AOC, Mamdani Laughed As Families Cried at 9/11 Ceremony in New York City
AOC and Mayor Zohran Mamdani face criticism after cameras caught them smiling and appearing to laugh during the 9/11 victims’ name reading.…
Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick Reflects on 25 Year Anniversary of 9/11 Terror Attack
by Daniel T. RodrickMayor, Toms River Township TOMS RIVER, NJ — Today marks twenty-five years since September 11, 2001. A quarter of a century has passed, yet for those of us who lived…
Manchester police officers were among first NJ departments to respond to 9/11 25 years ago
On the 25th anniversary of Sept. 11, Manchester Police are remembering local officers who deployed to Ground Zero for rescue, security and support operations.…
Ocean County Commissioners to Consider Nearly $17 Million on Golf Courses, Body Cams and Other Capital Purchases
Toms River, NJ – The Ocean County Board of Commissioners is scheduled to introduce seven capital spending ordinances that would appropriate $16.9 million from the county’s Capital Improvement Fund for projects ranging…
The Best Toms River Sports Bars for Football, Cold Drinks and a Great Meal
Football season is almost back, and in Toms River that means Sundays spent debating the Giants, Jets and Eagles while trying to find a seat with a clear view of the game.…
Niche Names Ocean County’s 10 Best Places to Retire in 2026
Ocean County, NJ – For New Jersey residents planning their retirement, Ocean County remains one of the state’s most desirable places to settle down. A mix of 55+ communities, quiet waterfront neighborhoods,…
Toms River Spot Tops Best Mexican Restaurants at the Northern Jersey Shore, According to Local Diners
MONMOUTH & OCEAN COUNTIES, N.J. – Whether you’re craving street tacos, slow-cooked birria, fresh guacamole or handcrafted margaritas, the Northern Jersey Shore has become home to a growing number of highly rated…
Ocean County Sheriff’s Office Adds Hovercraft to Growing Exotic Fleet of Water Rescue Vehicles
TOMS RIVER, N.J. – The Ocean County Sheriff’s Office has added a hovercraft to its emergency response fleet, giving deputies a new tool to conduct search and rescue missions in areas of…
Ocean County Home Prices Continue Climbing as June Real Estate Market Shows Mixed Trends
TOMS RIVER, N.J. – Home prices across Ocean County continued their upward trend in June, even as year-to-date sales activity remained below last year’s pace. The latest June 2026 Local Market Update,…
Italian National Held Without Bail in Ocean County on Assault, Theft and Contempt Charges
Toms River, NJ – Giacomo Martino was booked into the Ocean County Jail on Friday and remains in custody without bail while facing multiple criminal charges across three separate cases, according to…
Ocean County Man Held Without Bail on Assault, Child Endangerment and Weapons Charges
Toms River, NJ – Antonio Ascencion Huerto-Clara was booked into the Ocean County Jail on Saturday and is being held without bail while facing a series of criminal charges, according to county…
New Jersey Expected to Lose 11,000 More Jobs as Corporations Flee and Scale Back Garden State Presence
Trenton, NJ – More than 11,000 jobs have been affected by WARN notices filed in New Jersey since the start of the year, as companies across the technology, pharmaceutical, retail, financial, logistics,…
Toms River’s Infamous ‘Blue Line’ Painter David Giordano Back in Jail
Toms River, NJ – David Robert Giordano, a Toms River resident known for a string of highly unusual criminal cases over the past several years, was booked into the Ocean County Jail…
Ocean County Migrant Jailed Without Bail on Domestic Violence Aggravated Assault Charge
Toms River, NJ – Marcos Perez-Roblero was booked into the Ocean County Jail on Sunday and is being held without bail on a charge of aggravated assault involving domestic violence, according to…
New Jersey’s American Dream Is Becoming Too Expensive for Young Families
For generations, New Jersey represented the promise of the American Dream—a good job, a starter home, quality schools, safe neighborhoods, and the opportunity to build wealth through homeownership. Today, that dream is…
Ocean County College Highlights Record Graduation Numbers, AI Expansion, Mental Health Growth in Latest Board Report
Toms River, NJ – Ocean County College is reporting record graduation numbers, expanded artificial intelligence initiatives, increased demand for mental health services, and growing enrollment efforts as the institution prepares for the…
Ocean County Republicans Tout Mikie Sherrill AG’s Latest Achievements at Annual Gala
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Several prominent Ocean County Republican elected officials joined New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport in Toms River this weekend for a statewide consumer protection meeting, despite ongoing criticism…
Manchester Man Pleads Guilty to Three Cocaine Distribution Cases Across Ocean County
Toms River, NJ – A Manchester Township man has pleaded guilty to three separate cocaine distribution offenses uncovered during narcotics investigations spanning several months in Ocean County, Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced.…
Jackson Council Candidates Oppose Flock Cameras as Police Confirm Royal Grove System Is Privately Owned
Jackson, NJ – When it comes to privately owned Flock security cameras capturing data from drivers on public roads in Jackson, one slate is saying, “No Flocking Way!” A debate over automated…
Jackson Mayor Blames Previous Administration’s Land Swap Despite Prior Council Vote
Jackson, NJ – Jackson Mayor Jennifer Kuhn is placing responsibility for a New Jersey Supreme Court ruling over a controversial land acquisition on the township’s “previous administration”, despite voting in favor of…
Man Lands in Ocean County Jail Facing Laundry List of Violent Charges
Toms River, NJ – An Ocean County man is being held without bail after being booked into the Ocean County Jail on an extensive list of criminal charges stemming from two separate…
Dum dum lands man in Ocean County Jail after illegal gun, ammo found
Toms River, NJ – An Ocean County man is being held in the Ocean County Jail after being charged with unlawful possession of a handgun and prohibited “dum-dum” bullets, according to jail…
Jackson McDonald’s Closed After Vehicle Crashes Into Wall
Jackson, NJ – A McDonald’s restaurant in Jackson Township temporarily closed after a vehicle crashed into the building earlier this week. The crash occurred at the McDonald’s located on East Veterans Highway.…