Barnegat man charged with $50,000 theft of lottery tickets

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BARNEGAT, N.J. — A Barnegat Township man faces charges of theft after authorities say he illegally obtained more than $50,000 in New Jersey Lottery tickets from vending machines at convenience stores over…

December 7, 2024

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Gobstopper, the Adorably Unique Cat, Finds His Purrfect Furrever Home at Popcorn Park Shelter!

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LACEY TWP, NJ – Brace yourself for the ultimate heartwarming tale, because Gobstopper, a sweet and special two-year-old kitty with a quirky twist, just hit the jackpot with his new family! Gobstopper…

October 1, 2024

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Pumpkin Season Officially Kicks Off in Central Jersey Today: Here’s Where to Go

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Ready to dive into some of the best pumpkin-picking spots in New Jersey? From farm animals to corn mazes and vintage tractors, this fall season is packed with fun. Whether you’re looking…

September 14, 2024

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Grand Ol’ Man of the Ocean County GOP Passes at 88

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LACEY TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Senator Carmen Amato, Jr., Assemblyman Brian Rumpf, and Assemblyman Gregory Myhre expressed their deep condolences following the passing of John C. Parker, the Chairman of the Ocean County…

August 24, 2024

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Manchester Township Police Department Welcomes New Patrolmen

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MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Manchester Township Police Department recently held a swearing-in ceremony for three new patrolmen: Carlos Belardo, Michael Contreras, and Ryan Thompson. The event, which took place on July…

July 20, 2024

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New Jersey School District Sues State and Governor Over Crippling State Aid Cuts

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TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Toms River Regional Schools District is taking legal action against Governor Phil Murphy and the state of New Jersey due to significant funding cuts that have drastically…

July 8, 2024

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Argos Farm Hosts Annual Blueberry Festival

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FORKED RIVER, NJ — Argos Farm is currently hosting its annual Blueberry Festival, running now through July 7 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The festival features live music, blueberry treats, summer…

July 6, 2024

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Multiple Serious Crashes During Shore Exodus on Garden State Parkway

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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…

June 23, 2024

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Howell Man Confirmed Dead After Drowning at Sarco Lake in Manchester

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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…

June 23, 2024

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Massachusetts Man Charged with Trafficking Endangered Wildlife Parts

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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…

June 22, 2024

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

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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…

June 12, 2024

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Brooklyn Man Indicted for Shipping Endangered Turtles to China

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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,…

June 7, 2024

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

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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…

June 5, 2024

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Police to Crack Down on Off-Roading in Ocean County

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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…

May 23, 2024

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

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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…

May 19, 2024

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New York Credit Card Thief Busted Buying Booze in Delaware

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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…

May 17, 2024

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

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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…

May 14, 2024

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Driver Veers Off Road in Single Vehicle Crash

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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…

May 2, 2024

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Zoo Mourns Loss of Beloved Simba

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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…

April 30, 2024

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Community Mourns Young Brick Woman Lost in Tragic Crash

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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,…

April 27, 2024

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