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…
Elderly Man, 78, Ran Drug Trafficking Operation Out of Lakewood
LAKEWOOD, N.J. – A 78-year-old Lakewood man has pleaded guilty to charges of drug distribution and financial facilitation in connection with a narcotics investigation that led to his arrest in July 2023,…
Child seriously injured after being hit by car in Toms River
TOMS RIVER, N.J. – A young child sustained serious injuries after being struck by a vehicle on Hickory Street early Wednesday morning, authorities said. Hatzolah emergency responders arrived at the scene around…
Infant dies after being left in car in Lakewood
LAKEWOOD, N.J. – A 4-month-old baby died Tuesday afternoon after being left inside a vehicle near 5th Street and Princeton Avenue, according to authorities. Emergency responders from Hatzolah arrived shortly before 1:30…
Luiz Pablo Vargas jailed for DUI, driving on revoked license in Ocean County
TOMS RIVER— A New Jersey man was booked into an Ocean County jail Monday after authorities say he was caught driving under the influence despite having a revoked license. Luiz Pablo Vargas,…
Decade After Superstorm Sandy, Toms River Boardwalk and Beach Project Finally Moving
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Superstorm Sandy struck Ortley Beach nearly 13 years ago, but movement on rebuilding the beachfront and connecting the two boardwalks along the oceanfront have stalled for over a…
Phil Murphy: Schmuck of the Irish, But Don’t Worry, Great Irishmen Have Come Before Him
TRENTON, NJ – While few in New Jersey are celebrating Governor Phil Murphy’s Irish heritage and his accomplishments to the Garden State, except for himself, there is a lot to be proud…
New Jersey Just Blocked the Reappointment of Lakewood’s $6 Million Man
Lakewood, NJ – March 17, 2025 – New Jersey education officials have blocked the reappointment of Michael Inzelbuch, the Lakewood Board of Education attorney who has been paid over $6 million since…
Notorious and Deadly Jersey Shore Flooded Open Pit Mine Claims Another Life
MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A Brooklyn man was killed Saturday in a dirt bike crash at the Heritage Minerals, or ASARCO, site, authorities said. Police responded to the private property at approximately…
Barnegat Junior Police Academy returning in July for 5th and 6th graders
BARNEGAT TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Barnegat Township Police Department has announced the return of its Junior Police Academy, set to begin on July 7, 2025, for students entering 5th or 6th grade…
New Jersey Jail Guard Sold State Owned Ammunition, Netting Hundreds of Thousands of Dollars
BAYVILLE, NJ – A New Jersey Department of Corrections (NJDOC) lieutenant has been charged with stealing state-owned ammunition and reselling it for personal profit, netting hundreds of thousands of dollars over several…
Cold temps, rain storms, heavy winds expected across the Jersey Shore area Sunday night
TOMS RIVER, NJ — A strong cold front will sweep across the region Sunday night, bringing powerful winds, heavy rain, and the potential for severe thunderstorms, according to meteorologists. The system will…
Dump Truck Crash Outside Ocean County Garbage Dump Caused by Speeding, Police Report
MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A dump truck overturned on State Highway 70 on Wednesday morning, leaving the driver with non-life-threatening injuries, police said. The crash occurred around 11:48 a.m. near Green Acres…
Pink Shirt Protest in Toms River Against Cuts to Wasteful Spending at Town Hall
TOMS RIVER, NJ—About eight protesters wearing pink shirts and pink hats descended upon Toms River Town Hall on Thursday to protest the reduction of government spending in the county seat. As Democrats…
Throwback Thursday: The Stillwalk Manor in Seaside Heights
The Haunting Legacy of Stillwalk Manor: A Dark Ride Lost to Time Nestled along the bustling boardwalk of Seaside Heights, New Jersey, Casino Pier has long been a beacon of summer fun,…
Jackson Township Council Celebrates Police Department Promotions and Welcomes New Officer
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Jackson Township Council proudly welcomed a new Class II Special Police Officer and celebrated the promotions of several distinguished members of the Jackson Township Police Department during…
Jackson Township Council Says Food Pantry Rat Infestation, Health Issues at Police HQ Must Be Fixed
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Feeding the hungry in Jackson might have to be put on hold as township officials deal with a rat problem. The Jackson Township Council is calling for an…
New Jersey Dems Are Now Blaming Republicans for the State’s Upcoming 20 Percent Energy Spike
TRENTON, NJ – Let’s get this right. New Jersey Democrats hold a commanding majority in the state senate and the state legislature. They are also in control of the Governor’s office through…
A New Cafe Opens in Jackson, Inviting the Community to Enjoy Fresh Coffee and Baked Goods
JACKSON, N.J. – Jackson Township Councilman Giuseppe Palmeri visited The Haven Café on South New Prospect Road, showing support for the newly opened local business and its owner, Ari. Palmeri shared his…
Adorable pup Pete back at shelter and searching for a forever home
JACKSON, N.J. — A playful and loving puppy named Pete is once again searching for a home after an unsuccessful adoption. The eight-month-old mixed breed was recently adopted but returned to the…
Lakewood School Trip Ends in Disaster as Bus Full of Childen Overturns on Parkway
MONTVALE, N.J. — A school bus heading to New York State overturned on the Garden State Parkway on Monday night, injuring multiple passengers and causing an overnight closure of northbound lanes. The…