Police warn of jury duty scam targeting Barnegat area residents
Scammers are posing as law enforcement officers and demanding immediate payments to avoid fake arrests. BARNEGAT, NJ — Barnegat police are warning residents about a surge in phone scams in which callers…
Two Trenton Men Arrested for Drug Distribution in Ocean County
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer has announced the arrest of two Trenton men following a comprehensive investigation led by the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Narcotics Strike Force…
Toms River Mayor Says Saving Lives Priority Over Promotions, Hires 8 New Police EMTs
TOMS RIVER, NJ (OP ED) – Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick sent a letter to residents of Toms River over the weekend. In the letter he outlined his reasons for hiring eight…
New Jersey Congressmen Slam Offshore Wind As Murphy Pushes Forward
TOMS RIVER, NJ – A recent hearing on offshore wind projects, attended by Atlantic Coast lawmakers, has sparked intense debate over the impact of these initiatives on the economy, public safety, and…
Manchester Township Police to Crack Down on Illegal ATV and Dirt Bike Riders
Manchester Township, NJ – The Manchester Township Police Department is addressing a surge in complaints concerning the use of All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) in the PINE LAKE PARK and ROOSEVELT CITY areas. While…
Human Remains Found in Burned Lakewood Home
Lakewood, NJ – Human remains were found in the debris of a burned home on Chestnut Street, Lakewood police confirmed. The discovery was made following a house fire that occurred Saturday night.…
Looking for Great Football Pizza in Brick This Weekend? Start Here
Brick Township, NJ – Brick Township’s vibrant pizza scene boasts an array of top-rated pizzerias that cater to diverse tastes and preferences. Leading the way is Azzurro, renowned for its specialty pies…
Toms River Mayor, Council to Expand Police EMS Services
TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Toms River Township Council has introduced an ordinance that would create eight new jobs within the Toms River Police Department in the form of emergency service operators…
Jackson Township Council Moves to Increase Oversight at Jackson MUA
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Jackson Township Council is seeking additional oversight on the independent Jackson Township Municipal Utilities Authority by placing an additional member of the public on the six-member commission.…
Ocean County Man Admits to Drug Trafficking and Illegal Firearm Possession
BRICK, NJ – Henry Burns, a 56-year-old resident of Brick Township, entered a guilty plea on January 22, 2024, for major drug offenses and illegal weapon possession. This plea was made before…
Brick Costco Shopper’s Weapon Accidentally Discharges Resulting in Injury
BRICK, NJ – Brick Township Police responded to an incident involving an accidental discharge of a firearm at the Costco located at 465 Rt 70. The event occurred yesterday at around 1…
Fatal Single-Vehicle Crash in Manchester Township
MANCHESTER, NJ – A tragic motor vehicle accident occurred in Manchester Township, NJ, on the evening of January 20, 2024. The Manchester Township Police Department reported to the scene at the intersection…
Are Jackson Schools Closed Friday? District Says Yes
JACKSON, NJ – The Jackson School District has announced a closure for all its schools on Friday, January 19, 2024, due to a forecasted snowstorm. The decision comes in response to predictions…
New Jersey Shore Towns Get Boost as Governor Signs Vacant Property Bill Into Law
TRENTON, N.J. – Assemblyman Sean Kean’s legislative effort to revitalize vacant properties in Jersey Shore towns received a significant advancement with the signing of his bill into law on Tuesday. The new…
Rescue Team Saves Young Grey Seal Pup in Point Pleasant Beach
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ – A four-week-old Grey seal pup was rescued in Point Pleasant Beach on January 12 after being found by a jogger. The pup, discovered on Baltimore Avenue shortly…
Travel Advisory Issued in Freehold Township Amid Icy Conditions
FREEHOLD TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Freehold Township Police Department issued a travel advisory today due to rapidly freezing roadways across the township. A significant drop in temperatures has led to hazardous driving…
Tragic Accident on Parkway Claims Lives of Young Couple and Unborn Child
TINTON FALLS, NJ – A devastating collision on the parkway in Tinton Falls resulted in the tragic deaths of a young couple and their unborn child. The accident occurred around 8 p.m.…
South Jersey Man Set Neighbor’s House on Fire Three Times in One Week
Steven Johnson, 36, faces charges of aggravated arson in connection with three separate fires at a neighboring abandoned house in Little Egg Harbor Township. Authorities arrested Johnson after surveillance footage allegedly showed…
Delayed Openings in Ocean County Schools Due to Weather
OCEAN COUNTY, NJ — Several school districts in Ocean County have announced delayed openings for Tuesday, January 16th, due to the overnight snow and freezing rain. Parents, students, and staff are advised…
Man Faces Charges in Fatal Brick Township Hit and Run
OCEAN COUNTY, NJ — Mark Carey Jr., 19, from South Amboy, has been charged in a fatal motor vehicle accident that occurred Saturday morning in Brick Township. Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D.…
Video: Woman Flees Fiery Crash, Later Caught by Police
LAKEWOOD, NJ – A woman who crashed into a street light and fled the scene as her car burst into flames has been arrested. A video of the incident was shared by…
