Toms River’s Homeless Camp is Closing, Nobody Will Spend Winter in the Cold Under New Plan

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — In October, Mayor Daniel Rodrick secured approval from the Township Council to allocate some unspent federal COVID-19 relief funds to house homeless residents currently living in wooded encampments…

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Toms River Closes Homeless Camps – Secures Out-of-Town Housing

Toms River’s wooded homeless camps are set to close as Mayor Daniel Rodrick received approval from the Township Council to use unallocated American Rescue Plan funds for temporary hotel housing for those…

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Dog Poops Out Rainbow Orbeez While Being Treated at Vet

Dogs, man. You think you’ve got their shenanigans all figured out, and then one goes and snacks on a bag of Orbeez like it’s gourmet kibble. Yep, a curious pup recently found…

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Two Found Dead in Southeast D.C. House Fire

Washington, D.C. – A house fire in Southeast has claimed the lives of two individuals, with an 85-year-old woman hospitalized in critical condition. Around 5:30 a.m. on Sunday, D.C. Fire and EMS…

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Howl-O-Ween Dog Costume Contest Set to Furr Up Keyport

KEYPORT, NJ – Get ready for an afternoon of paws and claws as the highly anticipated Howl-O-Ween Dog Costume Contest and Parade takes over the streets of Keyport on October 5, 2024.…

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Ocean Grove to Host Halloween Pet Parade for a Great Cause

OCEAN GROVE, NJ – On Saturday, October 19, 2024, Fireman’s Park in Ocean Grove will transform into a showcase of furry fashion as the Halloween Pet Parade & Costume Contest gets underway.…

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Kitten Survives Trip to 7-Eleven in Engine Compartment

Stafford, VA – A kitten was successfully rescued from the engine compartment of a Toyota RAV4 in Stafford County on Tuesday morning. The kitten, named Kitty Purry, had found its way into…

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The Time Tim Walz Corralled a Pig at Hastings College

Picture this: it’s October 1984, and the students of Hastings College, Nebraska, are probably just going about their day, heading to classes and planning their weekend activities. That is, until a surprise…

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Young New Jersey Entrepreneurs Donate Portion of Summer Profits to Save Marine Mammals

BRIGANTINE, N.J. — A group of young entrepreneurs from the Brigantine Farmer’s Market “Dolphin Tank” program presented a donation of $575 to the Marine Mammal Stranding Center (MMSC) on Saturday. The funds…

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Pumpkin Season Officially Kicks Off in Central Jersey Today: Here’s Where to Go

Ready to dive into some of the best pumpkin-picking spots in New Jersey? From farm animals to corn mazes and vintage tractors, this fall season is packed with fun. Whether you’re looking…

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Deputy Attacked by Pit BullsAfter High-Speed Police Chase

HAMBURG, IA—A high-speed chase on Hwy 275 resulted in the arrest of Troy Decker, 50, from Kingman, Arizona, after Fremont County deputies stopped a stolen 2004 Chevrolet Suburban on July 29 around…

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Toms River’s Budget Sees 0% Tax Increase in 2024

Toms River Mayor Announces 0% Tax Increase Despite Financial Challenges TOMS RIVER, NJ – Mayor Dan Rodrick announced a 0% tax increase for 2024, despite rising costs and the end of federal…

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Overwhelmed Sanctuary Seeks Urgent Help for 100+ Foster Kittens

Jackson, NJ — Calling All Cats Rescues Farm Sanctuary is urgently seeking donations as it faces overwhelming demands during kitten season. Currently housing over 100 kittens and cats in foster care, the…

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Meet Mozzarella: A Resilient Shelter Dog Awaiting a Forever Home in Forked River

FORKED RIVER, NJ – At the Associated Humane Popcorn Park Shelter, shelter dogs like Mozzarella spend their days eagerly awaiting adoption. On a hot and humid New Jersey day, Mozzarella, a nearly…

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NYC Woman Charged After Packing Puppies Into Hot Backpack on Sweltering Day

QUEENS, NY — A distressing scene unfolded on Beach Channel Drive at Horton Avenue this past Saturday evening, when NYPD officers from the 101st Precinct intervened in a suspected illegal transaction involving…

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Miss Peaches Inspires Jersey Shore Fire Company to Adopt Gus, The Fire Dog

Deal Police Department Commends Efforts to Support Shelter Animals Deal, NJ – The Deal Police Department has expressed gratitude to notable figures and organizations for their recent contributions to raising awareness about…

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Adoptions Sought as Greenbelt Shelter Over Maximum Capacity

GREENBELT, MD – The Greenbelt Animal Shelter is urgently seeking assistance from rescue groups or other shelters due to a critical overcapacity issue. The shelter currently cares for a mother dog and…

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Major Dog Fighting Ring Busted in North Toledo

TOLEDO, OH — In a significant crackdown on illegal dog fighting, Toledo Police, in coordination with multiple agencies, rescued 36 dogs from various residences in North Toledo on May 30, 2024. The…

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Woman Discovers Her Presumed-Euthanized Puppy is Alive and Up for Adoption

BALTIMORE, MD – Kristie Pereira was shocked to find her once desperately ill puppy, believed to have been euthanized, alive and up for adoption nearly a year after she relinquished him to…

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Meet Romeo, The World’s Tallest Cow

Romeo, the Tallest Steer in the World, Resides in Oregon Sanctuary NEW YORK, NY—Romeo, a six-year-old Holstein steer from Oregon, has been officially recognized as the tallest living steer, standing at an…

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