Toms River Church Drops Plan For Homeless Shelter Under Threat of Eminent Domain
Toms River, NJ – Fearing Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick and the township council would move forward on a plan to use eminent domain to …
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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 …
Homeless man arrested after stabbing on G Street
WASHINGTON, DC — A 43-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a stabbing that occurred late Friday night in Northwest Washington, according to the …
Toms River Mayor Rodrick Places Downtown Homeless into Housing with State Funds
Toms River, NJ – Mayor Daniel Rodrick has recently taken proactive measures to address homelessness in Downtown Toms River, securing emergency housing vouchers from the …
Overdose reported at growing homeless encampment in Toms River parking garage
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A 20-year-old individual suffered an apparent overdose Tuesday evening at the top level of the Toms River municipal parking garage, where …
Ocean County Commissioner Pushing Homeless Shelter at Library Doesn’t Want Them In His Own Town
MANCHESTER, NJ – Former Manchester Township Mayor and current Ocean County Commissioner Robert Arace today confirmed what Commissioner Frank Sadeghi said yesterday. Despite swirling rumers, …
Drug Overdose Reported at Makeshift Ocean County Parking Garage Homeless Encampment
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Police responded to an overdose Tuesday evening at the top level of the Toms River municipal parking garage, where a growing …
In Phil Murphy’s Equitable New Jersey, Homeless Veterans Rate Lower Than Illegal Migrants – OP-ED
Look at what is happening around New Jersey. Homelessness is on the rise, and in the state that touts itself as the most diverse and …
Manchester Township Property Eyed as a Possible Answer to Ocean County’s Homeless Crisis
TOMS RIVER, NJ – As Ocean County grapples with a growing homelessness crisis, the transformation of the Toms River branch of the Ocean County Library …
Dozens of homeless seek shelter at Toms River library amid heavy rain and outreach effort
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Dozens of homeless individuals took refuge Tuesday morning at the Ocean County Library and nearby municipal facilities in downtown Toms River …
The Ocean County Library Has Become a Homeless Shelter, Bringing Crime and Safety Concerns With It
The Ocean County Library in Toms River, once a cherished sanctuary for learning and research, has become a shadow of its former self. County officials, …
Did You Know? It is illegal to relocate homeless people between counties in New Jersey without consent
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Did you know it’s illegal to move homeless individuals from one municipality or county to another in New Jersey without formal …
Ciccozzi letter shows support for a countywide homeless shelter in Toms River, slams closure of downtown tent city
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — In a letter to residents, Toms River Ward 4 Councilman David Ciccozzi voiced support for a county-operated homeless shelter while sharply …
Mayor Rodrick Calls Opponent “Clown” and”Liberal Left Democrat” During Clash Over Toms River Homeless Shelter
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Tensions flared between the Toms River council members and candidates aligned with Mayor Dan Rodrick and those candidates and council members …
One Toms River candidate is being financed by dark-money PAC tied to homeless campus lobbyist and downtown developers
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Reports filed by Anthony Ricotta show that his campaign is nearly fully funded by downtown developers, downtown property investors, homeless shelter …
Ocean County extends lease on downtown library pop-up kitchen feeding the homeless
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Ocean County Library has announced it will continue to host the JBH Soul Kitchen inside the Toms River branch of …
Toms River councilman joins rally to build homeless shelter on Route 9
TOMS RIVER, NJ — On Saturday, approximately 100 protesters gathered at Toms River Town Hall, demanding township’s approval for a plan to transform Christ Episcopal …
Downtown Toms River Homeless Advocate Arrested for Killing Woman in Horrific Lakewood Crash
LAKEWOOD, N.J. — A man who serves as a homeless advocate for those in need in Downtown Toms River has been charged in connection with …
Ocean County sheriffs deployed to downtown Toms River as homeless concerns grow near library
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Ocean County Sheriff’s Department has stationed officers in downtown Toms River and at the Ocean County Library in Lakewood, citing …
GOP Candidate Spadea Canvasses Jersey Shore with Commissioner Pushing Controversial Route 9 Homeless Campus
TOMS RIVER, NJ — Republican gubernatorial candidate Bill Spadea has been hitting the campaign trail hard, knocking on doors along the Jersey Shore. On Monday, …
Ocean County confirms plans for homeless campus in Toms River
TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Ocean County Board of Commissioners has confirmed a controversial plan to develop a homeless shelter on Route 166 in Toms …
Blaze guts South Jersey building leaving one dead and six homeless
GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ — One person was killed and several families were displaced Wednesday night after a fire tore through a mixed-use building on North …
News 12 camera crew assaulted by homeless man at Bon Jovi soup kitchen
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A News 12 New Jersey cameraman was allegedly attacked by a homeless man at the Toms River Library while filming a …
Mayor Tells Bon Jovi His Soup Kitchen for the Homeless Gives Toms River a Bad Name
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 …
Toms River mayor blasts county dumping of homeless people all over town daily
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick is asking county officials to cease and desist the transportation of homeless people from all of the …
Security guard arrested for deadly shooting of Maryland homeless man
PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY, MD — A security guard has been arrested and charged with second-degree murder following a fatal shooting Saturday night in Prince George’s …
Beloved dog returns to Jackson shelter after owner’s death leaves her homeless
JACKSON, N.J. — After spending seven years with a loving family, a 10-year-old dog named Kali has found herself back at the Northern Ocean County …
Commissioner Haines Leads Effort for Ocean County Homeless Shelter, Funding
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Ocean County Homelessness Trust Fund Task Force has unveiled its funding priorities for 2025, focusing on supportive services, rental assistance, …
Four men indicted for assault and robbery of homeless subway passenger in Queens
QUEENS, NY — Four men have been indicted for assaulting and robbing a 69-year-old homeless man on a Manhattan-bound 7 subway train in December, Queens …
Homeless man indicted for fatal subway stabbing in Coney Island
BROOKLYN, N.Y. — A 32-year-old homeless man has been indicted on murder charges for allegedly fatally stabbing another man during a dispute aboard an N …
Toms River’s Homeless Camps Cleared, As Mayor Connnects Occupants with Accomodations, Programs Ahead of Christmas Season
TOMS RIVER, N.J. – Mayor Dan Rodrick confirmed this week that Toms River has successfully cleared its homeless camps and tent cities, working with state …
Poughkeepsie man arrested after violent altercation with deputies at homeless shelter
POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. — A 27-year-old man was arrested Thursday morning after allegedly assaulting two deputies during a disturbance at a homeless shelter on North Hamilton …
South Jersey residents upset over Burlington County’s new homeless shelter
WESTAMPTON TWP. — Tensions flared during a Westampton Township Committee meeting this week as residents criticized Burlington County Commissioners Director Felicia Hopson and other officials …
Toms River’s Homeless Camp is Closing, Nobody Will Spend Winter in the Cold Under New Plan
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — In October, Mayor Daniel Rodrick secured approval from the Township Council to allocate some unspent federal COVID-19 relief funds to house …
Homeless man charged with murder in fatal subway stabbing at Coney Island station
NEW YORK — A homeless man has been arrested and charged with second-degree murder in the fatal stabbing of a Bronx resident at the Coney …
Man, 22, charged with killing of homeless man in Woodbridge
WOODBRIDGE, Va. — A 27-year-old man died after being shot in a Woodbridge commuter lot on Thursday night, and a 22-year-old Vienna man has been …
Toms River Closes Homeless Camps – Secures Out-of-Town Housing
Toms River’s wooded homeless camps are set to close as Mayor Daniel Rodrick received approval from the Township Council to use unallocated American Rescue Plan …
Homeless Woman Charged for Attacking Priest Drinking Coffee With Knife Outside Florida Market
ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. — A woman has been charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and felony battery following a violent incident that left …
Atlantic City Homeless Outreach Gets Early Start on Helping Those in Need
Atlantic City, NJ – Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office, along with Atlantic City Police Department Outreach Officers and Jewish Family Services, conducted an early morning operation …
Homeless Man Assaulted at NYC ShopRite Parking Lot in September Dies from Injuries
BROOKLYN, N.Y. — A 38-year-old man has died from injuries sustained during a violent assault last month in a Shop Rite supermarket parking lot, police …
Toms River Mayor Says $9 Million Housing Fund Could be Used to Help Local Homeless Population
TOMS RIVER, NJ—Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick says the township has a $9 million affordable housing fund that can be used to help shelter and …
Half Naked Homeless NYC Man with 51 Priors Arrested for Raping Woman Inside Subway Station
MANHATTAN, NY — A homeless man with a lengthy criminal history is accused of attempting to rape a 21-year-old woman inside the 116th Street – …
Homeless man indicted for deadly beating of Bronx resident sleeping on sidewalk
BRONX, N.Y. — A man has been indicted for second-degree murder in connection with the death of a Bronx resident who was attacked while sleeping …
Fugitive Suspect Arrested After Homeless Man Shot on Ohio State Campus
COLUMBUS, Ohio — A suspect has been arrested following a shooting that occurred on Ohio State University’s Columbus campus Monday night, according to authorities. The …
Toms River Mayor Opposes County Plan for Downtown Homeless Shelter
TOMS RIVER, NJ – An ongoing feud between Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick and Paul Hulse, organizer of Just Believe, Inc. is taking a new …
Homeless D.C. Man Charged for Indecent Exposure
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Metropolitan Police Department announced the arrest of a suspect in connection with an indecent exposure incident that took place in Northeast …
Toms River Puts Brakes on Illegal Homeless Shelter Operating Inside Public Park
Toms River, NJ – For years, the recreation building at Toms River’s Riverwood Park has been used each winter to house the homeless during cold …
Homeless Woman Found Beaten to Death Under Pennsylvania Bridge
CARNEGIE, Pa. — A woman was found dead early Sunday morning under a bridge in Carnegie, prompting an investigation by the Allegheny County Police Department’s …
Brooklyn Man Receives 17-Year Sentence in Fatal Stabbing at Homeless Shelter
QUEENS, NY — Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz has announced the sentencing of Brooklyn resident Ricardo Henry to 17 years to life in prison for …
Homeless NYC Man Gets Three Decades in Prison for Murder of Christina Lee
NEW YORK, NY— Assamad Nash, a homeless man convicted of a brutal murder in New York City, had pleaded guilty to charges of second-degree murder …