Ocean County News

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Residents gathered at Shelter Cove Beach for the fifth show in the Toms River Summer Concert Series, featuring AUSTIN CITY NIGHTS. The event, presented by Mayor …

BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Two women from Brick Township were sentenced to 364 days in the Ocean County Jail on Friday after pleading guilty to charges of animal cruelty and …

BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A 46-year-old man from Brick Township was arrested Thursday following an investigation that uncovered possession of child p-rnography and attempts to provide obscene material to a …

Pizza review time! If you know anything about Dave Portnoy, aka the pizza kingpin of the internet, you know he’s got some strong opinions about pizza. And he’s not afraid …

OCEAN COUNTY, NJ—Douglas Bollinger, 56, from Neptune City, has been charged with two counts of endangering the welfare of a child and two counts of criminal sexual contact, as announced …

TOMS RIVER, NJ — The Toms River Police Department has announced an urgent road closure on Rt. 9 following a reported natural gas leak. The affected section, between Cox Cro …

BRICK, NJ — Brick Township’s Mayor Lisa Crate invites local residents to participate in the 2nd Annual Longest Table event on Saturday, September 21. The community gathering will take place …

JACKSON, NJ—County crews and contractors began a much-anticipated road widening project on South New Prospect Road in Jackson Township this week. According to county officials, the project is aimed at …

In his One Bite Pizza Review of Via Sposito in Old Bridge, NJ, Dave Portnoy delivers his usual lively commentary while munching on some thin-crust pizza. The review starts with …

TOMS RIVER, NJ — Ocean County has announced an online public information center to gather community feedback on the Concept Development Study for the improvement of Kennedy Boulevard (County Route …

BRICK, NJ — The Township of Brick has opened applications for beach vehicle permits for the 2024-2025 season, with inspections beginning on Wednesday, September 4. These permits grant vehicle access …

As heavy rains continue, significant flooding has impacted various roads in Ocean and Monmouth Counties, leading to closures and detours. Motorists are advised to exercise caution and seek alternative routes …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Township of Toms River has officially halted its relationship with Silverton EMS amid a criminal investigation over allegations lodged by the Township with the Ocean …

MANAHAWKIN, NJ – The Stafford Township School District is gearing up for an upcoming bond referendum with a Community Information Forum set for August 28. The forum, offering both virtual …

JACKSON, NJ—A major accident involving multiple vehicles, including an overturned box truck, occurred at the intersection of East Veterans Highway and Stacy Court in Jackson Township. The incident resulted in …

BRICK, NJ – Retired Sergeant David Mazza, known affectionately as Dave or Maz, has passed away on July 27th, 2024, following a valiant struggle with cancer. Born and raised in …

BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ – Mayor Lisa Crate and the Township Council are excited to announce the return of the Traders Cove Concert Series, sponsored by Pine Belt Cars, at the …

BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ – The second day of the Brick Township Police Department Summer Youth Camp offered campers an exciting blend of physical training and hands-on learning experiences. The event, …

Manchester Township, NJ – A visit to the privately-owned 7,000-acre Heritage Mineral property on Monday evening resulted in the tragic drowning of Victor Arias-Peralta, an 18-year-old from Perth Amboy Township. …

Manchester Township, NJ – The Manchester Township Police Department has announced a scheduled training exercise today at Manchester Township High School. This exercise is part of the department’s ongoing efforts …

BAYVILLE, NJ – The New York Yankees have made a strategic move to strengthen their bullpen by acquiring right-handed pitcher Mark Leiter Jr. from the Chicago Cubs. The trade, which …

BERKELEY TOWNSHIP, NJ—Ocean County Commissioner Frank Sadeghi expressed enthusiasm as he joined local officials and community members to celebrate the commencement of construction on a new Habitat for Humanity home. …

BRICK, NJ — Chief of Police David Forrester of the Brick Township Police Department announced the arrest of Andrew Borbotko, 3rd, 44, from Lakewood, charged with second-degree robbery related to …

JACKSON, NJ, July 28, 2024 — The Jackson Township School District is being forced to sell a beloved community elementary school in an underserved and economically disadvantaged neighborhood due to …

The Administration of Governor Phil Murphy Threatens to Remove Superindendent if Boad Does Not Raise Taxes Even Higher, or Sell Buildings TOMS RIVER, NJ — The Toms River Regional School …