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No boardwalk curfew: Ocean City shuts down viral rumor about public access

Ocean City, MD — A viral social media claim suggesting a curfew on the Ocean City Boardwalk has been debunked by police, who confirmed no restrictions are in place and the popular…

Maryland News

Virginia Beach police arrest suspect in Oceanfront shooting that wounded eight

Authorities say multiple suspects exchanged gunfire after dispute escalated along Atlantic Avenue Virginia Beach, VA — Eight people were wounded in a Virginia Beach Oceanfront shooting, leading to the arrest of an…

Virginia News

Stafford Township man pleads guilty to cocaine distribution, gun charges in Ocean County case

Prosecutors say drugs, paraphernalia and a loaded handgun were seized during a 2025 investigation Stafford Township, NJ — A 22-year-old Stafford Township man has pleaded guilty to cocaine distribution and illegal handgun…

Ocean County News·Police Blotter

Ocean County Braces for 4.5% Tax Levy Increase in 2026

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Energy bills, gas prices, food prices and insurance premiums aren’t the only new increased expenses for Ocean County residents in 2026. As local Republican leaders rail against the…

Central Jersey News·Community News·Five Towns NJ News·Government News

Woman Sues Jackson Township, Accusing Police Officer Responding to Emergency of Causing Crash that Led to Injuries

Jackson Township sued after police cruiser crash injures driver, lawsuit claims “Ocean County complaint alleges officer acted recklessly during 2025 collision.” Jackson, NJ – A Jackson Township resident has filed a lawsuit…

Jackson Township News·Ocean County News·Police Blotter

Female Lakewood police sergeant files gender discrimination lawsuit against township

“Ocean County complaint alleges years of bias, retaliation, and hostile work environment.” Lakewood, NJ – A Lakewood police sergeant has filed a detailed lawsuit accusing the township of fostering a workplace culture…

Ocean County News

Hero Cop Recognized: Ocean City K-9 tracks suspect across beach in burglary and assault arrest

A newly deployed police bloodhound followed a scent trail through multiple blocks and onto the beach, leading officers to a suspect hiding in a vehicle. Ocean City, MD – A coordinated response…

Maryland News·Pets and Animals

Breaking: Juvenile charged with attempted murder after teen shot in face at Ocean County Mall

A shooting at a busy shopping center left a 17-year-old hospitalized and sparked a swift multi-agency investigation. TOMS RIVER, N.J. – A juvenile suspect has been charged in connection with a shooting…

Investigative Report·Local Politics·Ocean County News·Political Crime and Corruption

Myrtle Beach police warn of crackdown on illegal spring break pop-up party events

Officials say unpermitted gatherings will be shut down immediately as crowds arrive for spring break. Myrtle Beach, SC – As spring break crowds begin to arrive along the Grand Strand, Myrtle Beach…

Police Blotter·South Carolina News·Travel

Jackson Township sued after police cruiser crash injures driver at intersection

A New Jersey lawsuit alleges reckless emergency driving led to a collision and injuries. Jackson, NJ – A Jackson Township woman has filed a civil lawsuit alleging a police officer caused a…

Jackson Township News·Ocean County News·Police Blotter

Fourth suspect arrested in Virginia Beach Oceanfront shooting that injured six

Police say additional arrests may follow as investigation into March 7 gunfire continues. Virginia Beach, VA – A fourth suspect has been arrested in connection with a shooting along Atlantic Avenue that…

Police Blotter·Virginia News

West New York police join nearly 7,000 plungers at Seaside Heights Polar Plunge

Thousands of participants, including West New York police officers, entered frigid ocean waters to raise money for Special Olympics New Jersey during Saturday’s annual Polar Plunge. Seaside Heights, NJ – Members of…

Community News·North Jersey News

One dead after dramatic police encounter in Ocean County

Police encounter in Lacey Township leaves one person dead, officer injured LACEY TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A police encounter in Ocean County early Monday morning left one person dead and a police officer…

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

What’s On Fire? Southern Ocean County Heavy Smoke Prompts Police Advisory

Authorities say a controlled burn by the New Jersey Forest Fire Service is causing widespread smoke but poses no threat to the public. Stafford Township, NJ – Smoke drifting across parts of…

Ocean County News·Police Blotter·South Jersey News

Beachwood Adds Two New Four-Way Stop Intersections on Barnegat Boulevard and Ocean Avenue

Beachwood police say two intersections have been converted to full four-way stops as part of a new traffic pattern beginning this week. Beachwood, NJ – Drivers traveling through Beachwood will notice new…

Community News·Ocean County News·Toms River News·Traffic Alerts

Virginia Beach Police Seek Suspects After Six People Shot at Oceanfront

Detectives are asking for the public’s help identifying two suspects who fled after multiple people were wounded in a shooting along Atlantic Avenue. Virginia Beach, VA – Police are asking for the…

Virginia News

Virginia Beach Police Detain 37 Juveniles During Overnight Oceanfront Curfew Enforcement

Three minors were arrested, including two found carrying firearms, during a late-night police operation at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront. Virginia Beach, VA – Virginia Beach police detained dozens of juveniles during an…

Virginia News

Woman Killed in Head-On Crash on Lakewood Road in Toms River, Police Suspect Impaired Driving

Authorities say a suspected impaired driver lost control and crossed into oncoming traffic late Saturday night. Toms River, NJ – A woman was killed Saturday night in a head-on crash on Lakewood…

Five Towns NJ News·Jersey Shore News·Ocean County News·Police Blotter

Virginia Beach Oceanfront Shootout Leaves Six Injured, Suspects Still Sought

Police say two men exchanged gunfire along Atlantic Avenue Saturday night, striking multiple bystanders in the crowded resort area. Virginia Beach, VA – Six people were wounded in a shooting Saturday night…

Police Blotter·Virginia News

Five Injured in Virginia Beach Oceanfront Shooting on Atlantic Avenue

Five people were wounded after two suspects exchanged gunfire near the Oceanfront late Saturday night, police said. Virginia Beach, VA – Five people were injured after gunfire erupted along Atlantic Avenue in…

Police Blotter·Virginia News

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No boardwalk curfew: Ocean City shuts down viral rumor about public access

Virginia Beach police arrest suspect in Oceanfront shooting that wounded eight

Stafford Township man pleads guilty to cocaine distribution, gun charges in Ocean County case

Ocean County Braces for 4.5% Tax Levy Increase in 2026

Woman Sues Jackson Township, Accusing Police Officer Responding to Emergency of Causing Crash that Led to Injuries

Female Lakewood police sergeant files gender discrimination lawsuit against township

Hero Cop Recognized: Ocean City K-9 tracks suspect across beach in burglary and assault arrest

Breaking: Juvenile charged with attempted murder after teen shot in face at Ocean County Mall

Myrtle Beach police warn of crackdown on illegal spring break pop-up party events

Jackson Township sued after police cruiser crash injures driver at intersection

Fourth suspect arrested in Virginia Beach Oceanfront shooting that injured six

West New York police join nearly 7,000 plungers at Seaside Heights Polar Plunge

One dead after dramatic police encounter in Ocean County

What’s On Fire? Southern Ocean County Heavy Smoke Prompts Police Advisory

Beachwood Adds Two New Four-Way Stop Intersections on Barnegat Boulevard and Ocean Avenue

Virginia Beach Police Seek Suspects After Six People Shot at Oceanfront

Virginia Beach Police Detain 37 Juveniles During Overnight Oceanfront Curfew Enforcement

Woman Killed in Head-On Crash on Lakewood Road in Toms River, Police Suspect Impaired Driving

Virginia Beach Oceanfront Shootout Leaves Six Injured, Suspects Still Sought

Five Injured in Virginia Beach Oceanfront Shooting on Atlantic Avenue

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