Ocean County News

NEWARK, NJ – Drivers heading into the Thursday morning rush faced a tangle of delays across New Jersey, as flooding, crashes, disabled vehicles and heavy bridge traffic disrupted major routes …

Jackson Township, NJ – Landlords in Jackson will soon face tougher rules as the township launches a new Bureau of Housing Rentals, a unit created to enforce rental ordinances better …

Family with infant and teen escapes late-night Toms River house fire sparked by cigarette Toms River, NJ – A family of four, including a baby and a teenager, escaped a …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick says that since taking office, he has been trying to undo contracts and agreements previous mayors and councils have made with …

Trenton, NJ – Few would dispute that New Jersey’s tangled web of more than 600 school districts is inefficient, costly, and unsustainable. Consolidation, in some form, is long overdue. But …

State monitor blocks school board from rehiring high-priced lawyer again Lakewood, NJ – For the third time in six months, State Monitor Louise Davis has moved to block the rehiring …

Jackson, NJ – Jackson Mayor Michael Reina is calling it quits after nearly two decades in public office as he prepares for his next journey in life. In a letter …

JACKSON, NJ – Jackson Mayor Michael Reina submitted his resignation town hall this morning. The longtime mayor has been rumored to be stepping down for weeks, ahead of an upcoming …

Trenton, NJ – Governor Mikie Sherrill has ignited a fierce battle over education after announcing her plan to force school districts across New Jersey to consolidate by county last night, …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. – A 32-year-old Ocean County man is being held without bail after his arrest on multiple felony charges, including aggravated assault, child endangerment, and criminal restraint, according …

TRENTON, N.J. – Motor Vehicle Commission operations became a flashpoint in the governor’s race as Jack Ciattarelli and Mikie Sherrill clashed over whether in-person services should return to pre-pandemic levels. …

Stafford Township, NJ – Multiple units from Stafford Township Volunteer Fire Company #1 responded Friday to assist Barnegat firefighters during a house fire, officials said. Ladder 4735, Rescue Engine 4731, …

Seaside Park, NJ – It was a full nine innings of hometown rivalry as Seaside Park PBA 182 squared off against Seaside Park Station 45 in the annual Battle of …

MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Manchester Township Police Department announced the death of retired Patrolman Daniel J. Miljenovic, who passed away on September 20. Miljenovic served the department from December …

Toms River, NJ – A series of anti-Jack Ciattarelli posts and advertisements that appeared on the Ocean County GOP’s official Facebook page have been quietly removed after drawing criticism for …

Trenton, NJ – Republican candidate Jack Ciattarelli took aim at New Jersey’s electric vehicle mandate this week, warning that the state’s power grid and already-high utility bills cannot sustain the …

Manchester, NJ – A new community tradition was born this week when the Manchester Township Police Department held its first-ever K-9 “Pawsta Dinner,” raising thousands of dollars to support its …

TOMS RIVER, NJ — Toms River could position itself as New Jersey’s next entertainment industry hub under a new vision put forward by council candidate Justin Moran, who is running …

Toms River, NJ – A 36-year-old Ocean County man is in custody without bail after being charged with attempted assault and flagged with an immigration detainer, jail records show. Jorge …

Toms River, NJ – A 34-year-old Ocean County man was booked Friday on domestic violence assault charges and is being held without bail, according to county inmate records. Nelson Hango-Pombosa …

Washington, D.C. – Rep. Mikie Sherrill (D-NJ) voted Friday in favor of a House resolution condemning the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, while sharply criticizing former President Donald Trump …

Cedar Swamp Road reopens after extended closure but speed limit slashed to 35 mph Jackson, NJ — Drivers heading through Cedar Swamp Road can finally breathe a sigh of relief …

Brick, NJ – Families are gearing up for one of Brick Township’s favorite fall traditions as the annual Trunk or Treat celebration returns Thursday, October 23, at the Drum Point …

NEWARK, N.J. – Summer ends on a warm note Friday before cooler air settles in across New Jersey for the final weekend of the season. Forecasters say Friday brings sunshine …

NEWARK, N.J. – Drivers face a tough Friday morning commute across New Jersey, with multiple crashes and long delays reported on major highways, bridges, and tunnels. At 8:13 a.m., a …