Toms River News

TOMS RIVER, NJ – An ongoing feud between Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick and Paul Hulse, organizer of Just Believe, Inc. is taking a new turn today. Last month, Rodrick …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Toms River Bureau of Fire Prevention is raising awareness about the dangers of dryer-related fires, which are a significant fire hazard in homes across the …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Toms River Township Mayor’s Special Needs Advisory Council will provide a sensory trailer at the upcoming Comfort Food Festival, the township government announced Wednesday. The …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Toms River will hold its annual 9/11 remembrance ceremony on Wednesday morning to honor those lost in the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, including two residents, …

It seems like 1111 Route 37 in Toms River is having a tough time keeping restaurants alive. First, we saw the closure of Mellow Mushroom, a quirky pizza joint, and …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — As the fall season begins and families prepare for back-to-school routines, the Toms River Bureau of Fire Prevention is reminding residents of the critical need for …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Firefighters from multiple Toms River fire companies responded to a structure fire at a repair garage located at 120 Kettle Creek Road in the Silverton section …

The Toms River Halloween Parade is not just a small-town celebration—it’s a colossal event with over a century of history. The tradition began in 1937, organized by the Toms River …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — This weekend marks the final opportunity for beachgoers to enjoy lifeguard protection at Toms River’s Ortley Beach and Shelter Cove Beach, according to a statement released …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Mayor Dan Rodrick has canceled plans for a ten-story apartment complex in downtown Toms River, ending a years-long controversy over the proposed development. The project, to …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Toms River Regional School District kicked off the 2024-2025 school year with a lively all-staff assembly at RWJBarnabas Health Arena on Tuesday. Teachers, custodians, nurses, …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — On Sunday, September 1st, at approximately 9:05 p.m., Toms River Fire Companies No. 1 and No. 2, along with East Dover Fire Company, responded to a …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Don’t tell anyone we told you, but a new restaurant is rumored to be coming to Toms River’s Silverton section, to take over the former spot …

Toms River, NJ – The Downtown Toms River Business Improvement District will host the Comfort Food Festival on Washington Street this Saturday from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. The event …

Toms River, NJ – For years, the recreation building at Toms River’s Riverwood Park has been used each winter to house the homeless during cold winter days. That was under …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A bomb scare at the Community Medical Center in Toms River prompted a swift response from local and state law enforcement on Tuesday, leading to the …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Police were dispatched to Kearney Avenue in Seaside Heights on Monday after reports of a suspicious backpack left unattended. In a separate but related incident, authorities responded …

TOMS RIVER, NJ — A young child was found unresponsive in a Toms River swimming pool on Wednesday. First responder’s efforts to save the child, including CPR, were unsuccessful. Minutes …

If you’re craving a taco adventure in Toms River, you’re in for a treat. This shore town is not just about the boardwalk fries and beach vibes; it’s got some …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. – Eric Manzanares, 24, of Asbury Park, has been indicted by an Ocean County Grand Jury on charges related to the fatal shooting of Nymere Tinsley, 25, …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — An electrical issue at the Silver Ridge Apartments in Toms River led to the evacuation of residents from ten apartments Tuesday evening after a smoking transformer …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick has turned down an urban infrastructure grant that would have laid the foundation to turn the downtown village area into a …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Tomorrow, residents are invited to join Toms River’s Movie Nights at Huddy Park for a special screening of the animated film “Coco.” The event will feature …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Mayor Rodrick and the Toms River Recreation Department are hosting the Toms River Summer Concert Series featuring the band Second Contact. The event will include live …

TOMS RIVER, NJ—The Toms River Jewish Community Council issued a statement this week regarding the retirement of Toms River Police Chief Mitch Little. The TRJCC represents the interests of the …