Toms River News

OCEAN COUNTY, NJ—The First-Time Homebuyers Program in Ocean County has successfully assisted 585 families in achieving their home ownership dreams, according to the Ocean County Board of Commissioners. This initiative, …

HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, NJ – In the early hours of Memorial Day, a Toms River man was arrested by the Hasbrouck Heights Police, with assistance from several other law enforcement agencies, …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Mayor Dan Rodrick expressed his gratitude to volunteers this weekend for their efforts in maintaining local community spaces. SFC James E. Long and students from Toms …

TOMS RIVER, NJ — The Toms River Police Department has reported a series of vehicle burglaries occurring between January and April in the North Dover area. Several credit cards were …

TOMS RIVER, NJ—Mayor Rodrick joined forces with the American Legion, service members from all military branches, the Toms River Police Department, and the Township Council to commemorate the 90th Annual …

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 …

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 …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – With Memorial Day weekend approaching, the Toms River Bureau of Fire Prevention shares crucial grilling and smoking safety tips to ensure a safe holiday celebration. Firstly, …

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 …

TRENTON, NJ — Senator Raj Mukherji has introduced legislation aimed at establishing rehabilitative release options for certain aging incarcerated individuals in New Jersey. The proposed bill, currently in the 2024-2025 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

TOMS RIVER, NJ (UPDATE) – The Toms River Township Council has voted on the first reading to move the 2024 township municipal budget on first reading. That budget delivers a …

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 …

Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick and the township council invite the public to come out to honor the sacrifices of America’s fallen servicemembers and to celebrate the freedom they gave …

TOMS RIVER, NJ—This past Saturday, American Legion Post 129 hosted a Military Ball at High School North to celebrate the year’s end. The event honored military service and highlighted the …

LONG BRANCH, NJ—District athletes recently displayed their skills at the Special Olympics Area 6 competition on Wednesday. Hosted at Long Branch High School, the event was organized by the TRRS …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Toms River Township thanked the volunteers who care for plants that make up the dune flowers, an important part of the beachfront eco system. In Ortley …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Facing across-the-board salary increases, double-digit increases in healthcare costs, global inflation, and the end of the American Rescue Plan’s federal funding, Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick …

TOMS RIVER, NJ—In a heartwarming display of intergenerational unity, students from Toms River High School North recently visited the Toms River Senior Center to celebrate Older Americans Month. The visit …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – An exciting event is on the horizon for the special needs community in Toms River as the first-ever high school kickball game for special needs students …

TOMS RIVER, NJ — Early Wednesday morning, a crash occurred on the Garden State Parkway southbound, just north of the Toms River Toll Plaza. The accident has resulted in the …