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…
Sondra Fortunato, Beloved “Miss Liberty,” Passes Away at 75
TOMS RIVER – Sondra Fortunato, known affectionately as “Miss Liberty,” a self-promotional beauty queen recognized for her extravagant outfits, voluminous blonde hair, and constant smile, passed away after a battle with illness.…
Driver, Ford Explorer Sought in Deadly Brick Township Hit and Run
BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ – A fatal hit and run occurred on January 13, 2024, at approximately 9:15 a.m. at the intersection of Route 35 South and Bay Avenue in Brick Township, prompting…
Little Egg Harbor Resident Arrested for Multiple Arson Incidents
OCEAN COUNTY, NJ – Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer and Little Egg Harbor Township Chief of Police James Hawkins have announced the arrest of 36-year-old Steven Johnson of Little Egg Harbor…
Brick Township Police Investigating Hit and Run On Route 35
BRICK, NJ – The Brick Township Police Department is currently investigating a hit and run accident that occurred on Route 35 southbound near Used-to-Bes. The incident is believed to have taken place…
Route 70 Westbound Reopens After Early Morning Crash in Brick
BRICK, NJ – The Brick Township Police Department has announced the reopening of Route 70 westbound at the Brick Blvd. intersection following an early morning crash. The incident had initially led to…
Historic Moment as Lisa Crate Sworn in as First Female Mayor of Brick Township
BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ – In a historic event for Brick Township, Lisa Crate was sworn in as the first-elected female Mayor in the township’s nearly 174-year history during the Brick Township Council’s…
Woman Chosen to Lead Jackson Planning Board in New Year
JACKSON, NJ – The Jackson Township Planning has named a woman to lead the board in 2024, naming former educator Michelle Campbell as the chairwoman. The vote by the board was historic…
Brick Township Beach Season Badges and Parking Passes Now Available Online for 2024 Season
BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ – Residents and visitors can now purchase season badges and parking passes for Brick Township’s beaches for the 2024 season online. These can be acquired conveniently via the Community…
Nominate Your Local Heroes for Brick Township’s Hero Awards
BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ – Brick Township is calling for nominations for the Brick Hero Awards, an initiative designed to recognize and honor residents and businesses who contribute significantly to the community’s betterment.…
Stafford Township Police Make Arrest in Multiple Burglary Cases
STAFFORD TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Stafford Township Police Department has arrested Gerardo Antonio Hernandez-Martinez, 24, in connection with a series of burglaries and thefts in the township. The arrest followed multiple reports…
Toms River Man Sentenced for Multiple Drug-Related Charges
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer has announced the sentencing of Daniel Kessel, 37, of Toms River, to five years in New Jersey State Prison (NJSP). The sentencing…
Something Smells Fishy in the Water in Jackson Township
There’s something fishy smelling in the water in Jackson Township. The Jackson Township Municipal Utilities Authority, an authority that runs independently of the Jackson Township municipal government and supplies water and sewer…
Brick Man Struck and Killed on Lakewood Road
LAKEWOOD, NJ – A motor vehicle accident at the intersection of New Hampshire Avenue and Erica Road in Lakewood resulted in a pedestrian fatality. The incident occurred just after 5:30 PM yesterday,…
Fire at Vacant Lakewood Lumber Yard Injures Two
LAKEWOOD, NJ – A large fire broke out at a supposedly vacant lumber yard in Lakewood, resulting in injuries to two individuals. The incident occurred just before 5 p.m. near Ocean Avenue…
Fatal Pedestrian Accident in Lakewood Under Investigation
LAKEWOOD, NJ – A pedestrian was fatally struck by a car in Lakewood, as confirmed by local authorities. The incident occurred around 6 p.m. on New Hampshire Avenue, according to Lakewood Police…
Asbury Park Man Shot Inside Lakewood Orthodox Jewish Enclave
LAKEWOOD, NJ — A 27-year-old man from Asbury Park reported to Ocean Medical Center just before 10 p.m. after sustaining gunshot wounds inside a predominantly Orthodox Jewish enclave in Lakewood Township. The…
Winter Weather Alert Issued for Heavy Rainfall in Ocean County Saturday
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Residents of Ocean County are bracing for a significant winter storm expected to hit the area over the weekend. The National Weather Service has issued a weather alert,…
Women Shine in Ocean County Politics Taking Key Positions in Local Governments
BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ – In a landmark event for Brick Township, Lisa Crate was sworn in as the first female mayor in the municipality’s nearly 174-year history. The annual Reorganization Meeting of…
Jackson Township Welcomes Installation of Long-Awaited Traffic Light on County Line Road
JACKSON, NJ – After years of safety concerns and traffic issues in Jackson Township, Ocean County officials have initiated a project to install a traffic light at a critical junction in the…
Jennifer Kuhn Named First Woman to Lead Jackson Township Council in 15 Years
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Jackson Township Councilwoman Jennifer Kuhn has been appointed to serve as the next president of the township council for the 2024 fiscal year. Kuhn, a successful business owner…
