Ocean County Election Computer Network Free of Vulnerabilities

Government News·New Jersey News·Ocean County News·Politics

TOMS RIVER – With the state Gubernatorial Election just days away, Ocean County is making certain its computer network is secure from cyber compromise for the upcoming election. “The Ocean County Clerk…

November 3, 2017

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Interchange 58 Park-n-Ride Facility to Go Out to Bid

Government News·New Jersey News·Ocean County News·Politics

SOUTHERN OCEAN COUNTY commuters will be able to enjoy a new Park-N-Ride facility at Interchange 58 of the Garden State Parkway by late Spring of 2018. “Today, the Ocean County Board of…

November 3, 2017

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Voters Who Can’t Make it to the Polls Have Convenient Options in Ocean County

Community News·Government News·Ocean County News·Politics

THE OCEAN COUNTY Clerk’s Office and the Ocean County Board of Elections are offering extended office hours to registered voters who will not be able to go to the polls on Tuesday,…

October 30, 2017

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See where 2 new Kirkland’s stores are set to open this weekend

Business News·Community News

Need to spice up the inside (or outside) of your Jersey Shore home? Homeowners in Monmouth County are in luck as two new options are set to open. Kirkland’s, a national home…

October 26, 2017

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Ocean County Raises Awareness for Women’s Health

Community News·Government News·New Jersey News·Ocean County News

TOMS RIVER – Women’s Health Month is being celebrated around Ocean County to encourage women to put their well-being first and take care of their health. The Ocean County Board of Chosen…

October 20, 2017

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Prescription Take Back Day Scheduled for Oct. 28

Community News·Jersey Shore News·New Jersey News·Ocean County News

TOMS RIVER – Ocean County is encouraging residents to take part in “National Prescription Take Back Day” on Oct. 28 to dispose of unused and outdated medications to help prevent prescription drug…

October 20, 2017

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Family Dog Found Alive After Scheduled Euthanization 5 Months Later

Police Blotter

HOWELL — The family dog that was supposed to be euthanized at a veterinary hospital in May, but was instead discovered still alive Monday did not appear neglected over the past five…

October 20, 2017

1 min read

Steps to Fund Performing Arts Academy Building Taken by Ocean County

Community News·Ocean County News·School and Education News

TOMS RIVER – Noting that Ocean County students will be the beneficiaries of a new building to house the Ocean County Vocational Technical Schools Performing Arts Academy that will be located on…

October 13, 2017

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Ocean County Phases in Energy Audit Recommendations

Community News·Government News·New Jersey News·Ocean County News

TOMS RIVER – From the installation of a high-tech heat and power fuel cell to replacing lighting systems and upgrading existing heating and air conditioning systems, Ocean County is moving ahead with…

October 13, 2017

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Honoring Prosecutor Coronato

Ocean County News

A host of elected officials along with students gathered at the Ocean County Library, Toms River, on Oct. 6 as Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato was honored with the New Jersey…

October 13, 2017

1 min read

Photos: Vicari, Leone on Hand as Brick Township Hosts Columbus Day Ceremony

Community News

BRICK-Mayor John Ducey and the township council hosted Ocean County Freeholder Joseph Vicari and Ocean County’s Columbus Day Grand Marshall, Judi Leone. Judi and her husband Stephan, who is a Former Grand…

October 10, 2017

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Toms River Regional Schools Celebrates Maker Movement

In the News

Volunteers and Platinum Sponsors Jay and Linda Grunin Foundation help create third free Jersey Shore Makerfest for educators and community members from around region The community is invited to attend the third…

October 6, 2017

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MATES Students Clear Barnegat Bay of Abandoned Traps, Fishing Gear

Community News·School and Education News

The first day of Fall provided a picture perfect back drop for Ocean County Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari, to join with Nina Anuario, President of the Ocean County Vocational Technical Board…

October 4, 2017

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Bail Reform Report: More than Half of Suspects Requested to be Detained by Prosecutor’s Office Released by Judge During Pretrial Hearing

Monmouth County News·Police Blotter

FREEHOLD – The Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office has compiled statistics for the first nine months of the 2017 calendar year relating to the Bail Reform and Speedy Trial Act that went into…

October 4, 2017

1 min read

Women’s Commission Celebrates 40th Year

Community News

From raising awareness through programs on sexual assault to recognizing the many contributions of women throughout history, the Ocean County Advisory Commission on the Status of Women turns 40 this year. “For…

October 4, 2017

1 min read

Ocean County College to be Home of New Performing Arts Academy

Community News

Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari was among the dignitaries attending the official announcement of a new performing arts academy on the Ocean County College Toms River campus. The result of a partnership…

October 4, 2017

1 min read

Ocean County Airport Plans for Future; Meeting Aviation and Safety Needs

Community News·Ocean County News

TOMS RIVER – Ocean County Airport located off Route 530 in Berkeley Township has undergone numerous improvements since first being constructed in the 1960s. However, it’s focus remains the same, according to…

October 4, 2017

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Fall A Great Season to Walk in the Park

Community News·Ocean County News

COOLER temperatures, clear, crisp days and leaves changing colors – the Fall season is just the perfect time of year to see Ocean County Parks at their finest. “Our parks have beautiful…

October 4, 2017

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Memorial Dedicated to Fallen Firefighters Unveiled in Howell Township

Community News·Police Blotter

The Fallen Firefighters Memorial was dedicated at the Monmouth County Fire Academy in Howell on Sunday morning during a moving ceremony that commemorated the courage of the 47 heroes who made the…

October 3, 2017

1 min read

Man Who Sexually Assaulted Child Won’t Be Out of Prison Until he’s 82

Community News·Police Blotter

FREEHOLD – A Lake Como man was sentenced Friday to 25 years in a New Jersey state prison for the repeated sexual assaults of a 7-year old girl. The defendant was sentenced…

October 2, 2017

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