Ocean County News

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A New Jersey pizzeria has renamed one of its popular menu items after receiving a legal notice from attorneys representing international film star Sophia Loren, who …

MANCHESTER, NJ — The Manchester P.B.A. 246 Running Team placed first in the Police/Fire/EMS Division at the Jersey Shore Relay Marathon during this year’s RunAPalooza. The team also secured fifth …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A new soup kitchen supported by rock icon Jon Bon Jovi has ignited a political firestorm in Ocean County, where Toms River Mayor Daniel Rodrick is …

By Linda Jaworski, Pet LoverForked River, NJ — Looking to add a little excitement—and a lot of conversation—to your home? Meet Tonic, the sleek black feline with a personality as …

LAKEWOOD, NJ – Somebody stole $15 million from the Lakewood school district earlier this year, and nearly two months after the heist, the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office remains absolutely silent. …

BARNEGAT, NJ – April 5, 2025 – A troubling incident in a special education classroom has sparked an internal investigation within the Barnegat Township School District, leading to the administrative …

LAKEWOOD, NJ — A high-stakes heist has left a Lakewood electronics business in ruins after thieves broke in through the roof and made off with more than $4 million in …

JACKSON, N.J. — A young Lab/Golden Retriever/Hound mix named Sophie is now up for adoption at the Northern Ocean County Animal Facility, according to shelter staff. Sophie, who is just …

BRICK, N.J. — Brick Township will begin its annual Spring Collection of bagged leaves on Monday, April 7, with pickups scheduled according to residents’ recycling days and continuing through April …

BRICK, N.J. — Registration for Brick Township’s 2025 Recreation Summer Camp opens Monday, April 7 at 7:30 a.m., giving families the chance to enroll their children in a six-week program …

BRICK, N.J. — Registration is now open for Brick Township’s Annual Senior Prom, inviting residents aged 60 and older to attend a 1970s-themed night of music, dancing, and food on …

TRENTON, NJ – A lucky player in Ocean County has won a $1,063,710 Jersey Cash 5 jackpot, marking the 15th jackpot win of the year and the fifth time the …

TRENTON, N.J. — Electric rates in New Jersey are poised to spike by as much as 20% this summer, as Republican lawmakers tore into the Murphy administration’s energy policies during …

BRICK, N.J. — The Brick Farmers Market will return for its 11th season on Saturday, May 3, bringing back a weekly lineup of vendors, produce, and local goods at Windward …

LAKEWOOD, NJ — Lakewood Township has designated nine official locations for residents to conduct Chometz burning on Friday, April 11, between 7:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m., with local departments coordinating …

Two Lakewood Men Indicted for 2010 Toms River Murder **TOMS RIVER, NJ** – On April 2, Maurice Cole, 36, and Jerron Evans, 41, both residents of Lakewood, were indicted by …

JACKSON, N.J. — A neighborhood staple for more than four decades, Minit Stop Deli Market & Meats was recognized by the Jackson Township Council as February’s Small Business of the …

LONG BEACH ISLAND, N.J. — A young grey seal pup found entangled in fishing gear on North Beach was rescued last week and is now recovering at the Marine Mammal …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. —  Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick is asking county officials to cease and desist the transportation of homeless people from all of the state of New Jersey each …

BRICK, N.J. — A local hot dog truck is heating up the lunch scene in Ocean County with a growing reputation for delivering some of the best dirty water dogs, …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Naomi Elkins, a 27-year-old mother from Lakewood, New Jersey, has been found not guilty by reason of insanity in the tragic deaths of her two young …

BARNEGAT, NJ — The Barnegat Township Police Department officially welcomed Patrolman Stephen Adams to its ranks on Tuesday, swearing in the seasoned officer during a ceremony attended by his family, …

TRENTON, NJ — Senator Carmen Amato (R-9) on Tuesday called on Governor Phil Murphy to eliminate the 6% cap on school aid increases in the upcoming fiscal year, arguing it …

NEWARK, NJ — Four real estate investors have been sentenced in a wide-ranging conspiracy to defraud financial institutions by submitting falsified documents to secure inflated multimillion-dollar loans for commercial and …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Thousands of brightly colored eggs will carpet the grass at Castle Park on Saturday as Toms River kicks off its annual Easter Egg Hunt, hosted by …