Center: Political insider Noriko Kowaleski parties with member of the Toms River Council aligned against Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick

Rodrick Says ‘No Way’ To New Political Patronage Job Created by ‘Mo Hill Gang’ Council

TOMS RIVER, N.J. – It’s the first regular township council meeting of 2026 and the newly elected township council is already creating jobs for their close friends and political allies by restoring…

Community News·Local Politics·New Jersey News·Ocean County News

Jackson mayor hires township planning board attorney to represent her business in real estate commission lawsuit

TOMS RIVER, N.J. – Jackson Township Mayor Jennifer Kuhn has retained prominent local attorney and current Jackson Planning Board attorney Robert Shea to represent her real estate company in a pending Ocean…

Community News·Business News·Jackson Township News·New Jersey News

Ocean County Seeks to Double Open Space Tax in 2026 With Ballot Referendum

TOMS RIVER, N.J. – The Ocean County Board of Commissioners began the new year with a historic swearing-in and an ambitious proposal from its new director aimed at curbing overdevelopment through expanded…

Community News·Investigative Report·Jackson Township News·Local Politics

The Lakewood Scoop Named Official Newspaper of Jackson in Unanimous Council Vote

JACKSON, NJ – The Jackson Township Council has voted to name the Lakewood Scoop, Jersey Shore Online, and the Asbury Park Press as the official newspapers of the township. Based out of…

Business News·Jackson Township News·Local Politics·New Jersey News

Manchester cocaine dealer pleads guilty

TOMS RIVER, N.J. – Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced that Ricardo Cruickshank, 29, of Manchester Township, pleaded guilty to two separate counts of possession of cocaine with intent to distribute,…

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Asarco Pit Death Leads to Prison Time for ATV Rider

TOMS RIVER, N.J. – A Howell Township man has been sentenced to three years in state prison after pleading guilty to strict liability vehicular homicide and endangering the welfare of a child…

Police Blotter·Monmouth County News·Ocean County News

Brick Township man sentenced to life without parole for orchestrating father’s murder

TOMS RIVER, N.J. – A Brick Township man convicted of arranging the killing of his father in 2019 has been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole, Ocean County…

Police Blotter·New Jersey News·Ocean County News·Top Headlines

Bill would raise Medicaid reimbursement rate for New Jersey pediatric long-term care facilities

TRENTON, NJ – A measure advancing through the New Jersey Legislature seeks to increase Medicaid and NJ FamilyCare reimbursement rates for pediatric special care nursing facilities, which provide around-the-clock medical and rehabilitative…

New Jersey News·Government News

Butterfinger Pizookie craze hits New Jersey BJ’s locations this week

TOMS RIVER, N.J. – Dessert lovers across New Jersey are in for a sweet start to the new year as BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse launches its newest creation, the Butterfinger Pizookie, available…

Business News·Food & Dining·New Jersey News·Ocean County News

Jackson Township Didn’t Fight Its Affordable Housing Battle As 27 Other Towns Suing State

JACKSON, NJ – In nearby Toms River, Mayor Dan Rodrick took the fight to Trenton, hired a competent fair share housing attorney, and won. A few other towns also fought and won…

Community News·Jackson Township News·Local Politics·New Jersey News

Ocean County welcomes 35 new Fire 1 recruits to training program

TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Ocean County Fire Marshal’s Office officially launched its latest Fire 1 training class last night, welcoming 35 new recruits who will begin the first phase of their…

Ocean County News

Ocean County consumer affairs director elected president of statewide consumer protection group

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Ocean County’s Director of Consumer Affairs, Ronald Heinzman, has been elected to a three-year term as president of the County and Municipal Consumer Agencies (CAMCA), following the organization’s…

Community News

Burger King restaurants at the Jersey Shore roll out new Ultimate Steakhouse Whopper and warm winter treat

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Burger King locations across Ocean County and the Jersey Shore are starting 2026 with bold new flavor and a local touch of comfort. Beginning January 6, guests in…

Business News·Food & Dining·Jackson Township News·Jersey Shore News

KFC launches $5 Bowls and new comfort lineup to kick off 2026 with value and flavor

TOMS RIVER, NJ – With winter settling in and budgets tightening, KFC is rolling out a warm answer to the January blues — a nationwide value lineup centered around its new $5…

Business News·Food & Dining·New Jersey News·Ocean County News

Freddy’s debuts Smash Burger Taco and Hot Chocolate Frost as part of new winter value menu

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers has rolled out two new limited-time menu items — the Smash Burger Taco and the Hot Chocolate Frost — as part of its…

Business News·Food & Dining·New Jersey News·Ocean County News

Traffic stop leads to arrest in $20 Lakewood gas theft case

LAKEWOOD, NJ – A minor gas theft earlier this month ended with criminal charges after a traffic stop in Lakewood led police to the suspect, authorities announced. According to the Lakewood Police…

Police Blotter·Ocean County News

Ocean County raises flag on SNAP benefits fraud to protect recipients

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Ocean County officials are urging residents who rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) to take extra precautions amid a surge in Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card…

Community News·Jersey Shore News·Local Politics·New Jersey News

Christmas Tree Recycling in Ocean County: Today is Take Your Christmas Tree Down Day

TOMS RIVER, N.J. – As National Take Down the Christmas Tree Day arrives today, Ocean County residents are being reminded to pack away the decorations, haul out the tree, and give it…

Community News·Five Towns NJ News·Jackson Township News·Ocean County News

Man charged on assault, resisting arrest charges

TOMS RIVER, N.J. – An Ocean County man identified as Aramis Vega is being held at the Ocean County jail following his arrest Monday on multiple charges, including aggravated assault on a…

Police Blotter

Ocean County man sentenced on drunk driving charges

TOMS RIVER, N.J. – Records show that an Ocean County man, identified as Rosalino Avarado Campos, was booked into custody Monday on drunk driving charges and is serving a short sentence at…

Police Blotter·Ocean County News

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Rodrick Says ‘No Way’ To New Political Patronage Job Created by ‘Mo Hill Gang’ Council

Jackson mayor hires township planning board attorney to represent her business in real estate commission lawsuit

Ocean County Seeks to Double Open Space Tax in 2026 With Ballot Referendum

The Lakewood Scoop Named Official Newspaper of Jackson in Unanimous Council Vote

Manchester cocaine dealer pleads guilty

Asarco Pit Death Leads to Prison Time for ATV Rider

Brick Township man sentenced to life without parole for orchestrating father’s murder

Bill would raise Medicaid reimbursement rate for New Jersey pediatric long-term care facilities

Butterfinger Pizookie craze hits New Jersey BJ’s locations this week

Jackson Township Didn’t Fight Its Affordable Housing Battle As 27 Other Towns Suing State

Ocean County welcomes 35 new Fire 1 recruits to training program

Ocean County consumer affairs director elected president of statewide consumer protection group

Burger King restaurants at the Jersey Shore roll out new Ultimate Steakhouse Whopper and warm winter treat

KFC launches $5 Bowls and new comfort lineup to kick off 2026 with value and flavor

Freddy’s debuts Smash Burger Taco and Hot Chocolate Frost as part of new winter value menu

Traffic stop leads to arrest in $20 Lakewood gas theft case

Ocean County raises flag on SNAP benefits fraud to protect recipients

Christmas Tree Recycling in Ocean County: Today is Take Your Christmas Tree Down Day

Man charged on assault, resisting arrest charges

Ocean County man sentenced on drunk driving charges

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