Crime Spree Ends in Guilty Pleas for Toms River Woman

Olivia Paige, 35, of Toms River, entered guilty pleas for Robbery, Possession of Cocaine, and Aggravated Assault, tied to distinct incidents in Lakewood Township and Brick Township. The pledging of guilt, officially…

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Major Drug and Gun Trafficking Operation Busted in Ocean County

OCEAN COUNTY, NJ — A comprehensive four-month investigation led by the Narcotics Strike Force, alongside the United States Drug Enforcement Administration – High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas-Monmouth/Ocean Post of Duty (HIDTA/MOPOD) Group…

Fugitive Armed Drug Dealer Captured by U.S. Marshals in Toms River

TOMS RIVER, NJ — The Ocean County Sheriff’s Department, along with the U.S. Marshals, arrested Jahquel Archer, 25, of Jackson on charges of drug possession and possessing a weapon with a high-capacity…

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Toms River Woman Shocked by Court Summons for Ticket She Never Got

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 woman, whose…

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New Jersey’s First Openly Gay Wrestler Gets 30 Years in Prison for Lewd Images with Children

BRICK, NJ – Alec Donovan, a 26-year-old from Brick Township and a youth wrestling coach and referee, has been sentenced to 30 years of federal supervision following his release from prison. U.S.…

Former Toms River Teacher Receives Jail Sentence for Child Endangerment

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 Endangering the…

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New Jersey Firefighter Engulfed in Flames During House Fire Saturday Night

Brick Township, NJ – A house fire in Brick Township called firefighters to action just after 11:45 PM, with initial reports indicating flames emanating from a garage. Upon arrival, police confirmed the…

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These Places Have the Best Hot Dogs in Ocean County

TOMS RIVER, NJ – In the media, we always are interested in finding the best food spots in the area, but usually, when it comes to ‘best of’ lists, it’s usually best…

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Asbury Park Man Extradited to New Jersey on Murder Charge

Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer has confirmed the extradition of Eric Manzanares, 24, from Asbury Park, from Prince William County, Virginia, back to Ocean County, New Jersey. The extradition is in…

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Point Pleasant Borough Man Faces Attempted Murder Charge

POINT PLEASANT BOROUGH, NJ — Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced the charge of Attempted Murder against Juan Santiago-Rojas, 31, of Point Pleasant Borough. The charge, announced on January 22, 2024,…

Ocean County Man Admits to Drug Trafficking and Illegal Firearm Possession

BRICK, NJ – Henry Burns, a 56-year-old resident of Brick Township, entered a guilty plea on January 22, 2024, for major drug offenses and illegal weapon possession. This plea was made before…

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Delayed Openings in Ocean County Schools Due to Weather

OCEAN COUNTY, NJ — Several school districts in Ocean County have announced delayed openings for Tuesday, January 16th, due to the overnight snow and freezing rain. Parents, students, and staff are advised…

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Brielle Police Officer Charged with Computer Theft

FREEHOLD, NJ – Brian M. Dreher, a 37-year-old Brielle police officer from Brick Township, has been charged with third-degree Computer Theft. Announced on Friday by Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago, the…

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Women Shine in Ocean County Politics Taking Key Positions in Local Governments

BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ – In a landmark event for Brick Township, Lisa Crate was sworn in as the first female mayor in the municipality’s nearly 174-year history. The annual Reorganization Meeting of…

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Fire That Gutted Lakewood Home Sparked by Menorah

LAKEWOOD, NJ – A menorah is cited as the cause of a significant blaze that ravaged a residence in Lakewood’s Raintree neighborhood on Thursday evening. Firefighters responded to the scene shortly after…

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Ocean County Woman Faces Charges for Embezzling $95,000 From Business

FREEHOLD, NJ — Dina M. Mulleano, 49, of Brick Township, has been charged with second-degree theft by deception, as announced by Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago. The charge follows an investigation…

Eatontown Woman Sentenced to State Prison for Vehicular Homicide

OCEAN COUNTY, NJ – Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced that Ashley Watkins, 32, of Eatontown, has been sentenced to five years in New Jersey State Prison for vehicular homicide. The…

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Eatontown Woman Sentenced for Vehicular Homicide

OCEAN COUNTY, NJ – On last Friday, Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced the sentencing of Ashley Watkins, 32, of Eatontown, to five years in New Jersey State Prison for vehicular…

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Burglary Suspect Apprehended After Kentwood Village Apartment Break-In

BRICK, NJ – On November 14th, the local police responded to a burglary at the Kentwood Village Apartments. The tenant, monitoring through a security camera while away, reported a male intruder in…

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Toms River Teacher Loses Job, Pleads Guilty to Inappropriate Relationship with Student

TOMS RIVER, NJ – A local teacher, Kyle Banner, entered a guilty plea to multiple charges of endangering the welfare of a child, the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office stated. The admission took…

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Crime Spree Ends in Guilty Pleas for Toms River Woman

Major Drug and Gun Trafficking Operation Busted in Ocean County

Fugitive Armed Drug Dealer Captured by U.S. Marshals in Toms River

Toms River Woman Shocked by Court Summons for Ticket She Never Got

New Jersey’s First Openly Gay Wrestler Gets 30 Years in Prison for Lewd Images with Children

Former Toms River Teacher Receives Jail Sentence for Child Endangerment

New Jersey Firefighter Engulfed in Flames During House Fire Saturday Night

These Places Have the Best Hot Dogs in Ocean County

Asbury Park Man Extradited to New Jersey on Murder Charge

Point Pleasant Borough Man Faces Attempted Murder Charge

Ocean County Man Admits to Drug Trafficking and Illegal Firearm Possession

Delayed Openings in Ocean County Schools Due to Weather

Brielle Police Officer Charged with Computer Theft

Women Shine in Ocean County Politics Taking Key Positions in Local Governments

Fire That Gutted Lakewood Home Sparked by Menorah

Ocean County Woman Faces Charges for Embezzling $95,000 From Business

Eatontown Woman Sentenced to State Prison for Vehicular Homicide

Eatontown Woman Sentenced for Vehicular Homicide

Burglary Suspect Apprehended After Kentwood Village Apartment Break-In

Toms River Teacher Loses Job, Pleads Guilty to Inappropriate Relationship with Student

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