New Toms River Law Helps U.S. Military Veterans Become Police Officers in State’s 8th Largest Town

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Toms River has approved a new ordinance spearheaded by Mayor Rodrick that removes the college degree requirement for military veterans seeking a career in law enforcement. Previously, the township mandated a bachelor’s…

July 4, 2025

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Toms River Mayor Rodrick Places Downtown Homeless into Housing with State Funds

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Toms River, NJ – Mayor Daniel Rodrick has recently taken proactive measures to address homelessness in Downtown Toms River, securing emergency housing vouchers from the State Department of Community Affairs, led by…

July 3, 2025

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New Toms River Law Helps Military Veterans Become Cops

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TOMS RIVER, NJ – A new ordinance introduced by Mayor Rodrick and approved by the Toms River Township Council has made it easier for America’s military veterans to pursue a career in…

July 2, 2025

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SETS Hybrid Training opens new fitness center in Brick after success in Jackson and Toms River

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BRICK, N.J. — A new SETS Hybrid Training location officially opened its doors in Brick over the weekend, following successful launches in Jackson and Toms River. Local officials, including Mayor Lisa Crate…

June 25, 2025

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Convicted Felon Leading Political Campaign to Takeover Plumsted Council

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PLUMSTED, NJ – Politics in New Jersey is usually an ugly sport, but in Plumsted, it has become dirty. One slate of candidates is being backed by a convicted federal felon who…

June 10, 2025

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Hill Allies Seek to Regain Power in Toms River, Push Downtown Development Plans

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TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A new slate of candidates loyal to, and backed by former Mayor Maurice “Mo” Hill are hoping their protests against Mayor Dan Rodrick will turn into results in…

June 9, 2025

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Ciccozzi letter shows support for a countywide homeless shelter in Toms River, slams closure of downtown tent city

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TOMS RIVER, N.J. — In a letter to residents, Toms River Ward 4 Councilman David Ciccozzi voiced support for a county-operated homeless shelter while sharply criticizing Mayor Dan Rodrick’s handling of local…

May 30, 2025

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Mayor Rodrick Calls Opponent “Clown” and”Liberal Left Democrat” During Clash Over Toms River Homeless Shelter

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TOMS RIVER, NJ – Tensions flared between the Toms River council members and candidates aligned with Mayor Dan Rodrick and those candidates and council members aligned with former mayor Mo Hill over…

May 30, 2025

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Huge Cuts, No Tax Increase: Toms River Slashes $11 Million from Municipal Budget

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TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Mayor Dan Rodrick introduced a municipal budget on Wednesday that includes no increase in the municipal tax rate and cuts the budget from $146 million to $135 million,…

May 30, 2025

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Toms River candidate Anthony Ricotta backed by developers and PACs tied to downtown projects, filings show

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TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Campaign finance reports filed with the New Jersey Election Law Enforcement Commission (ELEC) show that Toms River council candidate Anthony Ricotta has received the bulk of his campaign…

May 29, 2025

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One Toms River candidate is being financed by dark-money PAC tied to homeless campus lobbyist and downtown developers

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TOMS RIVER, NJ – Reports filed by Anthony Ricotta show that his campaign is nearly fully funded by downtown developers, downtown property investors, homeless shelter advocates and a lawyer tied to the…

May 23, 2025

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Toms River Democrat primary pits tech entrepreneur against ex-con in Ward 4 race

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TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Democratic primary race for Toms River’s Ward 4 council seat features two sharply contrasting candidates: one with a background in technology and the arts, the other seeking…

May 19, 2025

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Toms River said no, but June primary election could revive canceled downtown tower project

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Mo Hill allies could revive halted downtown tower project in Toms River GOP primary fight TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A June 10 Republican primary in Toms River is shaping up as a…

May 14, 2025

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Toms River GOP Primary Could Have Big Impact on Downtown Twin Tower Apartments

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TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Mo Hill Team for Toms River, led by incumbent Councilmen James Quinlisk and David Ciccozzi, has kicked off its re-election campaign ahead of a heated Republican primary…

May 8, 2025

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Mo Hill Team’s Latest Election Campaign Could Breath New Life Into Downtown Toms River Twin Tower Project

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TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Mo Hill Team for Toms River, led by Councilmen James Quinlisk and David Ciccozzi, has officially launched their re-election campaign for the Toms River Township Council, signaling…

April 30, 2025

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Ousted Toms River mayor Mo Hill resurfaces at Jack Ciattarelli headquarters launch

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TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Former Toms River Mayor Mo Hill made a rare public appearance Saturday as he and his political allies rallied at the grand opening of gubernatorial candidate Jack Ciattarelli’s…

April 27, 2025

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Toms River Township slashes $5.5 million in payroll to keep taxes at 0%

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TOMS RIVER, N.J. — If you live in Toms River, you’re not going to have to worry about your municipal taxes increasing this year. Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick announced that the…

April 24, 2025

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An interview with Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick

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TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick announced that municipal property taxes will remain flat this year, crediting deep payroll cuts and a rollback of major development plans for the…

April 21, 2025

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Toms River political feud erupts over controversial ‘police’ fundraiser that’s not for local cops

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TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A scheduled fundraiser at the Clarion Hotel has sparked political infighting in Toms River, as local resident Paul C. Williams issued a blistering public statement accusing organizers of…

April 3, 2025

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Toms River Sues New Jersey After State Demands Affordable Housing Built on Cemeteries and School Fields

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TOMS RIVER, NJ – On Wednesday, Toms River Township Mayor Dan Rodrick and the township council announced they will continue to fight New Jersey’s affordable housing mandates by filing a lawsuit against…

March 27, 2025

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