Falling tree branch injures three and crushes car in Teaneck
Teaneck, NJ – A massive tree branch crashed down onto a sidewalk and street early Thursday morning, injuring three women and damaging a vehicle near the intersection of Sussex Road and Churchill…
Thousands expected at Oceanfest in Long Branch on Fourth of July
LONG BRANCH, N.J. — Oceanfest, the massive annual Fourth of July celebration on the Long Branch oceanfront, returns Thursday from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m., drawing crowds in the thousands to the…
Long Branch felon guilty of killing woman while eluding police
FREEHOLD, N.J. — A Monmouth County jury has found a Long Branch man guilty on 18 charges stemming from an armed home invasion and fatal car crash that killed a passenger during…
Reports of gunfire cause panic at Long Branch Pier Village concert
LONG BRANCH, N.J. — Chaos erupted at Pier Village on the Long Branch boardwalk when reports of gunfire sent crowds fleeing during a concert, according to local police. The disturbance occurred as…
Asbury Park Man Charged in West Long Branch Bank Robbery
FREEHOLD, NJ — A Monmouth County man has been arrested and charged in connection with a robbery at a TD Bank branch in West Long Branch, authorities announced Saturday. Michael Miranda, 48,…
Son of West Long Branch Mayor Admits to $4 Million in Real Estate Tax Fraud
WEST LONG BRANCH, N.J. — A Monmouth County man is facing a possible federal prison sentence after admitting to concealing his interest in multiple real estate properties in an effort to avoid…
Long Branch man charged with robbery after shoplifting incident
OCEAN TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A Long Branch man faces multiple charges, including robbery, after allegedly assaulting a store employee while attempting to flee a shoplifting incident on Sunset Avenue, police said. Gregory…
Two charged in deadly Long Branch stabbing
FREEHOLD, N.J. — Two Long Branch men have been charged with murder in connection with the fatal stabbing of a 35-year-old man late Friday night, authorities announced Tuesday. Nija Faust, 21, and…
West Long Branch police to conduct motor vehicle checkpoint Tuesday
WEST LONG BRANCH, N.J. – The West Long Branch Police Department announced it will conduct a motor vehicle inspection checkpoint on Wall Street near Valenzano Park on Tuesday, March 4, between 8:30…
Long Branch man charged in $44K bank fraud case
FREEHOLD, N.J. — A Long Branch man has been charged with financial crimes after allegedly withdrawing more than $44,000 from a bank account before a check he deposited was returned for insufficient…
DC man killed in early-morning crash on Piney Branch Road
PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY, MD – A 55-year-old Washington, D.C. man has been identified as the victim of a fatal crash in Prince George’s County that occurred last week. The crash happened on…
Saltwater Social in Long Branch is New Jersey’s New Standard for Surf and Turf Oceanfront Dining
In early November 2024, Long Branch, New Jersey, welcomed a distinguished addition to its culinary landscape with the opening of Saltwater Social. This upscale dining establishment has swiftly become a beacon for…
Inmate murder under investigation at North Branch Correctional Institution
CUMBERLAND, Md. — Maryland State Police are investigating the homicide of an inmate at the North Branch Correctional Institution in Cumberland after the death of 28-year-old Robert Warren was ruled a homicide…
Long Branch man sentenced to 10 years for witness tampering, stalking
FREEHOLD, N.J. — A Long Branch man has been sentenced to an extended term of 10 years in state prison for assaulting and harassing a female victim despite a restraining order, according…
Long Branch woman charged in $80K theft using employer’s credit card
FREEHOLD, N.J. — A 37-year-old Long Branch woman has been charged with stealing more than $80,000 from her former employer by using a company-issued credit card for personal purchases over a span…
Take a Break from the Labor Day BBQ at a Highly Rated Long Branch Restaurant
Long Branch, New Jersey, is a culinary hotspot offering a wide range of dining experiences, from upscale eateries to cozy beachside cafes. If you’re planning a visit, here’s a taste of what…
Long Branch Man Indicted in 2023 Asbury Park Triple Shooting
FREEHOLD, N.J. — A Monmouth County Grand Jury has returned a nine-count indictment against a Long Branch man in connection with a July 2023 shooting in Asbury Park that left one man…
Ocean County Library’s Jackson Branch Temporarily Closed for HVAC Repairs
Toms River, NJ – The Ocean County Library’s Jackson Branch has been temporarily closed due to a failure in its HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) system. The library anticipates reopening within…
West Long Branch Firefighter Faces Charges for Record Tampering
Freehold, NJ – A firefighter from West Long Branch has been charged with multiple criminal offenses related to the falsification and destruction of official records, as announced by Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond…
Oceanfest at Long Branch: A Seaside Independence Day Celebration
LONG BRANCH, NJ – Long Branch Promenade is set to host Oceanfest, a family-style Independence Day celebration, on July 4, 2024. Located at 1 Ocean Boulevard, this day-long event promises a blend…
West Long Branch Police Honor the Fallen on Memorial Day
WEST LONG BRANCH, NJ — The West Long Branch Police Department played a significant role in the Memorial Day celebrations, honoring the sacrifice of military personnel who have served and died for…
Toms River Special Olympics Athletes Shine at Long Branch High School Event
LONG BRANCH, NJ—District athletes recently displayed their skills at the Special Olympics Area 6 competition on Wednesday. Hosted at Long Branch High School, the event was organized by the TRRS Special Olympics…
Orange County Man Charged with Scheming to Steal High-End Violins and Later Robbing a Bank Branch in Irvine
Mark Meng, 57, is charged with bank robbery and wire fraud in a complaint filed on May 7. He has been in state custody since April 11 and is expected to make…
Tucson Air Branch aircrew rescues migrant on the way to a Search and Rescue demonstration
TUCSON, Ariz.— A U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Air and Marine Operations (AMO) UH-60 aircrew rescued a man trapped in rugged terrain in the Baboquivari Mountain region on April 30. The…
Marine Mammal Stranding Center Rescues Entangled Seal in Long Branch
LONG BRANCH, NJ – The Marine Mammal Stranding Center recently responded to an emergency call regarding an entangled seal in Long Branch. The call, received on April 6, concerned a male Grey…
Long Branch Man Arrested on Charges of Stalking and Harassment
WEST LONG BRANCH, NJ — Thomas Watts, a 70-year-old resident of Long Branch, was arrested on March 14, 2024, facing charges of stalking and harassment following a series of alarming incidents targeting…
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