Toms River News

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A historic Victorian bed and breakfast in the heart of Toms River is drawing guests looking for a nostalgic retreat with modern comforts, just steps from …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A large sinkhole that disrupted traffic and access to several streets in the Snug Harbor area has been repaired, restoring entry to the Toms River Municipal …

WASHINGTON — Rep. Mikie Sherrill sold up to $500,000 in UBS stock just 30 days before the Swiss banking giant’s shares tumbled on concerns over stricter capital requirements, according to …

RED BANK, N.J. — Former President Barack Obama returned to the campaign fundraising circuit Friday night, joining DNC Chair Ken Martin for a high-dollar Democratic fundraiser at New Jersey Gov. …

TRENTON — A section of Route 18 southbound in East Brunswick will be closed and detoured nightly from Tuesday through Friday as part of an ongoing pavement and drainage improvement …

TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin announced Monday that the state has joined a 24-state coalition in suing the Trump Administration over its decision to freeze …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A Berkeley Township man has pleaded guilty to causing serious bodily injury while driving without a license in connection with an April crash that seriously injured …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Toms River’s Summer Concert Series continues Tuesday night with a live performance by The Amish Outlaws at Shelter Cove Beach, followed by a fireworks display, township …

A Flood Watch has been issued for much of the Mid-Atlantic as the National Weather Service in Mount Holly upgraded the flash flooding threat to a Moderate Risk for parts …

Tupelo Honey to perform Van Morrison tribute at Shelter Cove Beach concert Toms River will host a rescheduled summer concert featuring Tupelo Honey, a Van Morrison tribute band, on Wednesday, …

The Jackson Township Police Department promoted four officers during a township council meeting held on July 8, recognizing years of service, leadership, and dedication to law enforcement and the local …

Firefighters responded to a structure fire Tuesday afternoon on Seaton Road in Toms River, where heavy smoke and flames were reported coming from a single-story ranch-style residence. Toms River Fire …

A juvenile riding a dirt bike was critically injured Thursday night in a three-vehicle crash at the intersection of Route 9 and Serpentine Drive in Berkeley Township, police said. Officers …

A person died Wednesday night in a mobile home fire in the Pine Ridge section of Whiting, prompting a joint investigation by county and local authorities. Whiting Fire Station 33 …

TRENTON — Alina Habba, the interim U.S. attorney for New Jersey and a former personal attorney to Donald Trump, is leading a federal investigation into Governor Philip D. Murphy over …

TOMS RIVER — Many of the homeless who were living in a downtown parking garage homeless encampment are gone, and the Ocean County Board of Commissioners has once again extended …

TOMS RIVER — Days after officials cleared homeless individuals from a downtown parking garage and placed them in housing, a local nonprofit resumed efforts to locate unsheltered residents elsewhere in …

WALL TOWNSHIP — The Monmouth County SPCA is asking for the public’s help after three puppies were found abandoned near Allaire State Park over the weekend in poor condition. The …

TRENTON — A proposed New Jersey law that would mandate life imprisonment without parole for anyone convicted of murdering a child under the age of 16 has not advanced since …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — With favorable weather in the forecast, Toms River Township is encouraging residents and visitors to enjoy local outdoor facilities including Ortley Beach, Bey Lea Golf Course, …

On June 30th, Mayor Rodrick and the Toms River Township Council presented a budget for 2025 that has a 9% reduction in overall spending while maintaining a zero percent tax …

TRENTON, N.J. — The U.S. Small Business Administration is reminding small businesses and private nonprofit organizations in New Jersey that they have until Aug. 11 to apply for federal disaster …

NEWARK, N.J. — Democratic gubernatorial candidate Mikie Sherrill joined a growing list of New Jersey Democrats Thursday in blaming President Donald Trump and GOP candidate Jack Ciattarelli for the state’s …

BRICK, N.J. — A long-vacant restaurant on Route 70 may soon get new life as Mission BBQ looks to open its first Jersey Shore location in Brick. The national barbecue …

Sherrill surprised by elephant request at boardwalk stand, jokes go viral online SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — Democratic gubernatorial candidate Mikie Sherrill was met with an unexpected moment on the Jersey …