Ocean County News

TOMS RIVER, N.J. – Spirit Christmas, known for its seasonal pop-up shops filled with holiday decor, apparel, and gifts, is returning to New Jersey with an expanded lineup of stores …

LAKEWOOD, N.J. – The Jackson PBA #168 is set to fire up the grill for its 25th annual pig roast on Saturday, October 11, from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. …

Trenton, NJ – Rep. Mikie Sherrill is facing renewed scrutiny over her record at the U.S. Naval Academy after offering conflicting accounts of why she was barred from walking at …

Lacey, NJ – A 6-year-old dog named Ozark is looking for a permanent family after spending time in foster care through the Associated Humane Societies’ Forked River shelter. Described as …

Jackson, NJ – A feral kitten that spent the summer roaming backyards in Jackson has finally found a permanent home after being rescued and cared for by local animal groups. …

Trenton, NJ – A new bill advancing through the New Jersey Legislature would require public schools to teach the history and contributions of Latinos and Hispanics as part of the …

Over 7,000 Manchester homes to face brief scheduled power outages, JCP&L says MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ – More than 7,000 residents in Manchester Township are expected to experience brief power outages …

Help needed for two huskies at Northern Ocean County Animal Facility OCEAN COUNTY, NJ — Two young huskies currently housed at the Northern Ocean County Animal Facility are in urgent …

Monmouth & Ocean Counties, NJ – A fleet of 30 mobile sukkahs will travel through local communities next week as part of the Midstate Chabad Regional Office’s new Hero Sukkah …

Newark, NJ – Wednesday morning commuters faced a messy ride across New Jersey with multiple crashes, breakdowns, and construction tie-ups slowing travel on key highways and river crossings. The New …

Tuckerton man pleads guilty to arson and criminal mischief in Little Egg Harbor fire OCEAN COUNTY, NJ – A 21-year-old Tuckerton man has admitted to setting a fire that destroyed …

STAFFORD TWP., NJ – A 17-year-old driver was killed early Tuesday after his pickup truck struck a utility pole and overturned along State Highway 72 in Manahawkin, according to police. …

Sherrill pressed to release Navy scandal records after Jersey reps demand answers Trenton, NJ – Three New Jersey Republicans are calling on Rep. Mikie Sherrill to release long-sealed documents tied …

Toms River, NJ – A man was booked into the Ocean County jail Saturday after being charged with lewdness in front of children and endangering the welfare of a child, …

Reader Submitted Review By Dave J., Bayville There’s something about an old-school diner that just pulls me in — maybe it’s the promise of comfort food, the nostalgia of neon …

BRICK, NJ – A towering new Halloween-themed burger, stacked with three beef patties and six layers of cheese, has landed on menus across New Jersey for a limited run. The …

Newark, NJ – Monday morning rush hour across New Jersey is marked by a string of crashes and volume-related slowdowns, with major highways and Hudson River crossings reporting heavy congestion. …

Key Points MORRISTOWN, NJ – Rep. Mikie Sherrill’s wealth has surged in recent years, with new financial disclosures showing the Democratic lawmaker and gubernatorial candidate now reporting a net worth …

ABSECON, NJ – A severely neglected dog was discovered Friday afternoon near Highland Boulevard and Chelsea Avenue, prompting an animal cruelty investigation by local police who are now asking for …

Trenton, NJ – New Jersey’s governor’s race took a sharp turn this week after a highly publicized Naval Academy cheating scandal for Mikie Sherrill, but Jack Ciattarelli isn’t letting that …

TRENTON, NJ – The death of fugitive Joanne Chesimard, also known as Assata Shakur, is stirring renewed focus on one of New Jersey’s darkest chapters — the 1973 murder of …

Newark, NJ – A federal judge has refused to vacate an arbitration award favoring Local 53 of the Bakery, Confectionery, Tobacco Workers, and Grain Millers Union, shutting down Bimbo Bakeries …

Manchester, NJ – A federal judge rejected an attempt by C.J. Hesse, Inc. and Atlantic Pier Co. to compel their carrier to cover six state lawsuits tied to accidents at …

Brick, N.J. – The Brick Township Police Department has once again secured state recognition for meeting top professional standards, receiving its fourth Certificate of Re-Accreditation from the New Jersey State …

WASHINGTON, D.C. – A political consulting firm led by the daughter of Judge Juan Merchan, the New York judge who presided over President Donald Trump’s historic 2024 criminal trial, has …