Toms River’s Summer Beach Concerts and Fireworks: The Complete Schedule

From beachside fireworks to high-energy tribute bands, Toms River is once again turning Shelter Cove Beach into one of the Jersey Shore’s premier summer destinations. TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Summer at the…

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NJ Morning Traffic Report: Overturned Tractor-Trailer, Vehicle Fire Snarl Friday Commute

Drivers faced delays across North and Central Jersey Friday morning as an overturned tractor-trailer, vehicle fire, gas main break and multiple congestion hotspots slowed travel. NEW JERSEY — Friday’s morning commute is…

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NJ Lawmakers Take Aim at Norcross-Linked Insurance Empire With Sweeping Health Benefits Reform

A sweeping proposal would create a statewide health benefits trust for public school employees as lawmakers seek an alternative to insurance funds that have faced growing criticism from state watchdogs and local…

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NJ lottery player turns one ticket into a $451K jackpot

Lucky Jersey Cash 5 player matches all five numbers while Browns Mills retailer scores bonus for selling the winning ticket TRENTON, N.J. — A routine stop at a Burlington County pub led…

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Villas man jailed after drug raid uncovers cocaine mushrooms and cash prosecutors say

A multi-agency investigation ended with search warrants, drug seizures and multiple criminal charges in Cape May County CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE, N.J. — A Villas man was taken into custody after a…

New Jersey News·Cape May County News·Police Blotter

Berkeley Double Shooting Heads to Civil Court Over Insurance Coverage

Berkeley Township, Police Department Face Civil Lawsuit After Drake Drive Shooting The lawsuit alleges Berkeley Township officials failed to act despite prior warning signs before a neighborhood shooting that critically injured a…

Ocean County News

Toms River’s Anti-Gun Councilman Fails to Stop Indoor Gun Range as Construction Continues

Work continues on the planned $20 million Ocean County Sports Complex as anti-gun critics question the inclusion of an indoor shooting range located in the same plaza as dining and entertainment attractions.…

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Mikie Sherrill Slammed by DHS Secretary Over Misleading Delaney Hall Claims

A public dispute erupted after Gov. Mikie Sherrill criticized restrictions placed on her tour of Delaney Hall, prompting a sharp response from Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin. NEWARK — A growing battle…

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Mikie Sherrill interview with ABC News. Copyright ABC News

Watchdog Claims Mikie Sherrill’s Father Heads Billion Dollar Government Contracting Firm

Records show that a company led by Dave Sherrill, who is alleged to be the father of New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill, has received federal contract awards spanning nearly two decades and…

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Jackson Township High School Parking Lot Injury Claim Goes to Trial

A Jackson woman alleges she was injured after falling in a deteriorated school parking lot, while school officials deny responsibility and seek dismissal of the lawsuit. JACKSON — Jackson Liberty High School…

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Autistic Student Injured After Wheelchair Overturns on Toms River School Bus, Lawsuit Filed

A lawsuit filed in Ocean County alleges a non-verbal autistic student was injured when his wheelchair overturned during transportation home from school. TOMS RIVER — A civil lawsuit filed in Ocean County…

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Home invasion suspect captured less than an hour after Paterson break in police say

Investigators say a rapid response and quick detective work led officers to a suspect just a short distance from the scene PATERSON, N.J. — A Paterson home invasion investigation moved quickly from…

Police Blotter·New Jersey News

Lucky Freehold ticket cashes in for $616K jackpot

One lucky ticket sold in Monmouth County matched all five numbers to claim the top prize FREEHOLD, N.J. — A New Jersey Lottery player is holding a ticket worth $616,344 after matching…

Lottery Results·Monmouth County News

Woman holds a large sign reading 'Bill to FIFA' and 'Amount Due: $48,000,000' in a crowded stadium area with trains and a 'World Cup 2026' banner in the background, suggesting a protest or satirical depiction.

Why Mikie Sherrill’s World Cup Tax Plan Was Doomed From the Start

New Jersey spent nearly a decade preparing for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. State leaders, including former New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy promised residents that hosting the world’s largest sporting event would…

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NJ Monday Morning Commute: Crashes Snarl Traffic on Route 29, Route 42, Route 17 and Major Crossings Into NYC

Multiple crashes and heavy rush-hour congestion are slowing traffic across New Jersey Monday morning, with significant delays reported on the Garden State Parkway, Lincoln Tunnel and George Washington Bridge. New Jersey commuters…

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Six People Stabbed by Homeless Man Inside Penn Station As World Cup Safety Concerns Grow

A stabbing attack that injured six people at New York Penn Station has raised fresh security concerns as the transit hub prepares to handle tens of thousands of FIFA World Cup fans…

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Mikie Sherrill Pulled the Police At Delaney Hall “To Appease the Psychos” Crispi Says

A conservative commentator is accusing Gov. Mikie Sherrill of weakening law enforcement efforts at Newark’s Delaney Hall protest site, while supporters of the demonstrations continue to criticize the police response. Newark, N.J.…

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Seaside Park police carry Flame of Hope in statewide tradition

Law enforcement agencies from across Ocean County joined forces for an annual run supporting Special Olympics New Jersey SEASIDE PARK, N.J. — The Flame of Hope made its way through the Jersey…

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Days After Aunt’s Killing in Woodstown, Murder Suspect Captured in Camden Following Multi-Agency Manhunt

Salem, NJ — A 27-year-old Woodstown man wanted in the fatal shooting of his aunt fled across multiple South Jersey counties before authorities tracked him down and arrested him in Camden, bringing…

South Jersey News

Police Light at a Crime Scene; File Photo

Man Accused of Beating Victim, Setting Trenton Home on Fire Captured After Weeks on the Run

Trenton, NJ — A Trenton man accused of attacking a resident inside a home and then setting the property on fire before fleeing has been arrested after a nearly three-week investigation that…

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