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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…

Repairs on the Horizon for Jackson MUA’s Rough Paving Jobs

JACKSON-In recent months, many of Jackson’s streets have been dug up, some recently paved, due to waterline construction and repair projects completed by MUA contractors. Most of that utility work was patched…

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Best Disaster Preparation, No Matter Where You Are

Like everyone else in the field of journalism, I have seen and heard a lot of things in my 15 years in the business. And while advancements in technology have allowed us…

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Which New Ride is Coming to Six Flags Great Adventure in 2018?

JACKSON- Six Flags Great Adventure, in partnership with Warner Bros. Consumer Products, on behalf of DC Entertainment, today announced that it will premiere the world’s first thrill ride themed to the DC…

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Police: Toms River “Pipe Bomb” Was Not Real

On August 31st at 9:15 am Police, Fire, and EMS units responded to a reported pipe bomb at Honda of Toms River located at 346 Route 37 east. Honda workers discovered the…

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Howell Police Make Arrests in Two Month Long Crack Distribution Case

On 08/30/17, members of Howell Township Police Crime Suppression Unit (Captain Thomas Rizzo #237, Detective Sergeant Jack Headley #242, K9 Sergeant Nick Bondarew #250, Detective Terrence Hurley #192, and Detective Mike Pavlick…

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Shop Rite brand Chocolate Chips Recalled After Milk Omitted from Ingredients Listing

Keasbey, NJ (September 1, 2017) – Wakefern Food Corp. has initiated a voluntary recall of its ShopRite brand Semi-Sweet Real Chocolate Chips. The chips were sold in 24 oz. bags bearing a…

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Jackson Library to Host All About Autism Screening

by Wendi Smolowitz JACKSON – “All About Autism,” a documentary screening and discussion program, will be held at the Jackson Branch of the Ocean County Library on Monday, October 2, from 2:00…

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Path and Map for the Total Solar Eclipse 2017

What is being hailed as the Great American Eclipse is coming Monday to the entire United States, though stargazers in only 14 states—Oregon, Idaho, Wyoming, Nebraska, Missouri, Kentucky, Tennessee, Georgia, North Carolina…

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Twitter gears you up for the Great American Eclipse

Preparing for Monday’s Great American Eclipse in 140 charterers or less at a time and lots of graphic simulations. CNN actually posted an eclipse poll on Twitter? And remember, eyes to the…

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Don’t make same mistake, man who burned retina in 1962 eclipse warns

OREGON CITY, Ore. — A 70-year-old man who burned his retina by staring directly into the sun during a partial solar eclipse in 1962 has a warning for those planning to view…

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Solar eclipse map 2017: Path and forecast for today’s eclipse; what you’ll see in your backyard

How to use this 2017 solar eclipse map and forecast: Click on any location included in the map for more information when it’s time to view the solar eclipse of 2017. Our…

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This hasn’t happened since 1776

[youtube:2031735] United States citizens are preparing for a “once-in-a-lifetime” event – the solar eclipse which is expected to occur on Monday night. During the eclipse, the moon will completely hide the sun…

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When Is The Next Total Solar Eclipse In US?

As the Great American Solar Eclipse is set to begin Monday, hundreds of Americans are queuing up to watch the spectacle as it unfolds. Given that it will be the first total…

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A Complete Total Eclipse Guide From History To Safety (Video)

After all the hype, finally tomorrow, Monday, the Total Solar Eclipse will occur. South Florida Reporter has gathered up many of the stories on the internet to help you, and your children,…

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How to watch a live stream of Solar Eclipse 2017 (8/21/2017)

The big day has arrived! The Great American Solar Eclipse of 2017, the most anticipated astronomical event in decades, will be viewed by millions of people across the United States as the…

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Total Solar Eclipse in 1979 Ended With Moving Message

Before Monday, the last total solar eclipse to pass over North America was in 1979, and one ABC News anchor had high hopes for the generation who would experience the astronomical phenomenon…

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NASA: No glasses for the eclipse? Here’s what you can do

The search for safety glasses to view Monday’s solar eclipse is reaching panic mode for some, but NASA has a few suggestions for those out of luck. On Monday afternoon, the eclipse…

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Inspired by 4 Year Old, Little Free Library Opens in Ortley Beach

Dominic James Borgese, a Toms River 4 year old is learning to read and write this summer and his Mom would like him to share his books with other children by putting up…

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Jackson Township Announces Road Paving Projects

You can expect to see more road improvements going on as the following roads were just approved for the 2017 Road Improvement Project. BELLEVUE AVE BLACK OAK ROAD BUCKINGHAM DR. ( BREWERS…

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Ex-OCC Facilities Director Mismanaged Department, Used “Sexually Explicit Innuendo,” Leaked Memos Accuse

TOMS RIVER – A series of leaked performance reviews and personnel memos authored by Ocean County College officials obtained by Ocean County Politics reveals allegations of mismanagement and incidents involving the usage…

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