Ocean County Commissioner Frank Sadeghi Joins 13th Annual Celebration of HOPE Walk
Ocean County Commissioner Frank Sadeghi joined HOPE Sheds Light's 13th annual walk celebrating recovery, supporting families and reducing addiction stigma.…
Two Airlifted After Head-On Crash Injures Three in Lacey Township
Three people were injured in a head-on crash on Route 539 in Lacey Township Sunday night, with two flown to trauma centers and one hospitalized.…
Manchester Schools, Police Move to Shared Radio System for Faster Communication
Manchester Township schools and police are now using the same radio system after staff completed training aimed at improving emergency communications.…
Abandoned dog Haley found in Manchester still waiting weeks for a home
“Southern Ocean County shelter urges adoption after dog left behind on roadside.” Manahawkin, NJ – A dog found abandoned earlier this month along a roadside in Ocean County is still waiting for…
Manchester school bus crash lawsuit alleges driver ran stop sign, injuring motorist
“Ocean County complaint targets Board of Education after intersection collision.” Manchester, NJ – A Manchester Township resident has filed a civil lawsuit against the local Board of Education and a school bus…
Ocean County is no longer safe as undocumented citizens driving cars continue killing and maiming our children
Letter to the editor by Sharon C., Ocean County I’m a mother of three kids and I’m terrified about what is happening to Jackson and our surrounding towns. Investors are buying homes…
Female Lakewood police sergeant files gender discrimination lawsuit against township
“Ocean County complaint alleges years of bias, retaliation, and hostile work environment.” Lakewood, NJ – A Lakewood police sergeant has filed a detailed lawsuit accusing the township of fostering a workplace culture…
Ocean County $20M oceanfront estate hits market in Bay Head with 8 bedrooms
“Historic Bay Head home blends French Normandy design with modern coastal luxury.” Bay Head, NJ – A sprawling oceanfront estate in Ocean County has hit the market with a $20 million price…
Can We Stop Pretending Ocean County’s Money Pit Cox House Needs to Be Saved as Bills Run Close to $5 Million to Date
“Questions emerge over continued funding after leadership change in county government.” Barnegat, NJ – If California can recognize that its billion-dollar train to nowhere was a failure, the Ocean County commissioners can…
Silverton Fire Department Sexual Abuse Case Put on Hold as Possible Settlement Looms
“Ocean County case alleges decades of abuse within Silverton fire company.” Toms River, NJ – A high-profile civil lawsuit alleging decades of sexual abuse within a volunteer fire company has been temporarily…
Toms River crash lawsuit targets Plumsted officer over alleged red-light collision
“Ocean County complaint claims police vehicle caused serious injuries at Route 37 intersection.” Toms River, NJ – A new lawsuit filed in Ocean County alleges a Plumsted Township police officer caused a…
Brick school injury case settles for $57,500, court approves minor’s claim
“Ocean County judge signs off on settlement tied to alleged school negligence.” Brick, NJ – A lawsuit filed on behalf of a young child injured at a Brick Township school has been…
Ocean County man held without bail on threats and weapons charges, ICE detainer issued
Suspect in Ocean County jail faces threat-to-kill and weapons offenses.” Toms River, NJ – A man identified as Jairo Rene Portillo-Rios is being held in the Ocean County Jail on multiple criminal…
Undocumented man charged with manufacturing and distributing meth and cocaine in Ocean County
“Second-degree charges filed after Ocean County booking tied to cocaine, heroin offenses.” Toms River, NJ – A man identified as Samuel Sanchezdelosantos was arrested and booked into the Ocean County Jail over…
Mikie Sherrill’s No Pro-Immigrant Sanctuary State Laws Put the Public At Risk, Lawmaker Says
“Assembly criticism targets limits on ICE cooperation in newly signed laws.” Trenton, NJ – A New Jersey assemblyman is publicly criticizing a series of newly signed immigration laws by Governor Mikie Sherrill,…
New Jersey governor Mikie Sherrill renews anti-Trump stance at statewide rallies
“Governor escalates criticism as ‘No Kings’ protests draw crowds across New Jersey.” Princeton, NJ – Governor Mikie Sherrill used a weekend rally to sharpen her opposition to President Donald Trump, aligning herself…
Illegal alien sentenced to 7 years for armed home invasion shooting in Jackson
A late-night break-in turned shooting inside a Jackson home has led to a multi-year prison sentence under New Jersey’s strict parole laws. Jackson Township, NJ – A Howell Township man has been…
One person injured after box truck crashes into trees, spills diesel fuel in Roosevelt Borough
Box truck crash in Roosevelt Borough sends one to trauma center, sparks hazmat response ROOSEVELT, N.J. – A late-afternoon crash involving a box truck and multiple trees in Roosevelt Borough left one…
Jose Parada-Perez Arrested after Lakewood hit-and-run that left child critically injured
Prosecutors say driver fled after striking minor on Hope Chapel Road Friday night. Lakewood, NJ – A Jackson Township man has been charged after authorities say he struck a minor with his…
Willingboro double murder conviction: Pennsylvania man found guilty in home invasion killings
A jury has convicted a Pennsylvania man in the fatal shooting of a mother and daughter inside their Willingboro home, closing a case that began with a pre-dawn break-in. Willingboro, NJ –…
Arcade opens in Brick with ribbon cutting led by township officials
New family entertainment venue launches at Boulevard Square Plaza Brick, NJ – A new family entertainment venue has officially opened its doors in Brick Township, as local officials joined business owners for…
New Jersey Governor Declares War With Trump as She Struggles to Advance Her Image and Platform on the National Stage
New Jersey governor launches federal effort while advancing policies opposing White House agenda Trenton, NJ – Move over Gavin Newsom, there’s a new up and coming progressing seeking to unseat you on…
Search for Fugitive Illegal Migrant Wanted for Deadly New Jersey Hit and Run Continues
Federal authorities allege suspect unlawfully re-entered U.S. before deadly crash Morristown, NJ – A man accused in a fatal hit-and-run that killed a 68-year-old pedestrian Friday morning had previously been deported from…