Here’s How, Where, and When to Vote in Ocean County

TOMS RIVER, NJ — According to county officials, Ocean County voters have many choices for casting ballots in the upcoming General Election. Early voting begins Oct. 28, vote-by-mail is already underway, and…

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Ocean County Faces Pharmacy Crisis as Rite Aid Stores Close Unexpectedly

TOMS RIVER, NJ — Ocean County’s senior citizens confront an uncertain future as two Rite Aid pharmacies abruptly closed their doors this month, according to Joseph H. Vicari, Director of the Ocean…

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New Jersey Contractor Blew Customer’s $115k Deposit Gambling in Atlantic City

OCEAN COUNTY, NJ — On October 23, Jeffrey Crawford, 50, of Lacey Township, entered a guilty plea for the crime of Theft by Failure to Make Required Disposition of Property before Judge…

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Catalano Calls for Backup, Says County Assistance Needed in Brick Crime Wave

BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ – In light of several incidents in Brick in recent months, mayoral candidate John Catalano says the Brick Township Police Department alone cannot police one of America’s safest communities.…

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New Jersey Congressman Says Republicans Are the Party of Fear and Vitriol, Can’t Be Trusted

TOMS RIVER, NJ – If you are a Republican, you are the problem. That’s the message from New Jersey Congressman Andy Kim who says the Republican party cannot be trusted to run…

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A Rainy Day Guide to New Jersey that Doesn’t Include the Same Old Boring Stuff

TRENTON, NJ – What gives, New Jersey? This is the seventh straight weekend of rain that has dampened the Garden State. This is supposed to be the time when we’re enjoying the…

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Candidates Find Themselves Buried in Their Own Past Across New Jersey

TOMS RIVER, NJ – As elections approach, candidates in Ocean County find themselves scrutinized for past actions that raise ethical and moral questions. Background checks and social media vetting are standard practices…

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Famous People Who Got Their Start at the New Jersey Shore

ASBURY PARK, NJ – The lively and picturesque Jersey Shore has long been recognized as a nurturing hub for emerging talents. Over the years, this coastal stretch has provided a supportive ambiance…

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Javon Cutler Murder Suspects Sentenced to Decades in Prison

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Leyron Jones, 26, and Daivon Sullivan, 21, both of Toms River, have been sentenced to 50 and 40 years in New Jersey State Prison (NJSP) respectively for their…

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New Jersey Congressman Chris Smith is the Only Logical Answer for Speaker of the House

TOMS RIVER, NJ – New Jersey Congressman Smith has a reputation in Washington, D.C. for being a bi-partisan deal-maker and a master of diplomacy and compromise. He’s not too Trumpy and he’s…

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New Jersey’s Equality Police Say These Five Towns Violated LGBTQ Marriage Rights

The Division on Civil Rights (DCR) under the guidance of Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin, announced the resolution of its inaugural enforcement actions as part of the Marriage Equality Enforcement Initiative. This…

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Andy Kim Challenges Sen. Bob Menendez Amid Bribery Allegations in 2024 Primary

In the face of corruption charges against incumbent U.S. Senator Bob Menendez, New Jersey Congressman Andy Kim has thrown his hat into the ring for the 2024 Democratic Primary election for the…

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Andy Kim Silent on Hateful Messages By Key Staffer’s Running Mate’s Anti-Gay Messages

TOMS RIVER, NJ – New Jersey Congressman Andy Kim is running for U.S. Senate in a bid to challenge incumbent Senator Robert Menendez. Menendez has been indicted once again on federal corruption…

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Monmouth GOP Candidates Slam Gopal, Dems for Monmouth ‘Crime Spree’

COLTS NECK, N.J. — In a joint statement released today, Steve Dnistrian, Candidate for New Jersey State Senate, along with Assemblywomen Marilyn Piperno and Kim Eulner of New Jersey’s 11th Legislative District,…

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Community Medical Center Among Hospitals in New Jersey With New COVID-19 Mask Mandate

TOMS RIVER, NJ – In response to a recent surge in COVID-19 infections, numerous hospitals across New Jersey have reinstated mask mandates this October. On October 4, 2023, Inspira Health and Holy…

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Seaside Heights Man Charged with Manslaughter in Cyclist’s Death

SEASIDE HEIGHTS, NJ – Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced that Anthony Collins, 40, of Seaside Heights, has been charged with Manslaughter and Endangering an Injured Victim. These charges are related…

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Troubled Past Starting to Haunt Political Candidates at the Shore and Beyond

TOMS RIVER, NJ – The leaves are falling, the days are getting shorter and Halloween haunts are popping up all over the Jersey Shore as the festival of the dead draws near.…

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Two Pedestrians Struck on Same Day in Manchester

MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ – Manchester Township Police Department is urgently seeking the public’s help in solving two separate hit-and-run incidents that occurred on Sunday, leaving two local residents injured. The events unfolded…