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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Extreme heat warning issued for Ocean, Monmouth, and Burlington counties through Wednesday

JACKSON, N.J. — The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning for Western Monmouth, Ocean, and Southeastern Burlington Counties beginning Sunday morning and lasting through 8 p.m. Wednesday, citing dangerously…

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Thousands Still Without Power in Monmouth County

MARLBORO, N.J. — Two roads in Marlboro Township remain closed following a storm that moved through the area Thursday night, though traffic signals across the township are fully operational, according to local…

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Over 31,000 without power in Ocean and Monmouth counties after severe storm

NEW JERSEY — More than 31,000 JCP&L customers remain without power across Ocean and Monmouth counties following a Thursday night storm that brought damaging winds and widespread outages, utility officials said Friday.…

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Monmouth Beach Man Now Facing Murder Charge in Shore Stabbing

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A Monmouth Beach man initially charged with attempted murder in connection with a stabbing last week in Ortley Beach is now facing a murder charge, according to court…

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Monmouth County player cashes in with $338K lottery win

TRENTON, N.J. — A lucky ticket purchased in Monmouth County has won the $338,091 Jersey Cash 5 jackpot, continuing a streak of big wins in the popular daily game, officials announced Tuesday.…

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Netflix breaks ground on $1B production hub at Fort Monmouth in New Jersey

EATONTOWN, N.J. — Netflix officially began construction Monday on a $1 billion film and television production facility at Fort Monmouth, transforming a former U.S. Army base into what the company calls a…

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Two charged in raids on Wacky Tobaccy smoke shops in Monmouth County

WALL TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Two men were arrested Thursday following coordinated raids on Wacky Tobaccy retail stores in Wall Township and Asbury Park, where authorities say large quantities of illegal substances, cash,…

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Monmouth County awards over $7.5 million in contracts for energy, emergency services and infrastructure

FREEHOLD, N.J. — The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners has approved a series of contracts totaling more than $7.5 million during its most recent meeting, covering energy supply agreements, public safety…

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Monmouth Executive Airport CEO backs Spadea as airport expansion plans move forward

FREEHOLD, NJ — As Monmouth Executive Airport enters a new phase of cooperation with county officials, the facility’s owner, Alan Antaki, has made a financial contribution to Republican gubernatorial candidate Bill Spadea’s…

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Sizzling sprint for a cause as ‘Racin’ for Bacon’ 5K and 10K return to Monmouth Battlefield

MANALAPAN, N.J. — Runners and walkers will descend on Monmouth Battlefield Park on Sunday for the return of the Racin’ for Bacon 5K, 10K, and 1M K9 Walk, a fitness event that…

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New Jersey LGBTQ rights group pushes to block parental rights in Monmouth school district

COLTS NECK, NJ — A proposed “Parents Bill of Rights” by the Colts Neck Board of Education has drawn sharp criticism from a leading LGBTQ advocacy group, triggering a public exchange of…

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Monmouth County rejoices after Ice Cream on 9 reopens after long closure

HOWELL, NJ — Ice Cream on 9, the popular roadside ice cream shop on Route 9, has reopened its doors after a long and unexplained closure, drawing excitement from the local community.…

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Monmouth County taps Van Cleef for $50K on-call engineering contract

FREEHOLD, N.J. — The Monmouth County Board of Recreation Commissioners has unanimously approved a resolution authorizing a contract with Van Cleef Engineering Associates, LLC for on-call professional engineering services not to exceed…

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Explosive ordnance operations will occur at NWS Earle on Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Large explosions expected Wednesday morning in Monmouth County

COLTS NECK, N.J. — The U.S. Navy will conduct explosive ordnance disposal operations at Naval Weapons Station Earle on Wednesday, with controlled detonations scheduled throughout the day, officials confirmed. Key Points Operations…

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Three Outsiders Challenge the Monmouth County Machine in GOP Primary

MONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ — A trio of conservative Republicans is mounting a primary challenge against Monmouth County’s GOP incumbents, launching a campaign aimed at shaking up what they describe as an entrenched…

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Trump Supporter Kranjac lands top ballot line in Monmouth GOP primary shakeup

MONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ — Republican U.S. Senate candidate for governor Mario Kranjac has secured the coveted top line on the Monmouth County GOP primary ballot, edging out high-profile contenders in a key…

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Petty Lawfare: Monmouth County clerk candidate vows legal fight after election petition rejection

Danielle Bellomo blasted county Republicans after her campaign was blocked from the ballot, setting the stage for a legal and political showdown. FREEHOLD, NJ — Danielle Bellomo, a Republican challenger for Monmouth…

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Watch: Monmouth County Teacher Arrested Who Had Sexual Relationship with Student Indicted

FREEHOLD, NJ – Monmouth County is reeling from yet another disturbing case of a teacher accused of sexual misconduct with a student. A grand jury has indicted Allison Havemann-Niedrach, a 44-year-old former…

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Two Monmouth County lottery players hit it big in Jersey Cash 5 jackpot

TRENTON, NJ — Two lucky lottery players in Monmouth County will each take home $517,199 after splitting Saturday night’s $1,034,398 Jersey Cash 5 jackpot. The winning tickets were sold at Wegmans, 55…