LAKEWOOD, NJ – Dozens of Ocean County elected officials and candidates attended a gala hosted by United Ocean County PAC at Glatt Bite Kosher in Lakewood Township on Wednesday. The …
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Hill campaign low on funds, Ambrosio broke, Rodrick self-funding reports show
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonTOMS RIVER, NJ – The election between Toms River Mayor Maurice “Mo” Hill, Councilman Daniel Rodrick and political insider Geri Ambrosio might come down to who has the most money …
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Lakewood, Toms River grapple with future that includes hi-rise buildings dominating landscape
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonTOMS RIVER, NJ – Hi-rise buildings have been the topic of concern for residents in Lakewood and Toms River as officials move forward with plans to build bigger and taller …
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Brooklyn Kosher liquor store buys license in Toms River for $1.6 million, helping Mayor balance budget
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonTOMS RIVER, NJ – At Wednesday’s township council meeting, Toms River officials said they did not know the name of the business that purchased the distribution liquor license, one of …
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Toms River Mayor Hill Has Fit of Road Rage in Front of Church at Political Opponent, Teen Son
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonTOMS RIVER, NJ – Toms River Mayor Maurice “Mo” Hill was caught in a fit of road rage on Sunday after leaving services at St. Luke’s Church on Old Freehold …
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Toms River residents to foot legal bill for Mayor Hill’s failed three year pension fight, council votes
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonTOMS RIVER, NJ – Toms River Mayor Maurice “Mo” Hill’s failed pension legal battle was the matter of discussion Wednesday night at town hall at the Township Council meeting. Hill, …
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Jewish leaders in Toms River call out Mo Hill, Press Secretary for lying about endorsement of opponent
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonTOMS RIVER, NJ – Last week, Toms River Mayor Maurice “Mo” Hill issued a press release stating the Toms River Jewish Community Council (VAAD), long-time allies who helped the mayor …
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Brick Police embark on 300 mile journey to D.C. to honor fallen officers
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonBRICK, NJ – Brick Township Police Officers have started their 300-mile bike ride to Washington, DC today as part of the annual Police Unity Tour. The tour is held to …
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Beach replenishment operation in progress ahead of summer in Ortley Beach
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonORTLEY BEACH, NJ – With summer just around the corner, preparations are underway for the upcoming season at Ortley Beach. The first step is repairing the beach, and Earle Asphalt …
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New Jersey veteran based hockey team seeking new members
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonTOMS RIVER, NJ – The New Jersey Warriors ice hockey team, made up of military veterans, is inviting veterans to come out to a public skate as they seek to …
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Toms River Mayoral Candidate Involved in Hit and Run Crash in Lacey
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonTOMS RIVER, NJ – The recent past of Geraldine Ambrosio, a candidate for mayor in Toms River, is catching up to her as she makes a run for mayor in …
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Toms River Eagle Scout builds U.S. Flag Drop Box at Town Hall
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonToms River, NJ – Troop 92, the Toms River Veterans’ Commission and members of the Township Council have come together to host a dedication ceremony of a newly installed U.S. …
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NYPD arrests two for December double shooting, homicide
by Adam Devineby Adam DevineNEW YORK, NY – The New York City Police Department has arrested two individuals in connection with the shooting that took place on December 15, 2022, in front of 189 …
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Yes, unaffiliated registered voters can vote in the June Republican mayoral primary in Toms River
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonTOMS RIVER, NJ – Whether your slogan is ‘Mo Must Go’ or ‘Let’s Go Mo’, if you’re a registered voter and unaffiliated, yes, you can vote in the June 6 …
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Mayor Hill hoping to move downtown post office to build more hi-rise apartment buildings
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonTOMS RIVER, NJ – With a ten-story twin tower already in the pre-development phase of construction, Toms River Mayor Maurice “Mo” Hill is seeking to build another hi-rise apartment building …
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Mo Hill, $90k publicist under fire after ‘faith-baiting’ scheme falls short
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonTOMS RIVER, NJ – Toms River Mayor Maurice “Mo” Hill has the unwavering support of the religious bloc vote in Toms River. Members of the influential Toms River Jewish Community …
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Once quiet Lakewood country road to become a 5-lane highway, Commissioner
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonLAKEWOOD, NJ – Just days after promising to pay more attention to roadway and traffic issues in Lakewood and Jackson, Ocean County Commissioner Jack Kelly announced a major upgrade to …
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Learning Express Toys opens shop in Toms River
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonTOMS RIVER, NJ – Learning Express Toys of Toms River has officially opened its doors today at Seacourt Pavillion, 635 Bay Ave, Unit 103-7, after a successful ribbon-cutting ceremony. The …
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Mo Hill: I will do anything for votes; but I won’t do that
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonTOMS RIVER (OPINION) – Toms River Mayor Maurice “Mo” Hill has hit his limit on exactly how far he would go to accommodate his close political allies in the Orthodox …
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New traffic light goes live on Vermont Avenue near Lakewood-Toms River border
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonLAKEWOOD, NJ – A busy intersection near the border of Lakewood and Toms River that was upgraded by the county recently to include sidewalks, a crosswalk, and a traffic light …
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Selling Toms River School Property to Developer was ‘never an option’, Superintendent
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonTOMS RIVER, NJ – The land deal by the Township of Toms River to purchase a 17-acre tract of land near Silver Bay Elementary School was nothing more than a …
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Downtown night out returns this weekend to Toms River
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonTOMS RIVER, NJ – Very little good came out of the COVID-19 pandemic and lockdowns enforced by New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy. One of the few positives of the two-year-long …
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In Ocean County, what you say on social media can and will be used against you
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonLAKEWOOD, NJ – There’s a saying that suggests that a person should not say or write anything they don’t want to see the next morning on the front page of …
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Lakewood man admits to million dollar money laundering scam
Lakewood, NJ- An Ocean County resident has pleaded guilty to money laundering charges related to his involvement in a wire fraud scheme that resulted in over $1 million in losses …
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It’s a disaster: Expect to wait up to an hour for an ambulance, Toms River councilman says
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonTOMS RIVER, NJ – If you’re experiencing a critical emergency in Toms River, you probably don’t want to wait for an ambulance. You might be able to get your loved …