Toms River News

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, …

New Jersey Lawmakers Address Energy Affordability Concerns **TRENTON, NJ** – A joint meeting of the Senate Select Committee and Assembly Communications Committee held on Friday brought the issue of energy …

TRENTON, N.J. — Members of the 9th Legislative District warned Friday that soaring electricity and natural gas rates have created a “full-blown crisis” in New Jersey, calling for immediate financial …

Lakewood, NJ – Lakewood residents reported the sighting of a convicted mafia hitman in their city who confessed to at least six murders and dozens of violent assaults. We confirmed …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A man arrested in Ocean County is being held without bail on charges of harassment and attempted assault, according to jail records released Thursday. He also …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – On Wednesday, Toms River Township Mayor Dan Rodrick and the township council announced they will continue to fight New Jersey’s affordable housing mandates by filing a …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – A bombshell lawsuit filed on March 17 in Ocean County Superior Court has rocked the Silverton Volunteer Fire Company No. 1, alleging that a former police …

TRENTON, N.J. — As Governor Phil Murphy and U.S. Senator Andy Kim continue chest-thumping over the threat of climate change and its possible impact in New Jersey, science and history …

TOMS RIVER, NJ — A residential fire broke out on Kettle Creek Road Saturday evening after improperly discarded smoking materials ignited items on a windowsill, authorities said. Key Points The …

BEDMINSTER, NJ – Jack Ciattarelli, a leading contender in the New Jersey Republican gubernatorial primary, appears to have solidified his ties with President Donald J. Trump and mended fences during …

TOMS RIVER, NJ — The Toms River Recreation Department announced that kayak rack registration will open on Tuesday, March 25 at 7 p.m. through the Community Pass online portal. Residents …

TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey doesn’t want to be California of the East. The ridiculous notion came from Massachusetts native and current governor of the Garden State, Phil Murphy. Most …

JACKSON, NJ — One of the longest-standing residents at the Northern Ocean County Animal Facility is still searching for a permanent home. Pebbles, a three-year-old brindle pit mix, has been …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – David Hogg is coming to the heart of red New Jersey next week to talk to college students at Ocean County College in Toms River about …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A 57-year-old Ocean County man was taken into custody Thursday and is being held without bail on multiple charges related to the sexual assault and endangerment …

South Toms River Man Detained on Murder Charges **South Toms River, NJ** – On March 18, 2025, Gustavo Juarez-Perez, aged 38, from South Toms River, agreed to remain in custody …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – A group of far-left protesters gathered outside Toms River Town Hall on Tuesday, clashing with Republican leaders over proposed government spending cuts. The group included mostly …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. – A young child sustained serious injuries after being struck by a vehicle on Hickory Street early Wednesday morning, authorities said. Hatzolah emergency responders arrived at the …

LAKEWOOD, N.J. – A 4-month-old baby died Tuesday afternoon after being left inside a vehicle near 5th Street and Princeton Avenue, according to authorities. Emergency responders from Hatzolah arrived shortly …

SOUTH TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A South Toms River man has been charged with murder after authorities say he killed his wife in their home Saturday night. Gustavo Juarez-Perez, 38, …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — An unlicensed teenager driving a BMW at 118 mph faces two counts of aggravated manslaughter after crashing into another vehicle at an intersection late Friday night, …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Raymond James Ryan, a longtime principal of Toms River High School North and a respected community leader, died Thursday at the age of 83. Ryan, who …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A juvenile driver is facing charges after a high-speed crash Friday night resulted in the deaths of two people and left two others critically injured, according …

NEW YORK — New York City will not honor a federal immigration detainer for a migrant who set a woman on fire aboard a subway train, the federal government is …