Ocean County News

OCEAN COUNTY, NJ — Travis Ryan Heck, 26, was arrested Thursday and charged with multiple weapons offenses, including unlawful possession of a handgun, according to authorities. Heck was taken into …

OCEAN COUNTY, NJ — Jonathan Ryan Spangler, 32, was taken into custody on Thursday and faces charges of attempting to cause bodily injury to another person, according to Ocean County …

OCEAN COUNTY, NJ — Thomas Joseph Carrano, 33, was booked into Ocean County custody on Thursday, facing a series of serious charges stemming from an alleged domestic violence incident, according …

JACKSON, N.J. — The Jackson Township Police Department has launched a new Instagram page to strengthen its connection with the community and showcase its officers’ involvement in local events and activities. …

MANCHESTER, N.J. — Manchester Township Police are reminding residents of a designated Safe Exchange Zone at the Municipal Complex, designed to ensure safety for those completing online purchase transactions or …

JACKSON, N.J. — Whitesville Road will face daily closures this week, starting Monday, as construction crews conduct roadway work, according to local authorities. The road will be closed to all …

JACKSON, NJ – Six Flags Great Adventure in New Jersey is shaking things up in a big way. The park has officially retired Kingda Ka, the towering titan that held …

LAKEWOOD, N.J. — A crash on the northbound Garden State Parkway south of Exit 89A for NJ 70 East in Lakewood Township is causing traffic disruptions Monday morning. As of …

When Reddit’s keyboard warriors take aim, it’s usually a popcorn-worthy saga. This time, their target? Local businesses in New Jersey accused of supporting former President Trump. The latest drama comes …

TRENTON, NJ — A Powerball ticket sold in Toms River, Ocean County, has won $150,000 after matching four of the five white balls, the Powerball, and the Power Play in …

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — The Mayor and Township Council are calling on residents to step forward and serve their community by volunteering for one of Jackson Township’s advisory boards or …

SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — Six dual-port electric vehicle charging stations have been installed in Seaside Heights as part of a Supplemental Environmental Project (SEP) stemming from a settlement with the …

TOMS RIVER, NJ — Northern Ocean Habitat for Humanity has been awarded a $50,000 grant from Lowe’s to support critical home repair projects for five homes in northern Ocean County, …

POINT PLEASANT BEACH, NJ — A Toms River man was arrested Sunday morning after allegedly dropping a gun inside a church and falsely claiming to be a law enforcement officer, …

Lacey Township Woman Admits to Drug Charges Involving Minors **Lacey Township, NJ** – Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced that on November 18, Margaret Whalen, 60, of Lacey Township, …

Former Teacher Pleads Guilty to Child Endangerment **Toms River, NJ** – Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced that Douglas Bollinger, a 57-year-old resident of Neptune City, pled guilty to …

JACKSON, N.J. — The Jackson School District has begun exploring potential redistricting and restructuring plans aimed at addressing class size inequities, improving access to academic and extracurricular opportunities, and resolving …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The VA New Jersey Healthcare System announced the official opening of its new Toms River Clinic at 1051 Hooper Avenue, set to welcome its first patients …

LAKEWOOD, N.J. — Fire crews continued efforts Monday to contain the Country Club Wildfire burning in Pine Park and near the Lakewood Country Club in Ocean County, with officials reporting …

STAFFORD TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Superintendent George J. Chidiac of the Stafford Township School District has taken a temporary leave of absence following his recent arrest on DUI and related charges, …

LAKEWOOD, N.J. – A wildfire burning near Pine Park and the Lakewood Country Club in Ocean County has scorched 30 acres as firefighters work to gain control, the New Jersey …

The aroma of freshly baked doughnuts now fills the air along Route 70 in Lakewood, New Jersey, as Krispy Kreme makes a triumphant return to Ocean County after nearly two …

JACKSON, NJ — Is a future Aaron Judge or Derek Jeter living right here in Jackson? Only time will tell. Out of more than 46,000 participants across the country, 10-year-old …

TOMS RIVER – When it comes to indulging in delectable donuts around Toms River, New Jersey, the competition is as sweet as the treats themselves. While Uncle Dood’s Donuts in …