Jackson United Methodist Church Participates in Operation Christmas Child

Parishioners from the Jackson United Methodist Church packed shoeboxes full of presents for children for Operation: Christmas Child. The project is the brainchild of Samaritan’s Purse, a faith-based charities that help families…

Man Killed on Christmas Day Struck by Transit Bus Driver, No Charges Yet

by Al DellaFave, OCPO TOMS RIVER-Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato and Toms River Township Police Chief Mitch Little today announced the following investigation update regarding the Christmas Day pedestrian death of…

Jackson K-9 Valor Charity Helps Fire Department After Thief Stole Christmas Tree Funds

by Phil Stilton SPRING LAKE HEIGHTS-This weekend, a thief walked off with $1,000 of Christmas Tree sales raised through a tree sale fundraiser by the Independent Fire Company. Today, there has been…

Christmas Trees to be Used for Dune Building in Ortley Beach

Toms River Township is asking residents to bring their Christmas trees to Ortley Beach to help rebuild the sand dunes there. Between now and February 1, 2016, Christmas trees may be brought…

3 Arrests in Christmas Eve Slaying

Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato and Lakewood Township Police Chief Robert Lawson announced Tuesday arrests in the death of Miguel Rivera of Lakewood, found dead in his home on Christmas Eve.…

Christmas Tree Recycling Available at County Parks

TOMS RIVER – Christmas tress can be dropped off at many Ocean County Parks for recycling through the end of January. “For many years now, we have accepted discarded Christmas trees for…

Police Arrest Disorderly Bayville Man on Christmas Day

BERKELEY-On December 25th 2014 at 2:30 p.m. Patrolmen Al Foca and Ptl. D.J. Williams observed an intoxicated male staggering down Frederick Drive near Route 9. The officer stopped male, identified as Michael…

You Wouldn't Believe What Grandma Does With Her Iphone on Christmas Day

Grandma receives a sweet present from her family when she opens an Apple iPhone box. “I have a land line,” she told the family, not quite ready for the modern age.…

Viral Christmas Beggar to the Liquor Store Video Creator Fights Off Fake Claims

RT-It was the story that melted the hearts of millions on Christmas eve – when a homeless man called Thomas suddenly received 100 dollars from a stranger. After pocketing the money, the…

Fundraiser for Woman Who Lost Pets, Home in Christmas Day Fire

TOMS RIVER-On Christmas Day, Marie Skelson lost her home and her beloved pets in a fire at home here. Friends and family members have set up a fund to help Skelson on…

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Texas triple homicide suspect accused of killing parents, grandmother in Alton

ALTON, TX – A 19-year-old man is accused of killing his father, mother, and grandmother and attempting to kill his brother in a shooting Tuesday night that unfolded inside a home in…

Kansas driver convicted of murder after fatal 130 mph crash and flight to Mexico

KANSAS CITY, KS – A Kansas man has been convicted of second-degree murder after prosecutors said he drove more than 130 mph while intoxicated and crashed into a 75-year-old driver, later fleeing…

Maryland relatives stunned by $100K scratch off win

Baltimore family duo unwraps $100K lottery surprise months after Christmas BALTIMORE, MD — A Baltimore pair who exchange scratch-off tickets as gifts for each other got the surprise of their lives when…

Firefighters in turnout gear practice a rescue drill, stabilizing a tall ladder against a building.

Toms River Teacher Juggles Motherhood, Classroom, and Volunteer Firefighting Role

TOMS RIVER, NJ — Answering emergency calls while raising two young children and teaching advanced math, Erin Seneca has built a life around service in multiple forms. The Toms River resident joined…

Reese’s real chocolate return by 2027 sparks strong reaction from New Jersey fans

Trenton, NJ – Hershey’s plan to restore real chocolate in all Reese’s products by 2027 is drawing strong reactions from New Jersey fans, where the candy remains one of the state’s top…

Maryland couple stuns themselves with $50K lottery win after double check

Scratch off regulars strike $50K surprise after Powerball try Gaithersburg, MD — A Montgomery County couple who usually stick to scratch-off tickets found themselves celebrating a $50,000 Powerball win after deciding to…

FedEx driver pleads guilty in Texas killing of 7-year-old, jury to decide death penalty

A sudden courtroom plea shifts focus to punishment as jurors hear graphic evidence. WISE COUNTY, TX – A delivery driver admitted in court Tuesday to killing 7-year-old Athena Strand, bringing a swift…

Philadelphia fire lawsuit dismissed against city over lack of specific policy claims

A federal judge rules plaintiffs failed to meet legal standard for municipal liability. Philadelphia, PA – A federal judge has dismissed the remaining claim against the City of Philadelphia in a lawsuit…

Federal judge dismisses Philadelphia from lawsuit over deadly PHA apartment fire

A ruling this week ended the last remaining claim against the City of Philadelphia in litigation tied to a fire that killed 12 people in a public housing building. Philadelphia, PA –…

Wilmington teen charged in Claymont gunpoint robbery

Teen arrested in armed robbery at Claymont pharmacy months after holdup CLAYMONT, DE — A 16-year-old Wilmington teen already in custody on unrelated charges has now been charged in connection with an…

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