Teen gets 18 years in deadly Asbury Park triple shooting

Two men sentenced in deadly Asbury Park triple shooting that killed 21-year-old man FREEHOLD, NJ — Two men have been sentenced in connection with a 2023 triple shooting at an Asbury Park…

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ALDI drops Thanksgiving dinner price to $40, feeding 10 for just $4 per person

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Shoppers looking to stretch their holiday budgets will find relief at ALDI this year, as the grocer announced it will offer a full Thanksgiving meal for 10 people…

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Hackensack Meridian warns closure of Monmouth Medical Center will endanger patients and strain hospitals

Long Branch, NJ – Hackensack Meridian Health is condemning the New Jersey Department of Health’s decision to move forward with RWJ Barnabas Health’s application to close Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch,…

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Road flooded - Use Caution, police advise alternate routes.

Flooding, downed tree shuts down major New Jersey highways during Monday evening commute

LONG BRANCH, NJ – Heavy rain and rising tides caused widespread flooding across New Jersey on Monday evening, shutting down several major routes and disrupting rush-hour travel. Transportation officials reported multiple highway…

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Whale washed ashore in Brigantine. Photo provided by NOAA.

Environmental Group Claims Strong Correlation Between Offshore Wind and Whale Deaths

ASBURY PARK, N.J. — A coalition of environmental groups is demanding the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) revoke its permits for the Empire Wind project, alleging the agency relied on outdated…

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Three rehabilitated seals released back into the wild by Marine Mammal Stranding Center

BRIGANTINE, N.J. — The Marine Mammal Stranding Center (MMSC) released three rehabilitated seals back into the wild this week, including an entanglement survivor, bringing the total number of successful releases this season…

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Fourth of July fireworks shows planned across the Jersey Shore through July 12

TRENTON, N.J. — Communities across New Jersey are preparing to celebrate Independence Day with fireworks displays and events stretching from July 4 through July 12. Here’s a breakdown of where and when…

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Where to see Friday night fireworks and festivals across New Jersey for the Fourth of July

TRENTON, N.J. — Fireworks will light up the skies across New Jersey Friday night as part of a full slate of Independence Day celebrations, with several large-scale events planned from the Jersey…

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Flash flood warning remains in effect for parts of Monmouth and Ocean counties

LAKEWOOD, N.J. — A flash flood warning remains in effect until 9 p.m. Tuesday for southeastern Monmouth and northeastern Ocean counties as thunderstorms continue to bring heavy rain and dangerous flooding conditions…

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Gunfire on the beach leaves one dead at the Jersey Shore

LONG BRANCH, NJ — Authorities are investigating the shooting death of a man found Thursday night near the shoreline at Pier Village, according to Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago. At approximately…

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Amish Teens at the Jersey Shore for Rumspringa Adventures Leave Locals Intrigued

The sandy beaches and bustling boardwalks of the Jersey Shore have long been a magnet for teens seeking summer thrills, but this spring, a surprising new group has joined the crowd: Amish…

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Four years ago, New Jersey offered COVID-19 vaccines with pizza and prizes on the boardwalk

ASBURY PARK, N.J. — Four years ago this week, New Jersey launched the “Shots at the Shore” COVID-19 vaccination campaign, a pop-up initiative offering vaccines along the coast during Memorial Day Weekend…

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Teen killer and armed accomplice plead guilty in deadly Asbury Park shooting

ASBURY PARK, NJ — Two men have admitted guilt in connection to a 2023 apartment complex shooting that left one man dead and two others wounded, Monmouth County prosecutors announced Tuesday. Ziamere…

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Wall Township police report multiple arrests including DWIs and drug charges

WALL TOWNSHIP, N.J. – Police in Wall Township made several arrests between May 5 and May 11, including charges related to driving while intoxicated, drug possession, shoplifting, and outstanding warrants, according to…

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Three arrests in Wall Township over weekend including DWI and outstanding warrants

WALL TOWNSHIP – Local police reported three arrests over the weekend involving outstanding warrants and a drunk driving charge, according to the Wall Township Police Department’s latest blotter. On Friday, Patrolman Kevin…

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Shoplifting, warrants, and DWI: Busy week for Wall Township police with seven arrests

WALL TOWNSHIP, NJ — Wall Township police made multiple arrests between April 21 and April 29, ranging from shoplifting and driving while intoxicated to warrant apprehensions, according to the department’s activity report.…

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Wall Township Police make eight arrests in busy week of enforcement activity

WALL TOWNSHIP, NJ — Wall Township Police reported multiple arrests between April 14 and April 20, including charges ranging from drug possession to DWI and criminal sexual contact, according to a department…

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Octavaeous Jenkins, 50, received two concurrent 11-year sentences for cocaine distribution charges.

Toms River cocaine trafficker gets 11 years in state prison

TOMS RIVER, NJ — A Toms River man was sentenced Friday to 11 years in New Jersey State Prison after pleading guilty to multiple narcotics charges tied to two cocaine distribution investigations…

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Groundskeeper’s $500K scratch-off win puts dream home for mom within reach

SILVER SPRING, MD – A Montgomery County groundskeeper hit a life-changing jackpot after purchasing a $20 Bonus Bingo X20 scratch-off ticket during his lunch break, winning the game’s $500,000 top prize. The…

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Drug Trafficking Migrant Released During Biden Administration Captured at Jersey Shore Sanctuary City

LONG BRANCH, N.J. — U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents arrested a Brazilian national wanted for drug trafficking in his home country, authorities announced Wednesday. He was hiding out in New Jersey,…

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