Multiple Serious Crashes During Shore Exodus on Garden State Parkway

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Multiple crashes slowed traffic during Sunday night’s Jersey Shore exodus as heavy winds, rain, and thunderstorms prematurely cut this weekend’s festivities short. At this time, it is not…

Howell Man Confirmed Dead After Drowning at Sarco Lake in Manchester

A tragic incident occurred at the Heritage Mineral property in Manchester on Saturday morning, leading to the death of 33-year-old Howell Township resident Edwin Toro-Mejia. Toro-Mejia was unlawfully visiting the 7000-acre privately-owned…

Massachusetts Man Charged with Trafficking Endangered Wildlife Parts

BOSTON, MA—The U.S. Attorney’s Office in Massachusetts has charged Adam Bied, 39, of Reading, with serious violations concerning the illegal import and trade of endangered wildlife parts. Bied faces charges of conspiracy…

Toms River Mayor Says Troubled Animal Shelter Will Be In Better Hands At County Level

TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Toms River Animal Shelter is set to undergo significant changes, transitioning management to the County Board of Health after years of problems and complaints by residents over…

Brooklyn Man Indicted for Shipping Endangered Turtles to China

BROOKLYN, NY—A New York resident faces federal charges for his role in the illegal wildlife trade, accused of shipping protected turtles from the United States to China. Russell Milis, 26, of Brooklyn,…

Toms River Teen High on Weed and Drunk When She Crashed and Killed Friend in Overturn Crash

TOMS RIVER, NJ — Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced the arrest of 18-year-old Kailyn Gorga from Toms River, who faces charges of Vehicular Homicide and Assault by Auto. The charges…

Police to Crack Down on Off-Roading in Ocean County

LACEY TOWNSHIP, NJ – In response to a rise in hazardous conditions and public safety concerns, the Ocean County Sheriff’s Office, in collaboration with Lacey and Ocean Township police departments, will conduct…

Urgent Search for Missing 82-Year-Old Woman in Manchester Township

MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ—The Manchester Township Police Department is urgently seeking the public’s help to locate 82-year-old Marie Mirabella-Hoeflin, who was last seen on Saturday in the area of 50 Lacey Road. Marie…

New York Credit Card Thief Busted Buying Booze in Delaware

Milton, DE – Delaware State Police arrested 29-year-old Michael Lacey of Valley Stream, New York, following investigations into fraudulent credit card purchases at Coastal Wine and Spirits and Hickman’s Discount Liquors. Lacey…

Four men indicted attempting to smuggle exotic birds from Puerto Rico to the Dominican Republic

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico– Today a federal grand jury indicted four men from the Dominican Republic who attempted to smuggle hundreds of exotic birds into the Dominican Republic and were interdicted by…

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Driver Veers Off Road in Single Vehicle Crash

Berkeley Township, NJ – On Saturday afternoon, Berkeley Township Police responded to multiple reports of a single-vehicle crash on Dover Road near the Lacey Township border. A 49-year-old male driver was found…

Zoo Mourns Loss of Beloved Simba

LACEY, NJ – Popcorn Park Animal Refuge recently announced the passing of their beloved lion, Simba, who lived a long and fulfilling life at the sanctuary. Simba, a key figure at the…

Community Mourns Young Brick Woman Lost in Tragic Crash

BRICK, NJ — Family and friends are mourning the untimely death of 18-year-old Catalina Reinoso of Brick, who succumbed last weekend to injuries from an April 14 crash in Manchester. The accident,…

Educators, School Leaders United Against Phil Murphy’s Draconian School Funding Massacre

By Jennifer Peacock, NJ Senate Republicans TRENTON, N.J. – Facing more than $105 million in state aid cuts under Gov. Phil Murphy’s budget proposal, superintendents and school officials across New Jersey are supporting…

Brick Township Celebrates Championship Bowling Team

BRICK, NJ — Mayor Lisa Crate declared Wednesday, April 10 as “Brick Memorial High School Girls Bowling Team Day” at a recent Council meeting. This special recognition celebrates the team’s triumph in…

Palmieri Throws Perfect Game as Point Boro Extends Unbeaten Streak

Point Pleasant Boro Shuts Out Lacey in Dominant Performance POINT PLEASANT, NJ – Point Boro softball pitcher Dakota Palmieri has accomplished a feat few in high school softball circles have done. On…

Karol: The Dog Who Chose Love Over Christmas Toys Still Awaits a Forever Home

LACEY TWP, NJ — Karol, a resilient and affectionate dog, marks her 15th month in a shelter, still hoping for a family to call her own. Known for her unique choice of…

New Jersey Couple Charged with Marijuana Manufacturing and Firearm Possession

LACEY, NJ – Lacey Township Police Chief Christopher Kenny disclosed that John Vincentini, 64, and Karen Vincentini, 64, residents of Lacey Township, faced multiple charges on March 21, 2024. John Vincentini was…

Tangier Man Pleads Guilty to Overharvesting and Illegally Selling Chesapeake Blue Crabs

NORFOLK, VA — A man from Tangier, Virginia, admitted in federal court today to violations of the Lacey Act by overharvesting Chesapeake Blue Crabs in Virginia and selling them in Maryland. James…

Toms River Police Department Investigates Jewelry Theft, Check Fraud, and Recovers Stolen Vehicles

Toms River, NJ – The Toms River Police Department has recently reported incidents, including a jewelry theft, check fraud, and the recovery of stolen vehicles. A Silverton homeowner reported on February 12…

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