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…
2021 election hints Lakewood Bloc Vote, VAAD endorsement not as important any longer
LAKEWOOD, NJ – Lakewood Township and surrounding communities are changing. In years past, a predominantly local population in Lakewood would often take political direction from the Lakewood VAAD, a once powerful and…
Daughter who killed elderly dad and his girlfriend ordered to stay in jail during trial
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced that on November 3, 2021, the Honorable Wendel E. Daniels, P.J.Cr.P, ordered that Sherry Lee Heffernan, 55, of Landenberg, Pennsylvania, shall…
Couple indicted for child endangerment, multiple drug charges after 16-year-old found dead
LITTLE EGG HARBOR, NJ – Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced that on November 4, 2021, David Belk, 45, and Stephanie O’Neill, 44, both of Little Egg Harbor, were indicted by…
Police investigating luring of a teenage girl in Jackson Township by ‘Hispanic male’
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Jackson Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying the suspect of a reported attempted luring incident which took place on Pitney Lane near Danielle Court.…
Some New Jersey trick or treaters got pot gummies on Halloween
STAFFORD TOWNSHIP, NJ – Either somebody in Stafford Township wanted to give children great treats or somebody in Stafford Township is upset because they accidentally gave away their pot goodies. At least…
Tanker truck bursts into flames after hitting disabled vehicle on Route 37 that hit deer
Manchester Twp NJ – On Wednesday, October 3, 2021, at approximately 2:58 am, officers from the Manchester Township Police Department responded to State Highway 37 near Mile Marker 1.5, to investigate a…
Democrat John Ducey re-elected Mayor of Brick, Council race too close to call
BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ – Brick Township Mayor John Ducey defeated Republican challenger for mayor Theresa Gallagher Tuesday night by a 63% to 37% margin. Ducey will begin his third term as mayor…
Toms River’s split Republican parties sweep Democrats, sending Democrat Turnbach packing
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Outspoken Toms River Democrat Terrance Turnbach, a criminal defense attorney was sent packing by Toms River voters Tuesday night. Turnbach, who prided himself on his recent social accomplishments…
Republicans win first-ever County Commissioner race in Ocean
TOMS RIVER, NJ – The term “Freeholder” was deemed racist in 2020 by New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy and now, those former “Boards of Chosen Freeholders” are known simply as County Commissioners.…
Republicans sweep state election in Ocean County
Toms River, NJ – Republicans swept the state-level elections in Ocean County on Tuesday night, retaining all of their seats in the New Jersey Senate and Assembly. In the 9th legislative district,…
Brick police make arrests in October cocaine, heroin operation
BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Brick Police Street Crimes Unit made multiple arrests during the last two weeks of October, resulting in several charges for possession and distribution of illegal drugs. Monday…
Grand opening for new Toms River Aldi next Thursday
TOMS RIVER, NJ – ALDI, a leader in the grocery industry, will offer Toms River residents another option for smart, fast and easy grocery shopping as it opens its newest store at 86…
Sensational Soul Cruisers to hit the stage in Lakewood on Saturday
Hear the greatest hits of The Temptations, the Jackson Five, Marvin Gaye, the Four Tops, plus many more at the Strand Center for the Arts, 400 Clifton Avenue, Lakewood, on Saturday, November…
One airlifted after crash involving three vehicles
Manchester Twp. NJ – On Monday, November 1, 2021, at approximately 2:49 pm, officers from the Manchester Township Police Department responded to the intersection of County Road 530 and South Columbus Boulevard…
Toms River Democrats, blue wave seeking to take over Republican stronghold of Toms River on Tuesday
TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Toms River Democrats are hoping that on Tuesday, the party of Joe Biden and Phil Murphy can take control of the Toms River Township Council. A win…
Two elementary schools, new high school seeking approval to be built in Jackson Township
JACKSON, NJ – An applicant, Lees Village, LLC has submitted an application to the Jackson Township seeking to get approval from the township planning board to build two elementary schools and one…
Checkmate Wins! Multiple drug dealers arrested in statewide sting, only to be immediately released because of New Jersey bail reform
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Operation Checkmate wins. The successful operation conducted by multiple state agencies identified and arrested multiple New Jersey drug lords. The Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office issued the following statement:…
Phil Murphy offers Toms River schools pre-election peace pipe in form of $7.6 million stabilization aid
TOMS RIVER, NJ – With just six days left before the Tuesday general election between New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy and his opponent Jack Ciattarelli, the state has thrown the financially besieged…
Fallen Jackson Fire Chief, 89, to be remembered at memorial service on Friday
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ (Via JPD) – On October 23, 2021, Honorary Chief Nicholas A. Prioli of the Jackson Volunteer Fire Company No. 1 and Jackson Fire District 3, Jackson Fire Station 55,…
Woman found dead on hiking trail died of natural causes, coroner says
Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer and Ocean Township Police Chief Michael Rogalski announced that on October 25, 2021, the Ocean County Medical Examiner’s Office ruled that Megan Campana, 42, of Seaside…