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Toms River celebrates fall festival with community festivities and local vendors

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Toms River community came together for the 2024 Fall Festival, hosted by Mayor Daniel Rodrick and the Toms River Recreation Department. The event featured a variety of…

October 29, 2024

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Toms River officials urge fire safety precautions for Halloween festivities

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TOMS RIVER, N.J. — With Halloween approaching, the Toms River Bureau of Fire Prevention is reminding residents to be cautious of fire hazards during holiday celebrations. Citing recent data, the Bureau highlighted…

October 25, 2024

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Toms River holds Halloween house decorating contest with community voting

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TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Toms River Township announced its Halloween House Decorating Contest, inviting residents to participate by voting for their favorite decorated homes. The event, organized by Mayor Dan Rodrick and…

October 25, 2024

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Toms River Fire Bureau marks 50th anniversary with symposium, honors founding chief

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TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Toms River Bureau of Fire Prevention celebrated its 50th anniversary on Wednesday with a Fire Service Symposium featuring expert speakers and a special recognition ceremony. The event…

October 25, 2024

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Toms River to Host “Howl-ween” Pet Costume Contest and Parade This Weekend

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TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Toms River Township announced a Halloween Pet Costume Contest scheduled for Saturday, October 26, at Silverton Park. The event, which runs from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., will…

October 24, 2024

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New veterinary care center opens in Toms River, providing expanded emergency services

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TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A new veterinary emergency facility has opened its doors in Toms River, offering expanded services for pet owners in the region. The Grand Opening of Garden State Veterinary…

October 24, 2024

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Toms River Repeals Mo Hill’s Plan for City Downtown

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TOMS RIVER – A plan that allowed for buildings up to 150 ft tall and high-density apartment buildings on all existing lots in Downtown Toms River is one step closer to being…

October 24, 2024

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The Annnual Toms River Halloween Parade Photo by Toms River Fire Company # 1 Halloween Parade

Toms River Fire Co. No. 1 to hold pre-registration event for 85th annual Halloween parade

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TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Toms River Volunteer Fire Company No. 1 is gearing up for its 85th annual Halloween Parade with a pre-registration event this Saturday during the Toms River Community…

October 24, 2024

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Toms River to host fall festival with hayrides, pumpkin patch, and more this weekend

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TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Township of Toms River is set to welcome residents and visitors to its annual Fall Festival on Saturday, October 26, from 3 to 8 p.m., according to…

October 24, 2024

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Guilty! Toms River Man Convicted for Double Murder in Lakewood

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TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A Toms River man was found guilty on all charges, including two counts of murder, in connection with the 2021 shooting deaths of Nicholas Hardy and Sergio Chavez-Perez,…

October 22, 2024

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An Open Letter to the Residents of Toms River by William Byrne Regarding Overdevelopment

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My name is Bill Byrne, and I am a candidate for the Toms River Council. My campaign is driven by a commitment to work alongside Mayor Rodrick in our community’s shared fight…

October 21, 2024

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GoFundMe campaign launched for family of fallen Toms River officer

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TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A GoFundMe campaign has been created to support the family of Ingrid Rivera-Zuniga, a young police officer from Toms River who passed away following complications from surgery. The…

October 21, 2024

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Toms River Candidate for Council Wants to Ban Guns in New Jersey

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Zach Dougherty, a rising figure in Toms River politics, has become a prominent voice for gun control activism in New Jersey. A 2019 graduate of Toms River High School North, Dougherty is…

October 20, 2024

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Toms River names new police chief, promotes multiple officers

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TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Lieutenant Peter Sundack has been named the new chief of police for Toms River, according to an announcement made by Mayor Dan Rodrick this week. The mayor also…

October 19, 2024

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Toms River Candidate’s Campaign Funding From Lakewood Power Brokers Raising Eyebrows

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TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Democrat candidate for Toms River is under fire this week after taking campaign donations from two of Lakewood’s biggest power powerbrokers, a realtor and the head of…

October 19, 2024

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Toms River fishing derby at Veterans Park Today

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TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Toms River Fishing Derby is set to take place on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Veterans Park, according to a reminder from the Toms…

October 19, 2024

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Downtown Toms River home damaged in 2-alarm fire, no injuries reported

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TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A fire severely damaged a two-story home on Madison Avenue in Toms River on Friday morning, though no injuries were reported. The fire broke out around 10:26 a.m.,…

October 18, 2024

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Ob-Co’s Donuts: A Sweet Tradition in Toms River

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Tucked away on Fischer Boulevard, Ob-Co’s Donuts has been a beloved staple of the Toms River community since 1953. This family-run spot is more than just a donut shop; it’s a slice…

October 17, 2024

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Five Things That Happened This Week in Toms River

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Toms River was exciting this week, with everything from local heroes making headlines to big events you won’t want to miss. Whether you’re into community festivals, surprises, or a feel-good story, this…

October 17, 2024

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Toms River School District Caught Up in Political Campaign

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TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Toms River Regional Schools Superintendent Michael Citta is being called out for using school resources to promote a political candidate and for attempting to suppress discussions about the…

October 17, 2024

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