Wildwood to host century old baby parade and waddle contest next week

WILDWOOD, N.J. — Two of the Wildwoods’ most popular family-friendly events return next week, as the annual Baby Parade and Baby Waddle Contest bring infants, toddlers, and their families to the Jersey…

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Lakewood mourns passing of longtime public servant Craig Thiebault

The Lakewood Township community is mourning the loss of Craig Thiebault, a longtime resident and dedicated public servant whose decades of civic involvement left a lasting mark on local government and community…

Bellwood Antis wrestling coach convicted in cover-up of sexual abuse investigation

The former head varsity wrestling coach at Bellwood Antis School District was convicted Tuesday for endangering the welfare of a child after failing to protect students during a sexual abuse investigation involving…

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Toms River Homeless Group Behind Parking Garage Shelter Scour the Woods for New Clients

TOMS RIVER — Days after officials cleared homeless individuals from a downtown parking garage and placed them in housing, a local nonprofit resumed efforts to locate unsheltered residents elsewhere in the area.…

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Driver killed after fleeing attempted traffic stop on moped in Woodbridge

WOODBRIDGE — A 26-year-old man from Elizabeth died early Sunday after fleeing from a police-initiated traffic stop on a motorized scooter, according to the New Jersey Attorney General’s Office. The incident began…

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Bergen County juvenile charged after falsely reporting accidental shooting in Elmwood Park

ELMWOOD PARK, N.J. — A 15-year-old boy is facing multiple charges after authorities determined he accidentally shot himself and falsely reported a drive-by shooting, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced Wednesday. On…

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Woman killed while walking dog in sidewalk crash in Derwood

DERWOOD, MD — A 69-year-old woman was killed Monday morning after being struck by a vehicle while walking her dog along a sidewalk in Derwood, according to Montgomery County Police. The fatal…

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Body found in port-a-potty at Lakewood downtown square prompts police investigation

LAKEWOOD, N.J. — A dead body was discovered inside a port-a-potty in downtown Lakewood, prompting an active police investigation, officials confirmed Tuesday. The body was found inside a portable toilet located in…

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Lakewood police urge patience as investigation continues into child luring allegation

LAKEWOOD, NJ — The Lakewood Police Department is calling for community patience as it continues an internal investigation into the arrest of a 40-year-old man accused of attempting to lure a minor,…

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Pickle Juice Pickleball Club to hold grand opening Saturday in Blackwood

BLACKWOOD, N.J. – The Pickle Juice Pickleball Club will celebrate the official grand opening of its Blackwood location Saturday with a public event featuring open play, food, and a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The…

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Lakewood Yeshiva Student Accused of Luring Child for Sex Released from Jail

LAKEWOOD, N.J. — A 40-year-old Lakewood yeshiva student and father of seven was released from the Ocean County Jail on Monday under New Jersey’s bail reform system, four days after being arrested…

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Lakewood Deputy Mayor, Manchester Council President Latest Politicians to Land Lucrative County Jobs

TOMS RIVER, NJ – If you’re a Republican elected official in Ocean County, there’s a good chance shortly after your election, you’ll find yourself employed within the Ocean County government. Usually, those…

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Man shot multiple times on Brentwood Avenue

BALTIMORE, Md. — A 37-year-old man was hospitalized Saturday night after being shot multiple times in the 2400 block of Brentwood Avenue, police said. Officers from the Eastern District responded around 10:38…

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Scooter rider killed after police pursuit in Woodbridge under state investigation

WOODBRIDGE, N.J. — The New Jersey Attorney General’s Office is investigating a fatal crash that occurred early Sunday involving a motorized scooter rider who fled from a police traffic stop in Perth…

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Runaway bus in Lakewood’s Westgate neighborhood stopped by quick-thinking bystander

LAKEWOOD, N.J. — A potential tragedy was narrowly avoided Friday in the Westgate neighborhood when a parked MonseyTrail bus began rolling uncontrolled down the street after reportedly losing its brakes. According to…

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Hundreds protest outside Lakewood Police HQ demanding release of suspect accused of luring teen into van

LAKEWOOD, N.J. — A large demonstration took place late Saturday night outside Lakewood Police Department headquarters, as community members gathered to protest the arrest of Binyomin Kubani, a local father of eight…

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Once Sleepy Cross Street to Become Five Lane Highway Connecting Toms River to Lakewood

LAKEWOOD, N.J. — A once sleepy farm road that has seen explosive development and massive amounts of traffic over the past decade has been approved to be expanded to become a major…

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Beachwood outlines safety rules and closures ahead of fireworks celebration

BEACHWOOD, NJ — Beachwood Police issued traffic and safety guidelines Saturday ahead of the town’s annual fireworks display, which is scheduled to begin at dusk. Starting at 8 a.m., Bayside Avenue between…

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Lakewood police deploy high-tech drone to improve emergency response

LAKEWOOD, NJ — The Lakewood Police Department has launched a new advanced drone program aimed at enhancing public safety and accelerating emergency response times, officials announced at a soft launch this week…

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North Wildwood Police to provide patrol support in West Wildwood under new agreement

CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE, N.J. — A limited shared services agreement (SSA) between North Wildwood and West Wildwood will take effect at 12:01 a.m. on July 4, 2025, providing temporary police coverage…

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