Officials warn of scam targeting wildfire victims in Ocean and Lacey townships
Authorities are warning residents of Ocean and Lacey townships in Ocean County, New Jersey, about a scam exploiting those affected by the ongoing Jones Road Wildfire. According to the Ocean Township Police…
Former Lacey Township track star jailed on multiple murder and attempted murder charges
OCEAN COUNTY, N.J. — A former Lacey Township High School track star has been incarcerated in Ocean County on multiple counts of murder and attempted murder, according to inmate records. Javir Kymire…
Lacey Township man indicted for father’s 2022 murder
LACEY TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A Lacey Township man has been indicted for the 2022 murder of his father, authorities announced Thursday. Justin Donaldson, 38, was formally charged by an Ocean County Grand…
Fatal Lacey Township fire claims life of 75-year-old homeowner
LACEY TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A structure fire on Signal Street has claimed the life of a 75-year-old man, prompting an investigation by local and state authorities, Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer…
Lacey GOP Leaders in Heart of Spadea Country Endorse Ciattarelli for Governor
LACEY TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Mayor Peggy Sue Juliano and the entire Township Committee have endorsed Jack Ciattarelli in his campaign for New Jersey governor, highlighting his leadership and plans to address issues…
Pancakes! New IHOP Restaurant Opens in Lacey Township
LACEY TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A new IHOP restaurant officially opened its doors in Lacey Township on Monday, marked by a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by local officials and community leaders. State Senator Carmen…
Lacey Township Woman Admits to Drug Operation That Involving Minors
Lacey Township Woman Admits to Drug Charges Involving Minors **Lacey Township, NJ** - Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced that on November 18, Margaret Whalen, 60, of Lacey Township, pled guilty…
Lacey Township Man Admits to Bias Intimidation and Other Charges
OCEAN COUNTY, NJ—John Vincentini, 64, of Lacey Township, has pleaded guilty to multiple charges, including bias intimidation, narcotics possession, and possessing an assault firearm. The announcement was made by Ocean County Prosecutor…
Woman Charged for Manufacturing Drugs at Lacey Township Home
OCEAN COUNTY, NJ—Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer has announced the arrest of 60-year-old Margaret Whalen of Lacey Township. Whalen faces several serious charges including operating a controlled substance facility and employing…
Lacey Township Couple Arrested with Large Marijuana Haul
OCEAN COUNTY, NJ – Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced that John Vincentini, 64, and his wife, Karen Vincentini, 64, both residents of Lacey Township, will remain in Ocean County Jail…
Lacey Township Resident Fights Sale of Historic Local Properties
Lacey, NJ – A Lacey Township resident has taken legal action against the local government’s decision to sell two historic buildings, presenting a “Cease and Desist” letter to the Mayor over the…
Lacey Township Man Sentenced for Theft in Home Remodeling Scam
OCEAN COUNTY, NJ – On Friday, Jeffrey Crawford, a 50-year-old resident of Lacey Township, received a three-year sentence in New Jersey State Prison for Theft by Failure to Make Required Disposition of…
Lacey Student Killed Two Injured in Friday Crash
LACEY TOWNSHIP, NJ – A senior from Lacey High School was killed in a tragic road crash on Friday, which also left two adults injured. The incident occurred on Lacey Road, and…
Lacey Township Men Charged with Arson and Criminal Mischief
OCEAN COUNTY, NJ – Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer and Lacey Township Police Chief Christopher Kenny announced the arrest of Alexander Gerber, 19, and Connor Dougherty, 20, both residents of Lacey Township. The…
Adorable Cat Needs A Good Home, Currently At Lacey Shelter
LACEY TOWNSHIP, NJ – An adorable long-haired cat named Gurdy, approximately 5 years old, is currently seeking a new, loving home. Previously in a home with other cats, Gurdy had to be…
Howell Defeats Lacey in Shore Conference Matchup
HOWELL, NJ — Howell toppled Lacey with a decisive 35-12 victory in Friday night’s Shore Conference football game. The game started strong for Howell, who led the scoreboard throughout. In the first…
Lacey Township Student Among Three Killed in Tragic Lakewood Crash
LAKEWOOD, NJ – A Lacey Township High School student and former resident of Lakewood Township was killed in a tragic crash that claimed three lives and sent two to the hospital in…
Offshore Wind Farm Breaks Ground in Lacey Township as Project Pushes Ahead
LACEY TOWNSHIP, NJ – New Jersey’s inaugural offshore wind farm began its onshore construction phase in Lacey Township on Oct. 2. The work is scheduled to extend into Island Beach State Park…
Judge Denies Dismissal of OPRA Lawsuit Against Lacey School Board
TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Lacey Township Board of Education faces continued legal scrutiny as a Superior Court judge declined to dismiss a lawsuit accusing them of breaching the New Jersey Open…
Lacey Shuts Out Central Regional in Convincing Win
BERKELEY, NJ – Lacey defeats Central Regional 28-0, featuring a standout performance from freshman Joey Davis. The game opened with Lacey making an early statement. Trevor Santucci caught a touchdown pass from…
Lacey Township Woman Sentenced for Killing Two-Year-Old Son
OCEAN COUNTY, NJ – Natalie Sabie, 35, was sentenced to ten years in New Jersey State Prison on Friday, for Aggravated Manslaughter in connection with the death of her two-year-old son. The…
800 Acre Lacey Fire 90% Contained, Sparked by Deadly Plane Crash
LACEY TOWNSHIP, NJ – A fire in Lacey Township sparked by a deadly plane crash over the weekend has grown to 800 acres, but officials from the New Jersey Forest Fire Service…
Lacey Fire Sparked by Plane Crash Spreads to Over 800 Acres
LACEY TOWNSHIP, NJ – A wildfire, initially ignited by a small plane crash near Robert J. Miller Airpark this weekend, has grown to 831 acres but is now 70% contained, according to…
Lacey Fire Grows to 600 Acres, 50% Containment Reported
LACEY TWP, NJ – The New Jersey Forest Fire Service reports that the wildfire near the Robert J. Miller Airpark has grown to 600 acres but is now 50% contained. The fire…
Lacey School Board Member Found Guilty in School Board Ethics Case
LACEY TOWNSHIP, NJ – The tangled ethics complaint against former Lacey Township Board of Education member Shawn Giordano took a decisive turn. Giordano faced a complaint initiated by Regina Discenza, another former…
Deadly Lacey Fire Likely Caused by Discarded Cigarette
LACEY TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Ocean County Prosecutors Office today said a fire at a home in Lacey Township that claimed the lives of four people was accidental. A comprehensive investigation into…
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