Jackson Man Who Rammed Howell Police Cruiser During Route 9 Chase Sentenced to One Day in Ocean County Jail
Howell Township, NJ – A Jackson Township man who led Howell Township police on a motorcycle pursuit before crashing into a patrol vehicle and attempting to flee on foot has been sentenced…
New Jersey Restricts Access Island Beach State Park Through Late August Over Birds and Toilets
BERKELEY TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Bad news for tourists and fishermen alike. Island Beach State Park has gone into a limited access mode because of two ongoing problems and the beaches aren’t expected…
Runaway bus in Lakewood’s Westgate neighborhood stopped by quick-thinking bystander
LAKEWOOD, N.J. — A potential tragedy was narrowly avoided Friday in the Westgate neighborhood when a parked MonseyTrail bus began rolling uncontrolled down the street after reportedly losing its brakes. According to…
Immigrant Held on ICE Detainer for Domestic Assault in Ocean County Jail
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A 27-year-old man is being held without bail in Ocean County after authorities charged him with aggravated assault involving strangulation, false imprisonment, and attempting to cause bodily injury,…
Hundreds protest outside Lakewood Police HQ demanding release of suspect accused of luring teen into van
LAKEWOOD, N.J. — A large demonstration took place late Saturday night outside Lakewood Police Department headquarters, as community members gathered to protest the arrest of Binyomin Kubani, a local father of eight…
Violent Home Invasion Lands Four Migrants in Ocean County Jail, ICE Detainers Found
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Four individuals are being held without bail at the Ocean County Jail following a series of charges including home invasion, aggravated assault, and criminal restraint, according to records…
New Jersey Senators Kim, Booker Vote to Keep Free Healthcare for Undocumented Non-Citizens
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Thanks to votes by New Jersey’s two Democrat senators, undocumented migrants can keep their free federally funded healthcare plans. On June 30, Senators Cory Booker (D-NJ) and Andy Kim…
Fourth of July in Seaside Heights Mostly Peaceful with juvenile disturbance incidents
SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — Fourth of July celebrations at the Seaside Heights Boardwalk remained mostly peaceful Thursday, though local authorities responded to multiple disturbances involving juveniles, including fights and reports of rock…
Once Sleepy Cross Street to Become Five Lane Highway Connecting Toms River to Lakewood
LAKEWOOD, N.J. — A once sleepy farm road that has seen explosive development and massive amounts of traffic over the past decade has been approved to be expanded to become a major…
Beachwood outlines safety rules and closures ahead of fireworks celebration
BEACHWOOD, NJ — Beachwood Police issued traffic and safety guidelines Saturday ahead of the town’s annual fireworks display, which is scheduled to begin at dusk. Starting at 8 a.m., Bayside Avenue between…
Dems Block New Jersey Voter ID Bill in Trenton
TRENTON, N.J. — A Republican-backed bill requiring voters to present photo identification before casting ballots was blocked Monday in the Democrat-controlled New Jersey Assembly, sending the measure back to committee without a…
Removing a pride flag is a hate crime in New Jersey, but removing an American flag is not
Understanding Hate Crime Charges for Flag Removal Recent incidents in New Jersey, such as the hate crime charges filed in Sayreville for cutting down an LGBT Pride flag and the theft of…
Crash suspect flees Brick Township scene on foot, gets caught
Brick Township, NJ — A 54-year-old Brick Township man is facing charges after allegedly fleeing the scene of a crash that left one passenger injured, Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced…
New Jersey State Police to Increase Patrols on Land and Sea Fourth of July Weekend
WEST TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey State Police will step up patrols across highways and waterways beginning Thursday evening as part of a statewide effort to prevent crashes and enforce traffic…
Monmouth County Fair returns with rides, racing pigs and live shows
FREEHOLD, N.J. — One of the Jersey Shore’s largest annual carnivals, the Monmouth County Fair, will return later this month with a five-day lineup of attractions, live entertainment, and family-friendly fun. Held…
Lakewood expands emergency alert system for traffic, weather and safety updates
LAKEWOOD, N.J. — Lakewood Township and the Lakewood Police Department have launched an enhanced emergency alert system aimed at keeping residents informed of real-time traffic disruptions, weather events, and public safety notifications.…
Toms River Mayor Rodrick Places Downtown Homeless into Housing with State Funds
Toms River, NJ – Mayor Daniel Rodrick has recently taken proactive measures to address homelessness in Downtown Toms River, securing emergency housing vouchers from the State Department of Community Affairs, led by…
New Jersey’s No Affordable Housing Plan Doesn’t Care About Your Town’s Problems
Trenton, NJ – New Jersey’s ambitious plan to address its affordable housing crisis has ignited fierce debate, as a new mandate requires the construction of over 80,000 housing units within the next…
They’re Here: Mexican Drug Cartel Member Arrested in Lakewood Township
LAKEWOOD, N.J. — Federal immigration authorities arrested a Mexican national with ties to the Cartel del Noreste on Sunday in Ocean County, officials said. ICE is officially operating in Ocean County. Jose…
Cops: Toms River Man Brought Gun to Fatal Fight
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A 30-year-old Toms River man has been charged with multiple weapons offenses stemming from a violent altercation that left one man dead and another injured on May 9,…
Rainy start won’t dampen Jersey Shore’s sunny July 4th weekend forecast
SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — Don’t let midweek showers fool you — weather conditions are shaping up to be ideal along the Jersey Shore for Fourth of July weekend. While there’s a slight…
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