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Elvis Tribute Scheduled for Next Shelter Cove Beach Party in Toms River Summer Concert Series

TOMS RIVER, N.J. – Veterans, residents, and visitors are invited to celebrate an evening of music and patriotism as Toms River Township prepares to host a free tribute concert at Shelter Cove Beach. Mayor Daniel T. Rodrick and the township’s…

Cross Toppled, Roadside Memorial for Jackson Teen Vandalized, Trampled

Jackson, NJ – A roadside memorial honoring Jackson teenager Michael Gioia was vandalized Thursday night, leaving his family devastated as they continue to grieve the loss of their son. According to Michael’s mother, someone ripped the wooden cross marking the…

New Jersey AG Investigation in Vocational School Whistleblower Case Involving Student Sexual Abuse

TOMS RIVER, NJ — A controversy surrounding the Ocean County Vocational Technical School District that Shore News Network first reported on in June has now moved into Superior Court, with former law…

Gloucester Township Police Warn Residents to Verify Door-to-Door Solicitors Before Opening the Door

GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, N.J. – As door-to-door sales activity continues across South Jersey, the Gloucester Township Police Department is reminding residents to verify that anyone soliciting at their home is properly licensed before…

Yonkers Police Department Welcomes First Facility K9s to Support Crime Victims and Officer Wellness

YONKERS, N.Y. – The Yonkers Police Department officially launched its new Facility Dog Program this week with the swearing-in of its first two Facility K9s, Nilsen and Gator, marking a new approach to supporting victims, strengthening community outreach, and promoting officer wellness. Unlike traditional…

Head Librarian Who Allowed Porn Use on Computers Faces Uncertain Future in Freehold

FREEHOLD, N.J. — The Freehold Public Library Board of Trustees voted during a special meeting Wednesday evening to begin the process of terminating Library Director Kathy Mulholland following an independent investigation into allegations of an unsafe work environment and other management concerns. The vote…

Scenes From the Caribbean Hurricane Cleanup Effort You Won’t See in Mainstream Media

Despite the efforts of the mainstream media to paint a narrative that the Trump administration is doing little to help hurricane survivors in the Caribbean, photos on the ground tell a much…

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6 Lakewood fraud defendants apply for program to avoid conviction, report says

TOMS RIVERS – Six Lakewood residents charged in a government benefits fraud sweep in June have applied for a pre-trial program for first-time offenders that would allow them to avoid conviction, according…

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Toms River Democrats Fire Salvo of Claims at Republican School Board Candidates

TOMS RIVER-Democrat backed school board members Michael Horgan, Steve Kaczala and Michele Williams fired the opening salvo in a contested race for control of the Toms River School Board last week. A…

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Woman pulled from ocean off Seaside Park was an ‘incredible inspiration’

SEASIDE PARK — A 44-year-old Seaside Park woman who died on Sunday after she went swimming with her boyfriend was remembered as an “incredible inspiration” with a “big heart.” Joell Lanfrank was…

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REPORT: Dept. of Justice Orders Monmouth Democrat to Stop Distributing Unapproved, Mislabeled Drugs

West Long Branch Democrat Chairman Ordered To Stop Distribution of Unapproved and Mislabeled Drugs Jack Gindi, center, with Joe Grillo, left and Vin Gopal at Congressman Frank Pallone’s 2014 campaign kickoff. Photo…

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Jackson Councilman Demands Town Enforce Right of Way Ordinance

JACKSON-Jackson Township Councilman Barry Calogero attended this month’s “Meet the Mayor” session with Mayor Michael Reina and demanded an immediate and total enforcement of the township council’s recently modified right of way…

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NJ Assemblyman Wants to End War With Nazi Germany; Allow Horse Drawn Sleighs to Travel Sleigh Bell Free

TRENTON-We’ve all heard stories about old laws being on the books that no longer apply to modern-day America, but one New Jersey State Assemblyman says it’s time for Trenton to start cleaning…

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Toms River Regional Schools Publishes Booklet of District Feats, Goals

Toms River Regional School District has issued a 23-page booklet outlining its recent accomplishments, providing historical context, and informing the community about exciting initiatives as it dives into the 2017-2018 school year.…

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Scientists have figured out how to save the earth from cow farts

The secret to climate-friendly cattle. Moo-ve over, methane Pixabay Raising cattle contributes to global warming in a big way. The animals expel large amounts of methane when they burp and fart, a…

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How a Clean House and Walking to Work Can Save Your Life

One in 12 global deaths over a five-year period can be prevented through 30 minutes of physical activity — which can include house-cleaning or walking to work — five days a week,…

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Trump Hosts America’s Grassroots Leaders for Dinner

President Donald J. Trump hosts a dinner Monday evening, September 25, 2017, in the Blue Room at the White House in Washington, D.C., with grassroots leaders, Penny Nance, CEO of Concerned Women…

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General Explains Why We Stand for the National Anthem

A U.S. Army general explained to NFL players indirectly why Americans stand for the flag after widespread protests this weekend across the league. “It’s important to remember that our military is composed…

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Expanding Access to High Quality STEM and Computer Science Education Provides More Pathways to Good Jobs

by Sarah Huckabee Sanders A COMMITMENT TO THE AMERICAN WORKFORCE: President Donald J. Trump is dedicated to setting American workers up for success. One of the Administration’s top priorities is providing more…

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Op Ed: All hands needed on deck to turn the tide against the opioid crisis

by Kellyanne Conway, Tom Price WASHINGTON,DC– What do the leafy suburbs of Philadelphia have in common with the mountains of West Virginia, the former mill towns of southern New Hampshire and the…

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MTA worker who got lung disease after 9/11 cleanup awarded $369K

A New Jersey man who developed lung disease after working around Ground Zero following the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks has been awarded $369,000, according to a report. James Delman, now 63, of…

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Berkeley Mayor, Council Bag Groceries for Hunger Relief

Mayor Carmen Amato, Council members John Bacchione, Sophia Attanasio Papa Gingrich and Judith Noonan and Mark C. Vannella, Director of Sanitation & Recycling, donated their time today bagging groceries at ShopRite to raise awareness about the issue of hunger.…

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