Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued for New Jersey, Delaware, Pennsylvania, and Maryland

The National Weather Service has issued Severe Thunderstorm Watch 394, effective until 9 PM EDT tonight. This alert impacts several regions across Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. Affected Areas in Delaware:…

Thursday Thunderstorms to Clear for a Beautiful Weekend at the Jersey Shore

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Tonight, there is a chance of showers and thunderstorms, followed by more steady showers and possibly a thunderstorm after 11 PM. Patchy fog is expected to develop after…

Here Are the Cities Where Dogs Bite Postal Workers Most in New Jersey

NEW JERSEY — The United States Postal Service (USPS) has reported over 5,800 dog attacks on its employees last year. In response, the USPS is initiating the 2024 National Dog Bite Awareness…

Trump Calls on Republicans in Ocean County to Vote Off Party Line in U.S. Senate Primary

TOMS RIVER, NJ—The Ocean County GOP has officially endorsed Curtis Bashaw for the U.S. Senate and will ask voters to cast their ballots for the locally endorsed candidate over the next week.…

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New Jersey’s Bitter War Between Chris Smith and Donald Trump Appears to Be Over

TOMS RIVER, NJ – New Jersey Congressman Chris Smith faced a tough 2022 primary election against his opponent, conservative podcaster Mike Crispi. That’s because Smith was feuding with the former President, who…

New Jersey Dad Who Killed Son on Treadmill Convicted

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Authorities have announced the conviction of Christopher Gregor, a 32-year-old from Monroe Township, for the aggravated manslaughter of his six-year-old son, identified only as C.M. The verdict followed…

New Jersey News·Ocean County News·Police Blotter

Traffic Delays Reported on Garden State Parkway

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Drivers heading shore bound on the Garden State Parkway are experiencing significant delays due to heavy traffic volume. As of the latest updates on May 31, 2024, the…

Jersey Shore News·New Jersey News·Traffic Alerts

Phil Murphy Says Jersey Shore Did Not Have Chaotic Memorial Day Weekend

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Large crowds of unruly teens, 90 arrested in Seaside Heights, fights along the boardwalks, the smell of marijuana drenching the air, a stabbing in Ocean City, and a…

Jersey Shore News·New Jersey News·Police Blotter

After Rough Start at the Jersey Shore, Murphy Calls for More Wind Turbines

TOMS RIVER, NJ – While Governor Phil Murphy spent his weekend from the safe and secure confines of his mansion at Island Beach State Park, he apparently hasn’t seen the real problems…

Community News·Jersey Shore News·New Jersey News

Democrats Now Outnumber Republicans in Ocean County Mail-In Ballots

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Ocean County has long been a Republican stronghold, but mail-in ballots are allowing Democrats to bridge that gap. According to county officials, this year, Democrats who have registered…

Jersey Shore Mayhem Strikes Multiple Beach Towns on Memorial Day Weekend

SEASIDE HEIGHTS, NJ – One boy was shot, another stabbed, and mass panic ensued in four Jersey Shore towns this Memorial Day weekend. Those incidents led police to enforce curfews for minors…

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Hill Agreement with Federal Government Leads to Increase in Home Synagogue Applications

TOMS RIVER, NJ (update)—A deal signed between Toms River Township and the federal government under the previous administration is leading to more applications to convert and expand single-family homes into religious houses…

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The Bennyhana Is About to Begin as Jersey Shore Tourism Season Kicks Off This Weekend

TOMS RIVER, NJ – There was once an offshore race at the Jersey Shore called the Benihana Grand Prix. It was an annual speedboat race off the coast in the Atlantic Ocean.…

Jersey Shore News·New Jersey News·Ocean County News·Toms River News

Ocean County’s 2024 Tourism Guide Is Now Available

TOMS RIVER, NJ—The 2024 Ocean County Travel Guide, an essential resource for visitors and locals, has been released, offering a wealth of information on the area’s attractions. Frank Sadeghi, Ocean County Commission…

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American Legion Military Ball Celebrates Service and Community at High School North

TOMS RIVER, NJ—This past Saturday, American Legion Post 129 hosted a Military Ball at High School North to celebrate the year’s end. The event honored military service and highlighted the American Legion’s…

School and Education News·Toms River News

Trenton Drug Dealer Going to Prison for 7 Years for Deadly Jersey Shore Drug Overdose Death

Berkeley Township, NJ – Ryan Thompson, 35, of Trenton, was sentenced to seven years in New Jersey State Prison by the Honorable Kimarie Rahill, J.S.C., following his guilty plea to Manslaughter in…

Police Blotter·New Jersey News

Trump Endorses New Jersey Senate Candidate Who Didn’t Fund Chris Christie’s Failed Campaign

TOMS RIVER, NJ—Former U.S. President Donald J. Trump has endorsed his candidate in the 2024 U.S. Senate GOP primary election. That election will choose a nominee to take the seat of embattled…

Government News·New Jersey News·Ocean County News·Politics

Fire Doused at North Pointe Hollow Condominium Complex

Toms River, NJ – The Pleasant Plains Fire Department swiftly responded to a fire report at the North Pointe Hollow condominium complex early Sunday. The situation quickly advanced to a structure fire…