New Jersey Congressmen Demand Answers in Wake of Mikie Sherrill’s Naval Academy Cheating Scandal
Sherrill pressed to release Navy scandal records after Jersey reps demand answers Trenton, NJ – Three New Jersey Republicans are calling on Rep. Mikie Sherrill to release long-sealed documents tied to her…
Ocean County Man Admits to Drug Trafficking and Illegal Firearm Possession
BRICK, NJ – Henry Burns, a 56-year-old resident of Brick Township, entered a guilty plea on January 22, 2024, for major drug offenses and illegal weapon possession. This plea was made before…
Brick Costco Shopper’s Weapon Accidentally Discharges Resulting in Injury
BRICK, NJ – Brick Township Police responded to an incident involving an accidental discharge of a firearm at the Costco located at 465 Rt 70. The event occurred yesterday at around 1…
Fatal Single-Vehicle Crash in Manchester Township
MANCHESTER, NJ – A tragic motor vehicle accident occurred in Manchester Township, NJ, on the evening of January 20, 2024. The Manchester Township Police Department reported to the scene at the intersection…
Are Jackson Schools Closed Friday? District Says Yes
JACKSON, NJ – The Jackson School District has announced a closure for all its schools on Friday, January 19, 2024, due to a forecasted snowstorm. The decision comes in response to predictions…
New Jersey Shore Towns Get Boost as Governor Signs Vacant Property Bill Into Law
TRENTON, N.J. – Assemblyman Sean Kean’s legislative effort to revitalize vacant properties in Jersey Shore towns received a significant advancement with the signing of his bill into law on Tuesday. The new…
Rescue Team Saves Young Grey Seal Pup in Point Pleasant Beach
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ – A four-week-old Grey seal pup was rescued in Point Pleasant Beach on January 12 after being found by a jogger. The pup, discovered on Baltimore Avenue shortly…
Travel Advisory Issued in Freehold Township Amid Icy Conditions
FREEHOLD TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Freehold Township Police Department issued a travel advisory today due to rapidly freezing roadways across the township. A significant drop in temperatures has led to hazardous driving…
Tragic Accident on Parkway Claims Lives of Young Couple and Unborn Child
TINTON FALLS, NJ – A devastating collision on the parkway in Tinton Falls resulted in the tragic deaths of a young couple and their unborn child. The accident occurred around 8 p.m.…
South Jersey Man Set Neighbor’s House on Fire Three Times in One Week
Steven Johnson, 36, faces charges of aggravated arson in connection with three separate fires at a neighboring abandoned house in Little Egg Harbor Township. Authorities arrested Johnson after surveillance footage allegedly showed…
Delayed Openings in Ocean County Schools Due to Weather
OCEAN COUNTY, NJ — Several school districts in Ocean County have announced delayed openings for Tuesday, January 16th, due to the overnight snow and freezing rain. Parents, students, and staff are advised…
Man Faces Charges in Fatal Brick Township Hit and Run
OCEAN COUNTY, NJ — Mark Carey Jr., 19, from South Amboy, has been charged in a fatal motor vehicle accident that occurred Saturday morning in Brick Township. Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D.…
Video: Woman Flees Fiery Crash, Later Caught by Police
LAKEWOOD, NJ – A woman who crashed into a street light and fled the scene as her car burst into flames has been arrested. A video of the incident was shared by…
Sondra Fortunato, Beloved “Miss Liberty,” Passes Away at 75
TOMS RIVER – Sondra Fortunato, known affectionately as “Miss Liberty,” a self-promotional beauty queen recognized for her extravagant outfits, voluminous blonde hair, and constant smile, passed away after a battle with illness.…
Driver, Ford Explorer Sought in Deadly Brick Township Hit and Run
BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ – A fatal hit and run occurred on January 13, 2024, at approximately 9:15 a.m. at the intersection of Route 35 South and Bay Avenue in Brick Township, prompting…
Little Egg Harbor Resident Arrested for Multiple Arson Incidents
OCEAN COUNTY, NJ – Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer and Little Egg Harbor Township Chief of Police James Hawkins have announced the arrest of 36-year-old Steven Johnson of Little Egg Harbor…
Brick Township Police Investigating Hit and Run On Route 35
BRICK, NJ – The Brick Township Police Department is currently investigating a hit and run accident that occurred on Route 35 southbound near Used-to-Bes. The incident is believed to have taken place…
Route 70 Westbound Reopens After Early Morning Crash in Brick
BRICK, NJ – The Brick Township Police Department has announced the reopening of Route 70 westbound at the Brick Blvd. intersection following an early morning crash. The incident had initially led to…
Historic Moment as Lisa Crate Sworn in as First Female Mayor of Brick Township
BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ – In a historic event for Brick Township, Lisa Crate was sworn in as the first-elected female Mayor in the township’s nearly 174-year history during the Brick Township Council’s…
Woman Chosen to Lead Jackson Planning Board in New Year
JACKSON, NJ – The Jackson Township Planning has named a woman to lead the board in 2024, naming former educator Michelle Campbell as the chairwoman. The vote by the board was historic…
Brick Township Beach Season Badges and Parking Passes Now Available Online for 2024 Season
BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ – Residents and visitors can now purchase season badges and parking passes for Brick Township’s beaches for the 2024 season online. These can be acquired conveniently via the Community…
Nominate Your Local Heroes for Brick Township’s Hero Awards
BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ – Brick Township is calling for nominations for the Brick Hero Awards, an initiative designed to recognize and honor residents and businesses who contribute significantly to the community’s betterment.…
Stafford Township Police Make Arrest in Multiple Burglary Cases
STAFFORD TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Stafford Township Police Department has arrested Gerardo Antonio Hernandez-Martinez, 24, in connection with a series of burglaries and thefts in the township. The arrest followed multiple reports…
Toms River Man Sentenced for Multiple Drug-Related Charges
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer has announced the sentencing of Daniel Kessel, 37, of Toms River, to five years in New Jersey State Prison (NJSP). The sentencing…
Something Smells Fishy in the Water in Jackson Township
There’s something fishy smelling in the water in Jackson Township. The Jackson Township Municipal Utilities Authority, an authority that runs independently of the Jackson Township municipal government and supplies water and sewer…
Brick Man Struck and Killed on Lakewood Road
LAKEWOOD, NJ – A motor vehicle accident at the intersection of New Hampshire Avenue and Erica Road in Lakewood resulted in a pedestrian fatality. The incident occurred just after 5:30 PM yesterday,…
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