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…
20,000 Eggs Up for Grabs at Annual Toms River Easter Egg Hunt
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Thousands of brightly colored eggs will carpet the grass at Castle Park on Saturday as Toms River kicks off its annual Easter Egg Hunt, hosted by the Toms…
Jackson Township salutes Ocean County librarians with proclamation for National Library Week
JACKSON, N.J. — The Jackson Township Council honored the Ocean County Library and its staff during a recent council meeting, issuing a proclamation recognizing National Library Week and the critical role libraries…
Here Are 13 Fun Recreational Activities Phil Murphy Wants to Tax in New Jersey
TRENTON, N.J. — Governor Phil Murphy is facing backlash from Republican lawmakers over a proposal in his latest budget plan that would impose sales taxes on a range of recreational and participatory…
Garage fire at Toms River home caused by spontaneous combustion of oil-soaked rags
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A fire that broke out early Saturday morning in the garage of a two-story home on Powder Horn Road was caused by the spontaneous combustion of oil-soaked rags,…
New Jersey Prepares for First Spring Thunderstorm of 2025 as Two Inches of Rain Expected
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey is bracing for its first spring thunderstorm of the year Monday night, with forecasters warning of heavy rainfall, patchy fog, and a significant shift in wind direction…
Ortley Beach replenishment project making great progress, Mayor says
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick today said the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers beach replenishment project is moving forward at a good pace. Crews working on a massive…
Brick Township’s Deputy Chief Steven Gerling retires after 30 years of service
BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Deputy Chief Steven Gerling of the Brick Township Police Department has officially retired, closing out a 30-year law enforcement career that spanned from K9 handler to the department’s…
I Live in New Jersey, and Here’s Why I’m Keeping My Gas-Powered Truck
As a New Jersey resident, I’ve watched the push for electric vehicles (EVs) with a mix of curiosity and skepticism. The state, like much of the country, is nudging us toward a…
Jackson Council invites families to enjoy new and modern playground at Woodlane Park
JACKSON, N.J. — Spring is here, and the Jackson Township Council is inviting residents to visit and enjoy the new improvements at Woodlane Park as the weather begins to warm up. Newly…
When New Jersey is Craving Fast Food, This Restaurant is Where Most End Up
TRENTON, N.J. — McDonald’s is the most searched fast-food chain in New Jersey, according to new research analyzing Google search data over the past year, despite a nationwide dip in performance this…
Structure Fire Investigated in Berkeley Township Senior Community
Structure Fire Investigated in Berkeley Township **Berkeley Twp., NJ** - On Friday at approximately 1:29 PM, Berkeley Township Police Department officers responded to a structure fire at 310 St Vincent Ct. in…
Ciattarelli to host Sportsman Town Hall in Ocean County on March 31
NEW EGYPT, NJ — Governor Jack Ciattarelli is set to host a Sportsman Town Hall event on Monday, March 31, 2025, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Hightstown-Woodruff Rod &…
Toms River cocaine dealer heading to prison for twelve years for trafficking
CAMDEN, NJ — A Toms River man has been sentenced to more than 12 years in federal prison for distributing cocaine and illegally possessing a firearm as a convicted felon, U.S. Attorney…
Don’t Fall For It: All of New Jersey’s Democrat Candidates For Governor Supported Phil Murphy’s Radical Agenda
TRENTON, NJ – It’s election season. Democrats running for governor in New Jersey are trying to put distance between themselves and out-of-control energy prices, sanctuary state crime, offshore wind fiascos, and criminal…
Paw and order: K-9 Buck officially sworn in at Manchester council meeting
MANCHESTER, NJ — K-9 Buck, a scent detection and tracking dog with the Manchester Township Police Department, was officially sworn in during a ceremonial event at the March 24 Township Council meeting.…
Fugitive Attempted Murder Suspect with Multiple Ice Detainers Indicted in Ocean County
Key Points: TOMS RIVER, NJ — A fugitve with multiple immigration detainers accused of murder has been indicted on multiple charges, including attempted murder and strangulation, in connection with a violent assault…
State lawmakers blast Dem utility hikes, call for nuclear energy alternative
TRENTON, N.J. — Members of the 9th Legislative District warned Friday that soaring electricity and natural gas rates have created a “full-blown crisis” in New Jersey, calling for immediate financial relief and…
Lawsuit dropped, $13.1M sale of Jackson’s Historic Rosenauer Elementary School back on track
Key Points JACKSON, N.J. — The planned sale of Rosenauer Elementary School in Jackson Township is officially moving forward after a lawsuit filed by the prospective buyer was dropped, according to a…
Convicted Mafia Hitman Who Killed Six People Visits Lakewood
Lakewood, NJ – Lakewood residents reported the sighting of a convicted mafia hitman in their city who confessed to at least six murders and dozens of violent assaults. We confirmed that former…
Commissioner praises CASA of Ocean County for supporting foster children
Highlights: TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Ocean County Commissioner Frank Sadeghi publicly thanked CASA of Ocean County for its work supporting underrepresented children in foster care, recognizing the group’s impact on vulnerable youth…