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MIDDLETOWN, N.J. — The Middletown School District is not only fighting the family of a bullied girl who committed suicide, but they are now blaming her for her own death …

Anglers across the Garden State are gearing up for an exciting weekend as the 2025 spring trout season officially began today, Saturday, April 5, at 8 a.m. With more than …

ASBURY PARK, NJ — A sewerage leak originating in Asbury Park has been reported in Deal Lake, prompting warnings from surrounding municipalities. Officials notified the New Jersey Department of Environmental …

MANCHESTER, NJ — The Manchester P.B.A. 246 Running Team placed first in the Police/Fire/EMS Division at the Jersey Shore Relay Marathon during this year’s RunAPalooza. The team also secured fifth …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A new soup kitchen supported by rock icon Jon Bon Jovi has ignited a political firestorm in Ocean County, where Toms River Mayor Daniel Rodrick is …

UTICA, N.Y. — A coordinated multi-agency narcotics investigation led to a major bust Friday in Oneida County, resulting in the arrest of a New York Mills man and the seizure …

By Linda Jaworski, Pet LoverForked River, NJ — Looking to add a little excitement—and a lot of conversation—to your home? Meet Tonic, the sleek black feline with a personality as …

LAKEWOOD, NJ – Somebody stole $15 million from the Lakewood school district earlier this year, and nearly two months after the heist, the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office remains absolutely silent. …

BARNEGAT, NJ – April 5, 2025 – A troubling incident in a special education classroom has sparked an internal investigation within the Barnegat Township School District, leading to the administrative …

LAKEWOOD, NJ — A high-stakes heist has left a Lakewood electronics business in ruins after thieves broke in through the roof and made off with more than $4 million in …

JACKSON, N.J. — A young Lab/Golden Retriever/Hound mix named Sophie is now up for adoption at the Northern Ocean County Animal Facility, according to shelter staff. Sophie, who is just …

BRICK, N.J. — Brick Township will begin its annual Spring Collection of bagged leaves on Monday, April 7, with pickups scheduled according to residents’ recycling days and continuing through April …

BRICK, N.J. — Registration for Brick Township’s 2025 Recreation Summer Camp opens Monday, April 7 at 7:30 a.m., giving families the chance to enroll their children in a six-week program …

TRENTON, NJ – A Quick Draw Progressive ticket sold in Warren County delivered a $170,412 windfall to one lucky player on April 1, while another New Jersey player scored $15,000 …

BRICK, N.J. — Registration is now open for Brick Township’s Annual Senior Prom, inviting residents aged 60 and older to attend a 1970s-themed night of music, dancing, and food on …

TRENTON, NJ – A lucky player in Ocean County has won a $1,063,710 Jersey Cash 5 jackpot, marking the 15th jackpot win of the year and the fifth time the …

TRENTON, N.J. — Electric rates in New Jersey are poised to spike by as much as 20% this summer, as Republican lawmakers tore into the Murphy administration’s energy policies during …

BRICK, N.J. — The Brick Farmers Market will return for its 11th season on Saturday, May 3, bringing back a weekly lineup of vendors, produce, and local goods at Windward …

LAKEWOOD, NJ — Lakewood Township has designated nine official locations for residents to conduct Chometz burning on Friday, April 11, between 7:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m., with local departments coordinating …

Two Lakewood Men Indicted for 2010 Toms River Murder **TOMS RIVER, NJ** – On April 2, Maurice Cole, 36, and Jerron Evans, 41, both residents of Lakewood, were indicted by …

MONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ — A trio of conservative Republicans is mounting a primary challenge against Monmouth County’s GOP incumbents, launching a campaign aimed at shaking up what they describe as …

MONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ — Republican U.S. Senate candidate for governor Mario Kranjac has secured the coveted top line on the Monmouth County GOP primary ballot, edging out high-profile contenders in …

COLTS NECK, N.J. — Colts Neck Republican Township Committee candidate John Tobia is reportedly seeking employment beyond Monmouth County, with sources in Ocean County claiming he recently applied for the …

NORTH WILDWOOD, N.J. — Police responded to a reported bomb threat at Wildwood Catholic Academy after a student allegedly made a troubling statement about bringing an explosive device to school, …

LEONARDO, N.J. — The Middletown Township Public School District has announced it will not move forward with previously considered school closures for the 2025–2026 academic year, following a revised proposal …