Jackson Township man pleads guilty to assault and weapon charges in two incidents

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Charles Sharkey Jr., 35, of Jackson Township, pleaded guilty to aggravated assault, driving while intoxicated, and illegal possession of a firearm in connection with two separate incidents earlier…

Jackson Township Has a Special U.S. Census Designated Place and It’s Not What You Think

JACKSON, NJ – The federal government has carved out a piece of Jackson Township to give it some special attention when it comes to the U.S. Census. You might think it would…

Jackson Township Man Sentenced to Five Years for Distributing Lewd Images of Children

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A Jackson Township man has been sentenced to five years in New Jersey State Prison for distributing lewd images of children, according to the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office.…

Looking for Trump Signs in Jackson Township? Here’s How to Get One for Free

JACKSON, NJ – On Wednesday night, nearly two hundred residents came out to meet the local Jackson Township Republicans at their monthly meeting at the VFW hall on Magnolia Drive. During the…

Jackson Township to Host 16th Annual Wounded Warrior Event on October 12

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — The 16th Annual Wounded Warrior parade and escort, a cherished event in Jackson Township, will take place on Saturday, October 12, 2024. The event, organized by Mayor Mike…

Elanor Hannum Files $250,000 Lawsuit Against Jackson Township After Town Meeting Outburst

Jackson, NJ— A Jackson Township woman is suing the town for $250,000 after police removed her during an incident at a town hall meeting in Februrary. Elenor M. Hannum, 60, a local…

Jackson Township Partners with EMEX to Secure Competitive Electricity Rates

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, August 16, 2024 – Jackson Township has successfully renewed its Main Load Electricity third-party supply through a partnership with EMEX, a division of Mantis Innovation, utilizing EMEX’s proprietary Reverse Auction…

Jackson Township Spearheads Renovation Efforts for High School Fieldhouse

JACKSON, NJ — Despite some initial setbacks and red tape within the Jackson School District, Jackson Township Council President Jennifer Kuhn said she and other volunteers are continuing their effort to raise…

Man Charged with Witness Tampering in Jackson Township Shooting

JACKSON, N.J. — Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced charges against two men in connection with a violent incident that occurred in Jackson Township on June 27, 2024. Noah Phelps, 24,…

Major Crash in Jackson Township: Overturned Truck and Utility PoleFire

JACKSON, NJ—A major accident involving multiple vehicles, including an overturned box truck, occurred at the intersection of East Veterans Highway and Stacy Court in Jackson Township. The incident resulted in downed wires,…

Jackson Township Fire Department Takes Over Home Sale Fire Certifications

Jackson, NJ – The Jackson Township Fire Department has implemented new procedures for mandatory fire safety certifications required during home sales. This initiative aims to streamline the process and ensure adherence to…

No, Courtesy Busing is Not Being Cut in Jackson Township This Year

JACKSON, NJ—In a recent meeting, the Jackson Board of Education, together with town officials, tackled the pressing issue of transportation safety concerning courtesy busing for students. This gathering was a response to…

Jackson Township Man Faces Murder Charges in Roommate’s Death

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Ocean County authorities have charged 38-year-old Louis Gargiso of Jackson Township with murder following the death of his 74-year-old roommate, Robert Sunris. The incident occurred early in the…

Jackson Township Man Charged for Death of Infant Left in Hot Car

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer has announced that Avraham Chaitovsky, 28, from Jackson Township, has been charged with endangering the welfare of a child. The charge stems…

Jackson Township Spray Park Closed for Repairs

Jackson Township, NJ – Please be advised that the Jackson Township Spray Park will be closed for repairs starting today, Friday, July 5, 2024. Repairs are expected to take place over the…

Jackson Township Man Charged in Hit-and-Run Resulting in Serious Injury

Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced today that Brian Huerta-Tochihuitl, 20, of Jackson Township, has been charged with Knowingly Leaving the Scene of a Motor Vehicle Accident Which Resulted in Serious…

Jackson Township to Host Latin Night Summer Concert in the Park

JACKSON, NJ—This summer, Jackson residents can grab their lawn chairs and a cooler and bring them to Johnson Park to enjoy the 2024 Summer Concerts in the Park. Next Wednesday night is…

Jackson Township Announces New Playground at Woodlane Park

JACKSON, NJ – At Monday night’s Jackson Township town council meeting, Greg Powell from Ben Schaefer Recreation presented a comprehensive proposal for a new playground at Woodlane Park. The current playground at…

Jackson Township Child Abductor In Custody

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, PENNSYLVANIA – A critical incident involving the abduction and assault of a 12-year-old girl has led to the arrest of 20-year-old Dylan McClintock from Philipsburg, PA. The Northern York County…

Jackson Township Memorial Day Parade Celebrates the Legacy of Those Who Sacrificed Everything

JACKSON, NJ – Mother nature allowed the Jackson Memorial Day parade to run as scheduled on Monday with clear blue skies, before rain took over for the rest of the day. Hundreds…

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