ICE demands Ocean County to honor detainer of Lakewood migrant charged with sexual assault of minor

Federal officials say a detainer has been lodged as local authorities hold suspect without bail. Lakewood, NJ – Federal immigration officials are urging Ocean County authorities not to release a man arrested…

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Lakewood’s explosive growth reshapes Ocean County as Orthodox community, shtickle pioneers expand outward

A decades-long population surge centered in Lakewood is driving significant demographic, housing, and political changes across neighboring New Jersey towns. Lakewood, NJ – What began as a small yeshiva community in the…

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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…

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Ocean County College dean arrested in Pleasantville on child sex assault charges

A senior college official is accused of targeting a minor in a case spanning multiple incidents this month. TOMS RIVER, NJ – He was named Dean at Ocean County College just two…

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DHS asks New Jersey officials to hold Ocean County man accused of child sexual assault for ICE.

Federal officials say the Mexican national previously deported should be transferred to immigration custody. Newark, NJ – Federal immigration officials are urging New Jersey authorities to transfer an Ocean County man accused…

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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…

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Seaside Heights Ocean-Block Retail Property Listed for $3.5 Million With Redevelopment Potential

A fully leased retail strip center near the beach in Seaside Heights has hit the market for $3.49 million, with potential for future residential redevelopment. Seaside Heights, NJ – A beachside commercial…

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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…

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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…

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Three arrested after wild shootout on Virginia Beach Oceanfront

Three suspects arrested after gunfire injures six on Virginia Beach Oceanfront VIRGINIA BEACH, VA — A shootout along the Virginia Beach Oceanfront that left six people wounded has resulted in multiple arrests…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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Another Ocean County School to Shut Down Over Continued State Funding Cuts

District officials say state funding cuts and a failed referendum forced the Ocean Gate school to shut down starting next school year. Ocean Gate, NJ – The Ocean Gate School District will…

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Ocean County approves new traffic signal projects in Lakewood, Berkeley, and Jackson

Upgrades include improved pedestrian safety, vehicle detection systems, and intersection lighting. Toms River, NJ – The Ocean County Board of Commissioners has authorized several traffic safety improvement projects designed to enhance road…

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Ocean County approves new grant funding, shared service agreements, and veterans bureau creation

Board of Commissioners greenlights public safety upgrades, municipal service contracts, and housing rehabilitation support for 2026. Toms River, NJ – The Ocean County Board of Commissioners has approved a wide range of…

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YouTuber Tyler Oliveira, Ocean County politician, deplatformed after controversial Lakewood video

Platforms crack down after Oliveira’s “Jewish invasion” video accuses Lakewood’s Orthodox community of welfare abuse. Lakewood, NJ – Tyler Oliveira, a YouTube documentarian known for on-the-ground exposés, has been banned from Facebook,…

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Ocean County GOP Commissioner Describes Flight from Iranian Islamic State to Find Success in America in Business and Politics

A young refugee from Iran rose to become one of New Jersey’s most influential county leaders TOMS RIVER, NJ – Frank Sadeghi, who once escaped the oppressive regime of Iran as a…

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Ocean County man held without bail on sexual assault charges

Ocean County man has been lodged in the county jail on multiple sexual assault and child endangerment charges, court records show. Ocean County, NJ – An Ocean County man is being held…

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