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…
Police respond to large teen fight in Seaside Heights ahead of Memorial Day weekend
SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — Police in Seaside Heights responded to a large altercation involving approximately two dozenjuveniles and young adults Friday evening, just as Memorial Day weekend celebrations began. As of 10…
Here’s what you need to know before visiting Dog Beach at the Jersey Shore
EGG HARBOR TWP., N.J. — The Egg Harbor Township Police Department is reminding beachgoers that parking is strictly prohibited along Ocean Drive near the popular “Dog Beach” area between Longport and Ocean…
Toms River opens Snug Harbor pool season pass sales with early bird discounts
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Season passes for the Snug Harbor Municipal Pool are now on sale through the Toms River Recreation Office, with discounted rates available through June 1. The passes offer…
Why being called a BENNY at the Jersey Shore isn’t such a bad thing
SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — As summer crowds return to the Jersey Shore, so does a term familiar to locals and visitors alike: “Benny.” Used to describe out-of-town tourists, the nickname is often…
Two confirmed killed, others injured in fiery crash near Jackson-Lakewood border
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Two people have been declared deceased in a fatal early morning crash in Jackson Township when their vehicle crashed into a tree and caught fire. Several other individuals…
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 advocates and a lawyer tied to the…
Assemblywoman blasts Democrats for ‘political theater’ over SNAP resolution backing federal benefits without work requirements
TRENTON, N.J. — A New Jersey Assembly resolution affirming support for the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) ignited partisan tensions Thursday, with one Republican lawmaker accusing Democrats of using hunger as…
Coastal flood advisory issued for Ocean County through Friday afternoon
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The National Weather Service issued a Coastal Flood Advisory early Friday for Ocean County, warning of minor tidal flooding in low-lying areas near Barnegat Bay and adjacent tidal…
No school vouchers: Gottheimer opposes New Jersey private school student tuition reimbursement
“I’m totally against vouchers” – Josh Gottheimer LAKEWOOD, NJ – Rep. Josh Gottheimer publicly opposed a proposed $20 billion federal school voucher program backed by House Republicans, stating he supports public schools…
Mikie Sherill credits $10 million net worth increase since taking office as being really lucky
MORRISTOWN, N.J. — Rep. Mikie Sherrill responded to questions this week regarding a reported $7 million increase in household stock assets since taking office, attributing the gain to her and her husband…
Lakehurst woman charged after fatal accident kills infant son in Jackson Township
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A 30-year-old Lakehurst woman has been charged in connection with the death of her 10-month-old son following a car accident on Saturday in Jackson Township, according to the…
Serious crash shuts down Hope Chapel Road near Jackson and Lakewood border
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – A small SUV crashed into a tree early Friday morning on North Hope Chapel Road near the border of Jackson and Lakewood. Police had closed off the road…
Jackson groups collect 173 bags of litter in Clean Communities grant cleanup
Community volunteers joined the township Department of Public Works in this year’s Clean Communities Grant program earlier this month. Groups spent the day cleaning roadways despite wet weather to earn mini-grants for…
It’s Almost Over: Senate votes to end Phil Murphy’s New Jersey gas car ban
TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey Coalition of Automotive Retailers (NJ CAR) on Thursday praised the U.S. Senate’s approval of three Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolutions that would nullify electric vehicle (EV)…
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 the Ocean County library, which has been…
Former Point Pleasant Beach Mayor, a frontrunner for Ocean County GOP chair recognized at national level
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Assemblyman Paul Kanitra, a rising figure in New Jersey Republican politics and a leading contender to succeed George Gilmore as Ocean County GOP Chairman in 2026, has been…
5K raises $85,000 to support individuals with disabilities in Ocean County
LAKEWOOD, N.J. — More than 700 participants gathered Saturday for The Arc, Ocean County Chapter’s 23rd Annual Step Up for The Arc Walk and 5K at the Jersey Shore BlueClaws stadium, raising…
Josh Gottheimer totally against school vouchers, vows to fight GOP bill on Capitol Hill
LAKEWOOD, NJ – Rep. Josh Gottheimer of New Jersey voiced firm opposition this week to a proposed federal school voucher program that would direct public funds toward private school tuition, as House…
“Soup Kitchen” Operating Out of Ocean County Library Has Lease Extended in Final Hour
Since publishing this article, Ocean County has renewed the lease for another month: TOMS RIVER, NJ — The Jon Bon Jovi Soul Kitchen pop-up restaurant, which is being labeled a soup kitchen…
Stafford Township swears in new police officer
STAFFORD TOWNSHIP, N.J. — The Stafford Township Police Department welcomed Nicholas Fabrizzio to its ranks this week, officially swearing him in as a full-time patrolman. Fabrizzio, 22, is a lifelong resident of…