Tonight’s Toms River Concert and Fireworks Rescheduled to Thursday
Toms River, NJ – Residents are invited to head to Shelter Cove Beach on Thursday evening as the Toms River Recreation Department presents another installment of the township’s popular Summer Concert Series…
Toms River man pleads guilty in child abuse material case
Toms River man admits to distributing child abuse material faces prison time Toms River, NJ — A 40-year-old man admitted in court to distributing child sexual abuse material after investigators traced online…
New traffic lights in Lakewood to reduce crashes, increase safety
Multiple signal projects and upgrades planned as officials target high-traffic corridors TOMS RIVER, N.J. — New traffic signals and safety upgrades are coming to several busy intersections across Ocean County, as commissioners…
Ocean County to name Man, Woman of the Year as funding, grants headline busy week
Commissioners also set votes on opioid funds, $1M housing grant and local agreements TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Ocean County commissioners are set to recognize community leaders and approve millions in funding this…
Jackson Township Becomes First Test of Mikie Sherrill’s New ICE Mask Ban and ICE Won The Battle
ICE arrests previously deported man in Jackson operation, sparking clash with NJ officials. Federal agents took suspect into custody as state leaders dispute mask law and enforcement authority JACKSON, N.J. — A…
Mikie Sherrill’s New Gross Profit Corporate Tax Plan Could Put Many New Jersey Small Businesses Out of Business
Proposed limits on loss write-offs spark debate over affordability, revenue and business climate TRENTON, N.J. — A proposed change to New Jersey’s business tax structure is drawing sharp debate as state leaders…
New Jersey commuter costs surge as Shore to NYC workers’ drive tops $17K a year
Rising tolls, congestion pricing and fuel costs strain affordability for daily workers TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A daily commute from Ocean County to Manhattan now costs more than $17,000 a year, underscoring…
Jackson’s 5-dog ordinance misses the mark, punishing residents instead of fixing illegal petting zoo
Township policy targets pet owners while core zoning and enforcement issues remain unresolved JACKSON, N.J. — Jackson Township’s new five-dog ordinance is being framed as a solution to ongoing neighborhood disturbances, but…
$7.3B immigration cost to rise as New Jersey bills expand benefits, limit enforcement, shortchange impacted schools
TRENTON, N.J. — A $7.3 billion annual cost tied to illegal immigration is taking center stage in New Jersey’s policy debate, as Republican lawmakers warn expanding benefits and limiting enforcement could increase…
New Jersey, New York Top ‘Most Disliked States’ Lists as Cost, Taxes, Attitude Drive Perception
Recent rankings cite affordability, population loss, and public sentiment as key factors Chicago, IL — Illinois, New Jersey, and New York are frequently ranked among the “most disliked” states in recent 2025–2026…
Man Charged With Aggravated Assault on Bus Driver in Ocean County
Ocean County, NJ — A man accused of assaulting a bus driver is being held without bail in Ocean County after being booked Monday on an aggravated assault charge, jail records show.…
Udpate: Shooters at New Jersey Chick-Fil-A Mass Shooting Caught Fleeing on Dashcam, Governor Responds
Authorities in Union County probe mass shooting as officials release few confirmed details. Union, New Jersey — A mass shooting at a Chick-fil-A restaurant along Route 22 in Union Township on Saturday…
Driver in Lakewood Child Hit-and-Run Now Facing ICE Detainer, Officials Confirm
Federal immigration officials seek custody of Ocean County defendant ahead of release in ongoing case. Lakewood, NJ — Federal immigration authorities have lodged a detainer against a Jackson Township man charged in…
NJ congressman ranks among top stock traders in Congress with 70% gains in 2025
Rep. Donald Norcross posts one of the highest returns in 2025, report shows. Washington, D.C. — U.S. Rep. Donald Norcross of New Jersey ranked among the top-performing stock traders in Congress in…
NJ Republicans blame decades of Democratic control as data shows high taxes, rising costs connected to one-party rule
State GOP points to nation-leading property taxes and affordability strain across New Jersey. Trenton, New Jersey — New Jersey Senate Republicans said Friday that more than two decades of Democratic control of…
ICE Arrests Twice Deported Domestic Abuser as Politicians and Media Cry Foul Over Masked Agents
ICE Arrest in Jackson Sparks Dispute Over Mask Ban and Federal Authority A recent arrest carried out by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in Jackson, New Jersey, has intensified a…
Toms River Affordable Housing Victory as Council Approves Mayor’s Solid Plan to Contain State Mandated Overdevelopment
Toms River Council Members vote to approve Mayor Dan Rodrick’s housing settlement with the state of New Jersey, but three council members continue to put politics and petty differences ahead of the…
Fairway Drive closed in South Toms River for resurfacing, police advise detours
Local road closure between Dover Road and Double Trouble Road expected to impact traffic through Friday afternoon. South Toms River, New Jersey – The South Toms River Police Department, in coordination with…
New Jersey weekend weather: foggy start Friday gives way to sunny, cooler conditions
A stretch of mild spring weather will settle over New Jersey this weekend, with clearing skies Friday and cooler, sunny conditions through Sunday. Newark, New Jersey – The National Weather Service is…
NJ Friday morning traffic snarled by crash, sewer break, and widespread delays
Multiple incidents across North and Central New Jersey slow commuters during peak rush hour, with lane closures and bridge congestion impacting key corridors. Newark, New Jersey – A series of crashes, infrastructure…
Young humpback whale found dead at Sandy Hook shows signs of vessel impact
Humpback whale death at Sandy Hook linked to suspected vessel strike, officials say Sandy Hook, NJ – A young humpback whale that washed ashore at Sandy Hook this week was found to…
