Toms River Township Takes Your Garden and Landscaping to a New Level with Free Mulch and Wood Chips

Toms River officials are encouraging residents to take advantage of a popular program offering free compost, mulch, and wood chips made from locally recycled yard waste. Get your garden and landscaping in…

Community News·Gardening

Manchester Man Was Impaired During Serious Head On Crash in Toms River, Prosecutor Says

New charges were filed against a Manchester Township man after laboratory results allegedly showed he was under the influence of alcohol and controlled dangerous substances during a head-on crash that seriously injured…

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Head-on crash suspect accused of driving drunk and high in Toms River

Prosecutors say a New Jersey man fled into the woods after a crash that seriously injured multiple people before blood tests revealed alcohol and drugs in his system Toms River, NJ —…

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Toms River Mayor Wins Fight to Save America’s 250th Anniversary Fireworks Show

Mayor Dan Rodrick pressured council members to reconsider their vote to cancel the town’s 250th Independence Day celebration, confirming the township’s June 30 celebration honoring America’s 250th anniversary will proceed despite efforts…

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Toms River Fire Department Silent on “White Power” Call to “Shoot All Jews” Emergency Radio Broadcast

An audio recording obtained through a public records request is being swept under the rug after a voice on a Toms River fire dispatch channel made an antisemitic statement before being told…

Police Blotter·Central Jersey News

Toms River Recreation Offering Pickleball Classes and Summer Chess Camp

Residents looking to learn a new skill this year can sign up for beginner pickleball lessons or a week-long chess camp through Toms River Recreation programs. TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Toms River…

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Two New Businesses Open in Toms River: Dog Grooming and Middle Eastern Cuisine

Town officials recently celebrated the opening of a new dog grooming salon and a new Middle Eastern restaurant as small business growth continues across Toms River. TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Mayor Dan…

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Toms River’s Summer Beach Concerts and Fireworks: The Complete Schedule

From beachside fireworks to high-energy tribute bands, Toms River is once again turning Shelter Cove Beach into one of the Jersey Shore’s premier summer destinations. TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Summer at the…

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Toms River Council Votes Against Fireworks for America’s 250th Anniversary Celebration

America is about to celebrate its 250th anniversary this summer and cities across America are planning celebrations from one day spectacles to summer long celebrations. In Toms River, the Toms River council…

Toms River’s Anti-Gun Councilman Fails to Stop Indoor Gun Range as Construction Continues

Work continues on the planned $20 million Ocean County Sports Complex as anti-gun critics question the inclusion of an indoor shooting range located in the same plaza as dining and entertainment attractions.…

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Autistic Student Injured After Wheelchair Overturns on Toms River School Bus, Lawsuit Filed

A lawsuit filed in Ocean County alleges a non-verbal autistic student was injured when his wheelchair overturned during transportation home from school. TOMS RIVER — A civil lawsuit filed in Ocean County…

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Toms River Police Foundation Cancels Once Popular Junior Police Camp for Second Straight Summer

The Toms River Police Foundation has canceled its Junior Police Camp program for a second consecutive year, disappointing families who hoped the longtime summer program would return in 2026. Children hoping to…

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Hotel Plans Unveilved on Church Road In Toms River

Developer Markets Silverton Property for Hotel or Self-Storage Project Near Hooper Avenue A 4.5-acre commercial tract at one of Toms River’s busiest intersections is being promoted for major development, including a proposed…

Real Estate News·Ocean County News·Toms River News

Downtown Toms River Church Up For Sale

A longtime downtown church property has been listed for sale, presenting a unique redevelopment and investment opportunity in the heart of Toms River. Toms River, NJ – A prominent downtown property currently…

Real Estate News·Toms River News

Downtown Toms River Main Street Building Up For Sale for Possible Redevelopment

A fully leased retail property on Main Street has hit the market as interest continues to grow in Downtown Toms River’s redevelopment district. Toms River, NJ – A commercial building in the…

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Toms River Mayor Approval Rating at 68% in New Poll

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A new poll of Toms River residents found Mayor Dan Rodrick maintaining a 68% overall job approval rating, with residents expressing strong support for many of the administration’s…

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Route 34 stop leads to DWI arrest of Toms River woman during overnight patrol

Evening enforcement effort continues as officers remove impaired driver from busy Monmouth County highway Wall Township, NJ – Tuesday, May 26, 2026 – A 63-year-old Toms River woman was arrested for driving…

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PCP, MDMA and 106 MPH: Toms River Driver Indicted After Fatal Crash Killed 76-Year-Old Man

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A Toms River man accused of driving more than 100 mph while under the influence of PCP and MDMA now faces aggravated manslaughter charges in a crash that…

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Toms River Volunteers Set for Spring Park Clean-Up at Three Local Parks on Saturday

Toms River, NJ — Volunteers will head to three Toms River parks Saturday morning as the township’s Recreation Department hosts its annual Spring Park Clean-Up ahead of the busy summer season. The…

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Toms River Council Fabricates Imaginary “Technical Difficulties” in Premeditated Plot to Fire Town Employee

A chaotic Toms River Township Council meeting ended in an abrupt adjournment Wednesday night after several members of the public took control of the microphone and disrupted proceedings, shouting obscenities into the…

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