Toms River News

JACKSON, NJ — A 12-year-old Border Collie mix named Tommy is waiting for help at the Northern Ocean County Animal Facility after his owner passed away, and volunteers are seeking …

Eduar Rodriguez-Varela found himself behind bars in Ocean County today. The 34-year-old is facing a slew of charges ranging from criminal mischief to endangering the welfare of a child. Accordig …

TOMS RIVER, NJ — A Toms River man has been charged with aggravated arson following a structure fire that occurred late Monday night at a residential complex on Route 166, …

TOMS RIVER, NJ — Children and teens can cast a line and compete for prizes next month as Toms River Township teams up with the New Jersey Department of Environmental …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Community Medical Center has announced temporary changes to Sabbath access at a local facility, assuring the community that accommodations remain in place ahead of the Passover …

TOMS RIVER, NJ — A man convicted of criminal sexual contact was arrested by federal authorities outside the Ocean County Justice Complex in Toms River as part of an ongoing …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — With warm weather on the horizon, Toms River Township is rolling out preseason discounts on summer recreation passes, including beach badges, pool memberships, and kayak storage …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Matilda may have come into the Northern Ocean County Animal Facility scared and unsure, but with time, love, and patience, this gentle girl has started to …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A Jackson Township man was sentenced to seven years in New Jersey State Prison after pleading guilty to multiple weapons and narcotics charges spanning several municipalities …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Thousands of brightly colored eggs will blanket Castle Park in Toms River on Saturday morning as the township hosts its annual Easter Egg Hunt, featuring more …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — An urgent call for help is coming out of the Northern Ocean County Animal Facility, where staff say the number of surrendered and abandoned dogs is …

JACKSON, NJ — A 12-year-old Border Collie mix named Tommy is urgently in need of rescue after the recent death of his owner left him without a home, according to …

TOMS RIVER, NJ — A Toms River man was sentenced Friday to 11 years in New Jersey State Prison after pleading guilty to multiple narcotics charges tied to two cocaine …

JACKSON, NJ — Saphie, a 2 ½-year-old black pit mix with a gentle heart and playful spirit, is searching for a forever home after being recently surrendered to the Northern …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Toms River Department of Public Works is urging residents to use its new free Recycle Coach app to stay informed on garbage, recycling, and sanitation …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Thousands of brightly colored Easter eggs will blanket the grass at Castle Park on Saturday as Toms River’s annual Easter egg hunt returns, featuring over 20,000 …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A new soup kitchen supported by rock icon Jon Bon Jovi has ignited a political firestorm in Ocean County, where Toms River Mayor Daniel Rodrick is …

Two Lakewood Men Indicted for 2010 Toms River Murder **TOMS RIVER, NJ** – On April 2, Maurice Cole, 36, and Jerron Evans, 41, both residents of Lakewood, were indicted by …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Toms River Township announced the return of Camp Discovery, a summer day program designed for children with developmental disabilities, set to run from June 30 through …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. —  Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick is asking county officials to cease and desist the transportation of homeless people from all of the state of New Jersey each …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Thousands of brightly colored eggs will carpet the grass at Castle Park on Saturday as Toms River kicks off its annual Easter Egg Hunt, hosted by …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A fire that broke out early Saturday morning in the garage of a two-story home on Powder Horn Road was caused by the spontaneous combustion of …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick today said the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers beach replenishment project is moving forward at a good pace. Crews working on …

As a New Jersey resident, I’ve watched the push for electric vehicles (EVs) with a mix of curiosity and skepticism. The state, like much of the country, is nudging us …

CAMDEN, NJ — A Toms River man has been sentenced to more than 12 years in federal prison for distributing cocaine and illegally possessing a firearm as a convicted felon, …