Ocean County News

TRENTON, NJ — A single ticket sold at a convenience store in Ocean County has won the $32 million Pick-6 jackpot, the New Jersey Lottery confirmed Tuesday, making it the …

MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ — Authorities in Manchester Township have issued a warning about a potentially rabid fox sighted in several residential areas, with multiple minor injuries reported. According to Manchester …

TOMS RIVER, NJ — A 20-year-old Toms River resident has pled guilty to aggravated assault and possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose in connection with a shooting that …

JACKSON, NJ — Beloved Japanese restaurant Koto Sushi Hibachi will close its doors for good on January 26, marking the end of 17 years in the Jackson Crossings Plaza on …

MIDDLESEX, N.J. — A man has been taken into custody and charged with multiple offenses, including aggravated assault and unlawful possession of a weapon, according to official records. The incident …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Authorities have arrested Paola I. Cabrera-Delapaz, 36, on charges related to her alleged role as the leader of an organized retail theft enterprise. Cabrera-Delapaz is facing …

FREEHOLD TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A motor vehicle crash involving a downed utility pole and wires has closed Jackson Mills Road in both directions from Georgia Road to Farmingdale Road, according …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Wady A. Lopez-Florentino, 35, was arrested on January 18, 2025, in Ocean County on multiple charges, including shoplifting, resisting arrest, and obstructing the administration of law. …

TOMS RIVER, NJ — A fire broke out Wednesday morning at Tri City Plaza shopping center on Route 9, prompting a swift response from the Pleasant Plains Fire Department and …

TOMS RIVER, NJ — A Manchester Township man has been sentenced to 18 years in New Jersey State Prison for the attempted murder of a woman in a 2023 stabbing …

CASSVILLE, N.J. — Fire crews from Cassville Volunteer Fire Company #1 and Whitesville Volunteer Fire Department quickly responded to a fire involving two outbuildings behind a residence on Tuesday evening, …

LITTLE EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A two-month investigation into narcotics distribution led to the arrest of a Little Egg Harbor Township man on numerous weapons and drug charges, Ocean …

TRENTON, N.J. — Environmental leaders across New Jersey are speaking out against a series of anti-offshore wind energy rallies planned for this weekend, criticizing them as coordinated efforts backed by …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — As winter temperatures drop, the Toms River Bureau of Fire Prevention is warning residents about the dangers of walking on frozen bodies of water, emphasizing that …

JACKSON, NJ – Democrat candidate for Governor Josh Gottheimer has announced the hiring of Tzvi Herman, a controversial former Ocean County Republican political operative who jumped ship to the Democrat …

TOMS RIVER, NJ — A 67-year-old woman was fatally struck by a car while crossing Route 166 on Sunday evening, police confirmed. Cynthia Ryder was crossing the highway near 1055 …

BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ — Mayor Lisa Crate joined Council Vice President Vince Minichino, Councilwoman Heather deJong, and Councilman Steve Feinman on Wednesday to celebrate the grand opening of Palms Hair …

BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ — A routine traffic stop conducted by the Brick Township Police Street Crimes Unit on January 8 uncovered drugs, a defaced firearm, and other evidence, leading to …

FORKED RIVER, NJ — Rascal, a six-year-old cat with a gentle heart, is back at the Associated Humane Popcorn Park Shelter after losing his loving owner. Adopted in 2019, Rascal …

TOMS RIVER, NJ — The Toms River Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a truck and its driver connected to two attempted break-ins at local businesses. …

TRENTON, NJ — A $5 Jersey Jackpot! Fast Play Progressive ticket sold in Toms River has earned one New Jersey lottery player a prize of $67,372. The winning ticket, representing …

New Jersey is experiencing a chilly but relatively typical stretch of winter weather for mid-January. Today brings mostly sunny skies with a high near 43°F, accompanied by a light west …

TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey commuters faced several disruptions this morning with multiple traffic incidents and delays reported across key roadways. As of 8:19 a.m., a disabled bus blocked the …

BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ — The Brick Township Police Department has announced the promotion of Detective Ryan Talty to the rank of sergeant, recognizing his exceptional service and leadership within the …

TOMS RIVER, NJ — The family of a missing Toms River man is asking for the public’s assistance in locating him after his car was found abandoned at Shelter Cove. …