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…
On a Scorching Hot Day, Ocean County Libraries are Cool
TOMS RIVER, NJ – As the summer heat continues, Ocean County residents looking for relief from the scorching temperatures can find respite at one of the many branches of the Ocean County…
Mayor Crate Invites Community to Largest Table Dinner, Discussion
BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ – This September, Brick Township is set to host its first-ever Longest Table event, joining the ranks of cities and towns across the nation that have embraced this unique…
Ocean County Mall was 1976 Catalyst for Toms River’s Commercial Boom
TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Ocean County Mall has been the economic anchor of Toms River for decades, not Downtown Toms River. The same holds true to the Route 37 corridor and…
Murphy’s Extreme War Against Gas Cars, Gas Stoves Hurts New Jersey
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Senator Jim Holzapfel and Assemblymen Greg McGuckin and John Catalano, representing District 10 in New Jersey, including Toms River and portions of Ocean County, have expressed serious concerns…
It’s Going to Cost a Quarter-Million Dollars Just to Design New Sheriff’s Headquarters
TOMS RIVER, NJ – As the Ocean County Justice Complex undergoes a $92 million expansion, Ocean County Sheriff Michael Mastronardy wants out. Mastronardy has successfully lobbied the Ocean County Board of Commissioners…
Ocean County Courthouse Annex $42 Million Over Initial Budget
TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders has approved a $92 million funding plan to build an annex to the Ocean County Justice Complex. The cost to build…
Cicadas Being Annual Summer Symphony in New Jersey
TOMS RIVER, NJ – If you drive around Ocean County this month with your windows down at night, you might notice the new sounds of summer serenading you as you make your…
Lakewood Fire Department Hosting BBQ During Latest Recruitment Drive
LAKEWOOD, NJ – The Lakewood Fire Department is calling on all community members to answer the call of duty and join their ranks as volunteer firefighters. To encourage recruitment and foster a…
One Injured in Lakewood Fire
LAKEWOOD, NJ – One person was injured and seven people were displaced from their home after an overnight fire damaged a home in Lakewood. The fire was reported at 19 Columbus Avenue…
The Pinelands, Also Known as New Jersey’s Mafia Burials Grounds
Hidden within the dense and foreboding expanse of the New Jersey Pinelands lies a dark and sinister secret from the pages of history. Deep within this wilderness, whispers of the Mafia’s dark…
Brick Community Theater Nemo Video Goes Viral on TikTok with 4.5 Million Views
BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ – A video clip posted to TikTok by the Brick Children’s Community Theater has gone viral after being viewed 3.5 million times in its first 24 hours online. The…
Blue Rhino Propane Delivery Truck Involved in Berkeley Crash
BERKELEY TOWNSHIP, NJ – A box truck full of propane tanks crashed into a shop located at the Berkeley Plaza on Route 9 in Bayville today. The extent of the damages and…
Township of Ocean Invites Bids for Hornblower Drive Bulkhead Replacement Project
OCEAN TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Township of Ocean, located in the County of Ocean, State of New Jersey, is seeking sealed bid packets for the Hornblower Drive Bulkhead Replacement project. Bids will…
Brick Summerfest Continues Thursday With Jersey Girl
BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ – Brick Township’s SummerFest, presented by Pine Belt Cars, will continue on Thursday, July 20, featuring a nostalgic trip back to the 80s with Jessie’s Girl and their Back…
Power Outage Scheduled Today in Lakewood
LAKEWOOD, NJ – It’s hot and muggy out there, but an emergency power outage is still planned for today in Lakewood Township. Later today, there is a possibility that residents in certain…
The Best Pizza in Toms River According to the One Bite Pizza App
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Okay, Frankie, one bite; everyone knows the rules. Barstool Sports, known for its eccentric President, Dave Portnoy, has become a leader in judging quality pizza around the world.…
These 10 Famous People Have Ties to Lakewood
LAKEWOOD, NJ – Lakewood Township has become a cultural and religious center for the growing Orthodox Jewish community in America, but there’s more to Lakewood when you look closer. In fact, several…
Changes to Controversial Downtown Towers Approved by Lame Duck Council
Toms River, NJ – The Toms River council recently announced a revision to the twin tower apartment project in Downtown Toms River. Originally planned as a ten-story structure, the project has been…
Ten Famous People with Ties to Jackson Township
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – When you think of Jackson Township, it’s not exactly known as a breeding ground for the rich and famous, but that’s not to say people in the town…
Silverton Diner Continues Delivering Classic Old-School Experience
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Nestled in the heart of the Silverton section of Toms River, the Silverton Diner stands out as a hidden gem that offers a delightful dining experience. During a…
