at the intersection of Brick Boulevard and Yorktowne Boulevard on Wednesday afternoon, according to the …

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 …