Ocean County News

At Associated Humane Popcorn Park Shelter in Forked River, there’s a cat whose eyes tell a story deeper than words ever could. His name is Sven, and at 9 years …

FORKED RIVER, NJ – The New Jersey State Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying a suspect who stole an iPad from a convenience store at the Celia …

MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A Manchester Township man has been charged with theft by deception after allegedly misusing more than $200,000 entrusted to him for investment purposes, authorities said. James …

JACKSON, NJ – The towering green giant that has ruled the skyline of Six Flags Great Adventure for nearly two decades is about to take its final bow—Kingda Ka, once …

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A Jackson Township man has been indicted on murder and weapons charges in connection with the fatal stabbing of his 74-year-old roommate, prosecutors said. An Ocean …

TGI Friday’s, the iconic casual dining chain known for its lively atmosphere and American-style eats, is set to close its Hooper Avenue location in Toms River on Thursday, marking the …

At Friends of Southern Ocean County Animal Shelter, we meet a lot of wonderful dogs, but Gucci is a standout star—especially when there’s a ball involved! This 4-year-old shepherd-lab mix …

JACKSON, N.J. – Jackson Memorial senior and team captain Dominique Lopez has made history as the first girls wrestler in the program to achieve 100 career wins. Lopez, a three-time …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Going into the biggest Republican stronghold in New Jersey, Jack Ciattarelli felt good on Tuesday night in Toms River with the endorsement of the Lakewood Republican …

New Jersey will see sunny skies today with a high near 56 degrees and a northwest wind at 5 to 10 mph. Tonight, there is a slight chance of showers …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Ocean County Republican Organization is set to meet tonight to endorse candidates for the June 10 primary, and Jackson Republican Club President Mordy Burnstein has …

NEPTUNE, NJ – Journalists at three New Jersey newspapers owned by Gannett Co., Inc. have voted overwhelmingly to authorize a strike, signaling a potential work stoppage unless the media giant …

WHITING, N.J. — A Whiting man is facing multiple weapons charges after he accidentally shot himself in the leg with a stolen handgun and then lied to investigators about the …

LAKEWOOD, N.J. — A construction worker died Friday morning after falling from the third floor of a work site, prompting an investigation by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), …

A Tuckerton man is in custody after being linked to a series of disturbing incidents involving young girls in Lakewood, authorities announced. Michael Marto, 28, faces charges of sexual assault, …

BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A dispute among four individuals at Jersey Farms on Lanes Mill Road escalated into a physical fight Saturday afternoon, ending with one person hospitalized after being …

It’s hard to believe we’re here—on the brink of saying goodbye to Kingda Ka, the towering titan of roller coasters that has dominated the skyline at Six Flags Great Adventure …

LAKEWOOD, NJ—Someone stole $15 million from financial accounts owned by the Lakewood Township School Board, but a week after the heist, nobody is talking about it. Neither the district nor …

ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J. — Just weeks after Republican candidate for governor Bill Spadea said the Republican party engaged in corrupt and rigged county nominating conventions, a second candidate for governor …

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A Jackson Township man was found guilty of aggravated manslaughter in the 2020 stabbing death of a 23-year-old man, the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office announced. J’Shawn …

JACKSON, NJ — A brewing conflict between New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy and the Trump administration is emerging over plans to use Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst (JB MDL) as a detention …

SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — Thousands of participants are set to take the plunge into the frigid Atlantic Ocean on Saturday as part of the annual Polar Bear Plunge at Seaside …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Township of Toms River has announced the return of Founder’s Day, set to take place on Saturday, May 17, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 …

JACKSON, N.J. — A 10-year-old dog named Kali has spent weeks at the Northern Ocean County Animal Facility, waiting for someone to give her a home. Despite repeated adoption pleas, …

JACKSON, N.J. — A young pit bull mix named Lana remains at the Northern Ocean County Animal Facility after her owners failed to reclaim her, leaving her to wait for …