Avoid the Ripoff: The Cheapest—and Most Expensive—Beaches at the Jersey Shore in 2026

A trip to the Jersey Shore in 2026 could cost beachgoers anywhere from nothing at all to more than $130 per person before they even put a chair in the sand. Season…

Jersey Shore News

Kentucky man sentenced to 15 years after violent attack on real estate agent

A real estate showing in rural Kentucky turned violent when a 71-year-old man attacked an agent, forced him to draft a property contract under threat of death, and locked him inside a…

Police Blotter

Toms River Mayor Taking Fight To Stop Illegal Cadillac Health Benefits for Part-Time MUA Political Insiders to Court

TOMS RIVER, NJ — A growing political battle inside Toms River Township government is now headed toward a possible courtroom showdown after Mayor Dan Rodrick vowed to challenge what he says are…

Local Politics·Toms River News

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Update: “I don’t like guns!” Transitioning Toms River Republican Says No to Indoor Gun Range

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Toms River Councilman Tom Nivison, who says he’s a Republican, is leading the charge along with former Toms River Mayor Mark Mutter to block a gun range, restaurant,…

Government News·In the News·Local Politics·New Jersey News

Daughter and younger accomplice sentenced to life for execution-style murder of Pennsylvania grandmother

Prosecutors say victim was shot in the head and hidden beneath porch after family murder plot GREENSBURG, Pa. — Two defendants convicted in the murder of a 71-year-old Pennsylvania woman whose body…

Police Blotter·Pennsylvania News

Dozens More New Jersey School Districts Slash Jobs and Programs; Funding Cuts Deepen Divide As Newark Aid Increases

Trenton, NJ – School districts across New Jersey are cutting teachers, closing schools, eliminating student programs, and increasing class sizes as the long-running effects of the state’s S2 school funding law continue…

School and Education News·Local Politics·Ocean County News·Political Crime and Corruption

Latest Update: 3,500 Union Workers Shut Down LIRR as Strike Halts Service Across Long Island and NYC Commutes

New York, NY – Nearly 300,000 daily commuters across Long Island faced major disruptions Saturday after a labor strike shut down all Long Island Rail Road service, triggering the first system-wide LIRR…

Local Politics·New York City News·The Buzz·Travel

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Six-time felon busted in Delaware drug sweep as cops nab trio during street deal

Police say suspects were caught actively selling narcotics during multi-week investigation in Middletown MIDDLETOWN, Del. — A multi-week drug investigation in Middletown ended with three men in custody after police said they…

Police Blotter·Delaware News

NJ father sentenced to decades in prison after infant daughter dies from severe head injuries

Lakewood father sentenced to 25 years after infant daughter dies from head injuries LAKEWOOD, NJ — A Lakewood man will spend decades in state prison after admitting responsibility in the death of…

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Major Overpass to be Built Near Joint Base for Military Services and Heavy Equipment

Plumsted Township, NJ — A long-planned overpass project along County Route 539 near Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst moved closer to construction this week, with township officials confirming the project has entered its final…

Community News·Jackson Township News·Jersey Shore News·Ocean County News

New Jersey Investing an Estimated $5 Million to Bring World Cup Experience to Communities Across State

CAMDEN COUNTY, N.J. — New Jersey officials announced Tuesday that $5 million in state grants will be distributed to dozens of organizations across the state to create fan zones, watch parties, festivals,…

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Maryland dad wins $50K twice in two weeks and heads back for more

Maryland dad strikes again with second $50K win in just weeks Gaithersburg, MD – A Montgomery County father walked into lottery headquarters for the second time in just over two weeks, this…

Lottery Results·Maryland News

Smiling real estate agents and clients outside a house with a 'For Sale' sign and a yellow 'Sold' sticker.

Manchester’s Leaders Are Leaving, Selling Homes, Resigning as Township Enters Uncertain Period of Predicted Growth

Manchester Township, NJ — Two of Manchester’s most prominent local officials have exited the community within days of each other, just as township leaders approved a key infrastructure deal that could unlock…

Community News·Government News·Jackson Township News·Ocean County News

Florida man cashes in $2M lottery prize

Polk County man claims $2M lottery jackpot with lump sum payout Orlando, FL — A Florida lottery drawing delivered a multi-million-dollar prize after a Polk County man stepped forward to claim a…

Florida News·Lottery Results

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Manchester Planning Board to Review Landfill Solar Project, Development Changes at May 4 Meeting

Manchester, NJ — A proposed solar redevelopment on a former landfill and revisions to a multi-building development are set to headline the Manchester Township Planning Board meeting scheduled for Monday at 6…

Government News·Ocean County News

Wall Township Police Log 13 Arrests in One Week, Including 5 DWI Charges Across Major Highways

Wall Township, NJ — Thirteen people were arrested in Wall Township between Monday, April 20 and Sunday, April 26, with impaired driving cases and warrant arrests making up the bulk of police…

Monmouth County News·Police Blotter

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Toms River Man Accused of Running Marijuana Vending Machine Network Across New Jersey

Toms River, NJ — A 26-month investigation into unlicensed marijuana sales across New Jersey ended with four arrests, more than 80 vending machines seized and large quantities of cannabis products recovered, prosecutors…

Ocean County News·Toms River News

Migrants with ICE Detainers Charged with Dealing Meth in Operation Honey Pot

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Three men including two illegal aliens are being held in Ocean County Jail faces multiple first- and second-degree drug charges after authorities say he possessed large quantities of…

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Alabama child death investigation leaves community reeling after 10-year-old found dead at home

PIEDMONT, AL – A late-night call about a missing child ended in tragedy Friday when officers arrived at a Piedmont home and found 10-year-old Katheryn Bigbee dead inside, prompting a murder charge…