Ocean County News

MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A Brooklyn man was killed Saturday in a dirt bike crash at the Heritage Minerals, or ASARCO, site, authorities said. Police responded to the private property …

BARNEGAT TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Barnegat Township Police Department has announced the return of its Junior Police Academy, set to begin on July 7, 2025, for students entering 5th or …

BAYVILLE, NJ – A New Jersey Department of Corrections (NJDOC) lieutenant has been charged with stealing state-owned ammunition and reselling it for personal profit, netting hundreds of thousands of dollars …

TOMS RIVER, NJ — A strong cold front will sweep across the region Sunday night, bringing powerful winds, heavy rain, and the potential for severe thunderstorms, according to meteorologists. The …

MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A dump truck overturned on State Highway 70 on Wednesday morning, leaving the driver with non-life-threatening injuries, police said. The crash occurred around 11:48 a.m. near …

TOMS RIVER, NJ—About eight protesters wearing pink shirts and pink hats descended upon Toms River Town Hall on Thursday to protest the reduction of government spending in the county seat. …

The Haunting Legacy of Stillwalk Manor: A Dark Ride Lost to Time Nestled along the bustling boardwalk of Seaside Heights, New Jersey, Casino Pier has long been a beacon of …

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Jackson Township Council proudly welcomed a new Class II Special Police Officer and celebrated the promotions of several distinguished members of the Jackson Township Police …

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Feeding the hungry in Jackson might have to be put on hold as township officials deal with a rat problem. The Jackson Township Council is calling …

TRENTON, NJ – Let’s get this right. New Jersey Democrats hold a commanding majority in the state senate and the state legislature. They are also in control of the Governor’s …

JACKSON, N.J. – Jackson Township Councilman Giuseppe Palmeri visited The Haven Café on South New Prospect Road, showing support for the newly opened local business and its owner, Ari. Palmeri …

JACKSON, N.J. — A playful and loving puppy named Pete is once again searching for a home after an unsuccessful adoption. The eight-month-old mixed breed was recently adopted but returned …

MONTVALE, N.J. — A school bus heading to New York State overturned on the Garden State Parkway on Monday night, injuring multiple passengers and causing an overnight closure of northbound …

MANCHESTER, N.J. — The 12th annual Penguin Plunge at Harry Wright Lake brought together Manchester police officers, school district staff, and community members for a fundraising event this past weekend. …

If you find yourself in Ocean County, New Jersey, with a craving for the perfect taco, you’re in luck. This region boasts an array of taquerias and Mexican eateries serving …

BERKELEY TOWNSHIP, N.J. – A husband and wife were critically injured in a shooting Monday afternoon after their next-door neighbor opened fire before taking his own life, authorities said. Police …

BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Ocean County officials have activated a Tier 2 response following a spike in overdoses reported on Saturday, March 8, authorities said. The response level was raised …

WARETOWN, N.J. — Three Ocean County residents have been charged with narcotics offenses following a month-long investigation into drug distribution, authorities said. Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced that …

TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey’s policy of concealing the immigration status of illegal aliens charged with violent crimes is a disservice to its residents, a betrayal of public trust, and …

SOUTH TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A South Toms River man has been charged with murder after authorities say he killed his wife in their home Saturday night. Gustavo Juarez-Perez, 38, …

FORKED RIVER, N.J. — A distressed deer suffering from a suspected fibroma was rescued after concerned residents alerted the Associated Humane Societies/Popcorn Park Shelter. Shirley and Dan Costello of Heritage …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — An unlicensed teenager driving a BMW at 118 mph faces two counts of aggravated manslaughter after crashing into another vehicle at an intersection late Friday night, …

JACKSON, N.J. — A highway in Jackson Township will be dedicated in honor of Officer Robert “Robbie” Ventura, who died in the line of duty on March 18, 2001. The …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A juvenile driver is facing charges after a high-speed crash Friday night resulted in the deaths of two people and left two others critically injured, according …

Eight-Vehicle Crash in Lakewood Investigated **Lakewood, NJ** – On March 7, 2025, at approximately 5:50 a.m., a multiple-vehicle crash occurred on Route 70 and Airport Road. Officers from the Lakewood …