Letter to the Editor: Fraud Conviction of Rise Up Ocean County Leader Shows Double Standard

The following is a letter submitted to Shore News Network and doesn’t represent the views of Shore News Network or its partners or affiliates. by Jimmy Roland As residents of Ocean County…

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Report: Facebook Shuts Down Rise Up Ocean County Permanently

JACKSON-After months of efforts to shut down a Facebook page operating in Ocean County deemed as anti-Semitic, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy and Attorney General Gurbir Grewal today announced that Rise Up…

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Ocean County News: At the Simon Wiesenthal Center Event In Toms River condemning Hate Group Rise Up Ocean County

At the Simon Wiesenthal Center Event In Toms River condemning Hate Group Rise Up Ocean County https://greaterlakewood.com/today-simon-wiesenthal-center-to-slam-rise-up-ocean-county-website-that-mocks-anti-semitism/…

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Rise Up Ocean County Shut Down by Facebook?

TOMS RIVER-The Facebook page “Rise Up Ocean County” has apparently been shut down according to members of the group. Facebook did not respond to comment today, but Jackson NJ Strong, a page…

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Murphy Administration Calls On Facebook to Shut Down “Rise Up Ocean County” Page

Is state letter to Facebook a challenge against anti-semitism or assault against free speech in New Jersey? TOMS RIVER, NJ-A popular and growing Facebook page, “Rise Up Ocean County” (RUOC) is under…

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Illegal Immigrant Arrested as Migrant Based Ocean County Shoplifting Criminal Enterprise Broken Up

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Wady A. Lopez-Florentino, 35, was arrested on January 18, 2025, in Ocean County on multiple charges, including shoplifting, resisting arrest, and obstructing the administration of law. Lopez-Florentino, who…

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Northern Ocean County’s Transformation: How Decades of Growth Are Reshaping Lakewood and Jackson

Jackson Township, NJ – Few places in New Jersey have experienced a transformation as dramatic as northern Ocean County. Over the past several decades, Lakewood has evolved from a quiet resort destination…

Ocean County College Highlights Record Graduation Numbers, AI Expansion, Mental Health Growth in Latest Board Report

Toms River, NJ – Ocean County College is reporting record graduation numbers, expanded artificial intelligence initiatives, increased demand for mental health services, and growing enrollment efforts as the institution prepares for the…

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Power Outages Begin Rising Across Ocean County as Dangerous Heat Returns to New Jersey

TOMS RIVER, N.J. – Small but growing power outages were reported across portions of Ocean County Wednesday morning as another day of dangerous heat settled over New Jersey. According to Jersey Central…

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Toms River Holds Municipal Taxes Flat as School Tax Bills Continue to Rise

While Toms River’s municipal tax rate has remained unchanged for three straight years, homeowners are continuing to see higher overall property tax bills driven largely by school tax increases. TOMS RIVER —…

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Anti-Corruption Republicans Win Brick GOP Committee Seats, Set Sights on 2027 Council Race

A grassroots Republican group challenging Ocean County’s political establishment celebrated several county committee victories and pledged to expand its influence ahead of next year’s Brick Township Council election. Brick Township, N.J. –…

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America First Republicans in Brick Challenge Ocean County GOP “Good Old Boy Network” Establishment

Local candidates push back against party insiders as county committee races draw new attention A growing faction of self-described “America First” Republicans in Brick Township is publicly challenging the Ocean County Republican…

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Former Hillside Officer Gets 17 Years After Drunk Driving Crash Killed Maryland Couple in Tinton Falls

FREEHOLD, N.J. — A former Hillside police officer will spend 17 years in state prison after a jury found he drove under the influence of alcohol and THC before a 2021 crash…

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Toms River Schools Approves 35% Superintendent Raise After Desperate Sell Off Of Trees and Properties

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — After years of selling off assets, clearing trees from school property and warning residents about deep financial instability, the Toms River Regional School District has approved a new…

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Fatal crashes drop across New Jersey in 2025, but rise in Jackson Township prompts enforcement push

State reports double-digit decline in deaths, while local spike drives targeted police response Jackson Township, NJ — Fatal crashes declined significantly across New Jersey in 2025, but a rise in deadly and…

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Ocean County Braces for 4.5% Tax Levy Increase in 2026

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Energy bills, gas prices, food prices and insurance premiums aren’t the only new increased expenses for Ocean County residents in 2026. As local Republican leaders rail against the…

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Ocean County is no longer safe as undocumented citizens driving cars continue killing and maiming our children

Letter to the editor by Sharon C., Ocean County I’m a mother of three kids and I’m terrified about what is happening to Jackson and our surrounding towns. Investors are buying homes…

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Spending is Skyrocketing: Ocean County budget rises to $655.6M as tax levy jumps 4.5% for 2026

Officials approve higher spending plan while increase its public information dept. three-fold Toms River, NJ – Ocean County officials have approved a $655.6 million budget for 2026, marking a significant increase in…

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Ocean County approves traffic signal changes across Jackson, Lakewood, Manchester

New signals, speed changes and safety upgrades planned at key intersections Toms River, NJ – The Ocean County Board of Commissioners approved a series of traffic safety improvements Wednesday, targeting multiple intersections…

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Iran conflict stirs support, fear among New Jersey’s Iranian community, ire from Democrat leaders

As U.S. military action escalates overseas, Iranian Americans in New Jersey are expressing a mix of approval, anxiety, and concern for family members caught in the conflict. Bergen County, NJ – The…

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