Leor Moshe admits operating a Ponzi scheme targeting Orthodox Jewish investors.

Leor Moshe, Toms River Man Admits Running $47 Million Ponzi Scheme That Targeted Orthodox Jewish Community

A Toms River investment promoter has pleaded guilty to federal wire fraud after admitting he defrauded more than 97 investors out of approximately $47 million in a Ponzi-like scheme, according to the…

Ocean County News·Jackson Township News·Local Politics·Toms River News

Residents gathered this week as Team Brick launched its grassroots organizing effort, discussing local priorities and beginning preparations for the 2027 Brick Township Council election.

Fight For Brick? Grassroots Movement Similar to Jackson Sprouts in Brick

A newly formed Republican organization in Brick Township says it is building support for the 2027 municipal elections with a focus on local issues, government transparency and a forthcoming "Brick First" policy…

Community News·Ocean County News·Toms River News

PETA's "iScream" truck is heading to Friendly's in Toms River to distribute free vegan ice cream while urging the restaurant chain to add dairy-free frozen dessert options.

PETA Bringing ‘iScream’ Protest Truck to Toms River Friendly’s With Free Vegan Ice Cream Giveaway

PETA will stage a demonstration outside Friendly's on Hooper Avenue in Toms River, offering free vegan ice cream as part of a campaign encouraging the restaurant chain to add plant-based frozen desserts…

Ocean County News·Jackson Township News·Toms River News

Dan Sciannameo has launched his campaign for Asbury Park mayor, pledging to tackle rising property taxes, redevelopment concerns, and the preservation of the city's historic boardwalk landmarks.

Asbury Park Planning Board Member Dan Sciannameo Launches Campaign for Mayor

ASBURY PARK, N.J. — Longtime Asbury Park resident and Planning Board member Dan Sciannameo has announced his candidacy for mayor, pledging to challenge what he describes as years of unchecked development, rising…

Monmouth County News·Local Politics

Jackson Property Taxes Spike 12% in July Estimated Tax Bill

Jackson Township homeowners are receiving estimated property tax bills showing increases of up to 12% while township officials finalize the delayed municipal budget and Mayor Jennifer Kuhn outlines community projects and accomplishments.…

Ocean County News·Jackson Township News·Local Politics·Political Crime and Corruption

Iemad Saifo, owner of a Collingswood restaurant, remains in ICE custody as the Department of Homeland Security disputes media coverage and highlights his immigration and criminal history.

DHS Says NJ Business Owner Arrested by ICE Not a Victim, But a Hardened Criminal

The Department of Homeland Security says a South Jersey restaurant owner detained by ICE is not simply a local businessman but an undocumented immigrant with a criminal history, while his family argues…

Business News·Food & Dining·Investigative Report·Local Politics

Free Kids Concert Tonight at Shelter Cove Beach Features Leepo the Clown in Toms River

Families can enjoy a free evening of music, comedy and interactive entertainment as Leepo the Clown headlines Toms River's Children's Summer Concert at Shelter Cove Beach Thursday night.…

What to do: Upcoming Events·Ocean County News·Toms River News

America's largest yeshiva has placed its name on the former Christa McAuliffe Middle School in Jackson, marking the next phase of its $40 million expansion beyond neighboring Lakewood.

World’s Largest Yeshiva that Sparked Lakewood’s Growth Moves Into Former Jackson Township Middle School

Beth Medrash Govoha has installed its signage at the former Christa McAuliffe Middle School, marking the beginning of the yeshiva's new campus in Jackson Township.…

New Jersey News·Local Politics·Political Crime and Corruption

Two juveniles in custody after 17-year-old killed in Essex shooting and barricade ends with arrest

Roman Wright identified as victim after second suspect is taken into custody following Akin Circle standoff ESSEX, MD – Two juvenile suspects are now in custody in the killing of 17-year-old Roman…

Police Blotter·Maryland News

Brooklyn killer gets 26 years to life after dismembering girlfriend and living with her remains

Justin Williams gets 26 years to life for murder of 22-year-old D’Asia Johnson in Brooklyn BROOKLYN, NY – A man who stabbed his 22-year-old girlfriend nine times, dismembered her body and lived…

Police Blotter·New York City News·New York News

Jersey City Man Found Fatally Shot Inside Cornelison Avenue Apartment, Homicide Investigation Underway

Authorities are investigating the fatal shooting of a 38-year-old Jersey City man who was found with apparent gunshot wounds inside a Cornelison Avenue apartment Tuesday night.…

Police Blotter·North Jersey News·The Buzz

Stylists from Just Your Style Salon are joining forces with MoonStruck Salon and Jacquie Colour Salon as the longtime Jackson business closes after nearly 27 years.

Jackson Crossing Salon Closes After Nearly Three Decades as Three Local Salons Unite

A longtime Jackson salon is closing after nearly three decades, but clients will find many familiar faces as Just Your Style merges with MoonStruck Salon and Jacquie Colour Salon beginning August 15.…

Jackson Township News·Business News

Police activity on street - drriver being pulled over

Gunman races into Newark street and opens fire before ducking back inside home

Surveillance video captures shooter pulling handgun from waistband before two vehicles are struck NEWARK, NJ – A gunman ran from the front steps of a Newark home into the street, pulled a…

Police Blotter·New Jersey News·North Jersey News

Caitlin Clark and Sophie Cunningham have become central figures in the WNBA's biggest debates over officiating, physical play and the league's rapid growth.

Straight White Girls Can Jump: The WNBA and its Reverse Racism Against Clark and Cunningham

Caitlin Clark and Sophie Cunningham have become two of the WNBA's most polarizing players as debates over officiating, physical play, media attention and league culture continue to divide fans.…

Local Politics·In the News·Investigative Report·Local Sports News

Stratford lottery player scores big on America 250 Connecticut ticket

Winning ticket sold at Bashir & Sons delivers a $25K payday STRATFORD, CT – A Connecticut Lottery player from Stratford scored a five-figure payday after an America 250 Connecticut ticket sold at…

Lottery Results·Connecticut News

KENO win turns Bridgeport donut shop into Connecticut Lottery hot spot

Daybreak Donuts sells winning ticket claimed by a Stratford player BRIDGEPORT, CT – A trip to a Bridgeport donut shop delivered far more than coffee and breakfast for one Connecticut Lottery player,…

Lottery Results·Connecticut News

Trenton Capitol - The New Jersey State House in Trenton, where lawmakers approved the Fiscal Year 2027 budget that has sparked debate over state and federal Medicaid funding.

Democrats in New Jersey Cut Medicaid Funding So They Can Blame Trump, GOP Says

Assembly Republicans say New Jersey reduced state Medicaid funding by $266 million despite a $1 billion increase in federal Medicaid funding, disputing Democratic claims about the source of healthcare funding changes.…

New Jersey News·Government News·Local Politics·Ocean County News

Toms River Council Votes Down Critical Road Paving and Park Repairs Proposed by Mayor

Mayor Dan Rodrick says political infighting on the Toms River Township Council is delaying a $9 million bond ordinance that funds road paving, equipment repairs and other public works projects.…

Toms River News·Government News

Newark officials blast false reports after deadly crash and deny police chase

Public safety director pushes back on accounts surrounding fatal Bloomfield Avenue collision NEWARK, NJ – Newark’s public safety director is pushing back against reports that a police pursuit preceded a deadly crash…

Police Blotter·New Jersey News

Newark gunman remains unidentified months after shots fired behind shopping center

Six shell casings found after surveillance video captures late-night gunfire on Avon Avenue NEWARK, NJ – A man walked into the rear lot of a Newark strip mall and fired several shots…