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PENNSAUKEN, N.J. — FlavorFest 2025, the annual food and beer tasting fundraiser for Big Brothers Big Sisters Independence (BBBSI), is set to take place Wednesday at Double Nickel Brewing Co., …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — If you live in Toms River, you’re not going to have to worry about your municipal taxes increasing this year. Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick announced …

MANAHAWKIN, N.J. — A lovable four-year-old dog with an unforgettable name is turning heads at the Southern Ocean County Animal Shelter, where staff say he’s ready to find a forever …

BROOKLYN PARK, MD — A 47-year-old man was arrested early Tuesday morning after allegedly firing a shotgun into the air behind a residence in Brooklyn Park, prompting a large police …

The Jackson Township and police department email and computer services have been restored. Please note that any emails sent to the township from Sunday through Wednesday did not go through. …

BERKELEY TWP., N.J. — Officials have announced new speed limits now in effect along County Road #91 — also known as Grand Central Parkway, Pinewald Road, Surf Avenue, and Admiral …

JACKSON, NJ — Jackson Township is gearing up for its annual Jackson Day celebration, and this year’s event will feature a special nod to the town’s amusement park legacy: a …

WALL TWP., N.J. — Wall Township emergency services deployed multiple units to assist with firefighting efforts in Ocean County on Tuesday as a massive wildfire near Jones Road threatened neighborhoods …

OCEAN COUNTY, N.J. — All power has been restored to customers affected by the Jones Road Wildfire, one of New Jersey’s largest blazes in two decades, according to an update …

MIDDLE RIVER, MD — The Maryland Natural Resources Police are searching for the owner of a dinghy found Thursday morning along the Wilson Point shoreline in Middle River. The small …

TOMS RIVER, NJ — In celebration of Earth Day, Toms River Township and Sustainable Toms River will host a community tree planting event on Friday, April 25, 2025, at 3:00 …

WALL TWP., NJ — Chief O’Halloran of the Wall Township Police Department met with residents of the Four Seasons community last week to review recent crime trends, share departmental updates, …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick announced that municipal property taxes will remain flat this year, crediting deep payroll cuts and a rollback of major development plans …

Cranford’s Annual Kids Fishing Derby Hooks Community CRANFORD, NJ — The Cranford Police Department celebrated its 3rd Annual Cops & Bobbers Kids Fishing Derby with local children and officers gathering …

BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — The Brick Township Teen Center has officially reopened at the Civic Plaza, welcoming students in grades 6 through 12 to a newly re-imagined facility packed with …

JACKSON, NJ — A 12-year-old Border Collie mix named Tommy is waiting for help at the Northern Ocean County Animal Facility after his owner passed away, and volunteers are seeking …

Oh, the memories of being a kid in the ‘70s or ‘80s, waiting for that familiar rumble of the Charles Chips truck rolling down the street. The anticipation was electric—somewhere …

JACKSON, NJ — Volunteers across the Barnegat Bay Watershed will take to streets, parks, and shorelines Thursday for the Barnegat Bay Blitz, an annual large-scale litter cleanup aimed at protecting …

STAFFORD COUNTY, VA — Buc-ee’s, the Texas-based travel center chain known for its massive stores and clean restrooms, is pushing forward with plans to open a new location in Stafford …

OCEAN CITY, MD — Raymond J. Austin has been named the next Chief of Police for the Ocean City Police Department, town officials announced Monday. A veteran law enforcement officer …

WALL TOWNSHIP, NJ — The Wall Township Police Department teamed up with the Glendola Fire Department this past weekend to help the Easter Bunny complete a busy schedule of community …

BEACHWOOD, NJ — The Beachwood Police Department announced that a new full four-way stop will be implemented at the intersection of Ocean Avenue and Chestnut Street starting Wednesday, April 16. …

MANCHESTER, NJ — Mayor Joseph T. Hankins has officially proclaimed April 13–19, 2025, as National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week in Manchester Township, recognizing the critical role of telecommunications personnel who …

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Will Jackson Liberty High School retain its name and mascot when it merges with Jackson Memorial High School in September? Will the new high school merger …

JACKSON, NJ – If you have brush and bulk items to get rid, now is the time, as the Jackson Township Department of Public Works is in full spring swing …