Ocean County News

Toms River, NJ – A 50-year-old man identified as Guadalupe Nmn Lopez-Gonzalez was booked into the Ocean County Jail on Saturday and is being held in jail following a series …

Trenton, NJ – Nearly 9,500 comments poured into New Jersey’s Department of Labor over a proposed rule to reclassify many independent contractors as employees, and more than 99 percent opposed …

JACKSON, NJ – The Jackson Township Council has voted to appoint Council President Jennifer Kuhn to serve as mayor to fill the unexpired term of former Mayor Michael Reina. Reina …

Brick Township man sentenced to state prison for possession of child sexual abuse material Brick, NJ — A 43-year-old Brick Township man has been sentenced to five years in New …

Brick Township man guilty in savage murder-for-hire of father Brick, NJ — A twisted murder-for-hire plot shattered a quiet Jersey Shore neighborhood after a Brick Township man was convicted Wednesday …

Newark, NJ – Rush hour drivers across New Jersey faced a messy commute Friday morning with multiple crashes, disabled vehicles, and heavy backups leading into New York City. At 7:34 …

Bayville woman charged with theft after allegedly diverting $75K from law firm client TOMS RIVER, NJ — A 58-year-old Bayville woman has been charged with theft after prosecutors say she …

Cranbury, NJ – Republican gubernatorial nominee Jack Ciattarelli declared Tuesday that New Jersey’s long-standing Mount Laurel housing doctrine has failed the state, vowing to replace it with a plan that …

Toms River woman found guilty of two counts of vehicular homicide TOMS RIVER, NJ — A 30-year-old woman has been convicted on two counts of vehicular homicide after a jury …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. – Spirit Christmas, known for its seasonal pop-up shops filled with holiday decor, apparel, and gifts, is returning to New Jersey with an expanded lineup of stores …

LAKEWOOD, N.J. – The Jackson PBA #168 is set to fire up the grill for its 25th annual pig roast on Saturday, October 11, from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. …

Trenton, NJ – Rep. Mikie Sherrill is facing renewed scrutiny over her record at the U.S. Naval Academy after offering conflicting accounts of why she was barred from walking at …

Lacey, NJ – A 6-year-old dog named Ozark is looking for a permanent family after spending time in foster care through the Associated Humane Societies’ Forked River shelter. Described as …

Jackson, NJ – A feral kitten that spent the summer roaming backyards in Jackson has finally found a permanent home after being rescued and cared for by local animal groups. …

Trenton, NJ – A new bill advancing through the New Jersey Legislature would require public schools to teach the history and contributions of Latinos and Hispanics as part of the …

Over 7,000 Manchester homes to face brief scheduled power outages, JCP&L says MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ – More than 7,000 residents in Manchester Township are expected to experience brief power outages …

Help needed for two huskies at Northern Ocean County Animal Facility OCEAN COUNTY, NJ — Two young huskies currently housed at the Northern Ocean County Animal Facility are in urgent …

Monmouth & Ocean Counties, NJ – A fleet of 30 mobile sukkahs will travel through local communities next week as part of the Midstate Chabad Regional Office’s new Hero Sukkah …

Newark, NJ – Wednesday morning commuters faced a messy ride across New Jersey with multiple crashes, breakdowns, and construction tie-ups slowing travel on key highways and river crossings. The New …

Tuckerton man pleads guilty to arson and criminal mischief in Little Egg Harbor fire OCEAN COUNTY, NJ – A 21-year-old Tuckerton man has admitted to setting a fire that destroyed …

STAFFORD TWP., NJ – A 17-year-old driver was killed early Tuesday after his pickup truck struck a utility pole and overturned along State Highway 72 in Manahawkin, according to police. …

Sherrill pressed to release Navy scandal records after Jersey reps demand answers Trenton, NJ – Three New Jersey Republicans are calling on Rep. Mikie Sherrill to release long-sealed documents tied …

Toms River, NJ – A man was booked into the Ocean County jail Saturday after being charged with lewdness in front of children and endangering the welfare of a child, …

Reader Submitted Review By Dave J., Bayville There’s something about an old-school diner that just pulls me in — maybe it’s the promise of comfort food, the nostalgia of neon …

BRICK, NJ – A towering new Halloween-themed burger, stacked with three beef patties and six layers of cheese, has landed on menus across New Jersey for a limited run. The …