These Ocean County Fire Departments to Receive Over $1 Million in American Rescue Plan Funding

TRENTON, NJ—Governor Phil Murphy announced a $20 million allocation in American Rescue Plan Firefighter Grants for fire departments throughout New Jersey. This funding aims to support the acquisition of essential protective, cleaning,…

Shelter Hoping Wonderful Dog in Captivity Can Finally Find a Forever Home

FORKED RIVER, NJ – Stella, a six-year-old dog with a heartbreaking past, has been waiting for over a year at the Associated Humane Popcorn Park Shelter in Forked River, New Jersey, for…

Monmouth County Fatal Crash Report Shows Twelves Deaths in First Two Months of 2024

Recent Traffic Fatalities in Monmouth County In Monmouth County, there have been a series of traffic-related fatalities spanning from January to February 2024. A total of 11 accidents were reported, resulting in…

Aberdeen Police Blotter: Here’s What’s Happening

ABERDEEN, NEW JERSEY — The Aberdeen Township Police Department has disclosed a series of arrests made over the past month, addressing a variety of charges ranging from contempt of court to aggravated…

Six Drunk Drivers Arrested in St. Patrick’s Day Parade DUI Operation

WALL TOWNSHIP, NJ — In response to the annual Belmar St. Patrick’s Parade, the Wall Township Police Department increased patrols on Sunday, March 3, utilizing funds from the New Jersey Division of…

Phil Murphy Cuts $20 Million in Community College Funding Under Stronger and Fairer Budget

TRENTON, NJ — Northwest New Jersey legislators, including Sen. Parker Space, Assemblyman Michael Inganamort, and Assemblywoman Dawn Fantasia, advocate for Governor Phil Murphy and Democratic lawmakers to reinstate a $20 million funding…

Found Beagle: Seeking Owner in Somers Point

SOMERS POINT, NEW JERSEY – The Somers Point Police Department has found a Beagle in the vicinity of Wilmont and the bike path. The department is seeking assistance in locating the dog’s…

“Distract and Grab” Theft Ring Busted After Statewide Investigation

STAFFORD TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Stafford Township Police Department announced the arrest of three individuals involved in a series of “Distract and Grab” thefts and credit card fraud incidents across New Jersey…

Five in Passaic County Face Armed Robbery Charges

NEWARK, NEW JERSEY — U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced charges against five residents of Passaic County, New Jersey, for their involvement in the armed robbery of a Saddle Brook residence. Jamere…

Police Continue Investigation in ATM Skimming Case

GALLOWAY TOWNSHIP, NEW JERSEY — The Galloway Township Police Department is reaching out to the community for assistance in identifying two male suspects involved in an ATM skimming incident. The event took…

Toms River Man Receives 25-Year Sentence for Assault, Stolen Gun

OCEAN COUNTY, NEW JERSEY — Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced the sentencing of Raphael Powell, a 38-year-old resident of Toms River, to a 25-year term in New Jersey State Prison.…

Man Accused Of Providing Bob Menendez’s Wife With Mercedes Pleads Guilty To Bribery

Man Accused Of Providing Bob Menendez’s Wife With Mercedes Pleads Guilty To Bribery Arjun Singh on March 1, 2024 A defendant who was indicted alongside Democratic Sen. Robert Menendez of New Jersey…

Lindenwold Police Department Celebrates Retirement of Lieutenant Ken Balmer

LINDENWOLD, NEW JERSEY — The Lindenwold Police Department proudly announces the retirement of Lieutenant Ken Balmer, marking the culmination of a distinguished career in law enforcement that began in 1999. Initially serving…

Police Arrest Man Who Jumped Into Frigid River to Evade Cops

SECAUCUS, NEW JERSEY — A high-speed chase culminating in a dramatic river escape attempt ended in the arrest of Gregory Calvo, 53, of Union City, on February 23, 2024. The Secaucus Police…

Juvenile Charged for Bomb Threats to Schools in Multiple States

MONTGOMERY COUNTY, MARYLAND — The Montgomery County Police Department announced that criminal charges have been filed against a juvenile male for making bomb threats to Wootton High School, as well as to…

Dover Police Issue Warrants for Suspects in Attempted Robbery

DOVER, DELAWARE — The Dover Police Department has announced the issuance of warrants for 25-year-old Michael Larbi and a 17-year-old male, both residents of Dover, following an attempted robbery at a local…

Man Found Dead in Trunk in Lakewood Identified as Missing Man Last Month in Manchester

LAKEWOOD TOWNSHIP, NEW JERSEY — Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer has confirmed the identity of a man found deceased in Lakewood Township as 57-year-old David Koscuik of Lakewood. The discovery was…

Toms River Police Continue Investigating Into Recent Credit Card Theft

TOMS RIVER, NEW JERSEY — The Toms River Police Department requests public assistance in identifying a male suspect in a recent credit card theft. The individual is accused of removing a credit…

Pennsylvania Woman Convicted in Double Homicide Case

TOMS RIVER, NEW JERSEY — Sherry Lee Heffernan, a 57-year-old woman from Landenberg, Pennsylvania, has been found guilty of two counts of murder, along with several weapons charges, by an Ocean County…

Ocean County Lawmakers Slam Murphy’s Financial Blow to Local School Districts

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Assemblymen Greg McGuckin and Paul Kanitra are vocalizing their discontent with Governor Phil Murphy’s approach to school funding, particularly criticizing the impact on coastal Ocean and Monmouth school…

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