Toms River woman sentenced to probation for 2022 Manchester crash that killed two men

Toms River, NJ – The Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office announced that 30-year-old Danielle Bowker of Toms River was sentenced to five years of probation for her role in a fatal crash that…

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Toms River man charged in fatal Route 37 crash that killed 76-year-old driver

TOMS RIVER, NJ – A 40-year-old man has been charged after a fatal crash in Toms River Friday night that claimed the life of another driver, according to Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley…

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Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick accuses Asbury Park Press reporter of bias, defends administration’s record

Toms River, NJ – Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick issued a scathing statement Thursday accusing Asbury Park Press reporter Jean Mikle and the newspaper of “biased, misleading, and inaccurate” coverage of his…

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Plenty of time to hit the ice in Toms River at Winding River Skating Center

TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Winding River Skating Center has released its January 2026 public skating schedule, giving local residents a chance to hit the ice throughout the month at various times.…

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Taxpayers in Toms River and Jackson should pay for road paving in private gated communities, New Jersey lawmaker says

JACKSON, NJ – There’s bad news on the horizon for towns with large senior citizen populations like Jackson Township and Toms River. Under the current law in New Jersey, private gated communities…

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Toms River clerk breaks free as robber tries to bind her with zip ties

Smoke shop robbery suspect sought after zip tie attack in Toms River TOMS RIVER, NJ – Police are searching for a suspect who tried to restrain a female employee with plastic zip…

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Toms River’s Bey Lea Golf Course launches 2026 discount card program with up to 40% savings

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick encourages residents to take advantage of winter discounts to prepare for their 2026 golf game. Bey Lea Golf Course, operated by Toms River…

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Waterfront development site on Kettle Creek in Toms River goes under contract for $4.25M

TOMS RIVER, NJ – A prime 3.41-acre waterfront property along Kettle Creek in Toms River’s Silverton section is officially under contract, marking one of the area’s most notable pending land sales in…

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Toms River JROTC drill team closes season with top honors at Central Regional competition

TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Toms River Regional Schools Junior ROTC Battalion Drill Team ended its season on a high note Saturday, turning in a strong performance at the final competition of…

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Emmy-winning alum returns to Toms River South to inspire business students

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Business Academy students at Toms River High School South got an inside look at the media industry this week when Emmy-winning alum Jenna Powitz returned to campus to…

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Walmart parking lot chase ends with Toms River man headed to state prison for five years

Toms River man gets 5 years in prison after gun found in crashed van and cocaine case near Walmart TOMS RIVER, NJ — A Toms River man who prosecutors say was found…

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Reich Farm Former Superfund site in Toms River listed for $18M redevelopment opportunity

TOMS RIVER, N.J. – The former Reich Farm property — once the center of one of New Jersey’s most notorious environmental contamination cases — is back in the spotlight, now being marketed…

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Former Trainside Warehouse site in South Toms River hits the market for redevelopment

TOMS RIVER, N.J. – The longtime Route 9 property once home to the Trainside Warehouse and later an indoor flea market and sports complex is back on the market, with new plans…

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Unlicensed driver in deadly double-fatal Toms River crash now faces multimillion-dollar civil lawsuit

TOMS RIVER, NJ – The man accused of driving a BMW that caused a deadly crash on Route 37 last year — killing two people and critically injuring two others — has…

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Jon Bon Jovi’s downtown Toms River soup kitchen to close down

TOMS RIVER, N.J. – The JBJ Soul Kitchen Pop-Up, a community dining initiative founded by musician Jon Bon Jovi and his wife Dorothea, will close its doors at the Ocean County Library…

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Toms River Police Chief Backs Mayor’s Decision to Veto Council’s Ordinance on Police Testing

TOMS RIVER, N.J. – Mayor Dan Rodrick has promised to veto a Toms River Township Council measure that would have extended an expired police promotion list, siding with Police Chief Guy Maire…

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New Ocean County Commissioner faces scrutiny over continued ratepayer-funded health benefits at Toms River MUA

TOMS RIVER, N.J. – Newly elected Ocean County Commissioner Shmuel “Sam” Ellenbogen is drawing renewed criticism for continuing to receive free, high-value health benefits from the Toms River Municipal Utilities Authority, where…

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Toms River Police Chief Backs Mayor Rodrick’s Veto of Council Resolution to Unfairly Extend Promotions List

TOMS RIVER, N.J. –A veto by Mayor Dan Rodrick backing Police Chief Guy Maire could settle an ongoing dispute between the chief and several members of the Toms River Township Council who…

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Toms River promotes winter party fun at Winding River Ice Rink

TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Toms River Township Government is inviting residents to celebrate the winter season with parties at Winding River Ice Rink, offering a mix of skating and social fun…