Nor’easter prompts parking guidance in Toms River TOMS RIVER, NJ – Residents are advised on parking options during the nor’easter this weekend. The township has allowed residents to park at …
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Community News
Toms River Settles Mo Hill Sexual Harassment Case Filed by Former Openly Gay Administrator
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonTOMS RIVER, N.J. – Toms River has agreed to settle a longstanding sexual harassment case between former openly gay business administrator Don Guardian and former Mayor Maurice “Mo” Hill, and …
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Community News
David Ciccozzi: Downtown Toms River Landowner Who Fought for Ten-Story Tower Votes to Defund Lawsuit
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonTOMS RIVER, N.J. – Toms River Councilman David Ciccozzi is fighting to defund Mayor Dan Rodrick’s lawsuit against a high-density ten-story apartment twin tower developer who is suing the town …
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Community News
Toms River Schools Superintendent to Get $80,000 Raise, $308,000 Salary As Teachers, Student Programs Cut
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonTOMS RIVER, NJ – A special school board meeting to award Toms River Regional Schools Superintendent Michael Citta with a nearly $80,000 raise will be held tonight at In a …
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Community News
Convicted Ocean County GOP Chairman Backs NJEA Boss Who Tried to Kick Republican Off Ballot in Toms River Race
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonTOMS RIVER, NJ – Ocean County GOP Chairman George Gilmore and his Toms River Republicans have officially endorsed Democrat NJEA union leader Kathy Eagan over her Republican opponent George Lobman …
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Toms River woman found guilty of two counts of vehicular homicide TOMS RIVER, NJ — A 30-year-old woman has been convicted on two counts of vehicular homicide after a jury …
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Business News
Spirit Christmas expands New Jersey holiday pop-ups with new 2025 locations including Toms River
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonTOMS RIVER, N.J. – Spirit Christmas, known for its seasonal pop-up shops filled with holiday decor, apparel, and gifts, is returning to New Jersey with an expanded lineup of stores …
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Pets and Animals
Shy kitten Wilbur searching for a calm home in Toms River
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonToms River, NJ – A 5-month-old tabby kitten named Wilbur is looking for a forever family through Calling All Cats Rescues after spending his first months learning to trust and …
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X Games rocks Salt Lake City debut with record tricks and Monster Energy sweep TOMS RIVER, NJ – The X Games marked its 30th anniversary with a high-octane debut in …
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Business News
Weinberger Divorce & Family Law Group attorneys named to Best Lawyers in Toms River 2026
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonTOMS RIVER, NJ – Weinberger Divorce & Family Law Group announced that five of its attorneys have been named to the 2026 edition of Best Lawyers in America, a peer-reviewed …
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Community News
Mikie Sherrill Supporters Flaunt 86-47 Signs – “Punch More Nazis” in Toms River
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonMikie Sherrill backers flaunt ‘Punch more Nazis’ signs in Toms River Toms River, NJ – Supporters of Rep. Mikie Sherrill stirred attention in Ocean County when they hoisted bright yellow …
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Food & Dining
Retro Vibes & Killer Dogs: My Unexpected Love Affair with Dicky’s Dogs in South Toms River
Reader Submitted Review By Dave J., Bayville There’s something about an old-school diner that just pulls me in — maybe it’s the promise of comfort food, the nostalgia of neon …
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Community News
Mikie Sherrill campaign backpeddles on forced merger plan, just lawyers and transportation for Toms River, Lakewood, Jackson
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonTOMS RIVER, NJ – Mikie Sherrill, the far-left progressive Democrat candidate running for governor of New Jersey, is now backpedaling after claiming she wants to force smaller and financially delinquent …
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Toms River, NJ – The Toms River Senior Center marked the change of seasons with its annual “Goodbye Summer, Hello Fall” celebration, bringing local seniors together for music, food, and …
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In the News
Caught on Camera: Neighbor Saves Toms River Family from Burning House
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonFamily with infant and teen escapes late-night Toms River house fire sparked by cigarette Toms River, NJ – A family of four, including a baby and a teenager, escaped a …
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Community News
Toms River to Drop Insurance Carrier Tied to Democrat Political Boss George Norcross
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonTOMS RIVER, NJ – Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick says that since taking office, he has been trying to undo contracts and agreements previous mayors and councils have made with …
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Community News
Toms River rolls out fall recreation programs for kids and families with easy online registration
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonToms River, NJ – With the school year underway, Toms River Township is launching a full lineup of fall recreation programs designed to keep kids and families active, engaged, and …
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Community News
Toms River Hockey Club Celebrates 50th Anniversary Season
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonThe Toms River Hockey Club will launch its 50th anniversary season with a community celebration on September 13 at Winding River Skating Center, 1211 Whitesville Road. The nonprofit, volunteer-run Blackhawks …
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Community News
Once mighty NJ GOP boss George Gilmore suffers new humiliation in Toms River fire commissioner race
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonToms River, NJ – George Gilmore, once the most powerful Republican kingmaker in New Jersey politics, has sunk to a stunning low — backing yet another losing candidate in a …
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Schools
Mikie Sherrill Says Merge Toms River, Jackson, and Brick Schools with Lakewood
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonSherrill’s School District Consolidation Plan Draws Sharp Criticism TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Toms River, Brick and Jackson could be forced to consolidate school districts under Governor Mikie Sherrill’s new proposal. …
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Community News
Toms River’s Future Could Be in Movies, Not High-Rise Apartments, Council Candidate Says
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonTOMS RIVER, NJ — Toms River could position itself as New Jersey’s next entertainment industry hub under a new vision put forward by council candidate Justin Moran, who is running …
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Community News
Toms River school board race shaken as Democrat-led lawsuit to keep Republican off the ballot fails amid conflicting testimony
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonToms River, N.J. – A contentious ballot fight in Ocean County ended abruptly this week when Toms River Regional school board member Kathy Eagan, a Democrat and former NJEA union …
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Toms River man charged with aggravated manslaughter in fatal 94 mph crash Toms River, NJ – A man whose blood alcohol level was more than twice the legal limit is …
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Deadly crash in Toms River leaves two women dead and child hospitalized Toms River, NJ – A violent collision on Hooper Avenue near Fischer Boulevard left two women dead and …
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Police Blotter
Toms River man pleads guilty to traveling abroad for unlawful conduct with a minor
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonTrenton, NJ – A Toms River resident has admitted to traveling overseas to engage in unlawful conduct with a minor, federal prosecutors said Thursday. Jacob Bauer, 29, pleaded guilty in …