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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…

Concert Series Returns to Berkeley This Summer

BAYVILLE-Mayor Carmen F. Amato, Jr. is proud to announce the Sounds of Summer Concert Series will return to Veterans Park this summer. “I am pleased to announce the return of our popular…

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Report: Staten Island Student Gets Lower Grade Because She Didn't Bash Trump

Teachers tasked by taxpayers with educating their children are instead inserting their own anti-Trump biases into their lesson plans. A Staten Island, New York, educator teacher placed an anti-President Trump question onto…

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Man who sunk dog with truck on frozen Toms River gets 180 days in Ocean County Jail

by Al DellaFave, OCPO TOMS RIVER-Andrew Mayer, 29, was sentenced today on his plea to Cruelty to Animals in the Third degree. The State was seeking a sentence of 364 days in…

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Toms River Students' DNA Published in Online Genome Project

The Toms River Regional School Board recognized three high school students and their teachers for participating in the Waksman Student Scholar Program. The Waksman Student Scholars Program provides avenues for high school…

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Toms River Board Recognizes Life Saving Wrestling Coaches

The Toms River Regional School District’s Board of Education recognized High School North coaches Josh Huber and John DeMarco for their quick thinking as well as their certified training that led to…

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Freehold Township High School Wins Monmouth County Consumer Bowl

HOWELL, NJ – Freehold Township High School came up winners in the 2017 Monmouth County Consumer Bowl, a game-show-style competition for teams of high school students held Feb. 14 at the Monmouth…

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Purim in Hawaii Comes to Jackson

March 12 Purim celebration to feature Exotic Bird Show Take in the gorgeous views and enjoy tropical drinks while masquerading in Hawaiian attire at this year’s Purim celebration. “Purim in Hawaii”…

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Everything You Need to Know About Saturday's Fire District Elections in Jackson

This Saturday is the day residents of Jackson can go out and vote for their local fire district commissioners and budgets. Polls in Jackson are open from 2pm to 9pm on…

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New Jersey State Police Union Reveals Terrifying Bail Reform Statistic

The New Jersey State Policeman’s Benevolent Association this week released a terrifying statistic about New Jersey’s bail reform. It’s a system where those pushing it are making millions of dollars, but the…

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On this Day: Russian Poet Alexander Pushkin Died from Injuries Sustained in a Duel

JACKSON-On this day in 1836, Alexander Pushkin died from wounds suffered in duel days earlier. A memorial dedicated to Pushkin is here in Jackson, dedicated to the Russian poet and writer. Jackson…

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New Playa Bowls in Brick Highlights Success of Empty Storefront Program

BRICK-Across Ocean County, many retail storefront units have remained empty for years, but in Brick, an incentive program for new and expanding businesses is helping to fill those empty stores. Brick Township’s…

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Berkeley Mayor Amato Announces Evening Office Hours

BERKELEY – Mayor Carmen F. Amato, Jr., is pleased to announce the next installment of his evening office hours. Mayor Amato’s evening office hours are in addition to his “Meet the Mayor”…

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Jackson Township Prepares for upcoming Winter Storm

As per the National Weather Service, a Winter Storm Warning is in effect. Starting around midnight tonight, rain will start then quickly transition into snow leaving significant snowfall amounts. The heavy snow,…

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Report: Developer Seeks to Build 1,800 Homes on Eagle Ridge Golf Course

LAKEWOOD-A report in today’s Asbury Park Press says Lakewood’s Eagle Ridge Golf Club on Faraday Avenue is being eyed by a developer who seeks to build 1,800 homes on the site. The report…

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Dog Shot by Police During Home Raid Rehabilitated by Associated Humane Society

LACEY TWP-A dog that was shot in a police raid on a home in Orange in undergoing rehabilitation at the Associated Humane Society and is getting ready to return to her home.…

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Berkeley Mayor and Council Congratulate Elks Soccer Shoot Winners

On Monday, January 30th, Mayor Carmen Amato and the Berkeley Council honored the Bayville Elks #2394 6th Annual Soccer Shoot winners! Congratulations to the top three winners in each age group: U-8…

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Bronze Star Vietnam Vet Tops Berkeley Republican Council Ticket in 2017

Submitted by Berkeley Township Republicans BERKELEY TWP-On Saturday, January 28, 2017 over 130 members of the Berkeley Township Republican Organization met at the Berkeley Township Elementary School Auditorium to nominate and…

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Black History Month Spotlight: Frederick Douglas

Frederick Augustus Washington Bailey was born into slavery on the Eastern Shore of Maryland in February 1818. He had a difficult family life. He barely knew his mother, who lived on a…

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Two Charged for Murder of Missing Belmar Girl

FREEHOLD-Two Neptune City men have been charged in connection with the murder of 19 year-old Sarah Stern, who has been missing since early December, announced Monmouth County Prosecutor Christopher J. Gramiccioni. The…

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Kelaher swears in new auxiliary police volunteers

TOMS RIVER-During last week’s Toms River Township council meeting, Mayor Kelaher administered new oaths of office to members of the Auxiliary Police at their annual swearing in ceremony. The Toms River Auxiliary…

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