Toms River Recreation Department Offers Full Slate of August and September Summer Fun and Activities
TOMS RIVER, N.J. – Summer may be winding down, but the Toms River Recreation Department is keeping the calendar full with dozens of activities for children and adults throughout August and September.…
New Jersey Lawmakers Just Gave AI Datacenters Huge Tax Breaks, Now They Don’t Want AI
Just two years after New Jersey approved hundreds of millions in tax incentives to attract artificial intelligence projects, many Democratic officials and advocacy groups are pushing to slow or stop large-scale AI…
Ortley Beach: A great family friendly destination minutes from Seaside Heights crowds
Sunny skies, summer temperatures and refreshing ocean water are expected to make Ortley Beach one of the Jersey Shore’s top destinations this weekend. ORTLEY BEACH, N.J. — With temperatures climbing into the…
New Jersey Bill Would Make it a Crime to Protest at Abortion Clinics, Block Entry
A controversial New Jersey bill creating new criminal penalties for interference with reproductive health care services cleared another legislative hurdle after split committee votes in the Assembly. TRENTON, N.J. — In New…
Toms River’s Summer Beach Concerts and Fireworks: The Complete Schedule
From beachside fireworks to high-energy tribute bands, Toms River is once again turning Shelter Cove Beach into one of the Jersey Shore’s premier summer destinations. TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Summer at the…
Mayor Daniel T. Rodrick Announces Third Consecutive Year of Flat Taxes While Delivering Historic Investments and Record Financial Stability
MIDDLE TOWNSHIP, NJ — Mayor Daniel T. Roderick today proudly announced the adoption of the Township’s 2026 budget, marking the third consecutive year that municipal taxes have remained flat under his administration…
Toms River Council Votes Against Fireworks for America’s 250th Anniversary Celebration
America is about to celebrate its 250th anniversary this summer and cities across America are planning celebrations from one day spectacles to summer long celebrations. In Toms River, the Toms River council…
Watch: EarthCam Timelapse Reveals Stunning Overhaul of Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool Before America 250
Washington, D.C. — One of the nation’s most recognizable landmarks has undergone a dramatic transformation, and a newly released EarthCam timelapse condenses months of work into seconds, showing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting…
Autistic Student Injured After Wheelchair Overturns on Toms River School Bus, Lawsuit Filed
A lawsuit filed in Ocean County alleges a non-verbal autistic student was injured when his wheelchair overturned during transportation home from school. TOMS RIVER — A civil lawsuit filed in Ocean County…
Toms River Police Foundation Cancels Once Popular Junior Police Camp for Second Straight Summer
The Toms River Police Foundation has canceled its Junior Police Camp program for a second consecutive year, disappointing families who hoped the longtime summer program would return in 2026. Children hoping to…
Jersey Shore Weather: Near 100-Degree Heat, Thunderstorm Chances Arrive Later This Week
A stretch of summerlike weather is headed for the Jersey Shore, with temperatures soaring into the upper 90s by Thursday before thunderstorms return to the forecast. Beachgoers and residents along the Jersey…
Mikie Sherrill Rejects Pause on New Jersey Gas Tax for Short Term Consumer Relief
Republicans are pushing to suspend New Jersey’s gas tax as fuel prices climb, but state leaders say the move could jeopardize billions of dollars in funding for roads, bridges and NJ Transit…
New Jersey Bill Would Increase Penalties for Identity Theft Targeting Seniors and Veterans
Legislation advancing in Trenton would elevate criminal charges and prison sentences for identity theft crimes involving elderly residents and military veterans. TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey lawmakers are moving forward with legislation…
New Jersey Bill Would Prevent Preschool Lotteries From Separating Twins
The proposal would require public preschool programs to treat twins and other multiples as a single unit during enrollment and give parents greater control over classroom placement. TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey…
New Jersey Bill Would Allow Ambulances to Transport Injured Police Dogs
The legislation would permit emergency medical personnel to transport and provide emergency care to injured law enforcement canines when no human patient requires treatment. TRENTON, N.J. — A New Jersey lawmaker has…
New Jersey Moves to Change State Police Pension Rules After Sherrill’s Pick Came Out of Retirement
Legislation moving through Trenton would allow a retired State Police officer to serve as superintendent without re-enrolling in the pension system, a change opponents say benefits Gov. Mikie Sherrill’s recently appointed chief.…
New Jersey Democrats Advance Ban on ‘Forever Chemicals’ in Clothing and Diapers
A bill advancing in Trenton would prohibit the sale of apparel and diaper products containing intentionally added PFAS, chemicals linked to environmental contamination and potential health risks. TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey…
Heightened Security Planned at Madison Square Garden as Trump Expected at NBA Finals Game 3
Madison Square Garden and the U.S. Secret Service have announced enhanced screening measures ahead of Game 3 of the NBA Finals, where President Donald Trump is expected to attend. NEW YORK —…
New Jersey Democrats Are Literally Going Nuts as Budget Deadline Looms
Republicans blasted the proposal as a trivial distraction from property taxes, utility costs, and looming budget negotiations. TRENTON, N.J. — With New Jersey facing a budget deadline later this month and residents…
New Jersey Attorney General Urges EPA to Expand Monitoring of Microplastics in Drinking Water
Attorney General Jennifer Davenport is leading a coalition of states calling for stronger federal monitoring of microplastics amid growing concerns about potential health risks. New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport is urging…
New Jersey Public Defender Challenges Felony Rioting Charges for 40 Violent Delaney Hall Protesters
The New Jersey Office of the Public Defender says it is closely reviewing dozens of felony rioting charges stemming from protests outside Newark’s Delaney Hall detention facility, raising concerns about probable cause…
