Ocean County News

BEACHWOOD, NJ – The Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office has announced Thomas Jann, 34, of Beachwood, pled guilty to two counts of Robbery in the First Degree in violation of N.J.S.A. …

LAKEWOOD, NJ – A Lakewood man is currently being held in the Ocean County Justice Complex jail on three charges including endangering welfare of a child, parent; showing obscene material …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Toms River High School East’s girls volleyball team defeated Toms River South 2-0 to win the  South Jersey Group III State Sectional title.

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Toms River emergency services were deployed to find a man and his missing toddler Sunday evening. After a two hour search, the two were found in …

It’s that time of year in Jackson Township, New Jersey, the celebration of the holidays at one of the world’s best rollercoaster amusement parks, Six Flags Great Adventure. Here’s what …

BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ – School officials and police in Brick are dismissing a possible threat to students at Brick Township High School after an investigation found no credible threats. Police …

LACEY TOWNSHIP, NJ – The following incidents were reported by the Lacey Township Police Department between November 4-11, 2021. Burglary- On Thursday, November 4, 2021, at 10:32 a.m., Officer Michael Hein …

MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP – With bustling traffic and residences nearby, Ocean County’s plan to construct a regional park on a 250 acre site in Manchester Township may be just what residents …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Ocean County is hosting vaccination clinics for children ages 5-11 in the coming weeks and warning parents against the possible side effects found in children who …

JACKSON, NJ – Since late October, vehicles are being stolen out of driveways across Jackson Township with thieves targeting high-end vehicles. To make their job easier, most of the vehicles …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – With no solid plan on the table to build more hi-rise apartment complexes in Downtown Toms River, the township council voted to extend the timetable for …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Toms River Township Council proposed an ordinance to block the development of private schools in the Downtown Toms River redevelopment plan. In 2019, the township …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Township of Toms River on Tuesday night announced what is being described as a “significant” development project at the former Ciba Geigy owned superfund site. …

The Democrats in Congress gave President Joe Biden a much-needed win on Friday, but they had some help. That help came in the form of New Jersey Republican Congressmen Chris …

LAKEWOOD, NJ – A helicopter that landed illegally, several times in a Crown Heights, New York City neighborhood on Thursday ended at the Lakewood Township Municipal airport in Ocean County, …

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – On Thursday, November 4, 2021, with thanks to the New Jersey State Police for their assistance and also concerned residents who contacted investigators in response to …

JACKSON, NJ – The Jackson Police Department has reported one person was killed in a single-vehicle crash on Jackson Mills Road near the I-195 overpass. The Jackson Police Department issued …

LAKEWOOD, NJ – Lakewood Township and surrounding communities are changing. In years past, a predominantly local population in Lakewood would often take political direction from the Lakewood VAAD, a once …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced that on November 3, 2021, the Honorable Wendel E. Daniels, P.J.Cr.P, ordered that Sherry Lee Heffernan, 55, of Landenberg, …

LITTLE EGG HARBOR, NJ – Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced that on November 4, 2021, David Belk, 45, and Stephanie O’Neill, 44, both of Little Egg Harbor, were …

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Jackson Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying the suspect of a reported attempted luring incident which took place on Pitney Lane near …

STAFFORD TOWNSHIP, NJ – Either somebody in Stafford Township wanted to give children great treats or somebody in Stafford Township is upset because they accidentally gave away their pot goodies. …

Manchester Twp NJ – On Wednesday, October 3, 2021, at approximately 2:58 am, officers from the Manchester Township Police Department responded to State Highway 37 near Mile Marker 1.5, to …

BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ – Brick Township Mayor John Ducey defeated Republican challenger for mayor Theresa Gallagher Tuesday night by a 63% to 37% margin. Ducey will begin his third term …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Outspoken Toms River Democrat Terrance Turnbach, a criminal defense attorney was sent packing by Toms River voters Tuesday night. Turnbach, who prided himself on his recent …