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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…

A Family of Eagles in Jackson Township

For the Eisenschmied Family of Jackson, NJ, the Eagle has landed – three times! This past Sunday, the youngest of the Eisenschmied trio of Eagle Scouts, Andrew, had his formal Eagle Scout…

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Cattus Island Environmental Center Reopened Today

Press Release from Ocean County TOMS RIVER – Ocean County officials celebrated the first days of spring with a grand reopening of the Cooper Environmental Center at Cattus Island County Park, here.…

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Time to register for Jackson Township Summer Camp

Spring has sprung and now is a good time to start thinking about your summer arrangements for the kids. Jackson summer camp registration is going on now. Also, for your older kids (7th…

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Now YOU can be the captain of your own pirate ship on the Barnegat Bay

TOMS RIVER-Have you ever dreamed of sailing the Barnegat Bay in pirate ship? Now you have that chance. The pirate ship “Pirate Time” is up for sale and costs just $195,000.…

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Long-awaited $128M beach replenishment to start in Ortley Beach next month

TOMS RIVER — Beach replenishment for the northern Ocean County peninsula is set to start the middle of next month, with Ortley Beach as the first spot to get the sand. State…

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Deer stuck in frozen N.J. pond rescued but struggling to walk

ROXBURY – Officials rescued Sunday morning a deer stuck in a frozen pond for nearly 24 hours in Roxbury. The deer is out of the water but is struggling to walk on…

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Free Diabetes Self-Management Workshops and Expo Offered in Tuckerton

EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ (Friday, March 17, 2017) – Quality Insights Quality Innovation Network, supported locally by Healthcare Quality Strategies, Inc. (HQSI), is continuing its partnership with Meals on Wheels of Ocean County…

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Ordinance to ban dormitories in Jackson to be heard Thursday evening

JACKSON-The Jackson Township clerk has announced the rescheduling of Tuesday night’s cancelled council meeting where the council was expected to vote on a controversial ordinance to ban dormitories within the township. The…

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Jackson Township Put on Notice by Lawyer for "Religious Gerrymandering" Over Dorm Ban

JACKSON-The Township of Jackson, in New Jersey has been put on notice by a lawyer representing the growing community of Orthodox Jewish families within its borders. Robert L. Greene, a lawyer from D.C.…

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Jackson Township prepares for upcoming Winter Storm

As many of you may have already heard this upcoming winter storm has the potential of hitting us with up to a foot of snow, heavy winds and hazardous driving conditions. Everyone…

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High Winds Increase Risk for Wildfires at the Shore

High winds and dry conditions have elevated the risk of forest fires today. Residents are warned against discarding smoking materials from their vehicles or in areas where conditions favor easily combustible material.…

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Brick Recognizes IHOP's CMNH Charitable Work

BRICK-For the past 12 years, International House of Pancakes (IHOP) has celebrated National Pancake Day by donating millions of dollars to the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. This week, Brick Mayor John Ducey…

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Police Department Donates $2,000 to House of Hope

The Toms River Police Foundation presents the Hope Center of Toms River with a $2,500 donation. It was a portion of the proceeds from their 18th Annual Jingle Bells Run 5K Race…

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Jackson Township's Spring Rabies Clinic

Jackson Township will host their annual Spring Rabies Clinic on April 8, 2017 at the Public Works Garage on Don Connor Blvd. This clinic is free and offers a three or one…

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Dog Saves Man's Life in Jackson Mobile Home Fire

JACKSON-On Sunday morning at 03:08 am, the Whitesville & Cassville Fire Departments, along with Jackson EMS, & Jackson Police Department were dispatched to a Structure Fire at the intersection of South St,…

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Free Oral Cancer Screenings in Jackson

The office of Dr. Miryam Bookman and Dr. Jason Goldberg (Artistic Dental) has partnered with The Oral Cancer Foundation in honor of Oral Cancer Awareness Month and will be offering free oral cancer…

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Relay for Life Fundraiser

My name is Stephanie Brown, and As a tri-lead and Community Champion for Relay for Life – Jackson, I am proud to announce, that starting May 1st, our Flush Out Cancer fundraiser…

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Jackson Council Pulls Ordinance Targeting Orthodox Jewish Dormitories

The following is a brief recap of the February 28, 2017 Jackson Township council meeting. A full story will follow later today. JACKSON-When Jackson Township Council President Ken Bressi proposed a township wide…

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Health Department Sponsors Drunk Driving Awareness at Ocean County Mall

Calleigh McGinley, a senior at Toms River HS North and the president of S.A.D.D. (Students Against Destructive Decisions), navigates a driving course with goggles that simulate the effects of drinking and driving.…

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Toms River North Grad, Heart Transplant Recipient Encourages Students to Become Organ Donors

Sam Denti, a 2003 graduate from TRN spoke to the health classes about the Green Band Program. Sam, who is a heart transplant recipient, is paying it forward by raising awareness about…

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