Monmouth County Freeholders Declare State of Emergency

FREEHOLD, NJ – The Monmouth County Board of Chosen Freeholders held a press conference on Friday, March 20 to announce the signing of a Monmouth County Emergency Declaration. “Our top priority remains…

March 20, 2020

2 mins read

“Chinese Virus” Spreading Illness and According to NJ Attorney General, Bias and Hate

Ocean County News·Police Blotter

TRENTON-New Jersey Attorney General Gurbir Grewal said bias crime is on the rise in New Jersey during the COVID-19 outbreak and warned against the spread of racial harassment. “COVID-19 is no excuse…

March 20, 2020

3 mins read

Text Scam Seeks to Exploit Coronavirus Scare

Police Blotter

Earlier this week, multiple US-based cellular customers received targeted text messages that falsely warned of an impending “mandatory quarantine,” highlighting cybersecurity concerns. Federal and State government officials remain committed to sharing timely…

March 20, 2020

1 min read

Ocean County Sheriff: Coronavirus Spreading Because People Won’t Listen

Government News·Health and Wellness·Ocean County News·Police Blotter

TOMS RIVER-Ocean County Sheriff Michael Mastronardy said tonight that the number of positive coronavirus cases has risen significantly and said it’s because some people just aren’t listening to local, county, state and…

March 20, 2020

1 min read

Coronavirus 2020: What Happens When Tens of Thousands of Carefree Spring Breakers Return Home Next Week?

Community News·Entertainment News·Health and Wellness

FLORIDA-Videos and photos being released by the media show crowds of high school and college kids celebrating spring break in Florida and Texas without a care in the world for the spread…

March 19, 2020

1 min read

Finding New Business Opportunities Area Pizzerias Turn to At-Home Pizza Making Kits

Business News·Ocean County News

JACKSON-Four days into home-schooling in Ocean County and with restrictions on in-house dining at restaurants and pizzerias, some restauranteurs are finding new ways to continue making sales during a very trying time.…

March 19, 2020

1 min read

Walmart Cutting Store Hours Nationwide, Imposing Limits in Necessities

Business News·New Jersey News

Walmart is once again changing its hours of operation to accommodate its customers and government directives during the coronavirus pandemic. “Our associates have been nothing short of heroic in their commitment to…

March 19, 2020

1 min read

Report: North Jersey Residents Flocking to Shore Homes to Escape Coronavirus

Community News·New Jersey News

A News12 report claims many North Jersey residents living in areas with higher concentrations of the Coronavirus are flocking to their Jersey Shore summer homes to try to escape the growing pandemic.…

March 18, 2020

1 min read

All Meetings Except March Council Meeting Canceled at Jackson Town Hall Through April 1st

Government News

All Jackson Township Municipal Offices and Buildings are closed TO THE PUBLIC until April 1st, 2020. We will be relaying updates on closures as the situation progresses. Offices will remain open internally…

March 17, 2020

1 min read

Photos: Las Vegas Strip Nearly Empty Amid Coronavirus Shutdown

Business News

LAS VEGAS, NV-The Las Vegas strip is virtually empty as casinos shut down and tourists stay home to self-quarantine during the coronavirus pandemic. This weekend, MGM Resorts announced its decision to…

March 17, 2020

1 min read

On The Ropes in Ocean County, Kate Gibbs Wants 100% Vote by Mail Election

Government News·Politics

TOMS RIVER-After suffering a critical campaign defeat in Ocean County, Burlington County candidate for Congress in CD-3, Kate Gibbs is calling for a total vote by mail primary election in June. Gibbs,…

March 16, 2020

1 min read

Prison Visitations Suspended in New Jersey

Government News·New Jersey News

TRENTON – Out of an abundance of caution, the New Jersey Department of Corrections (NJDOC) is temporarily suspending visits for the next 30 days, effective at 5 p.m. today, to mitigate the spread…

March 16, 2020

1 min read

Governor Murphy Asks for Special Affordable Care Act Open Enrollment Period

Community News·Government News·New Jersey News·Ocean County News

TRENTON – Responding to the global COVID-19 pandemic, Governor Phil Murphy today requested the federal government open a Special Enrollment Period (SEP) in New Jersey to allow uninsured and underinsured residents to enroll…

March 16, 2020

2 mins read

NBA Latest Victim of Coronavirus March Madness, Suspends Season

Business News·Local Sports News

NEW YORK — The NBA announced that a player on the Utah Jazz has preliminarily tested positive for COVID-19. The test result was reported shortly prior to the tip-off of Wednesday’s game between the…

March 12, 2020

1 min read

HOPE Sheds Light ends 2020 strong, looks to 2021 with hope

Ocean County News

Toms River, NJ – The year has been a source of inspiration for HOPE Sheds Light (HSL) as it has successfully turned countless challenges into opportunities for so many. The family-focused non-profit…

January 5, 2020

4 mins read

Hackensack Meridian Health Begins Recruiting Participants for ENSEMBLE 2, a Two-Dose Regimen Global Phase 3 Clinical Trial of Janssen’s COVID-19 Vaccine at Jersey Shore University Medical Center

New Jersey News

Hackensack Meridian Health, New Jersey’s largest and most comprehensive health network which has treated more COVID-19 patients than any other health system in the state, is now enrolling individuals in the Janssen…

January 5, 2020

2 mins read

HFA’s Brian J. Waldron is inducted into the Executive Board of MODC

Monmouth County News

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Brian J. Waldron, CPA, PSA, Senior Manager of HFA, was recently inducted into the Executive Board of the Monmouth-Ocean Development Council (MODC). “It is an honor to be…

January 5, 2020

1 min read

Some Residents Upset Over Free Narcan Program in New Jersey

New Jersey News·Ocean County News·Politics·School and Education News

TOMS RIVER-A posting by the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office on our Facebook page generated tens of thousands of reads and hundreds of comments from irate residents over the State of New Jersey’s…

June 18, 2019

1 min read

Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore Recognize 26 Young Women with Girl Scout Gold Award

Atlantic County News·Burlington County News·Cape May County News·Community News·Jersey Shore News·Monmouth County News

The Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore honored 26 exceptional young women with the Girl Scout Gold Award on Tuesday, June 12, at Branches Catering, Long Branch. First presented more than 100…

June 19, 2018

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