Hard Working People are Leaving New Jersey for More Tax-Friendly States, Report
Trenton, NJ – New Jersey continued to rank among the nation’s biggest losers in interstate migration as residents moved to lower-tax states, according to a new report by Tax Foundation policy analyst…
Coastal flooding anticipated as heavy rains continue at Jersey Shore
TOMS RIVER, NJ – The National Weather Service has issued a hazardous weather outlook for inland areas of Ocean County, New Jersey on Sunday, April 30, 2023. The alert warns that minor…
Stafford EMS, Fire Dept. trains for mass causality events
STAFFORD TWP, NJ – – The members of the local fire department in Ocean Acres recently had a training session with the Stafford Township Emergency Medical Services on how to handle Mass…
GOP leaders promise to pay attention to Jackson in the future
JACKSON, NJ – For decades, Jackson Township has been the red-headed stepchild of Ocean County. The county-maintained roads and services get little attention outside of election cycles. Most of the county leaders…
Toms River Jewish Council pushes voter registration to stop Rodrick from defeating Hill
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Supporters of Toms River Mayor Maurice Hill are asking the Toms River Jewish community, Askanim, to register to vote to assist Hill’s election campaign. After polls showed Toms…
Dickeys Barbecue Pit teams up with the Dallas Cowboys
MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ – Dickey’s Barbecue Pit operates a location here in Ocean County, in Manchester, and today, the company announced it is the official sausage of the Dallas Cowboys. Dickey’s Barbecue…
Ocean County gem Roy Rogers is making a comeback, celebrating 55th anniverary
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Twenty years ago, there were Roy Rogers restaurants all over New Jersey. Just a few years ago, there was only one left, located on Route 9 in Bayville.…
Private school student enrollment in Jackson more than half total students in 2023-24
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – There are 7,609 students enrolled in the Jackson Township public school district. At its peak, the Jackson Township school district had 10,000 students, according to former superintendent Steven…
Forked River vo-tech school to get new roof this summer
OCEAN TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Ocean County Vocational Technical School in Forked River is getting a new roof this summer. County officials are now soliciting bids for the project. Sealed bids for…
Popular Lakewood banquet hall seeks variance after operating without for years
LAKEWOOD, NJ – Lake Terrace is one of Lakewood’s most popular banquet halls. Each year, it hosts hundreds of weddings, bar/bat mitzvahs, and special events. It was where Mitt Romney stopped when…
Lakewood man killed in motorcycle crash in Manchester
Manchester Township, NJ – A fatal motorcycle accident occurred on Sunday in the Whiting section of Manchester Township. Officers from the Manchester Township Police Department responded to the report of a motor…
New shopping center planned on New Hamphire Avenue near busy Lakewood-Toms River border
LAKEWOOD, NJ – Traffic in the area of New Hampshire Avenue between Locust Street and Route 70 is about to get worse. That news comes as a developer is planning to build…
Firefighters battle structure fire for three hours in Manahawkin
MANAHAWKIN, NJ – A structure fire in the Ocean Acres section of Manahawkin on Thursday, at around 6:30 pm, required a coordinated response from several fire departments and emergency services. Upon arrival,…
Child car seat safety inspection offered next week in Brick
BRICK, NJ – The Brick Township Police Department and EMS are holding a free car seat check-up event for parents, expecting parents, grandparents and caregivers to ensure their child’s safety. The event…
Career and internship fair coming to Lakewood
LAKEWOOD, NJ – Lakewood Township is offering job and internship seekers a chance to meet with various department officials and discuss future opportunities at a Career and Internship Fair on May 9,…
$1.9 million parcel purchased for open space in Berkeley Township
BERKELEY TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Ocean County Board of Commissioners and Berkeley Township partnered to preserve 46 acres of land in Berkeley Township this week. The land will be added to the…
Ocean County has a low-hanging cable problem, commissioner says
Toms River, New Jersey – Ocean County Commissioner Joe Vicari is worried about thick cables dangling above the heads of residents and tourists alike throughout Ocean County. Now, he is calling for…
Toms River Recreation Department Hiring for Summer Jobs
TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Toms River Recreation Department is hiring for summer positions in beach and public pool maintenance, beach and pool cashiers, and summer day camp counselors. The minimum hiring…
Jackson Memorial girls LAX wins close game against Brick Township
JACKSON, NJ – Jackson Memorial lacrosse team pulled off a thrilling overtime victory against Brick Township in a high-scoring match that ended 15-14. The intense match saw both teams putting in a…
Lakewood’s Historic Strand Theater Seeking Porters
LAKEWOOD, NJ – The Strand Theater in Lakewood, located at 400 Clifton Avenue, is currently seeking porters to join their team. The board of the theater is searching for individuals who are…
Rita’s unleashes free cold brew frozen coffee to celebrate National Cold Brew Day
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Toms River residents love Rita’s Italian Ice and Frozen Custard. The proof lies in two successful stores in the township. Starting this week, residents will have a new…
