Buncombe County detectives file charges after child exposed to illegal drugs

Detectives invoke new NC law after child exposed to illegal drugs WOODFIN, N.C. – A child brought to school showing signs of exposure to illegal drugs prompted an investigation that led Buncombe…

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New Jersey State Police renew search for missing Bridgeton man last seen near Mannington hospital

Investigators continue efforts one year after 21-year-old Kevin Collins Jr. disappeared from Inspira Medical Center. Mannington Township, N.J. – The New Jersey State Police Missing Persons Unit and Troop “A” Woodstown Station…

Lehigh County district attorney rules Allentown bar shooting justified as self-defense

Prosecutors say the shooter who killed David Gibbs at Big Woody’s acted lawfully to protect another man during a violent brawl. Allentown, Pa. – Lehigh County District Attorney Gavin P. Holihan announced…

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Allegheny County police seize stolen rifle, fentanyl, cocaine, and cash in Penn Hills raid

Two suspects were detained after detectives uncovered large quantities of narcotics and a stolen firearm during a morning search. Penn Hills, Pa. – The Allegheny County Police Department’s Narcotics, Vice and Intelligence…

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Applebee’s celebrates 25 years of ‘Mucho Madness’ with new $6 cocktails and $4 mocktail

Restaurant chain introduces festive Emerald Escape, Pricklycane, and Parade Punch drinks for St. Patrick’s Day Manchester, NJ – Applebee’s is brightening up its drink lineup in New Jersey and beyond. Applebee’s Neighborhood…

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ICE Newark arrests international fugitive wanted for child sexual assault in Spain

WOODBRIDGE, NJ – Federal officers with ICE Newark have arrested a dual citizen of Spain and the Dominican Republic wanted overseas for child sexual assault. Officials said the man, identified as Joel…

Central Jersey News·Police Blotter

More than 2,000 without power in Toms River after weekend snowstorm

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Thousands of residents in Toms River are without electricity Monday morning after FirstEnergy issued a power outage alert affecting multiple neighborhoods across the township. Key Points Outages impact…

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Driver hospitalized after car goes airborne off I-195 overpass, landing on Route 9 in Howell

Police say the crash occurred late Tuesday morning when a vehicle went off the I-195 overpass and landed on Route 9 below. Howell, NJ – A driver was hospitalized Tuesday after her…

Monmouth County News·Police Blotter

Cash strapped Toms River school board hires expensive $850 per hour lawyer with ties to board president

TOMS RIVER, N.J. – A Toms River Regional school board member has filed a lawsuit accusing the district of illegally approving one of the most expensive legal contracts in New Jersey public…

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Noon Update: New Jersey highway chaos continues as some ignore state emergency warnings

Trenton, NJ – A statewide emergency order failed to keep roads clear Monday morning as crashes, jackknifed tractor trailers, and downed wires clogged major highways across New Jersey, blocking ramps and shutting…

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Disabled tractor trailer shuts down Route 9/35 North in Sayreville

Sayreville, NJ – Route 9/35 North is closed between the South Amboy and Woodbridge borders after a disabled tractor trailer blocked the roadway, prompting significant traffic disruptions Monday. The Sayreville Police Department…

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More than 38,000 without power across Ocean County

Toms River, NJ – Widespread power outages continued across Ocean County Monday as blizzard conditions battered the region, leaving more than 38,000 customers without electricity, according to Jersey Central Power & Light.…

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Wall Township reports 134 storm calls, multiple road hazards

Wall Township, NJ – Wall Township remains in the peak impact phase of a powerful winter storm, with police responding to more than 134 calls for service as heavy snow, strong wind…

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Falling tree kills 2, critically injures 1 on Route 2 in Sunderland

Sunderland, MD – A falling tree crashed onto a moving vehicle Sunday afternoon along Route 2 in Sunderland, killing two occupants and leaving a third critically injured, authorities said. Deputies with the…

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Ocean County Commissioners announce new board appointments and reappointments for 2026

TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Ocean County Board of Commissioners has approved a new round of appointments and reappointments to key county boards, advisory groups, and commissions, ensuring continued representation and leadership…

Ocean County News

Ocean County awards meal delivery contracts, extends plumbing services, and adjusts major construction projects

TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Ocean County Board of Commissioners has approved several new bid awards and change orders totaling more than $100,000 during its latest public meeting, covering a range of…

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Ocean County Commissioners approve new grants, shared services, and policy changes for 2026

TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Ocean County Board of Commissioners has approved a wide-ranging series of grants, shared service agreements, and internal policy measures during its latest public meeting, committing millions of…

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Four Toms River parks getting major upgrades this spring

Toms River, NJ – A new wave of playground installations is poised to reshape neighborhood parks across Toms River as playground equipmet arrives and crews prepare to begin work, marking the latest…