Gunfire erupts outside high school football game in Charles County, no injuries reported
Waldorf, MD – A Friday night football game at St. Charles High School ended in chaos after gunshots were fired in the parking lot, according to the Charles County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies…
Nephew and Uncle Admit to Killing Lakewood Man with Machete
LAKEWOOD, NJ – A Lakewood man and his nephew have pleaded guilty to first-degree manslaughter charges following the 2019 murder of a Lakewood Township man with a machete and Howell. Omar Rivera-Rojas…
Toms River School District Under Fire for Canceling Columbus Day
TOMS RIVER, NJ – An earlier version of the Toms River School District 2022-23 school calendar had the school year ending on June 20th, giving students off on June 19th, officially recognized…
Jackson Township to Host 14th Annual Wounded Warrior Escort Parade
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Each year, hundreds of Jackson Township residents line up around the Jackson Justice Complex as wounded American soldiers, sailors, and Marines are honored before heading out for a…
Ortley Beach Man Scammed Friend Out of $230,000 Investment
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced that on September 23, 2022, John Hammond, 70, of Ortley Beach, pled guilty to Theft by Deception in violation of N.J.S.A.…
Highly Anticipated Texas Roadhouse is Coming to Toms River
TOMS RIVER, NJ – A public notice published last week indicates that a Texas Roadhouse restaurant is coming to the Ocean County mall complex in Toms River. A plenary retail consumption license…
As Lakewood Homeless Relocate, Town Officials Continue Cutting Down Trees
LAKEWOOD, NJ – The Township of Lakewood was put in the hot seat last month after officials cut down trees in the dowtown square used by the homeless to seek refuge from…
Murphy Says New Jersey Would Welcome Immigrant Flights with Open Arms
LAKEWOOD TOWNSHIP, NJ – Could New Jersey be the next drop-off point for illegal migrants being shipped across the country by governors in Texas and Florida? Last week, Governor Phil Murphy declared…
Shore Area Soldier with Hitler Mustache Gets 4 Years in Prison for Capitol Breach
COLTS NECK, NJ – A U.S. Army reservist, Timothy Louis Hale-Cusanelli, 32, of Colts Neck, has been sentenced to four years in prison for his role in the January 6, 2021, U.S.…
What Are Those Loud Low Flying Jets and Explosions Around Ocean County Every Night?
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Social media has been buzzing this week after residents took to their phones to voice concerns over extremely low-flying jets and helicopters the past few days. If you…
Driver Suffering Medical Episode Killed in Lakewood Crash
LAKEWOOD, NJ – A 60-year-old man was found unresponsive after crashing through a fence and into another vehicle in the area of County Line Road and Poplar Street Thursday night. Neighbors heard…
Jackson PBA Thanks Mayor for Support at Annual Golf Outing
JACKSON, NJ – The Jackson PBA officially thanked Jackson Mayor Michael Reina at this year’s annual PBA golf outing and fundraiser at the Pinelands Golf Club. The officers thanked the mayor for…
Jackson Councilman Directs Parents School Board Meetings Over Sex-Ed Curriculum
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Jackson Township Councilman Ninio Borelli spoke out against the State of New Jersey’s sexual education curriculum and called upon parents to voice their concerns at the next school…
Beachwood Freelancer Charged with Money Laundering, Theft
BEACHWOOD, NJ – Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced that on September 19, 2022, Martin D’Amato, 37, of Beachwood, was charged with Money Laundering in violation of N.J.S.A. 2C:21-25b(1), as well…
“Showcase of Champions” Competition Hosted by Jackson Memorial High School Jaguar Marching Band- October 1, 2022
by Jason Towlen The Jackson Memorial High School Jaguar Marching Band is pleased to announce the date of the “Showcase of Champions” marching band competition. On Saturday, October 1st, 12 award-winning bands…
First Look: Mayor Reina Announces Completion of Turf Field Replacement at Field of Dreams
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – It’s a multi-purpose youth sports facility located adjacent to the Lucy N. Holman Elementary School and today, it’s truly a Field of Dreams. Mayor Michael Reina today said…
SWAT Teams Raid Homes in Lakewood, Jackson and Howell
JACKSON, NJ – On Tuesday, a multi-agency SWAT operation was conducted in northern Ocean County and southern Monmouth County. Residences in Jackson, Howell, and Lakewood have been targeted in what local police…
Toms River Police Investigating Brazen Daytime Home Invasion
TOMS RIVER, NJ – On Thursday, September 8, 2022, at approximately 2:35 PM, the above three individuals attempted to burglarize a residence on Fiddler’s Run. The subject in the blue baseball hat…
KPOT All You Can Eat Korean BBQ and Asian Hot Pot Coming to Toms River
TOMS RIVER, NJ – KPOT is coming to Toms River. The widely enjoyed Korean BBQ and Asian hot pot franchise will be opening a new restaurant, the first restaurant at the Jersey…
Three Homes to Be Built on One Lot in Herbertsville Section of Brick Township
BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ – A three-home subdivision has been approved on Herbertsville Road in Brick Township, across the street from the Herbertsville Fire House. The application was approved by the Brick Township…
Texas Roadhouse Coming to Toms River, According to State Liquor License Request
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Texas Roadhouse is coming to the Ocean County Mall complex in Toms River. While no formal announcement has been made, many residents were hoping the former Charlie Brown’s…