Overnight homeless shelter coming soon to Downtown Toms River

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Toms River is a growing city; with that growth, homelessness is also growing. Although a plan by township and county officials to build a large government-operated homeless shelter…

Passaic man charged for bias incident at a Paterson elementary school

PATERSON, NJ – A Passaic County man has been charged with bias intimidation after vandalizing the Dr. Hani Awadallah public school in Paterson, NJ, according to Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin. Mohamad…

Jackson mayor says Governor never called after EF-2 tornado struck the town

Jackson, NJ – A powerful EF-2 tornado hit Jackson Township last week, causing destruction to businesses and homes and collapsing a warehouse. The tornado, with winds reaching up to 120 miles per…

$100k winning lottery ticket sold at Atlantic County gas station

EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP, NJ – A lucky winner in Atlantic County is now $100,000 richer after winning the Jersey Cash 5 jackpot from the Thursday, April 6, drawing. The winning numbers were…

What is the Downtown Toms River loop and why does Mayor Hill want it now

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Downtown Toms River is on the verge of a population explosion if Toms River Mayor Maurice “Mo” Hill can complete his vision. That vision is a downtown center…

Death of 70-year-old man on scooter raises traffic safety concerns for community

BURLINGTON, NJ – A fatal accident occurred on Saturday when a 70-year-old pedestrian, Jeremiah McCarthy, was fatally struck by a vehicle on Route 130 South and Uhler Ave. The driver, also a…

These States Are Pushing To Force Diversity, Equity And Inclusion Programs In Higher Education

These States Are Pushing To Force Diversity, Equity And Inclusion Programs In Higher Education Alexa Schwerha on April 6, 2023 As Republican-led states fight for laws to cut Diversity, Equity and Inclusion…

Toms River Mayor Hill Says to Expect More Hi-Rise Apartment Buildings Downtown

TOMS RIVER, NJ – With the construction of two ten-story twin tower apartment buildings in Downtown Toms River, Toms River Mayor Maurice “Mo” Hill, in an interview with Shorebeat this week, said…

Former NJ governor Christie goes on DeSantis rant

MORRISTOWN, NJ – Former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie is doing whatever he can to climb out of the 2024 Presidential Primary election basement. Polling at zero percent in a recent Fox…

Sperm whale diving and splashing with huge tail

Shore town calls for an unbiased investigation into whale and dolphin deaths

NEPTUNE, NJ – What’s killing off an unusually high amount of whales and dolphins at the Jersey Shore? While many shore area public officials are blaming sonar-based surveys of the ocean floor…

Students involved in call for rape of Judge’s daughters target of new mobile billboard campaign

ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, NJ – A New Jersey resident and student at Stanford University Law is among four people being targeted by an organization called Accuracy in Media after the students called for…

Study says Newark is third worst place in America to have an outdoor wedding

NEWARK, NJ – Spring is in the air, and so is love. Spring is a popular season for marriage, and a new study done by “Lawnlove.com” says Newark, New Jersey is one…

Powerball $50K Ticket Won In Hudson County

TRENTON, NJ – A winning New Jersey Lottery ticket matched four out of five white balls and thePowerball on Monday. The ticket won the $50,000 second-tier prize. The lucky ticket was purchased…

Rodrick to run for mayor in Toms River

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Toms River Township Daniel Rodrick today announced he is going to run against Mo Hill to try to unseat the unpopular mayor in June’s GOP primary election. Hill,…

Ocean County man wins $1 million with losing lottery ticket

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Most New Jersey lottery players don’t know this, but you can submit your losing lottery tickets to enter into a drawing for a million-dollar prize. That’s what Ed…

Second Legislative District Announces Pleasantville Mobile Office

Senator Vince Polistina, along with Assembly members Don Guardian and Claire Swift, have partnered with Pleasantville City Councilwoman Carla Thomas to bring services directly, once again, to the constituents.…

Town historian slams Mo Hill’s plan to build 10-story twin towers in Downtown Toms River

TOMS RIVER, NJ – It’s not the first time a mayor in Toms River, previously known as Dover Township wanted to turn the quaint downtown village along the waterfront into a city.…

Southern Shore Lawmakers Say Unprecedented Whale and Dolphin Deaths Warrant Suspension of Offshore Wind Projects

Sen. Michael Testa, Asm. Antwan McClellan, and Asm. Erik Simonsen are intensifying calls to suspend offshore wind projects following an unprecedented number of dolphin deaths on a beach in Sea Isle City.…

Eight Dolphins Died In One Day Off NJ Coast, Adding To Recent List Of Marine Life Tragedies

Nino Cambria on March 21, 2023 Eight dolphins were killed along the coast of Sea Isle City, New Jersey, Tuesday, the latest marine mammal strandings potentially linked to offshore wind projects, according…

North Wildwood Man Arrested for Firearms and Drug Offenses

CAPE MAY COUNTY, NEW JERSEY – Prosecutor Jeffrey H. Sutherland announced the arrest of 23-year-old Sebastian Ramagosa of North Wildwood for firearms offenses and possession with intent to distribute controlled dangerous substances.…

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