Toms River News

TOMS RIVER, NJ – The RWJBarnabas Health Arena hosted the annual Unsung Heroes event yesterday, organized by the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office. This significant event celebrates young individuals from Ocean …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – The local school district continued its Unified Sports-sponsored series of athletic events at the RWJBarnabas Health Field of Dreams yesterday. High School East students gathered for …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Toms River is seeing an increase in applications for synagogues in private residences and small land parcels after a major land use agreement signed by former …

TOMS RIVER, NJ (UPDATE) – The Toms River Township Council has voted on the first reading to move the 2024 township municipal budget on first reading. That budget delivers a …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – As part of the 50th anniversary of EMS Week, which runs from May 19 to May 26, the Toms River Police Department is extending a special …

Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick and the township council invite the public to come out to honor the sacrifices of America’s fallen servicemembers and to celebrate the freedom they gave …

TOMS RIVER, NJ—This past Saturday, American Legion Post 129 hosted a Military Ball at High School North to celebrate the year’s end. The event honored military service and highlighted the …

LONG BRANCH, NJ—District athletes recently displayed their skills at the Special Olympics Area 6 competition on Wednesday. Hosted at Long Branch High School, the event was organized by the TRRS …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Toms River Township thanked the volunteers who care for plants that make up the dune flowers, an important part of the beachfront eco system. In Ortley …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Facing across-the-board salary increases, double-digit increases in healthcare costs, global inflation, and the end of the American Rescue Plan’s federal funding, Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick …

TOMS RIVER, NJ—In a heartwarming display of intergenerational unity, students from Toms River High School North recently visited the Toms River Senior Center to celebrate Older Americans Month. The visit …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – An exciting event is on the horizon for the special needs community in Toms River as the first-ever high school kickball game for special needs students …

TOMS RIVER, NJ — Early Wednesday morning, a crash occurred on the Garden State Parkway southbound, just north of the Toms River Toll Plaza. The accident has resulted in the …

Toms River Senior Center Seeks Pool Table Donations TOMS RIVER, NJ — The Toms River Senior Center is requesting donations of pool tables and billiard accessories in great condition. The …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Today, flags are flying at half-staff at all Township Offices and across New Jersey in honor of NJ State Police Trooper Marcellus E. Bethea, Badge #7829, …

TOMS RIVER, NJ— The Toms River mobile home park Friendly Village was not so friendly on Tuesday. At approximately 4:05 PM, Toms River Police were dispatched to Camino Medio following …

Red Lobster Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy and Announces Restaurant Closures TOMS RIVER, NJ – Red Lobster has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, initiating a significant restructuring of its …

New Shopping Center to Open in Lakewood, Anchored by Kosher Supermarket Toms River, NJ—The Towne Shoppes, a new retail development coming to 506 Locust Street, promises to revitalize the local …

TOMS RIVER, NJ — Bellcrest Plaza, located on Fischer Blvd in Toms River, is expanding its retail offerings with a new 17,000 square foot discount grocery store. The plaza already …

TOMS RIVER, NJ — A trio of cows gave Toms River residents an unexpected start to their Thursday morning as they were spotted wandering through the streets of the Tallymyr …

SOUTH TOMS RIVER, NJ — In a bid to foster a healthier community, volunteers from Community Medical Center and RWJBarnabas Health, in collaboration with the Sadie Vickers Community Resource Center, …

TOMS RIVER, NJ—Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick today said replenishment of the storm-battered beaches on the barrier island has begun. Under a contract with Earle Asphalt, the township will work …

TOMS RIVER, NJ — The Toms River Police Department announced its Junior Police Camp, designed to engage local youth with the inner workings of law enforcement. The free camp offers …

Toms River, NJ – The Toms River Police Department is inviting residents to police headquarters and have even offered to share their coveted donuts and coffee with their guests. Police …

Toms River, NJ – The Toms River Police Department is investigating a serious motor vehicle crash involving a motorcycle. Route 166 was closed between Lowell Lane and Mapletree Road, prompting …