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.…
DHS Calls Andy Kim, Mikie Sherrill and the Media Liars Over False Claims About Delaney Hall
The Department of Homeland Security is publicly disputing a series of claims about conditions and operations at New Jersey’s Delaney Hall immigration detention facility, accusing critics and some media outlets of promoting…
Delaney Hall’s Menu Options Better Than Many New Jersey School Lunch Choices
Newark, NJ — As activists and some detainees continue raising concerns about food quality and nutrition at the Delaney Hall immigration detention facility, a weekly meal schedule circulating online paints a different…
NJ Attorney General Calls Week-long Delaney Hall Riot ‘Overwhelmingly Peaceful’ Despite Arrests and Violence Against Law Enforcement
Newark, NJ — New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport said Friday that protests outside the Delaney Hall immigration detention center have been “overwhelmingly peaceful,” even as federal authorities continue to investigate recent…
Toms River Volunteers Set for Spring Park Clean-Up at Three Local Parks on Saturday
Toms River, NJ — Volunteers will head to three Toms River parks Saturday morning as the township’s Recreation Department hosts its annual Spring Park Clean-Up ahead of the busy summer season. The…
Top Ocean County Farm Markets for Fresh Jersey Produce, Local Foods, and Family-Friendly Shopping
Ocean County, NJ — As New Jersey’s growing season ramps up, residents and visitors looking for fresh fruits, vegetables, baked goods, and locally made products have no shortage of options across Ocean…
Toms River Council Fabricates Imaginary “Technical Difficulties” in Premeditated Plot to Fire Town Employee
A chaotic Toms River Township Council meeting ended in an abrupt adjournment Wednesday night after several members of the public took control of the microphone and disrupted proceedings, shouting obscenities into the…
Toms River Mayor Continues to Hold the Line on Taxes Amid Ongoing Budget Battle With Opponents
Despite rising healthcare costs, out-of-control insurance hikes, and high fuel and energy costs, Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick’s administration continues to emphasize fiscal discipline and taxpayer relief, maintaining a steady approach to…
New Jersey Senate Backs Shield Law for Trans and Reproductive Care Providers
Trenton, NJ — New Jersey moved closer to expanding legal protections for reproductive and transgender healthcare providers after the state Senate passed legislation designed to shield clinicians from prosecution, subpoenas, and other…
NJ Transit Suspends Service After Train Fire Shuts Down Rush Hour Commute
Thousands of commuters faced major travel disruptions Thursday morning after an Amtrak track car fire damaged overhead wires and rail infrastructure inside one of the Hudson River tunnels, forcing NJ Transit to…
National Hamburger Day: The 5 Best Burgers Near Toms River
If you’re celebrating National Hamburger Day in Ocean County, the Toms River area has no shortage of standout burger spots. From stacked gourmet creations to classic Jersey-style griddled patties, these local favorites…
Teen’s tragic hit-and-run death prompts Brick police to increase patrols around schools
BRICK, N.J. — Brick Township police announced increased patrols and traffic enforcement around local schools following the death of 15-year-old Jackson Mueller, a Brick Memorial High School freshman who was killed while…
Heartbroken staff say giant shelter dog urgently needs rescue
Munson still waiting as shelter issues urgent rescue plea OCEAN COUNTY, N.J. — A towering 127-pound XL Bully named Munson is at the center of an emotional plea from animal advocates desperately…
Greg Gutfeld Calls Andy Kim, Mikie Sherrill ‘Scum’ Over Memorial Day ICE Protest Visit
NEWARK, N.J. — Fox News host Greg Gutfeld launched a blistering attack on New Jersey Sen. Andy Kim and Gov. Mikie Sherrill after both Democrats appeared outside the Delaney Hall immigration detention…
Toms River Councilman Who Doesn’t Like Guns Wants Indoor Gun Range “Off the Property”
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A proposed indoor shooting range at the nearly $20 million Ocean County Sports Complex has sparked growing political debate in Toms River, with Councilman Tom Nivison voicing opposition…
Toms River School Board Votes to Continue Sending Millions of Dollars Annually to Lakewood Transportation Authority
Toms River Taxpayers Foot Growing Bill as School Board Funnels Millions to Lakewood Busing Network As local taxpayers grapple with rising school costs and shrinking state aid, the Toms River Regional School…
Toms River Health & Wellness Fair to Bring Free Screenings, 60 Vendors to Senior Center
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — More than 60 vendors, free health screenings and a community drug take back program are expected to draw residents to the Toms River Senior Center next spring as…
Homeowner tackles juvenile suspect after front door kicked in at New Jersey residence
Police say a Howell Township resident chased down a 12-year-old boy after catching him fleeing from a damaged front door HOWELL TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A Howell Township homeowner tackled and detained a…
Two NJ lottery players split $621K jackpot as winning streak sweeps across the Garden State
Powerball prizes scratch offs and six figure jackpots lit up stores from Monmouth County to Cape May TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey Lottery players cashed in on a wave of winning tickets…
NJ FamilyCare Members Receive Warning Letters as New Federal Medicaid Work Rules Near
Trenton, NJ — Thousands of New Jersey residents enrolled in NJ FamilyCare are beginning to receive letters warning about upcoming federal Medicaid eligibility changes tied to a new law backed by President…
Vin Gopal Wants to Turn New Jersey Movie Theaters Into Bars to Survive Industry Demise
New Jersey lawmakers want to give movie theaters a new way to survive as streaming services continue to cut into ticket sales: turning cinemas into places where customers can drink beer, wine,…
