Weird Fun Facts You Didn’t Know About Toms River
Toms River’s strange past: ghosts, buried treasure, and a burning town TOMS RIVER, N.J. — With its deep roots and storied past, Toms River stands as one of New Jersey’s most historic…
Tornado warning issued as severe storms hit New Jersey and surrounding areas
TOMS RIVER, NJ — A tornado warning and severe thunderstorm alert were issued Tuesday evening for parts of Ocean, Mercer, Burlington, and Monmouth counties as fast-moving storms swept through central New Jersey.…
Fourth of July fireworks shows planned across the Jersey Shore through July 12
TRENTON, N.J. — Communities across New Jersey are preparing to celebrate Independence Day with fireworks displays and events stretching from July 4 through July 12. Here’s a breakdown of where and when…
Wall police make multiple arrests for DWI, drugs, and outstanding warrants
WALL TOWNSHIP, N.J. — The Wall Township Police Department reported a series of arrests last week ranging from shoplifting to drug possession and multiple driving while intoxicated (DWI) charges. On Tuesday, June…
All eyes are on Manchester as Ocean County’s next big development rush begins
MANCHESTER, N.J. — Manchester Township is rapidly becoming the center of attention in Ocean County’s latest real estate boom, as developers and investors target the town’s abundant open space and affordable land…
Manchester is Ocean County’s Next Development Boomtown as Real Estate Prices Rise in Neighboring Towns
In the heart of Ocean County, New Jersey, Manchester Township is emerging as a focal point for land investors and developers seeking the next big opportunity in a region experiencing a dramatic…
New Jersey Cop Facing Prison Time for Deadly Crash
TRENTON, N.J. — A New Jersey State Police detective has been criminally charged in connection with a high-speed pursuit that ended in a fatal crash in Springfield Township, Burlington County, leaving a…
Ocean County commissioners to vote on over $70 million in new spending bills
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Ocean County Board of Commissioners is set to vote Wednesday on a series of ordinances totaling more than $70 million in infrastructure and facility upgrades, including road…
Five Republicans emerge as possible successors to Ocean County GOP chairman George Gilmore
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — With Ocean County GOP Chairman George Gilmore facing mounting criticism from within his party, Republican insiders are increasingly looking ahead to 2026, when Gilmore’s chairmanship could face serious…
Gilmore sidelined as dueling Ocean County GOP candidates refuse chairman’s endorsement
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The death of the party line in New Jersey has lead to the political death rattle of a once powerful Republican powerbroker in Ocean County. Ocean County Republican…
Lakewood man admits to drunk driving joyride that killed one, injured another
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A 23-year-old Lakewood man pleaded guilty Wednesday to vehicular homicide and assault by auto stemming from a July 2022 high-speed, alcohol-fueled crash that killed one woman and seriously…
New Jersey’s offshore nuclear power plant makes Phil Murphy’s wind farm idea look like a good idea
LACEY TOWNSHIP, NJ — As New Jersey grapples with the fallout of Governor Phil Murphy’s struggling offshore wind energy plan, a look back at the state’s energy history reveals an even more…
Feds to Murphy: New Jersey’s temporary COVID school slush fund has been turned off
TRENTON, N.J. — Federal education officials informed New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy that pandemic-era relief funds have ended, prompting a political clash over the future of school district budgets across the state.…
One Week Later, Lakewood Board, Prosecutor Mum on $15 Million Theft of School Funds
LAKEWOOD, NJ—Someone stole $15 million from financial accounts owned by the Lakewood Township School Board, but a week after the heist, nobody is talking about it. Neither the district nor the Ocean…
Guinness World Record holder, New Jersey’s Kingda Ka, world’s tallest roller coaster to be demolished
JACKSON, N.J. — If you were excited to hear news about a re-envisioned Kingda Ka rollercoaster making a debut in the future at Six Flags Great Adventure, you’re about to be disappointed.…
Kingda Ka to be Imploded in February as Park Clears Path for Future at Great Adventure
If you’ve ever visited Six Flags Great Adventure in New Jersey, chances are Kingda Ka was the ride you talked about long after leaving. Towering over the park at a staggering 456…
New Jersey firefighters battle nine major wildfires across the state
TRENTON, N.J. — Firefighters across New Jersey are battling nine major wildfires that are causing heavy smoke and low visibility across multiple counties. The fires, burning in areas from Cumberland to Essex…
Camden County Wildfire Creating Smoke Conditions Across the State
WATERFORD TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A 45-acre wildfire burning in Wharton State Forest has reached 90% containment as of Tuesday morning, according to the New Jersey Forest Fire Service. Residents as far as…
Another New Jersey Elementary School is Closing Because of Phil Murphy’s New Equity Based Funding Formula
JEFFERSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — In New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy’s quest for ‘educational equity’, another neighborhood elementary school is being forced to closed. This comes weeks after the Rosenauer Elementary school in…
What’s on Fire? Residents in Ocean County Report Smoke Conditions Overnight
TOMS RIVER, NJ – If you live in the Central Ocean County area, you might have gone to bed smelling smoke, or perhaps waking up to the scent of smoke from a…
