Toms River News

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — All lanes on Route 37 in Toms River are back open after a large sinkhole forced emergency repairs near the intersection of Oak Ridge Parkway on …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A decision by Ocean County officials to host a pop-up café operated by Jon Bon Jovi’s JBJ Soul Kitchen inside the Ocean County Library has ignited …

WASHINGTON — A federal grand jury has indicted Abrego Garcia for his alleged role in a transnational human smuggling network that trafficked thousands of migrants — including women and children …

HOWELL, N.J. — Police are investigating the shooting death of a local man found inside a vehicle on White Street early Thursday morning, according to the Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office. …

JACKSON, N.J. — A Jackson teen who has dedicated nearly a decade to public safety education and K-9 advocacy will receive the Girl Scouts of the USA’s highest honor this …

BARNEGAT, NJ — Police have confirmed that no abduction took place following reports of a possible incident just before midnight on June 5. The Barnegat Township Police Department announced Thursday …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A Monmouth Beach man has been charged with attempted murder after police say he repeatedly stabbed another man during a fight outside a residence in the …

The Ocean County Library in Toms River, once a cherished sanctuary for learning and research, has become a shadow of its former self. County officials, in their decision to allow …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Did you know it’s illegal to move homeless individuals from one municipality or county to another in New Jersey without formal approval? A growing controversy in …

TRENTON, N.J. — While New Jersey enforces hundreds of conventional laws, the Garden State also holds a surprising number of peculiar and often overlooked regulations that remain active today. In …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – June 6, 2025 – It’s National Donut Day, and Ocean County is ready to indulge in some of the sweetest, most delectable treats around. From innovative …

TRENTON, NJ – Since its implementation on May 4, 2022, New Jersey’s “Get Past Plastic” law has been hailed by some as a bold step toward environmental protection, but for …

TRENTON, N.J. — Gov. Phil Murphy’s administration is proposing a $430 million plan to issue utility bill credits to New Jersey residents, but the timing and approval process have drawn …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Toms River Councilman James Quinlisk is disputing a 2002 police report that accused him of assaulting a woman at the business of his former partner during …

Man found dead in Howell after SWAT operation prompts dual investigation HOWELL, N.J. — Authorities are investigating the death of a man found Thursday morning near the 170 block of …

Unmitigated disaster: Spadea slams Trump tariffs, blaming President for New Jersey’s woes. TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey GOP gubernatorial candidate Bill Spadea publicly criticized former President Donald Trump’s tariff policy …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Republican gubernatorial candidate Bill Spadea has claimed a surge in donations following former President Donald Trump’s May 12 endorsement of his primary opponent, Jack Ciattarelli. But …

SOUTH SEASIDE PARK, N.J. — Chef Mike Jurusz, longtime operator of the Atlantic Bar & Grill, announced this week that the popular waterfront restaurant will shut its doors at the …

MIDDLETOWN, N.J. — A controversial bumper sticker referencing a coded message calling for harm to President Donald Trump was photographed on a vehicle in the staff parking lot of Middletown …

If taxing fun is your main concern, then New Jersey isn’t the state for you. TRENTON, N.J. — Governor Phil Murphy is facing renewed opposition from Republican lawmakers over a …

EVESHAM, N.J. — Authorities are investigating two separate incidents of lewdness at a Marshalls retail store in Evesham Township after a man reportedly exposed himself to multiple customers, including a …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Mayor Daniel Rodrick is pleased to announce that Toms River will meet its fourth round of the state’s affordable housing obligation without committing to any additional …

New Jersey finally has some true equity and and equality. A massive energy rate hike is affecting all residents the same, no matter what their religion, race, gender, sexual preference …

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — A Pleasantville man has been arrested in connection with the theft of musical instruments belonging to members of the rock band Heart following a concert at …

TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey residents can expect warm and partly sunny conditions Thursday before increasing chances of showers and thunderstorms move into the region heading into the weekend. Today, …