Plenty of time to hit the ice in Toms River at Winding River Skating Center

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TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Winding River Skating Center has released its January 2026 public skating schedule, giving local residents a chance to hit the ice throughout the month at various times.…

January 21, 2026

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Taxpayers in Toms River and Jackson should pay for road paving in private gated communities, New Jersey lawmaker says

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JACKSON, NJ – There’s bad news on the horizon for towns with large senior citizen populations like Jackson Township and Toms River. Under the current law in New Jersey, private gated communities…

January 20, 2026

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Toms River clerk breaks free as robber tries to bind her with zip ties

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Smoke shop robbery suspect sought after zip tie attack in Toms River TOMS RIVER, NJ – Police are searching for a suspect who tried to restrain a female employee with plastic zip…

January 19, 2026

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Toms River’s Bey Lea Golf Course launches 2026 discount card program with up to 40% savings

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TOMS RIVER, NJ – Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick encourages residents to take advantage of winter discounts to prepare for their 2026 golf game. Bey Lea Golf Course, operated by Toms River…

January 17, 2026

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Waterfront development site on Kettle Creek in Toms River goes under contract for $4.25M

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TOMS RIVER, NJ – A prime 3.41-acre waterfront property along Kettle Creek in Toms River’s Silverton section is officially under contract, marking one of the area’s most notable pending land sales in…

January 17, 2026

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Toms River JROTC drill team closes season with top honors at Central Regional competition

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TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Toms River Regional Schools Junior ROTC Battalion Drill Team ended its season on a high note Saturday, turning in a strong performance at the final competition of…

January 17, 2026

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Emmy-winning alum returns to Toms River South to inspire business students

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TOMS RIVER, NJ – Business Academy students at Toms River High School South got an inside look at the media industry this week when Emmy-winning alum Jenna Powitz returned to campus to…

January 17, 2026

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Walmart parking lot chase ends with Toms River man headed to state prison for five years

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Toms River man gets 5 years in prison after gun found in crashed van and cocaine case near Walmart TOMS RIVER, NJ — A Toms River man who prosecutors say was found…

January 16, 2026

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Reich Farm Former Superfund site in Toms River listed for $18M redevelopment opportunity

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TOMS RIVER, N.J. – The former Reich Farm property — once the center of one of New Jersey’s most notorious environmental contamination cases — is back in the spotlight, now being marketed…

January 16, 2026

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Former Trainside Warehouse site in South Toms River hits the market for redevelopment

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TOMS RIVER, N.J. – The longtime Route 9 property once home to the Trainside Warehouse and later an indoor flea market and sports complex is back on the market, with new plans…

January 16, 2026

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Unlicensed driver in deadly double-fatal Toms River crash now faces multimillion-dollar civil lawsuit

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TOMS RIVER, NJ – The man accused of driving a BMW that caused a deadly crash on Route 37 last year — killing two people and critically injuring two others — has…

January 15, 2026

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Jon Bon Jovi’s downtown Toms River soup kitchen to close down

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TOMS RIVER, N.J. – The JBJ Soul Kitchen Pop-Up, a community dining initiative founded by musician Jon Bon Jovi and his wife Dorothea, will close its doors at the Ocean County Library…

January 13, 2026

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Toms River Police Chief Backs Mayor’s Decision to Veto Council’s Ordinance on Police Testing

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TOMS RIVER, N.J. – Mayor Dan Rodrick has promised to veto a Toms River Township Council measure that would have extended an expired police promotion list, siding with Police Chief Guy Maire…

January 13, 2026

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New Ocean County Commissioner faces scrutiny over continued ratepayer-funded health benefits at Toms River MUA

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TOMS RIVER, N.J. – Newly elected Ocean County Commissioner Shmuel “Sam” Ellenbogen is drawing renewed criticism for continuing to receive free, high-value health benefits from the Toms River Municipal Utilities Authority, where…

January 13, 2026

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Toms River Police Chief Backs Mayor Rodrick’s Veto of Council Resolution to Unfairly Extend Promotions List

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TOMS RIVER, N.J. –A veto by Mayor Dan Rodrick backing Police Chief Guy Maire could settle an ongoing dispute between the chief and several members of the Toms River Township Council who…

January 12, 2026

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Toms River promotes winter party fun at Winding River Ice Rink

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TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Toms River Township Government is inviting residents to celebrate the winter season with parties at Winding River Ice Rink, offering a mix of skating and social fun…

January 11, 2026

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Toms River launches new youth STEAM drone program

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TOMS RIVER, N.J. – The Toms River Recreation Department has announced a new partnership with Nexplore to offer a hands-on STEAM program that will introduce kids to drone technology, creativity, and flight…

January 10, 2026

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Toms River kids invited to make sweet winter treats at recreation event

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TOMS RIVER, N.J. – With the holidays winding down, Toms River Recreation is giving local children a chance to keep the fun going next week with a hands-on winter-themed cooking class in…

January 9, 2026

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Toms River school board president Ashley Lamb named Ocean County deputy clerk

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TOMS RIVER, N.J. – The Ocean County Clerk’s Office ushered in a new leadership team this week as Ashley Lamb, president of the Toms River Regional Board of Education, was sworn in…

January 9, 2026

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Checkers in Toms River and Howell launch $5 MVP Meal Deal to kick off 2026 with flavor and value

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TOMS RIVER, NJ – As New Jersey residents look to save money without giving up big flavor this winter, Checkers & Rally’s restaurants in Toms River and Howell are serving up a…

January 6, 2026

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