Toms River News

TOMS RIVER, NJ—A Toms River woman was shocked when she received a summons for court for a moving violation that she said never happened. According to a police report, the …

TOMS RIVER, NJ — Helen Solly, a beloved school crossing guard known affectionately as Mama H, has retired after 26 years of dedicated service to the Toms River community. Mama …

TOMS RIVER, NJ — A dispute involving a handgun led to the arrest of 18-year-old Asheer Johnson from Toms River on Tuesday. Toms River Police were dispatched to Oxford Street …

TOMS RIVER – A wild night out filled with karaoke turned violent for a patron of Christopher’s Pub in Toms River, following an altercation over an interaction with the bartender. …

Lithium Battery Cell Causes Fire in Empty Apartment on Success Lane TOMS RIVER, NJ – A small fire erupted in the living room of an unoccupied apartment at 411 Success …

Two Suicidal Incidents Prompt Quick Response in Toms River TOMS RIVER, NJ – Toms River Police Department swiftly responded to two separate incidents involving suicidal individuals, resulting in timely interventions …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – A domestic violence incident resulted in the arrest of Jarred Harvey in Toms River after he allegedly caused physical harm to a woman during an argument. …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Toms River Police Department has announced the return of its Junior Police Camp, a program designed to immerse local children in the world of law …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – In a proud moment for Toms River High School North, senior Carlos Estevez has been awarded a Navy ROTC Scholarship valued at $180,000. The scholarship was …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Bais Brucha congregation in Toms River celebrated a significant legal victory, concluding a three-year battle with the township. A federal judge found that Toms River …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – A Toms River family was woken up by armed intruders Saturday morning leaving a family and a community in fear. Multiple armed robbers allegedly entered a …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Less than a dozen protesters walked in front of the Toms River Red Lobster on Saturday. Red Lobster restaurants nationwide have become the focal points of …

TOMS RIVER, NJ — Detectives in Toms River are investigating after an elaborate jewelry heist worth one million dollars on Wednesday. The incident comes as the township grapples with the …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – If you ever visited the Toms River Animal Shelter, you might have noticed who is the boss at the facility. Her name is Penny, and she’s …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – In observance of Good Friday, Toms River Township has announced changes to the operational schedule of the Department of Public Works and the Recycling Convenience Center. …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Toms River Police Department announced it is actively seeking applicants for the role of Special Law Enforcement Officer Class II. This call is open to …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Law enforcement officials have announced the arrest of Quamel Benton, 35, from Farmingdale, following a spate of criminal activities across Lakewood and Toms River on March …

The Toms River Police Department has alerted residents to a flood warning issued by the National Weather Service, effective until Sunday, March 24 at 8:00 am. Anticipated rainfall of 2 …

4.8 Earthquake Shakes New Jersey Tri-State Area TRENTON, NJ—Homeowners across New Jersey and beyond are reporting a ground-shaking event that began at around 10:23 a.m. on Friday. The rolling and …

Kyle Banner, 49, of Brick Township, has been sentenced to 180 days in Ocean County Jail and placed under Parole Supervision for Life after pleading guilty to three counts of …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – A man in a white SUV who allegedly attempted to abduct a young girl in Lakewood and another in a nearby town has not yet been …

TRENTON, NJ — A critical fire weather warning has been issued across central and southern New Jersey, indicating a heightened risk of wildfires. The National Weather Service in Mount Holly …

Solar Panel Fire Contained in Pleasant Plains TOMS RIVER, NJ—Local fire departments quickly contained a fire involving solar panels on a residential property in Pleasant Plains. The incident, which took …

TOMS RIVER, NJ—Losing a business in your community is never a good thing. Once again, residents of Silverton and the greater Toms River area are without a restaurant at the …

Kayak Found Floating Near Mathis Bridge, No Victims Suspected TOMS RIVER, NJ – A motorist alerted police after spotting an upside-down kayak drifting near the Mathis Bridge. Authorities responded by …