Ocean County News

MANCHESTER, N.J. — The 12th annual Penguin Plunge at Harry Wright Lake brought together Manchester police officers, school district staff, and community members for a fundraising event this past weekend. …

If you find yourself in Ocean County, New Jersey, with a craving for the perfect taco, you’re in luck. This region boasts an array of taquerias and Mexican eateries serving …

BERKELEY TOWNSHIP, N.J. – A husband and wife were critically injured in a shooting Monday afternoon after their next-door neighbor opened fire before taking his own life, authorities said. Police …

BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Ocean County officials have activated a Tier 2 response following a spike in overdoses reported on Saturday, March 8, authorities said. The response level was raised …

WARETOWN, N.J. — Three Ocean County residents have been charged with narcotics offenses following a month-long investigation into drug distribution, authorities said. Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced that …

TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey’s policy of concealing the immigration status of illegal aliens charged with violent crimes is a disservice to its residents, a betrayal of public trust, and …

SOUTH TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A South Toms River man has been charged with murder after authorities say he killed his wife in their home Saturday night. Gustavo Juarez-Perez, 38, …

FORKED RIVER, N.J. — A distressed deer suffering from a suspected fibroma was rescued after concerned residents alerted the Associated Humane Societies/Popcorn Park Shelter. Shirley and Dan Costello of Heritage …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — An unlicensed teenager driving a BMW at 118 mph faces two counts of aggravated manslaughter after crashing into another vehicle at an intersection late Friday night, …

JACKSON, N.J. — A highway in Jackson Township will be dedicated in honor of Officer Robert “Robbie” Ventura, who died in the line of duty on March 18, 2001. The …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A juvenile driver is facing charges after a high-speed crash Friday night resulted in the deaths of two people and left two others critically injured, according …

Eight-Vehicle Crash in Lakewood Investigated **Lakewood, NJ** – On March 7, 2025, at approximately 5:50 a.m., a multiple-vehicle crash occurred on Route 70 and Airport Road. Officers from the Lakewood …

BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A section of Princeton Avenue will be closed to all traffic for up to 14 working days starting on or about March 10, 2025, due to …

JACKSON, N.J. — The Jackson Liberty High School cheerleading team secured the state championship title on February 23, 2025, while also earning the prestigious Sportsmanship Award. A week later, the …

BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A pickup truck collided with a Brick Township Public Schools bus Thursday morning after following too closely, causing a rear-end crash, police said. The incident occurred …

New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy has made headlines with his aggressive legal battles against the federal government, particularly over the Department of Government Efficiency (D.O.G.E.) and its proposed cuts to …

LAKEWOOD, N.J. — A serious accident occurred early Friday morning when a vehicle traveling the wrong way on State Highway 70 West crashed into multiple vehicles, leading to a fiery …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – A 67-year-old Berkeley Township man, David Taber, was found guilty of criminal sexual contact on March 5, 2025, following a nearly week-long jury trial in Ocean …

NEW YORK — New York City will not honor a federal immigration detainer for a migrant who set a woman on fire aboard a subway train, the federal government is …

JACKSON, N.J. – Jackson Township is in the process of updating its parking ordinances to emphasis its no parking policy on grass medians throughout the community.  According to Jackson Township …

BRICK, N.J. — The Crate Team for Brick has announced its Democratic candidates for the upcoming municipal election, with Mayor Lisa Crate and Councilwoman Heather deJong seeking re-election alongside council …

Toms River, NJ, boasts a diverse and vibrant food scene, offering everything from indulgent Italian classics to creative sushi rolls and award-winning breakfast plates. Whether you’re in the mood for …

JACKSON, N.J. — The Jackson Township Council recognized Innovative Martial Arts as its Small Business of the Month for January 2025, highlighting the school’s contributions to the community. Councilman Giuseppe …

LAKEWOOD, N.J. — A long-debated circular clearing in the woods near Lakewood Airport has been debated by man for years. People who see the circle on Google Maps are often …

BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Residents will have the opportunity to meet and engage with local police officers during the Brick Township Police Department’s “Coffee with a Cop” event on March …