Howell Man Confirmed Dead After Drowning at Sarco Lake in Manchester

A tragic incident occurred at the Heritage Mineral property in Manchester on Saturday morning, leading to the death of 33-year-old Howell Township resident Edwin Toro-Mejia. Toro-Mejia was unlawfully visiting the 7000-acre privately-owned…

New Jersey News·Ocean County News·Police Blotter

Unhealthy Air Quality Alert Issued for Ocean County

Toms River, NJ — The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection has issued a code orange air quality alert for Saturday, June 22, 2024, affecting Ocean and Southeastern Burlington Counties. A code…

Power Outages Plague JCP&L in Northern Ocean County as Temperatures Soar

TOMS RIVER, NJ – On Friday, as temperatures soared and the heat index climbed above 100 degrees across Northern Ocean County, JCP&L was plagued with power outages in Jackson, Toms River, and…

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What’s On Fire In Ocean County? I Smell Smoke

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Residents as far east as Toms River have noticed the smell of smoke in the air on Friday and Saturday, causing many to take to social media to…

Community News·New Jersey News

Explore the “Secret Gardens of Brick” Tour and Tea Event

The Brick Garden Club is excited to announce its annual “Secret Gardens of Brick” Tour and Tea, taking place on Tuesday, July 9, starting at 10 am. This cherished event offers participants…

What to do: Upcoming Events·Ocean County News

Jackson All-Stars 8u Dominate Holbrook in Youth Baseball Showdown

JACKSON, NJ – In a commanding performance, the Jackson All-Stars 8u defeated the Holbrook 8u All-Stars 13-0 on Thursday, showcasing their dominance early in the game. The Jackson team ignited their offense…

Local Sports News·Ocean County News

7-Eleven Closing 272 More Stores Across America in 2024 After 2022 New Jersey Cutback

NEW YORK, NY – 7-Eleven is set to close 272 locations across the United States in 2024, following a significant reduction in stores the previous year. The specifics regarding which stores will…

Business News·New Jersey News

New Jersey’s Most Powerful Democrat Party Boss Operates Criminal Enterprise, State Charges

TOMS RIVER, NJ — Anyone who knows anything about politics in New Jersey knows corruption in the Garden State has no limits and that the largest brokers of political corruption are the…

Police Blotter·Politics

Ocean County Man Pleads Guilty in September Shooting Robbery

TOMS RIVER, NJ—Marc Manfredonia, 33, of Little Egg Harbor, has pled guilty to robbery in connection with a September 9, 2023, incident in Little Egg Harbor Township. During his sentencing on August…

Ocean County News

Stop and Shop Closing Stores, One Confirmed in New Jersey: Here’s What We Know

Jackson Stop & Shop to Close Due to Poor Performance JACKSON, NJ – Stop & Shop has announced it will be closing several stores in the New York and New Jersey region…

Business News

Wall Township Police Weekly Arrest Report

WALL TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Wall Township Police Department has reported several arrests from the past week, spanning from drug possession to driving under the influence. Monday, June 10, 2024: Patrolman James…

Lakewood KKK Member Was Once Elected to the Ocean County Board of Freeholders

TOMS RIVER, NJ – You might have heard that Toms River and Ocean County were once a hotbed of activity for the Ku Klux Klan, but did you know that the KKK…

Government News·New Jersey News·Ocean County News

Ocean County Could Be Test Bed for New Domestic Violence Ankle Monitor Program

TRENTON, NJ — Assemblywoman Carol A. Murphy of District 7 (Burlington) has introduced Bill A3731, which aims to establish a four-year pilot program in Ocean County for the electronic monitoring of certain…

New Jersey News·Ocean County News

Red Lobster Closures No Problem, Flava Flav is Here to Promote Crabfest

Red Lobster and Flavor Flav Kick Off Crabfest 2024 TOMS RIVER, NJ —Red Lobster has teamed up with longtime fan Flavor Flav to announce the return of Crabfest. The annual seafood celebration…

Entertainment News·Food & Dining·New Jersey News·New York News

Celebrate The Longest Friday of 2024 at TGI Fridays

TOMS RIVER, NJ — TGI Fridays is welcoming the summer season with an enticing celebration on June 21, the longest Friday of the year, featuring a “Free Fridays for a Year” giveaway…

Business News·Food & Dining

Motorcyclist Injured in Crash With Car on Route 571

MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ — A severe motor vehicle accident involving a motorcycle and a car occurred at the intersection of County Route 571 and Beacon Street on Sunday, June 9, around 1:11…

New Jersey News·Ocean County News·Police Blotter

Little Egg Harbor Man Sentenced to Twelve Years for Robbery

OCEAN COUNTY, NJ—Christopher Hurley, a 27-year-old resident of Little Egg Harbor, has been sentenced to twelve years in New Jersey State Prison for a robbery committed in 2022. Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley…

Woman Using Cell Phone Charged for Deadly Crash That Killed Child and Mother of Seven

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced the arrest of Sorah Tyner, 37, of Toms River, following a devastating car crash in Jackson that resulted in two fatalities,…

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Fire Safety Tips for Home Oxygen Use During Summer Months

TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Toms River Bureau of Fire Prevention has issued important safety guidelines for the use of medical oxygen at home, especially as the summer season brings potential air…

Community News·Health and Wellness·New Jersey News·Toms River News

Multiple Critical Injuries After Head-On Crash Involving Passing Car on Route 70

MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ—A severe head-on collision occurred late Wednesday night on State Highway 70 near mile marker 34.5, involving two vehicles and resulting in critical injuries for one of the drivers. At…

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