Toms River News

TOMS RIVER, NJ — Chaudhry Yousaf, 52, a fugitive wanted in connection with a fatal motor vehicle crash on the Garden State Parkway in 2009, was taken into custody last …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Nearly 2,000 residents in Toms River remained without power Saturday as utility crews worked to assess the cause of the outage that struck earlier in the …

Some holiday traditions never go out of style—like piling into the car, blasting Christmas music, and driving through neighborhoods aglow with twinkling lights. For our family, this isn’t just a …

Tucked away at 1776 Hooper Avenue in Toms River, New Jersey, Vibe N Slurp is a cozy spot that brings together two seemingly different cuisines—Caribbean and Japanese ramen—in a way …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. – The Toms River community gathered to celebrate James Warren, a standout trumpet player who represented the township at the Thanksgiving Day Parade, earning accolades for his …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. – The Toms River Township Council and Mayor Dan Rodrick celebrated the promotions and swearing-in and promotions of 12 officers during Wednesday night’s meeting. Promotions included Chief …

TRENTON, NJ – Local authorities are cautioning residents about a nationwide brushing scam in which unsuspecting victims receive mysterious packages designed to steal personal and financial information. The scam begins …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick proudly defended his decision to return the nativity scene to the town’s annual Christmas display, calling it a celebration of religious …

TOMS RIVER, NJ — Officers from the Toms River Police Department joined the Wreaths Across America program on December 13, placing wreaths on the graves of military veterans to honor …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. – Mayor Dan Rodrick confirmed this week that Toms River has successfully cleared its homeless camps and tent cities, working with state officials to implement short-term and …

TOMS RIVER, NJ — Families can lace up their skates for a festive “Skating with Santa” event at Winding River Ice Rink in Toms River on Saturday, December 21. The …

Toms River, nestled in the heart of the Jersey Shore, is a bagel lover’s paradise. Whether you’re starting your day or grabbing a midday bite, the area’s bagel and breakfast …

TRENTON, N.J. — An Ocean County player struck gold on Dec. 6, matching all five numbers in the New Jersey Lottery’s Cash 5 game to win a $1,883,824 jackpot. The …

NJ Republicans demand federal action as drone sightings raise alarms across state TRENTON, N.J. — Amid growing public concern over unexplained drone activity in New Jersey, the state Senate Republican …

OCEAN COUNTY, N.J. — Lisa Marie Dulany was incarcerated on Monday at the Ocean County jail after being charged with multiple offenses, including aggravated assault on law enforcement officers and …

WALL TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A Toms River man was arrested Monday after a traffic stop on State Highway 138 led to the discovery of heroin, crack cocaine, and drug paraphernalia, …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Two Lakewood men accused of murdering Rondell Proctor in 2010 will remain detained in the Ocean County Jail as they await trial, judges ruled this week. …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A Seaside Heights woman has pleaded guilty to aggravated manslaughter in connection with a July 2024 killing tied to a gruesome case that included another murder …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Families and residents in Toms River will have the chance to enjoy festive fun on the ice during the school district’s holiday break, as the Winding …

New Jersey’s skies have turned into a real-life episode of “The X-Files,” with mysterious drones making nightly appearances across the state. From Bergen County to Morris and Somerset, residents are …

FORKED RIVER, N.J. — The Associated Humane Popcorn Park Shelter announced that it will be temporarily closed due to renovations, with no set reopening date as of now. The shelter, …

New Jersey residents are scratching their heads—and maybe ducking for cover—as mysterious, car-sized drones have been buzzing across the state. From Ocean County to Sussex County, these aerial intruders have …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Firefighters quickly extinguished a residential fire on Weeping Willow Court in the East Dover section of Toms River on Friday afternoon, officials reported. Crews from East …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The holiday season officially began in Toms River as Mayor Dan Rodrick and Santa Claus presided over the annual Christmas tree lighting outside Town Hall Friday …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – For the first time in recent memory, a nativity scene symbolizing the birth of Jesus Christ, including Jesus, Mary, Joseph, the angels, and maji, will stand …