Did New Jersey Just Experience an Earthquake?

4.8 Earthquake Shakes New Jersey Tri-State Area TOMS RIVER, NJ—Homeowners across Ocean County are reporting a ground-shaking event that began at around 10:23 a.m. on Friday. The rolling and rumbling went on…

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Shakeup Reported at Lakewood News Website Once Under Fire for Anti-Christmas Article

LAKEWOOD, NJ – The Lakewood News Network, a controversial online blog with strong political influences that had engaged in pointed political attacks and a recently published article criticizing the celebration of Christmas,…

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Ocean County Jail 24-Hour Report: Who’s Checking in and Why

Toms River, NJ – Multiple people were arrested and charged throughout Ocean County in the past 24 hours and lodged in the Ocean County Jail. Amy Montanez was booked for contempt, violating…

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Million Dollar Jewelry Heist at Ocean County Mall: Here’s What We Know So Far

Sophisticated Heist at Ocean County Mall: Over $1 Million in Jewelry Stolen TOMS RIVER, NJ – In a brazen burglary at Venzio Jewelers within the Ocean County Mall, thieves made off with…

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Alleged Drug Dealer in Ocean County Held on Detainer from Monmouth County

TOMS RIVER, NJ — Tyquan Omar Jones faces a series of charges including drug manufacturing and conspiracy, as noted in his booking information. Jones is charged with the manufacture, distribution, and dispensing…

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Rider Injured in Easter Sunday Motorcycle Crash

MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ – An incident involving a Silver Suzuki GSXR 1300 motorcycle led to the hospitalization of an 18-year-old man on Sunday, March 31. Manchester Township Police were called to the…

Shore Towns Unite in Fight Against Phil Murphy’s Offshore Wind Projects

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Eight New Jersey shore towns, through legal representation by Pashman Stein Walder Hayden P.C., have reiterated their opposition to proposed offshore wind projects. The towns filed a public…

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Pork Roll Tacos, Nachos on the Menu at This New Jersey Baseball Stadium

Jersey Shore’s Classic Eats Hit a Home Run with New Stadium Stand JERSEY SHORE, NJ – The Jersey Shore BlueClaws and Taylor Provisions have unveiled a new partnership that brings a Taylor…

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Wall Police Make Six DWI Arrests

WALL, NJ – Local police have reported several arrests for driving while intoxicated (DWI) under John’s Law, spanning various locations and incidents. On March 23 at 7:00 PM, Ptl. Trent Powers conducted…

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Barnegat Lighthouse Looks Like New After Million Dollar Restoration

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Situated on Long Beach Island, the Barnegat Lighthouse now shimmers brightly in the Jersey Shore after a much needed million dollar face lift was completed last year. After…

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Lakewood Child Abduction Suspect Facing Multiple Charges After Crime Spree

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Law enforcement officials have announced the arrest of Quamel Benton, 35, from Farmingdale, following a spate of criminal activities across Lakewood and Toms River on March 21 and…

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Armed And Dangerous Criminal Facing ICE Detainer at Ocean County Jail

TOMS RIVER, NJ – A violent Illegal migrant is being held on a U.S. Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Detainer at the Ocean County Jail in Toms River. According to jail records,…

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Ocean County Officials Protest Murphy and Dems Latest Gas Tax Hike

TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Ocean County Board of Commissioners is taking a stand against proposed increases in state gas tax, tolls, and transit fares, voicing concerns over the financial strain on…

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Chris Christie Calls Out Phil Murphy School Funding Misinformation

TOMS RIVER, NJ—If you ask most people in rural suburban communities across New Jersey if their school districts are being properly funded, you’ll probably get an earful about cut programs, reductions in…

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Mafia Drama and Drag Shows Gone: Here Are Some Other Great Places to Eat in Silverton

TOMS RIVER, NJ—Losing a business in your community is never a good thing. Once again, residents of Silverton and the greater Toms River area are without a restaurant at the corner of…

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Little Egg Harbor Man Pleads Guilty to 2022 Pharmacy Robbery

TOMS RIVER, NJ — Christopher Hurley, a 27-year-old resident of Little Egg Harbor, entered a guilty plea to charges of robbery in connection with a 2022 incident at a Rite Aid Pharmacy…

Trump Pledges Pardons for January 6 ‘Hostages’ if He Wins in November

BEDMINSTER, NJ — In a controversial move, former President Donald Trump has vowed to pardon and release all individuals involved in the January 6 uprising at the U.S. Capitol Building. This declaration…

New Jersey, Pennsylvania Italian Ice Chain Giving Away Free Treats on First Day of Spring

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard, the renowned frozen treats destination, is offering its guests a reason to celebrate on the first day of spring. The brand, which…

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Andy Kim Defeats Tammy Murphy in Ocean County Landslide

TOMS RIVER, NJ – When New Jersey Democrats vote in privacy, they are overwhelmingly voting for Congressman Andy Kim in 2024 U.S. Senate convention circuit. When Democrats have to vote in public…

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Rain and Wind Raise Flood and Damage Concerns

TOMS RIVER, NJ The National Weather Service has issued a weather alert forecasting more rain from Saturday through Monday. Expected widespread rain this weekend, particularly on Saturday and into the night, could…

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