Hometown Hero: How Jersey Mike’s Went from Small-Town Sub Shop to Nationwide Brand
Growing up in a small town often means everyone knows your name, and that’s especially true for Peter Cancro, the man behind Jersey Mike’s. In …
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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 …
Here Is Your New Jersey Labor Day Weekend Weather Forecast
As New Jersey heads into the Labor Day weekend, the weather will be a mix of clouds, sun, and the occasional shower or thunderstorm. Today, …
Lakewood Man Accused of Taking ‘Upskirt’ Photos of Woman at Shore Area Target Store
WALL TWP, NJ – In an unsettling incident at a Target store in Wall Township, 20-year-old David I. Sutton from Lakewood was arrested on Tuesday, …
Dog Found Tied and Abandoned Behind Motel in Tinton Falls
TINTON FALLS, N.J. — A female terrier mix was found abandoned and tied to a post behind the Hawthorn Suites Motel on Park Road in …
Downtown Red Bank Offers Visitors a Complete Gallery of Family Fun and Entertainment
Red Bank, New Jersey, is a delightful blend of arts, culture, and scenic beauty, making it a perfect spot for a day trip or weekend …
Shore Lawmakers Call for Hearings on High-Risk Power Cables for Offshore Wind Project
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Senator Jim Holzapfel, Assemblyman Greg McGuckin, and Assemblyman Paul Kanitra (R-10) have issued a call for legislative hearings concerning the proposal …
Belmar Police Dig Proverbial Hole in the Sand After Violent Arrest of Surfer Over Beach Badge
Belmar, NJ – Belmar, the Jersey Shore’s go-to spot for sun, sand, and, apparently, a little too much law enforcement. What started as a routine …
New Jersey Surfer Bodyslammed by Cops for Not Displaying His Beach Badge
BELMAR, NJ – A day of surfing at Belmar Beach, NJ, took a surprising turn when a surfer was roughed up and detained by police, …
Police Respond to ‘Shots Fired’ at Freehold Mall Movie Theater
FREEHOLD TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A report of “shots fired” at the AMC movie theater on Trotters Way late Tuesday night led to a significant police …
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 …
Traffic Alert: Route 18 Crash in Marlboro Township
MARLBORO TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A motor vehicle crash has led to the closure of the right lane on Route 18 south near Route 79, according …
Serious Motor Vehicle Crash Closes Tennant Road in Marlboro Township
Marlboro, NJ — Tennant Road is currently closed between Wooleytown Road and Greenwood Road following a serious motor vehicle crash that resulted in an overturned …
Texas Road in Marlboro Township Closed Due to Downed Power Line and Brush Fire
Marlboro, NJ — Texas Road between Wooleytown Road and Greenwood Road is currently closed after an electrical power line fell into the woods, igniting a …
Here are the Top Rated Pizzas in Monmouth County
RED BANK, NJ – Monmouth County, NJ, might be famous for its shorelines and scenic parks, but let’s be real—what keeps the locals hooked is …
Monmouth County Squatter Charged for Claiming False Ownership of Homes
FREEHOLD, N.J. — A 39-year-old man from Neptune Township is facing numerous criminal charges for allegedly falsely claiming ownership of two vacant homes where he …
Driver Sought in Deadly Hit and Crash that Killed Toms River Man in Monmouth County
SHREWSBURY, N.J., Aug. 16, 2024 — Law enforcement officials are actively searching for the driver involved in a hit-and-run incident that resulted in the death …
Teen Arrested for February Shooting in Silver Spring
GAITHERSBURG, MD – Montgomery County Police have charged a 17-year-old male for his alleged involvement in a violent confrontation that resulted in a shooting on …
New Jersey Home Squatter Facing Charges in Monmouth County
FREEHOLD, NJ—Markies L. Wells, also known as Messiah Law-Elbey, faces numerous criminal charges after falsely claiming ownership of two vacant properties. Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond …
New Jersey Soccer Coach Indicted for 30 Counts for Soliciting Young Players
FREEHOLD, NJ — Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced today that a local youth soccer coach has been indicted on 30 counts by a …
Police Body Cam of Drunk Driver Who Nearly Struck Multiple People in Belmar Released
BELMAR, NJ— A man who was visibly drunk and crashed into a vehicle after nearly missing several pedestrians is facing multiple charges. On July 11, …
Box Truck Accident Closes Schanck Road in Holmdel
Holmdel, NJ – A single-vehicle accident involving a box truck and utility wires has resulted in the closure of Schanck Road between Holmdel Road and …
Storm Update: Road Flooding Alerts for Ocean and Monmouth Counties
As heavy rains continue, significant flooding has impacted various roads in Ocean and Monmouth Counties, leading to closures and detours. Motorists are advised to exercise …
Traffic Advisory: Accident on Herbertsville Road Causes Road Closure
WALL TOWNSHIP, NJ – Wall Township Police are urging the public to avoid the area around Herbertsville Road and Easy Street following a car accident …
Howell Man Arrested for Deadly 2023 Crash
FREEHOLD, NJ – Thomas A. Redding, a 45-year-old Howell Township resident, has been arrested and charged with multiple offenses related to a fatal traffic collision …
Jersey Shore Mourns Loss of Former Police Officer After Bout With Cancer
BRICK, NJ – Retired Sergeant David Mazza, known affectionately as Dave or Maz, has passed away on July 27th, 2024, following a valiant struggle with …
New Jersey Fisherman Pranks Local Media With 135-Pound Tuna Tall Tale
HOLMDEL, NJ – A New Jersey fisherman fooled the Asbury Park Press and others who ran with the APP story without fact-checking on their own with …
Freehold Township Police Department Advisory on Unpermitted Solicitors
Freehold Township, NJ — The Freehold Township Police Department has reported an increase in calls from residents about unpermitted solicitors, particularly from a pest control …
Monmouth County Fair Returns to Freehold
FREEHOLD, N.J. — The Monmouth County Fair will be held from July 24 to 28 at the East Freehold Fairgrounds, located at 1500 Kozloski Road. …
Monmouth County DWI Task Force DWI Checkpoint This Weekend
Monmouth County, NJ — The Monmouth County DWI Task Force will conduct two DWI checkpoints this upcoming weekend. The first checkpoint will be held from …
Trump To Visit the Jersey Shore This Weekend For Campaign Fundraiser
DEAL, N.J. — Former President Donald Trump is planning to appear at a fundraiser at the Jersey Shore this weekend, featuring a host of prominent …
Overnight Lockdown Lifted at Monmouth University
WEST LONG BRANCH, NJ—A tense situation unfolded at Monmouth University after a threatening email prompted an extensive overnight lockdown. Shortly after midnight on Tuesday, July …
Wall Township Police Weekly Blotter: Here’s What’s Happening
WALL TOWNSHIP, NJ — The Wall Township Police Department reported a series of arrests from July 15 to July 21, 2024, including multiple cases of …
Wall Township Police Blotter: Here’s What’s Happening
Wall Township, NJ – Wall Township Police made several arrests over the past week, involving charges ranging from driving while intoxicated to burglary and drug …
Water Restrictions Imposed on Monmouth and Ocean Counties
ASBURY PAK, N.J. – Due to an emergency repair and increased demand from a heat wave, New Jersey American Water has issued a mandatory water …
Monmouth County to Host Veterans Resource Fair in Wall Township
WALL, NJ — The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners has announced an upcoming Veterans Resource Fair to be held on August 14 from 4-7 …
Monmouth County Announces 49th Annual County Fair
FREEHOLD, NJ — The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners, in partnership with the Monmouth County Park System and the Monmouth County 4-H Association, is …
Monmouth County Commissioner Urges Allocation of Marijuana Tax Revenue to Addiction Services
FREEHOLD, NJ — In a recent public statement, Commissioner Director Thomas A. Arnone, on behalf of the Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners, has called …
Howell Police Move to Block Large Pop Up Pool Party
HOWELL, NJ — The Howell Township Police Department has taken proactive steps to prevent an unauthorized “pop up” style pool party planned within the local …
Monmouth County Man Receives 10-Year Sentence for Drug and Firearms Charges
TRENTON, N.J. – Dywann Pugh, 44, from Asbury Park, New Jersey, was sentenced today to 10 years in prison for his involvement in drug distribution …
NJ Rescue Fights to Save Parvo-Stricken Puppies
Ocean County, NJ—No Paw Left Behind Animal Rescue, dedicated to saving neglected and abandoned animals in Monmouth and Ocean County, New Jersey, is facing a …
Red Bank Police Investigating Murder on River Street
RED BANK, NJ — There is an increased police presence on River Street as the Red Bank Police Department investigates a homicide. Though a suspect …
Drunk Driving Blamed for Serious Friday Crash on Route 34
WALL TOWNSHIP, NJ — On Friday, July 5, at approximately 5:31 p.m., the Wall Township Police Department responded to a call regarding a multi-vehicle accident …
Wall Township Police Blotter: Here’s What’s Happening
WALL TOWNSHIP, NJ — The Wall Township Police Department reported several incidents over the period from July 2 to July 4, 2024, involving arrests for …
Wall Township Police Department Weekend Wrap-Up
WALL TOWNSHIP, NJ — The Wall Township Police Department reported several incidents over the weekend from Friday, July 5, to Sunday, July 7, 2024. On …
Monmouth Shoprite Sells Winning Jersey Cash 5 Ticket Worth Nearly $2 Million
TRENTON – A lucky ticket purchased at Shoprite in Belmar, Monmouth County, has won a staggering $1,930,093 in the Jersey Cash 5 lottery. The winning …
New Jersey Mayor Says Phil Murphy Will Receive Bill After $3.75 Million Biden Fundraiser
MIDDLETOWN, NJ- Last weekend, President Joe Biden attended a campaign fundraiser at the home of New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy, which reportedly raised $3.7 million. …
Fire Engulfs Popeyes Restaurant in Eatontown
Eatontown, NJ – A fire fully engulfed a Popeyes restaurant on Route 35 in Eatontown this morning, prompting a significant emergency response. The fire started …
Wall Police Make Multiple DWI, DUI Arrests
WALL TOWNSHIP, NJ—The Wall Township Police Department reported several incidents involving driving while intoxicated (DWI) and drug possession over the past week, resulting in multiple …
Jackson Woman, Freehold Middle School Teacher Arrested for Sex With Student
FREEHOLD, NJ — Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced Saturday that Allison Havemann-Niedrach, a 43-year-old teacher at Freehold Intermediate School, has been arrested and …