Ocean County Man Held Without Bail on Assault, Child Endangerment and Weapons Charges
Toms River, NJ – Antonio Ascencion Huerto-Clara was booked into the Ocean County Jail on Saturday and is being held without bail while facing a series of criminal charges, according to county…
Majority of New Jersey Residents are Struggling Financially According to Poll
NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. — A majority of New Jersey residents continue to hold a negative outlook on the economy — both nationally and within the state — while many report increasing difficulty…
Migrant Detention Camp at Ocean County’s Joint Base MDL Announced
LAKEHURST, N.J. — The Department of Defense has approved the temporary use of Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst in New Jersey as a detention facility for criminal migrants, according to a letter sent to…
Drunk driver crashes into police cars, jumps in lake during wild chase in Lacey Township
LACEY TWP., N.J. — A Manchester man is facing a long list of charges after allegedly driving drunk, striking multiple police vehicles, and fleeing through residential streets before being pulled from a…
Alina Habba Could Be Forced Out Under Pressure by Kim, Booker, Liberal Judges
Alina Habba, who has served as the interim U.S. Attorney for the District of New Jersey since March 2025, could step down next week upon the expiration of her 120-day term, if…
Dog accidentally starts kitchen fire, Toms River fire bureau warns on pet safety
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A home security camera captured the moment a dog accidentally started a kitchen fire prompting the township’s Fire Prevention Bureau to highlight the risks pets can pose in…
The Edge in Jackson to close after five years of service, owners thank community
JACKSON, N.J. — The Edge, a prominent dining and gathering spot on North County Line Road, will be closing its doors after five years of operation, the restaurant announced this week. Built…
RNC sues New Jersey over delayed access to voter records
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Republican National Committee has filed a lawsuit against New Jersey’s Division of Elections, alleging that state officials have failed to produce records related to voter roll maintenance and…
Watchdog finds over 32,000 questionable voter records in New Jersey
TRENTON, NJ – A new report by the Public Interest Legal Foundation (PILF) has identified more than 32,000 potentially problematic voter records in New Jersey, raising concerns about election roll accuracy ahead…
Dog fighting, gang activity lands Jackson man in prison for 17 years
FREEHOLD, N.J. — A Jackson Township man has been sentenced to 17 years in state prison for his role in a racketeering conspiracy that connected multiple street gangs and fueled violent crime…
Jackson Police Update on Deadly Lightning Strike that Killed One, Injured 14 at Cub Scout Outing
JACKSON, N.J. — A 61-year-old man is dead and 14 others were injured after a lightning strike during an archery event in Ocean County on Wednesday evening, authorities said. Emergency services were…
Jackson Zoning Board halts 1,100-home project, sends developer back to the drawing board
JACKSON, N.J. — The Jackson Zoning Board, under the legal advice of attorney Jean Cipriani, scored a victory against a contentious proposed high-density developent at Adventure Crossing. The decision is a victory…
New Jersey’s Senators are Just ‘Meh’, According to New Poll
NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. — New Jersey’s U.S. senators are facing lukewarm approval from voters, with a significant number of residents either holding unfavorable views or expressing no opinion at all, according to…
85% of New Jersey is Fed Up With Phil Murphy Citing Taxes, Transportation and Education as Key Problems
NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. — An overwhelming 85% of New Jersey residents are dissatisfied with how the state government is handling the cost of living and affordability, according to a Rutgers-Eagleton Poll released…
1 dead, 13 injured after lightning strike at Jackson Township archery range
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A lightning strike at an outdoor archery range in Ocean County left one man dead and 13 others injured Wednesday evening, according to police. The incident occurred just…
Jimmy Buffett tribute band Parrot Beach to headline Toms River concert with fireworks show
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Mayor Dan Rodrick and the Toms River Recreation Department will host Jimmy Buffett tribute band Parrot Beach as part of the township’s ongoing Summer Concert Series on Sunday,…
New Jersey GOP Congressman backs bill to release Epstein files despite AG dismissal
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Rep. Jeff Van Drew announced Tuesday he has cosponsored legislation introduced by Rep. Thomas Massie aimed at releasing the full set of files related to Jeffrey Epstein, joining a…
Krispy Kreme celebrates 88th birthday with 88-cent dozens at New Jersey locations this Friday
NEWARK, N.J. — Krispy Kreme fans in New Jersey can score a sweet deal this Friday, July 18, as the doughnut chain marks its 88th anniversary with a special offer: an Original…
Toms River man admits to illegal firearm possession in 2023 Wawa stop
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A Toms River man has pleaded guilty to illegal possession of a firearm in connection with a 2023 traffic stop in South Toms River, the Ocean County Prosecutor’s…
Trump praises Rep. Van Drew for role in halting offshore wind project off Jersey Shore
WILDWOOD, N.J. — President Donald Trump on Wednesday credited Rep. Jeff Van Drew for helping to stop a major offshore wind project off the coast of New Jersey, calling the cancellation a…
Huddy House Bed and Breakfast offers Victorian charm steps from downtown
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A historic Victorian bed and breakfast in the heart of Toms River is drawing guests looking for a nostalgic retreat with modern comforts, just steps from the town’s…
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