Toms River Mayor Approval Rating at 68% in New Poll

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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…

June 2, 2026

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Toms River Mayor Continues to Hold the Line on Taxes Amid Ongoing Budget Battle With Opponents

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Despite rising healthcare costs, out-of-control insurance hikes, and high fuel and energy costs, Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick’s administration continues to emphasize fiscal discipline and taxpayer relief, maintaining a steady approach to…

May 29, 2026

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Toms River Health & Wellness Fair to Bring Free Screenings, 60 Vendors to Senior Center

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TOMS RIVER, N.J. — More than 60 vendors, free health screenings and a community drug take back program are expected to draw residents to the Toms River Senior Center next spring as…

May 26, 2026

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Update: What’s Happening in Toms River’s $2 million Lawsuit Against Silverton EMS

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TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Toms River Township continues pursuing a high-profile civil lawsuit against Silverton First Aid Squad and its president, former police officer and former councilman Kevin Geoghegan, over allegations involving…

May 24, 2026

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Toms River Mayor Taking Fight To Stop Illegal Cadillac Health Benefits for Part-Time MUA Political Insiders to Court

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TOMS RIVER, NJ — A growing political battle inside Toms River Township government is now headed toward a possible courtroom showdown after Mayor Dan Rodrick vowed to challenge what he says are…

May 22, 2026

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Update: “I don’t like guns!” Transitioning Toms River Republican Says No to Indoor Gun Range

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TOMS RIVER, NJ – Toms River Councilman Tom Nivison, who says he’s a Republican, is leading the charge along with former Toms River Mayor Mark Mutter to block a gun range, restaurant,…

May 20, 2026

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Work Van Stolen in Toms River, Last Seen in Galloway Area, Business Says

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TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A work vehicle belonging to Rob’s Painting and Power Washing LLC was stolen Tuesday morning in Toms River and was later reportedly seen in the Galloway area, according…

May 19, 2026

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South Jersey Transportation Officials Indicted Over Not Paying Bills, Toms River Could Be Next

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Toms River, NJ — Two current and former South Jersey Transportation Authority officials face criminal charges after prosecutors accused them of using public power to punish a political opponent during a bitter…

May 16, 2026

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Toms River, Mayor Rodrick Welcomes New Shawarma Restaurant on Fischer Boulevard

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Toms River, NJ – Toms River officials joined business owners this week to celebrate the opening of one of the township’s newest restaurants, bringing Middle Eastern cuisine to a busy stretch of…

May 15, 2026

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‘Soldier’ Arrested for Child Exploitation Booked Into Toms River Jail

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TOMS RIVER, N.J. — An Ocean County man remained held without bail Thursday after being booked into the Ocean County Jail on charges tied to alleged child exploitation offenses, according to inmate…

May 14, 2026

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Toms River East Little League Opens 2026 Season as Program’s World Series Legacy Endures

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Toms River, NJ — Hundreds of young players, families, and local leaders filled the streets this week as Toms River East Little League launched its 2026 season with a community parade and…

April 24, 2026

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Former Toms River Mayor Mo Hill is Back and He Still Wants to Build a City at Ciba Geigy Superfund Site

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Toms River mayor blasts council for voting against plan to minimize state-mandated affordable housing plan. Toms River, NJ – Former Toms River Mayor Maurice “Mo” Hill returned to politics this week and…

March 17, 2026

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Toms River VAAD to Fight Mayor Rodrick’s Plan to Curb and Control High Density Housing Over Next 10 Years

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Mayor warns failure to adopt plan could trigger builder’s remedy allowing thousands of apartments. Toms River, NJ – The Toms River Jewish Community Council (VAAD) is trying to block Mayor Dan Rodrick’s…

March 11, 2026

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Why Does the Jewish Community Council Oppose My Plan to Halt Development? What Happens if the Council Doesn’t Pass My Plan?

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Jewish Community Leaders Oppose Toms River Mayor’s Plan to Halt State-Mandated Overdevelopment By Mayor Daniel T. Rodrick | Toms River Recently, the Toms River Jewish Community Council (TRJCC) issued a statement opposing…

March 11, 2026

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Toms River Mayor Says End Free Taxpayer Paid Health Benefits for Part-Time Government Officials

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Mayor Dan Rodrick says taxpayers should not fund healthcare coverage for officials who only attend occasional meetings. Toms River, NJ – Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick is proposing two ordinances that would…

March 10, 2026

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Toms River school board sued for hiring $850-per-hour lawyer tied to board president

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Board member alleges corruption, conflict of interest, and illegal spending amid district’s financial crisis TOMS RIVER, NJ – A Toms River Regional school board member is suing her own district, accusing fellow…

March 4, 2026

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Toms River mayor vows fight to end free healthcare plans for political appointees and part time political jobs

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Five-year term for bankrupted business owner Phil Brilliant deepens political divide over mayor’s plan to abolish utilities authority TOMS RIVER, NJ – Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick today reaffirmed his commitment to…

March 2, 2026

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Jackson Township to appoint former South Toms River Mayor Joseph Champagne as public defender

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JACKSON, NJ – The Jackson Township Council is set to consider a resolution appointing Joseph Makhandal Champagne, Esq., a former South Toms River mayor and noted attorney, as the township’s next municipal…

February 25, 2026

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Cash strapped Toms River school board hires expensive $850 per hour lawyer with ties to board president

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TOMS RIVER, N.J. – A Toms River Regional school board member has filed a lawsuit accusing the district of illegally approving one of the most expensive legal contracts in New Jersey public…

February 23, 2026

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Toms River mayor doubles down on ‘biased’ Asbury Park Press reporter

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Toms River, NJ – Mayor Daniel T. Rodrick is again accusing the Asbury Park Press and reporter Jean Mikle of publishing “biased, misleading, and inaccurate” stories about his administration, calling their coverage…

February 19, 2026

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