‘Outrageous’: Georgia Governor Reacts To Court Claim That NYC Flew Laken Riley Killer To Georgia

Republican Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp’s office blasted apparent revelations that Laken Riley’s killer was flown into the state before her murder, and confirmed they are working to get more answers. The roommate…

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Wildfire near Lakewood Country Club 50% contained, roads remaixn closed

LAKEWOOD, N.J. — Fire crews continued efforts Monday to contain the Country Club Wildfire burning in Pine Park and near the Lakewood Country Club in Ocean County, with officials reporting the blaze…

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Thirty-Acre Forest Fire Breaks Out at Pine Park in Lakewood

LAKEWOOD, N.J. – A wildfire burning near Pine Park and the Lakewood Country Club in Ocean County has scorched 30 acres as firefighters work to gain control, the New Jersey Forest Fire…

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Asbury Park Man Sentenced in 2022 Ocean County Killing

Asbury Park Man Sentenced in 2022 Ocean County Killing **FREEHOLD, NJ** – An Asbury Park man has been sentenced to life imprisonment plus an additional 46 years for the 2022 killing of…

Police Blotter

Ocean County’s New Krispy Kreme an Instant Success as Cars Line Up on Saturday Night

The aroma of freshly baked doughnuts now fills the air along Route 70 in Lakewood, New Jersey, as Krispy Kreme makes a triumphant return to Ocean County after nearly two decades. Situated…

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Large Forest Fire Breaks in Pompton Lakes

Pompton Lakes, NJ — The New Jersey Forest Fire Service is currently managing the Cannonball 3 Wildfire, which has spread across 75 acres near Cannonball Road in Pompton Lakes, Passaic County, threatening…

New Jersey News·North Jersey News

Krispy Kreme Opening New Location in Ocean County

LAKEWOOD, N.J. — After nearly two decades, Krispy Kreme is set to make a comeback in Ocean County with a new store opening next week on Route 70 in Lakewood. The 4,000-square-foot…

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Lakewood completes infrastructure upgrades with minimal traffic disruption

LAKEWOOD, N.J. — Residents and visitors in Lakewood have likely noticed smoother roads, new sidewalks, and improved traffic signals as a series of infrastructure projects were recently completed across the township. The…

Community News·Ocean County News

Cyclist Injured in Lakewood Hit-and-Run Incident

Cyclist Injured in Lakewood Hit-and-Run Incident **Lakewood, NJ** - A hit-and-run incident involving a cyclist occurred on Tuesday at approximately 7:15 p.m. Officers from the Lakewood Township Police Department arrived at the…

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Franklin Lakes man pleads guilty to stalking in connection with Holmdel home invasion

FREEHOLD, N.J. — A Bergen County man has admitted to stalking two victims as part of a case connected to a violent 2017 home invasion in Holmdel, the Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office…

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Ocean County man sentenced to two years in prison for money laundering in $1 million fraud scheme

NEWARK, N.J. — An Ocean County man was sentenced to two years in federal prison on Thursday for laundering proceeds from a wire fraud scheme that defrauded a multinational financial services corporation,…

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Five Arrested in Chester County for Drug Trafficking

Five Arrested in Chester County for Drug Trafficking **West Chester, PA** - The Chester County District Attorney’s Office announced the recent arrests of five individuals involved in the Bad Bunny Drug Trafficking…

Police Blotter

Buncombe County community rallies for hurricane relief efforts

BUNCOMBE COUNTY, N.C. — In the wake of Hurricane Helene, the Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office has commended the local community for its collective efforts to provide aid to those affected by the…

Community News·Virginia News

Quick Draw ticket sold in Morris County wins $13K

TRENTON, N.J. — A Quick Draw ticket purchased in Morris County has won $13,996, representing 10% of the progressive jackpot, in the drawing held on Wednesday, October 23, 2024. The winning ticket…

Lottery Results·New Jersey News

Guilty! Toms River Man Convicted for Double Murder in Lakewood

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A Toms River man was found guilty on all charges, including two counts of murder, in connection with the 2021 shooting deaths of Nicholas Hardy and Sergio Chavez-Perez,…

New Jersey News·Police Blotter·Toms River News

Toms River Candidate’s Campaign Funding From Lakewood Power Brokers Raising Eyebrows

TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Democrat candidate for Toms River is under fire this week after taking campaign donations from two of Lakewood’s biggest power powerbrokers, a realtor and the head of…

New Jersey News·Politics·Toms River News

What’s on Fire in Ocean County? Joint Base Fire Causing Smoke Conditions in Nearby Towns

Jackson, NJ — A wildfire is currently burning within the range area of Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst (JB MDL), prompting smoke conditions across nearby towns, including Jackson, Toms River, and Lakewood. Wildland fire…

Community News·Ocean County News

Witches Paddle for a Cause Returns to Spring Lake

SPRING LAKE, NJ – On October 12, 2024, the witches and warlocks of Spring Lake will take to the water once again for the annual Witches Paddle for a Cause, starting at…

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Where to Buy Legal Weed in Ocean County: A Guide to Local Dispensaries

As the cannabis industry continues to grow in New Jersey, Ocean County residents and visitors now have several options for purchasing legal cannabis products. Whether you’re seeking medicinal marijuana or looking to…

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Henderson County Issues Travel Ban to Bat Cave Area Amid State of Emergency

HENDERSON COUNTY, N.C. — Local authorities have restricted travel to the Bat Cave area following a modification to the county’s State of Emergency declaration, officials announced Wednesday. The order prohibits access to…

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