Ocean County News

TOMS RIVER, NJ—The Toms River Police Department has announced a curfew for juveniles in the barrier island communities, including Ortley Beach and the northern beaches, effective through Labor Day. This …

SEASIDE HEIGHTS, NJ – One boy was shot, another stabbed, and mass panic ensued in four Jersey Shore towns this Memorial Day weekend. Those incidents led police to enforce curfews …

SEASIDE HEIGHTS, NJ – It was a wild start to the Memorial Day weekend after rumors and reports of shots fired on the Seaside Heights Boardwalk led to a stampede …

SEASIDE HEIGHTS, NJ – Crowds of people ran off the Seaside Heights boardwalk Saturday night after loud ‘bangs’ were heard. At first, police responded to the scene in force with …

SEASIDE HEIGHTS- Moderate to heavy crowds have descended upon the Jersey Shore and here are a few glimpses of what you will find. These reports were from NJBeachCams.com a 1:30 …

Jackson Township, NJ – Jackson Township EMS (JTEMS) and RWJ-Barnabas paramedics recently reunited with Robert, a patient they successfully resuscitated from cardiac arrest in early May 2023. The meeting took …

TOMS RIVER, NJ (update)—A deal signed between Toms River Township and the federal government under the previous administration is leading to more applications to convert and expand single-family homes into …

BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Brick Township Police Department is urging residents to celebrate Memorial Day weekend safely and responsibly. In a community-wide message, local law enforcement reminded everyone of …

Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick and the township council have hired a law firm to fight the State of New Jersey and BASF Chemical Corp, the current owner of the …

BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ — As Memorial Day weekend marks the beginning of summer at the Jersey Shore, the Brick Township Police Department is emphasizing pedestrian safety at crosswalks. Under New …

The Jackson Township PBA 168 and VFW Post #4703 are once again hosting their annual Memorial Day parade and ceremony at John F. Johnson, Jr. Memorial Park.  The parade starts …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – There was once an offshore race at the Jersey Shore called the Benihana Grand Prix. It was an annual speedboat race off the coast in the …

SEASIDE HEIGHTS, NJ — A recent study by Affinity Federal Credit Union indicates that the cost of vacationing at the Jersey Shore has increased by 7% in 2024, a notable …

UNION, NJ — Brendan Hannon, a recent graduate of Kean University, has developed a groundbreaking method to test the vulnerabilities of artificial intelligence, particularly in preventing misuse. The Toms River …

LACEY TOWNSHIP, NJ – In response to a rise in hazardous conditions and public safety concerns, the Ocean County Sheriff’s Office, in collaboration with Lacey and Ocean Township police departments, …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – The RWJBarnabas Health Arena hosted the annual Unsung Heroes event yesterday, organized by the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office. This significant event celebrates young individuals from Ocean …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – The local school district continued its Unified Sports-sponsored series of athletic events at the RWJBarnabas Health Field of Dreams yesterday. High School East students gathered for …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Toms River is seeing an increase in applications for synagogues in private residences and small land parcels after a major land use agreement signed by former …

TRENTON, NJ—A new legislative proposal, Senate Bill 3156, is generating significant debate in New Jersey. Sponsored by Senator Vin Gopal from District 11 (Monmouth) and Senator Angela V. McKnight from …

SEASIDE HEIGHTS, NJ —Following a series of injuries and fatalities linked to beach umbrella accidents, significant safety changes have been introduced at beaches in New Jersey and New York. These …

TOMS RIVER, NJ—The 2024 Ocean County Travel Guide, an essential resource for visitors and locals, has been released, offering a wealth of information on the area’s attractions. Frank Sadeghi, Ocean …

Jackson, NJ—A grant from Jackson’s Clean Communities program helped a local organization clear hundreds of trash bags of litter from the city’s roadways this weekend. New Jersey Clean Communities is …

Beach badges are now available for purchase in Toms River.  These badges give residents and visitors access to Ortley Beach and Shelter Cove. Badges are on sale for $50 for …

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Chants of USA, waving Israeli flags and American flags, bring them home, and loud music drove away a pro-Palestine protest at a veterans war memorial in …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – As part of the 50th anniversary of EMS Week, which runs from May 19 to May 26, the Toms River Police Department is extending a special …